July 27 2007: My parents met at voter registration so it was a foregone conclusion that I would go down the road of law and politics. I had decided to attend George Washington University and despite the symbolism of the Watergate complex, I'd only visited the Safeway housed on a lower level. My parents came to visit one weekend and picked the hotel as their base while visiting the city, I couldn't pass up the chance to stay at the hotel (for free no less!). The rooms are huge and the staff is exceedingly attentive. Due to the location, you're close to everything and can walk to several points of interest. Be sure and request a river view. It is a bit pricey, but very well worth it.
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Location. Overlooking the Potomac River, the stylish and sophisticated Watergate Hotel in the Foggy Bottom Historical District of Washington, D.C., sits one block from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Rock Creek Park is two blocks away with hiking, biking, skating and jogging opportunities. Favorite Washington, D.C. landmarks are within one mile including the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Dupont Circle. Hotel Features. At the Watergate Hotel, guests enter into a lustrous marble lobby with light streaming in through large windows. Washington politicos, dignitaries and stars from the Kennedy Center often dine in the hotel's Aquarelle, popular for dishes including Crispy Texas Gulf Coast Oysters, Roasted Texas Hill Country Quail and Chocolate Intemperance Cake. Cocktails are served at the split level Potomac Lounge. Pampering is readily available at Zahira's Hair Salon, which provides hair styling, manicure and pedicure services.
Guestrooms. The 248 guestrooms, some with Potomac River views, feature lush fabrics in gold and white, floral print drapes, throw pillows, terry robes, safes, high speed Internet access and designer toiletries. In the 750 square meter executive suites, French doors separate sleeping areas from living areas, which include sofas, lounge chairs and dining tables for two.
Expert Tip. A series of hallways connects the Watergate Hotel to the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
July 27 2007: My parents met at voter registration so it was a foregone conclusion that I would go down the road of law and politics. I had decided to attend George Washington University and despite the symbolism of the Watergate complex, I'd only visited the Safeway housed on a lower level. My parents came to visit one weekend and picked the hotel as their base while visiting the city, I couldn't pass up the chance to stay at the hotel (for free no less!). The rooms are huge and the staff is exceedingly attentive. Due to the location, you're close to everything and can walk to several points of interest. Be sure and request a river view. It is a bit pricey, but very well worth it. 
