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Salamander Washington DC

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near National Mall

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Property grounds
Sports facility
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Marina View | Living area
Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
1330 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC, 20024
  • National Mall
    7 min walk
  • International Spy Museum
    7 min walk
  • Jefferson Memorial
    11 min walk
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    11 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, View (Water View)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, View (Water View, Roll-In Shower)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries

Suite (Mayoral)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Ambassador)

Suite (Ambassador)

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite (Diplomatic)

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Marina View

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite (Bethune)

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom (Water View)

Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom, View (Water View)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Marina View (Roll-In Shower)

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View (Water View)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View (Water View)

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View (Water View)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, View (Water View)

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, View (Water View)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, View (Water View)

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Washington

City center retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of this Southwest hotel, you'll find National Mall and Jefferson Memorial. National Museum of African American History and Culture and Washington Monument are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • National Mall - 7 min walk
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 14 min walk
  • Washington Monument - 15 min walk
  • Capital One Arena - 2 min drive
  • White House - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Smithsonian Station - 6 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪US Holocaust Museum Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Surfside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jessie Taylor Seafood - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mi Vida - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Salamander Washington DC

5-star luxury hotel near National Mall
Salamander Washington DC offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 2 restaurants on site. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 16 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 36000 square feet (3344 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Salamander Washington DC. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 373 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 36000 sq ft of conference space
  • 3344 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2004
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
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.

The onsite spa has 8 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.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured covered valet parking on site (USD 79 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 30-39 for adults and USD 22-22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Private picnics

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 available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator (on request)

More

  • Children's slippers
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Free newspapers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service

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 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100.00 and a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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 79 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, and cash. This property uses wind energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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. 777 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1010 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1010 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Salamander Hotel provided excellent accommodations. The service was superb. We valued its location proximal to DC’s museums, the Metro, and the airport.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our three night stay at The Salamander. The hotel is beautiful and very clean. The staff is incredibly polite and friendly. We hope to stay there again on our next trip to DC.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, nice view, attentive and friendly staff upon arrival. Quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room is nice, good bed and friendly staff but It did not feel like a five star luxury hotel. - I sent a messenger prior to arrival asking if there were any renovations, they answered that the spa on the second floor was under renovation. But there was construction on the same floor and on the floor above us. We were waken up by hammering and drilling every morning. They offered to waive the cancelation fee but we could find a last minute hotel in the area so had to stay. - At breakfast they informed us that the kitchen was busy with room service so our only option was the buffet.. Asked for a green juice or smoothie they said they don’t serve anything healthy (exact words). There main restaurant was close both Sunday and Monday. We had to have breakfast and dinner elsewhere. - The lobby and bar are the same area two of the four nights there were loud parties, I don’t know why Expedia recommends it as a family hotel, the only other area you can gather in is a beautifully courtyard that has has traffic noise from the highway. - They dont have any of the amenities or special details you expect from a luxury five star hotel, no turn down service or chocolate in your pillow, there is no attention to detail. The concierge was nice but not Very helpful. - A thing I did like was they have free bikes you can use that was nice. They also have free coffee to take with you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ordered room service and for this to be a 5 star hotel, the food was sub par. We didnt eat it. Spa service was unavailable. Other than that room was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful,helpful staff,felt special. Wish food and drink were more affordable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a water view room that was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Samira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
the check-out was probably the worst experience I have had at a hotel. I asked twice for the extension to 1pm to check out and every time was told no but no explanation was given. I travel bicoastal and overseas all throughout the year and never has a hotel not given an explanation as to why a late checkout could not occur. I also was apart of a wedding which over 20-30 rooms were filled with wedding guests and the wedding party. so attempting to check out as fast as 11am was not possible given all of the festivities. this occurred twice even when I extended my stay another night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location, Friendly Staff
Stayed for 2-nights at the tail end of a post-work conference mini-vacation with my wife. The location could not have been any better, within walking distance of all the monuments, museums, restaurants, bars, etc. The property was very well kept and the room was fantastic. Staff were very accommodating and excited to help. The hotel was undergoing a refresh of some of the rooms, but we hardly noticed. Rates were a bit pricey, and parking was just the same (valet only, $79/night), but everything else delivered on our expectations. I would definitely stay here again and I would definitely recommend, especially for any D.C. first timers like myself (assuming they keep it affordable).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buffi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The room was so clean and dining was excellent. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Very relaxing environment. Really close to the Wharf and all of the attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Poughkeepsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Fairfax

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Adaeze

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Salamander is over priced for its offerings. They have a $160 hold charge per night and yet cannot draw any charges to the room from it. So you pay your full bill and you have an additional $160 per night hold at the end of checkout. It’s ridiculous. The spa massage was great even without the full facilities. Its really good. However you have no discretion on tipping. Another thing that blew my mind was there was no tea or coffee in the room. For a hotel of this calibre the complimentary amenities were pretty sparce. It definitely dampened my ability to unwind for the weekend. Service is also pretty slow so if you need anything for the room, be prepared to call multiple times and wait a while! So would I stay again, nah. The shortcomings dampened a staycation - like the hotel service undid the relaxation of the masseuse. The grounds of the stairs leading to the wharf can be cleaner too and free of trash
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The DC property was undergoing renovation and the staff bent over backwards to make up for any inconveniences, which were relatively minor. Rooms are very nice, great food, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Bathroom and welcome message with my name.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024