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Salamander Washington DC

5.0 star property
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Front of property
Lobby lounge
Indoor pool
Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite | Living area
Bethune Suite | View from room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1330 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC, 20024
  • National Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • White House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Water View King and Queen Connecting Rooms

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View King and Queen Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe King and Queen Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite

Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Water View 2-Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Marina View 2-Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Marina View 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Bethune 3-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Studio Suite | View from room

Studio Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Queen Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Double Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Queen Accessible

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Double Queen Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Water View King Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Water View King Roll In

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View King Roll In

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Double Queen Roll In

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Mayor Suite

Mayor Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, pay films

Ambassador Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Diplomat Suite | View from room

Diplomat Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Marina View One Bedroom Suite | Living area

Marina View One Bedroom Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Bethune Suite

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Bethune Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Balcony One Bedroom Suite

Deluxe Balcony One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Water View One Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View One Bedroom Suite

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Marina View One Bedroom Suite Accessible Roll In | Living area

Marina View One Bedroom Suite Accessible Roll In

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Water View Double Queen Accessible

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View Double Queen Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Water View King Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Water View Double Queen Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View Double Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Washington

With a stay at Salamander Washington DC, you'll be centrally located in Washington, a 7-minute walk from National Mall and 11 minutes by foot from Jefferson Memorial. .This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Washington Monument and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from National Museum of African American History and Culture.

What's nearby

  • National Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Washington Monument - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • United States Capitol - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • White House - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Smithsonian Station - 6 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Holocaust Museum Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mi Vida - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tiki TNT - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Easy Company - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Salamander Washington DC

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Salamander Washington DC offers 373 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Refrigerators, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an indoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Salamander Spa has 14 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Stay in one of 373 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club and an indoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite at The Lounge, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has 36000 square feet (3344 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 16 meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Lounge - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Dōgon - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 86.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 30 to 39 for adults and USD 22 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Dōgon
  • The Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 36,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 14 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100.00 and a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 37.10 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 30 to 39 for adults, and USD 22 to 22 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 86.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay plus USD 100.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Washington D.C.
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Salamander Washington DC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 783 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lorena

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We arrived at the hotel and, upon entering the room and placing my bag on the coffee table, I noticed debris on the carpet—it was dried mud all around the bed and footprints on the table. I immediately contacted housekeeping around 2:30 PM and asked them to vacuum the carpet. They assured me they would be there shortly, but they never showed up. I cleaned the coffee table! It wasn’t until the following day that I had to go to the front desk in person to have my room cleaned. It’s unacceptable to be given a dirty room—both from a hygiene standpoint and as a matter of the hotel’s ethics. This was a very unpleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Montgomery

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karren, Dacula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takeva

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolita

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, staff was kind and so friendly and helpful. Definitely coming back. The spa was amazing. Dogon restaurant was also an excellent dining experience. All in all I had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself was of a high standard - good accommodation, clean, very well situated and nice setting. However, the whole experience has been marred by a loss of nightwear which was inadvertently taken from the room. Part of the set was found by housekeeping and given back via the front desk, but we were promised follow up from a member of management. We waited twice in reception but no-one was apparently available, and the second time, we had to leave for the airport. Despite sending several email chasers, we have had no acknowledgement or reply. I'd consider that poor in any circumstance, but given this is supposed to be a high-quality hotel, I find it completely unacceptable. Very frustrated and dissapointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great amenities, but the level of service just wasn’t on par with the price except for Ali in the spa. He gives a superb haircut and shave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were not cleaned and sheets were not changed. The servers ignored you while you waited. The hotel was not ready for their cherry blossom season, unstaffed, and absent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, central location

Great hotel that is very central to all key landmarks. Pool was very nice, service was excellent. Accommodated late checkout. Parking is easy to find on nearby streets
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wende, Omaha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sumi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was clean and had a nice warm water pool. However, I had to pay $89 per day for parking, the restaurant in the hotel was too small, and there were no amenities around. That was a shame.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleni

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience during this trip to DC. I was in town for a work conference and truly enjoyed my stay at the salamander Washington DC. The staff, the ambience, and the food was absolutely 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Poorvi

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely stay every need of ours was accommodated and the hotel restaurant Dōgon was spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latysha, Woodbridge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and great staff. Would definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff accommodating but TV kept malfunctioning
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Horseshoe Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rojelio

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Salamander Washington is a first class hotel that lacks character and personality. It is the equivalent of a sterilized Four Seasons. The design of the upgraded rooms is cold. The lobby is new, but bland. And as professional as the staff is, there is no way to overcome the sterile quality of the place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was terrific! The only negative was that the WiFi service was spotty.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025