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With noteworthy new openings and remarkable renovations across the city, DC’s hotel scene is headline-worthy right now. Better yet, there’s even more to come. Twenty-one new or renovated hotels and more than 3,300 rooms are in the pipeline.

DC hotels embrace cherry blossom season

When the cherry blossoms bloom, DC hotels become Instagram-worthy floral havens. The Conrad Washington, DC, Waldorf Astoria Washington, DC and Yours Truly are among the many properties that transform into enchanted pink gardens.

Discover the flavors of the season. The Salamander Washington DC, Willard InterContinental, Ritz-Carlton, Washington DC, St. Regis and Fairmont Washington, DC Georgetown offer cherry blossom high tea experiences each year. Many hotels also offer “Cherry Picks” menus in association with the National Cherry Blossom Festival and Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington.

Hotel rooftop bars are the perfect place to soak in the warmer weather and DC’s rooftop scene is buzzing. Enjoy stunning views from more than 30 new or renovated rooftop experiences since 2020. REALM, Casamara Rooftop, Treehouse and Marcus Samuelsson’s Sly are the newest additions to discover. ART DC at the Arlo, VUE atop the Hotel Washington, Smoke and Mirrors in the AC Hotel Washington, DC Capitol Hill Navy Yard, Lucha Rosa atop the Moxy Downtown and Ciel Social Club at the AC Hotel Washington, DC Convention Center and Washington Marriott Capitol Hill offer monumental views. Take in the Potomac River at Top of the Gate above the Watergate Hotel, 12 Stories at the InterContinental Washington, DC – The Wharf, Whiskey Charlie at Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf, Moonraker at Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf and CUT Above at the Rosewood, to name a few.

 

DC hotels offer ways to commemorate America’s 250th throughout 2026:

Washington, DC is center stage for the nation’s milestone birthday and hotels across the city are offering year-round packages and deals. Many offers lean into the unique history of the property and its vibrant local neighborhood. Visitors can discover even more DC250 hotel deals and book directly here.

 

July 4 Hotel Experiences:

 

Happening in 2026:

  • ARC Hotel, Washington DC, Series by Marriott (March) 

    The ARC Hotel in Foggy Bottom will become one of the first “Series by Marriott” properties in the U.S. The brand is focused on simple, streamlined and comfortable stays while preserving a unique identity.

  • Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill (March)

    The hotel is unveiling a comprehensive renovation that enhances every part of the guest experience. All guest rooms and suites will be redesigned with modern, DC-inspired style and marble bathrooms. Union Grounds Coffee Shop anchors the refreshed lobby, while Bistro 525 unveils a new look and Federal City Bar offers handcrafted cocktails and shareable bites. More than 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, including two ballrooms and 14 meeting rooms, will also be enhanced.

  • Hyatt House Washington, DC / The Wharf (April)

    The Hyatt House is currently undergoing soft goods renovations to rooms and public spaces, and the work is anticipated to be complete by April. The property boasts a prime location on The Wharf, with waterfront views, complimentary American breakfast and a made-to-order omelet station.

  • Tempo by Hilton Washington, DC Downtown (May)

    A 12-story former office building with the favorable address of 1776 K Street NW in downtown DC has been converted into a 278-key Tempo by Hilton. Amenities include two lobby-level dining options – a Bluestone Lane coffee shop and Public Interest brasserie – plus a fitness center, outdoor rooftop and flexible meeting space.

  • CitizenM Washington Georgetown (Summer)

    Just east of picturesque Key Bridge, along the Georgetown waterfront, CitizenM, newly acquired by Marriott, plans to open its third property in DC. The facade will be preserved as a 100-year-old building is expanded, renovated and converted into a stylish 230-room, seven-story hotel.

  • The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown (Summer)

    Georgetown University’s hotel reopens as a newly renovated boutique stay on campus. The renovation includes designs that point to Georgetown’s history and mission. The hotel features 146 modern guest rooms over five stories, 13,000 square feet of meeting and event space and an open-concept lobby with floor-to-ceiling windows.

  • Canopy by Hilton Washington, DC The Wharf (Fall)

    The property will undergo soft renovations to rooms and public spaces later this fall. This spring, however, the hotel welcomes southern and coastal Italian restaurant Capitano. With open-air dining and views of the water, the concept brings a fresh dining option to The Wharf.

     

New Openings:

  • ROOST White House (September 2025)

    Located approximately 1,000 feet from Lafayette Square, ROOST debuts its first location in DC, marking entry into its sixth city. Combining the best of a hotel and apartment-style living, the stylish apartments come with big kitchens, ample workspace and lavish amenities.

  • Sixty DC (June 2025)

    The boutique hotel brand, with locations in Beverly Hills, California and New York’s Lower East Side, made its DC debut on Connecticut Avenue near Dupont Circle. The posh 73-room hotel boasts trendy food and beverage concepts: Casamara, serving coastal Mediterranean; Reynold’s, a retro-cool cocktail bar whose name is a nod to Alexander Hamilton’s affair; and the coastal-chic, 3,000-square-foot Rooftop at Casamara.

  • Mint House Downtown Washington, DC (May 2025)

    An 11-story former office building near McPherson Square was converted into a hotel offering 85 high-end apartment-style suites, ranging from studios to two-bedrooms, complete with full kitchens and spacious living areas. Guests have access to an on-site fitness center, dedicated meeting space, a coworking lounge and grab and go station.

  • Canal House of Georgetown, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel (March 2025)

    Taking inspiration from the iconic Chesapeake & Ohio Canal, a five-story former office building was combined with adjacent townhouses to create a 108-key property under Marriott’s Tribute portfolio. Located in the heart of charming Georgetown, amenities include the lobby’s C+O Lounge, a private courtyard, library lounge, fitness center and two two-bedroom rowhouses.

