WALDORF ASTORIA WASHINGTON DC, Washington – Your ideal downtown stay

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC - Luxury historic hotel with spa near White House

Located on Pennsylvania Avenue between the White House and U.S. Capitol in Northwest Washington DC. The hotel occupies the historic Old Post Office building with original architectural elements including a nine-story glass roof atrium and the Old Post Office clock tower housing Congress Bells. Features include a spa with six treatment rooms and Himalayan Salt Therapy Room, Michelin-starred Sushi Nakazawa restaurant serving omakase sushi, and The Bazaar by José Andrés. Offers 38,000 square feet of event space including Grand Ballroom, Lincoln Library, and Franklin Study. Complimentary access to the clock tower observation deck with 360-degree city views. Walking distance to Smithsonian museums, Washington Monument, and Lincoln Memorial.

Additional perks of the hotel

Technogym fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment

Pet-friendly accommodations

24-hour in-room dining service

Business center and meeting rooms

Connecting rooms available

Streaming TV capability in all rooms

Multilingual staff

Electric vehicle charging station

Valet parking service

Accommodations Overview

The hotel offers 263 guest rooms and suites among the largest in Washington DC. Rooms feature city views of Pennsylvania Avenue and landmarks. Suites include separate living areas, executive desks, and marble bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers. The Waldorf Townhouse Suite spans two stories with private Pennsylvania Avenue entrance, living room seating 16, dining room, pantry/kitchen with butler entrance, two bedrooms, and private workout room. The Presidential Suite occupies the former Postmaster General's office with original USPS architectural details. All accommodations include Nespresso machines, bathrobes, and electronic drapes.

Other conveniences

Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Minibars and tea/coffee makers

Safe deposit boxes

Ironing facilities and trouser presses

Air conditioning and heating

Free toiletries

AM/FM alarm clocks

Clothing steamers

Walk-in closets in suites

Double vanities in marble bathrooms