Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

For a couple of years now, I have really wanted to visit the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC. I’m so glad I finally made it because this was the most beautiful hotel I’ve ever stayed in. From the outside alone, we knew that we were staying at the hottest hotel in DC. The clock tower is visible from everywhere on the national mall and it feels like a symbol of power rising above the rooftops in Washington. Upon arrival, the doorman named Brian greeted us with a smile and assisted us with our bags while escorting us to the front desk. We were very appreciative of Brian’s friendliness and his warm welcome. The front desk allowed us to check in early at roughly 11 AM which allowed us to spend a full day visiting museums. We stayed on the eighth floor in room 846 and we had a spectacular view of the capital. We had a very tall window with automatic shades. The room was in perfect condition in the bathroom was breathtaking. however, I do think the shower could have used more water pressure or water flow. The bathtub was huge and accommodates two people. That night, we dined at The Bazaar by Jose Andres, which was located on the ground floor. We really wanted to eat at this restaurant and they were capable of and willing to modify select menu items to be vegan for my girlfriend. This was a huge plus because none of the items on the menu are labeled vegan, even though based on the ingredients they may appear to be. The food was presented beautifully and had strong bold flavor. Later that night I ordered red velvet cake and ice cream to the room which was delivered fast and was so delicious. The cake looked individually handmade by a pastry chef, and not like something mass-produced by a distributor. needless to say, it was fantastic. The next morning we ordered breakfast in the room, which came on a roll in table draped with white linens. The lemon ricotta pancakes were the best pancakes I’ve ever had. We were only there for one night so sadly, we had to check out the next day but because of the room package we booked, we had the room until 2 PM. as we were bringing our bags downstairs, Brian, the doorman kindly held our bags for us downstairs for us to pick up later before our flight. we hoped to visit this hotel again in the future. I enjoyed the one night I stayed in Washington DC more than the eight nights I spent in New York City the week prior. This was the highlight of my trip.

Very nice hotel. Rooms were clean and comfortable, service was friendly, spa was very relaxing, and turn down service was nicely done. Two areas of improvement both center around the main "lobby". The lobby is huge and shares its space with restaurants. It's so large, that at first, the "front desk" was not evident. It's very small in comparison to the overall space. I'd personally prefer a touch more awareness as to its location because it seems more like a "here's a giant lobby full of activity and, oh yeah, where do we put the front desk? Oh - just stick it right here" vibe. The second is because the lobby shares space with the restaurants, it seems most, if not all, of the couches and tables are reserved for restaurants use. It'd be so nice to sit while waiting and people watch, but the only available chairs I saw are in the dark outer hallway area. Both relatively minor issues and not anything that would prevent me from returning because it's a very nice hotel. But it's enough to prevent it from being in my top ten.

This historic building adds to the ambiance of the hotel experience. From the warm welcome at valet by Dennis, to each staff member during our time here, every interaction left us feeling like we were royalty. Centrally located to everything you want to see in DC. It made for a great experience!

Our recent stay at the Waldorf Astoria DC to celebrate my husband’s birthday was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by the exceptional staff who made us feel right at home. The hotel itself is absolutely stunning, with a perfect blend of historical elegance and modern luxury. Every detail was thoughtfully considered to make my husband’s birthday celebration truly special. From the personalized birthday surprise in our room to the impeccable service at the on-site restaurant Bazaar, every moment felt curated to perfection. The ambiance, the comfort of our room, and the high level of attention we received made this one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had. We were so impressed by our stay that we immediately decided to book our next trip at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando for an upcoming Disney World family vacation this year! If our DC experience is any indication, we are in for another unforgettable stay. Waldorf Astoria has quickly become our go-to for luxury and impeccable service, and we can’t wait for what’s next!

This was our second time here and first time since it’s changed hands to the Waldorf. From the time we arrived we were treated very well and for a busy time the staff was on top of things. Rooms weren’t all ready at the same time but we made do. Each room at this place seems to be slightly different and each are a pleasant surprise. The lobby of this hotel is fantastic and for a group of 10 like us it was comfortable to sit and enjoy. We look forward to our next visit.