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Salamander Washington DC

5.0 star property

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Front of property
Indoor pool
Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
Bethune Suite | View from room
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
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 comforters

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 comforters

Deluxe King and Queen Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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 comforters

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 comforters

Marina View 2-Bedroom Suite

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

View all photos for Bethune 3-Bedroom Suite

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

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 comforters

Deluxe King Room

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Queen Room

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

Deluxe Double Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Queen Accessible

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

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 comforters

Premier Water View King Room

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

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

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 comforters

Deluxe Double Queen Roll In

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

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Mayor Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Mayor Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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 comforters

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 | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

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 comforters

Bethune Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Balcony One Bedroom Suite

Deluxe Balcony One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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 comforters

Premier Water View One Bedroom Suite

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Marina View One Bedroom Suite Accessible Roll In

Marina View One Bedroom Suite Accessible Roll In | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies

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 comforters

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 comforters

Deluxe Water View King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 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 comforters

Deluxe Water View Double Queen Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Salamander Washington DC

5-star hotel in Southwest
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a full-service spa and an indoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a health club, a 24-hour business center, and valet parking.
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.

In addition to a full-service spa, Salamander Washington DC features an indoor pool and a health club. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. This 5-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center, 16 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 36000 square feet (3344 square meters) include conference space. This luxury hotel also offers spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

Salamander Washington DC is a smoke-free property.

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.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 86.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck 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 (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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 crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 movies

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

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

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Salamander Washington DC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 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

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Pinecrest

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and luxurious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! Salamander did a wonderful job of making our trip so fun. My daughter forgot her googles for the pool and they had one for her!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Promise

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

benniata

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kacie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with excellent spa and great bartenders/cocktails
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of the best

Amazing stay and hotel. We will return and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodora

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The location was great, close to the mall but far enough to be quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service by the concierge and restaurants was extraordinary and very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mashaun

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect lication
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a classic feel without being dated. It was also a 5 min or less walk to the shops and restaurants at the Wharf or you could also eat at the restaurant on site. We loved it and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All areas were very clean and every staff we talked to was incredibly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect from check-in to check out! Everyone was so nice and helpful, cant wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were VERY attentive and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice but overpriced. Also no close very good restaurants within walking distance to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025