  • Arlo Washington, DC (November 2024) 

    Arlo Hotels debuted its seventh hotel and first in Washington, DC near Judiciary Square. The 12-story, 445-room hotel incorporates and preserves the city’s oldest conventional apartment building, the Harrison, which has stood since 1882. Arlo Washington, DC boasts a rooftop pool, lobby restaurant and year-round rooftop lounge with stunning views of the U.S. Capitol.

     

Recent Renovations:

  • Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill (Fall 2025)

    Celebrating its 50th anniversary this spring, the property unveiled a complete renovation of all guest rooms, refreshed and reconfigured public spaces that set the stage for a more elevated arrival experience, a fully renovated fitness center and indoor pool, lavish modernization of the hotel’s expansive conference facilities and an extravagant redesign of the hotel’s dining establishments, including Article One – American Grill.

  • Willard InterContinental (July 2025)

    The iconic property unveiled a restoration to its 335 accommodations, drawing inspiration from the hotel’s rich legacy as a backdrop to several pivotal moments in American history. Guest rooms and suites have been thoughtfully reimagined, offering crystal chandeliers, intricate crown moldings, elegant draperies, hardwood flooring, commissioned paintings, custom furnishings, updated technology and custom wool rugs that preserve the hotel's historic character. Signature suites pay tribute to historic figures and pioneers, many of whom were guests, including Eleanor Roosevelt, Helen Hayes, Frederick Douglass, Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King, Jr.

  • Salamander Washington, DC (December 2024)

    Middleburg, Virginia-based Salamander Collection, founded by entrepreneur Sheila Johnson, unveiled buzzworthy enhancements to the former 373-key Mandarin Oriental. The project reveals a brighter and more residential design. The lobby and its stunning bar, pool and modernly refreshed guest suites designed by Washington’s Thomas Pheasant were completed by late summer 2024 and a luxury two-story spa followed in December 2024. Celebrity chef Kwame Onwuachi’s highly anticipated return to the nation’s capital, Dōgon, opened in September 2024 to national acclaim. The restaurant is inspired by DC surveyor Benjamin Banneker and his heritage to the West African Dogon tribe.

  • Grand Hyatt Washington (Fall 2024)

    The 902-key hotel unveiled fully renovated guest rooms and suites. The rooms boast a light and airy feel with neutral tones and a stunning feature wall inspired by the U.S. Capitol building's dome and cherry blossom flowers. In conjunction with its renovation, Grand Hyatt Washington proudly achieved LEED certification for the guest rooms. The property, adjacent to CityCenterDC, is a few blocks from Capital One Arena, the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and the National Mall.

 

Recent Rebrands:

  • City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast (January)

    The former Hotel Arboretum on New York Avenue NE converted to a new, midscale Marriott brand called City Express. (Bethesda, Md.-based Marriott acquired the brand in fall 2024). The flag change includes a renovation, and guests of the 126-key property enjoy complimentary hot breakfast and access to a fitness center.

  • Eurostars St. Gregory (October 2025)

    The Barcelona-based Eurostars Hotel Company acquired the 156-key St. Gregory Hotel, situated between Dupont Circle and Georgetown. The mid-century modern property features a range of versatile and well-equipped event spaces and a signature dining venue. This marks the chain’s sixth property in the U.S. and first in the nation’s capital.

  • Hyatt House Washington, DC Downtown Convention Center (August 2025)

    An elevated extended-stay experience in the heart of Shaw, steps from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, debuted following a property-wide renovation of the former Cambria then – for a brief period – Hyatt. Suites are equipped with full kitchens and closets, separate living areas and spacious bathrooms. Additional amenities include a 24/7 fitness center, complimentary breakfast bar and inviting communal spaces. The 184-room hotel also debuted a chic rooftop bar and lounge, offering sweeping views and a new destination in Shaw’s thriving culinary and nightlife scene.

  • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Washington, DC / NoMa (January 2025)

    Following a full renovation, the former Quality Inn & Suites features a complimentary hot breakfast buffet, 24-hour hot beverage bar, fitness center, business center and free wireless internet access.

     

Coming in 2027 and Beyond:

  • MOB Hotel (2027)
    A stylish Paris-based chain by design team lead Philippe Starck is expected to open its first North American hotel in DC’s Union Market area. The brand embraces neighborhood culture and programs, art talks and regular concerts in its lobbies. The hotel will feature 144 rooms, an organic restaurant and show kitchen, library, seminar rooms, live music and a rooftop with awe-inspiring views of the U.S. Capitol.
  • Aloft Hotel (Late 2027)
    An 11-story, 152-room Aloft hotel near Mt. Vernon Triangle will incorporate the historic facade of the former Union Provision and Distribution Company, built in 1946. The hotel aims to include a restored deli on the ground level to honor that history, as well as a rooftop deck.
  • The Bazaar House by José Andrés (2028)
    Chef José Andrés is making his first foray into branded hotels with a new project in his adopted home city. The 67-room luxury hotel, to be developed on the site of the former Latham Hotel on M Street in Georgetown, will feature a private membership club, multiple food and beverage concepts curated by the celebrity chef's restaurant group, events space, a wellness center and high-end retail offerings.
  • Marriott Tribute Portfolio Chinatown (Late 2028)
    Located in the heart of historic Chinatown, one block from Capital One Arena and the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro station, a 90-key boutique hotel is in the final planning stage. Renderings show the preservation of seven existing row homes with construction of a nine-story rear addition.

 

Photo Credit - ARC Hotel

Photo Credit - Hilton Washington, DC Capitol Hill