The hype
A beautiful property with an incredible spa and top-tier dining, but the room maintenance doesn't always match the luxury price tag.
Salamander Washington DC
$300-$500 / naktį
Užsisakykite, jei You want a luxurious, spa-focused urban retreat with stunning Tidal Basin views and easy access to The Wharf.
Kodėl Žmonės Tai Mėgsta
- Massive two-story, 14-room luxury spa with a vitality pool
- Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi serving incredible Afro-Caribbean cuisine
- Walking distance to The Wharf and National Mall monuments
Greita apžvalga: The public spaces and spa are spectacular, but some rooms still show wear and tear from its Mandarin Oriental days, and the service can be inconsistent.
Peržiūrėjo @walstla: My stay at the Salamander in DC was pure luxury. Sipping champagne in the lobby set the mood, and the room was so serene. The absolute best part was the gorgeous marble bathroom—soaking in that huge tub in a plush robe was the ultimate pampering experience.
Čia buvę svečiai sako
Reality check
While the lobby and spa are 5-star, guests frequently complain about peeling paint, stained carpets, and inconsistent housekeeping in the guest rooms.
- You're a foodie excited to try Chef Kwame Onwuachi's highly acclaimed Dōgon
- You want a world-class spa experience with a heated lap pool
- You prefer being slightly removed from downtown noise but close to the waterfront
Švara ir priežiūra
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- Housekeeping: Generally good in public areas, but room housekeeping can be inconsistent with missed spots and empty toiletries reported.
- Bathroom hygiene: Beautiful marble bathrooms, but some guests report yellowed grout, peeling paint on ceilings, and chipped fixtures.
- Maintenance: A major weak point—complaints of peeling paint, broken outlets, and finicky water temperatures are common.
- Linens & towels: High-quality, comfortable bedding and plush robes, though a few isolated reports mentioned stained carpets.
- Odors & scents: The lobby and spa smell incredible (a signature aromatherapy scent), but a few guests noted musty smells in older rooms.
Sleepability™
6.5VIDUTINIS
0-4GARSUS
4-7.5VIDUTINIS
7.5-10TYLUS
- Neighbors talking through thin walls
- Plumbing and water pressure noises
- Nearby construction (for lower-level rooms)
Prieš knygavimą
Naudinga žinoti
- There is a $35 daily destination fee that covers Wi-Fi and bike rentals
- Valet parking is extremely expensive at $86.50 per night
- The hotel offers a complimentary Gem Car drop-off to The Wharf and National Mall
Ką pakuoti
- Comfortable walking shoes for the 15-minute walk to the National Mall
- A swimsuit for the indoor heated lap pool and vitality pool
Kambario vedlys
Geriausias pasirinkimas
- Water View Suites for stunning views of the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial
- Studio Suites redesigned by Thomas Pheasant for a modern, residential feel
Kambariai, kurių vengti
- ADA rooms on lower floors facing the street, parking, or construction
- Rooms near the elevators due to noise bleed through thin walls
Kambario vedlys – kopijuoti ir įklijuoti
“I would love a recently renovated Water View room on a higher floor, away from the elevators, to enjoy the Tidal Basin views and ensure a quiet night's sleep.”
DUK ir paslėpti patarimai
Viskas, ką turėtum žinoti prieš rezerzavimą
Is there a resort fee?
Yes, a $35 daily destination fee is added, which includes Wi-Fi and access to cruiser bikes.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is a steep $86.50 per day. There is no self-parking on-site, but a public garage is next door at Portals II.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs under 40 lbs are welcome for a $150 fee per stay plus a $100 cleaning fee.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, there is a beautiful indoor heated lap pool on the spa level, open daily.
How far is the National Mall?
It's a very manageable 10-15 minute walk, or you can take the hotel's free Gem Car drop-off service.
What is the signature restaurant?
Dōgon by James Beard Award-winning Chef Kwame Onwuachi, serving incredible Afro-Caribbean cuisine.
Vidaus patarimai
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Take advantage of the complimentary Gem Car service for free rides to The Wharf and National Mall museums.
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Book your dinner at Dōgon well in advance—it's one of the hottest reservations in DC.
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Public parking is available next door at Portals II if you want to avoid the $86.50 valet fee.
5 dalykai, kuriuos reikia žinoti prieš kelionę
💡The front doors are locked at midnight, so late arrivals might have to wave down staff to get inside.
💡The hotel was formerly the Mandarin Oriental, and while public spaces are updated, some rooms still have older fixtures.
💡The fitness center is surprisingly small for a hotel of this size and luxury tier.
💡The spa has a stunning vitality pool and offers a unique Floating Sound Bath series.
💡You can borrow complimentary cruiser bikes to ride around the Tidal Basin.
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