Washington DC’s iconic Watergate Hotel has opened its doors after nine-year $125 million renovation. The building is part of the Watergate complex, designed in 1962 by the Italian architect Luigi Moretti, and made famous by the 1972 theft which occurred in its office tower, and turned out to be the work of President Richard Nixon’s administration. However, the hotel might have mined the scandalous legacy of the complex where it’s located for its theme, but the black-tie crowd gathered there on Tuesday night for its inaugural party looked unimpeachably upstanding.
DC’s Infamous Watergate Hotel Re-Opens After $125 Million Renovation
The renovation emphasizes the building’s mid-century design, and retained some of the hotel’s original structures, including a curvaceous staircase and indoor pool. The property has 336 rooms and suites including two appropriately named Presidential Suites. They redefine luxury with lavish finishes, sleek furniture and lush bedding, all artfully chosen with the guest in mind. Exclusive La Bottega bath amenities perfectly complement the floor-to-ceiling marble bathrooms. Champagne in hand, guests can revel in these extravagant surroundings while taking in striking views of the Potomac River on private balconies.
DC’s Infamous Watergate Hotel Re-Opens After $125 Million Renovation
Other hotel facilities include the Kingbird restaurant and bar, Top of the Gate rooftop lounge and a whisky bar.
The Argenta Spa features eight treatment suites, steam room, nail salon, sauna and relaxation areas. There is also an indoor saltwater pool plus aerobic space and gym.
The hotel offers guest cheeky reminders of the Watergate’s illustrious past with key cards that say “no need to break in” and pens emblazoned with “stolen from The Watergate Hotel.”
