InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel
1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
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#39 of 232 hotels in Washington DC
Location
5.0
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Value
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Located near The White House, Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C., has played host to the world's social and political elite and has been the site of many historical moments since 1818. A luxury hotel in Washington, D.C., often referred to as the "Residence of Presidents," Willard has welcomed presidents, foreign dignitaries, and celebrities alike.
Experience 5-star service at this Downtown Washington, D.C. hotel and savor masterfully handcrafted cocktails in the iconic Round Robin Bar.
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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free internet
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Walking tours
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's television networks
Car hire
Paid private parking on-site
Wifi
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Personal trainer
Sauna
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Highchairs available
Strollers
Taxi service
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Photo copier / fax In business center
Spa
Body wrap
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot bath
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Makeup services
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Steam room
Waxing services
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shops
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
ATM on site
Butler service
Doorperson
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Room features
Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Additional bathroom
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Bidet
Bathrobes
Desk
Dining area
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Minibar
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
On-demand movies
Radio
Walk-in shower
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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City view
Landmark view
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Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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City View
Historic Hotel
Languages Spoken
English, French, Russian, Spanish and 14 more
Location
1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel
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My new favorite DC hotel. Stayed here 2x October-November. Terrific location close to White House and great restaurants. Both stays they had my room ready early so I was able to change, go for a run on the Mall before meetings. Rooms are large and have everything you need including large desk with proper chair, plenty of outlets, good climate control, coffee and tea maker. Despite central location, it’s quiet and I got a good night’s sleep. Staff is terrific- the same person checked me in both stays, doormen are helpful and friendly, housekeeping does a thorough job each day [don’t forget to tip the hardest working staff in any hotel :)
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Had drinks and some snacks at the round bar great place with friendly professional service Jim was great drinks and food first class We had dinner at cafe du parc food was fantastic Steak au frites excellent so where the snails and veal sirloin Dessert very good creme brûlée the best i ever had Juan was a pro attentive and friendly Will be back
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Vanessa Perez, Owner at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel
Responded Aug 7, 2023
Dear Alexander F, Its excellent you enjoyed your time with us so much! Were delighted you appreciated our friendly staff at the Round Robin Bar and Cafe Du Parc. We strive to provide our guests with the warmest hospitality and most efficient service, so this is fabulous to hear! Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback! Sincerely, Vanessa Perez Director of Front Office
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If you want a 10 star stay at a 5 star rate, then you've found the right place. You're greeted by valet and bell service as soon as you arrive. Then you step into the most magnificent breath taking lobby. You walk a short distance to check in. There you'll find friendly smiles and the best guest services. The rooms are sophisticatedly decorated and very spacious and clean. The bathrooms are well appointed, just in case you left something at home. Showers are hot and water pressure is great. Afternoon Tea is a favorite event here, so you might want to call ahead for reservations. Location, location, location. This is it. You're .7 miles to the Washington Monument,.05 to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, .04 miles to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, .06 miles to the Smithsonian American Art Museum and .04 to the White House. Most museum are open daily /free to the public. If you don't want to walk, taxi's are always on standby. Kudos to Jack, Ramsey and Rose- outstanding front desk service. Hailou superior Bellman and Abey- the best valet service. Also Ms. Delois- turn down services. Special Thanks to Ms. Vanessa Perez. She had a bottle of wine and a hand written note delivered to my room. She also ensured I had the best stay of my life. I will never forget your kindness and generosity. The Intercontinental Willard is truly a 10 star stay. From check in to sadly check out. You never want to leave:) …
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Fantastic hotel. Incredible history with beautiful lobby and good sized rooms. Friendly service throughout. Round Robin bar is fantastic. Would definitely recommend and will say here in the future. Location is fantastic.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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The Willard InterContinental, dubbed the 'Residence of Presidents' is an iconic property located in Downtown DC near the White House and this proximity makes it ideal to host presidents, dignitaries and celebrities alike. My guest room had a generous footprint, cozy king bed, historically-styled furniture, a navy, grey ,ivory palette with gold accents, a small seating area and a handy work-desk. The bath was marbleized with a walk -in shower. The Cafe du Parc is a classic French brasserie serving all dayparts food fare with a coffee shop for 'grab n go' pastries, coffee and some such. The Round Robin Bar is a bar of distinction and reputation providing classic cocktails and light bites. Other Willard amenities included: a spa, A fully equipped gym and an outdoor pool. So, if you are looking for a luxurious base camp in close proximity to the city's must-see sights.............then try the.......InterContinental the Willard Washington DC........... ............the Grand Dame of DC.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Wonderful hotel where everyone is trying to please you. The lobby is amazing and the rooms are very comfortable. We had our breakfasts included and we were so spoiled by all the breakfast team. Big big thank you to Elisabeth, JP, Deepak and all the team : you made us feel like family !!! Muchissima gracias y hasta pronto !!!!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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From the porters to the people at reception, from the bartenders to the housekeepers, every person who works at The Willard is friendly, helpful, and always professional. The hotel is beautifully appointed and steeped in DC history. They’ve hosted all of the most famous people and treat those of us who aren’t celebrities with the utmost respect. Two nights here in a double Queen room were heaven on earth. I couldn’t ask for anything more.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip: It’s a very busy neighborhood, very close to the White House and Freedom Plaza where there are...
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This is one of the few hotels I can actually say rates as Excellent in all areas. Check in staff were very helpful, we had a 2 Queen Beds and the room was huge looking out onto 14th Street. Our room was very quiet and kept very clean by the housekeeping ladies, each morning when working they were not intrusive. We had breakfasts included in our stay for 9 nights and found these exceptional in value, for quality and the high polite service standard by all staff who worked there. Thanks to JP and the lady called Ty? JP especially could not do enough for us. The hotel contains a lot of history and has a location at the back of the hotel with photos and information on some of the events that have taken place over the years. Its in a great location, one side is the White House, in front of the main reception area in the WW1 Monument and just a short walk past this is the White House Visitors centre. Walk out to the left and within minutes you're on Pennsylvania Avenue. Check out was smooth and no fear of not getting a taxi, plenty waiting or called up. Certainly would stay here again. Thanks to all of the Staff.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The Willard is in a prime location for site seeing. The front desk staff is very nice. And that’s about it. The beds are probably the most uncomfortable tables I’ve ever slept on. Recommend the hotel invest in new mattresses with some give to them. Second, there’s nothing worse than going out for the day, getting hot and tired, then returning to a room where the cleaning staff has decided (or been directed) to turn the air off and it’s now 82 degrees in the room. Recommend a new policy on that. That aside, it’s quiet, the bathroom is nice, and it’s a pleasant area. But there’s lots of spots in DC that can beat that. On a side, we went to the Round Robin bar and it’s a whole other level of “no” I’ll review.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from IHG Service, Owner at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel
Responded Oct 19, 2023
Hi JH560, Thank you for staying at our InterContinental Hotels The Willard Washington D.C. We appreciate you for choosing IHG Hotels and Resorts as your travel buddy. We want our guests to enjoy great experiences that enrich their lives, broaden their outlook, and make the most of their time with us to live the InterContinental life. I'm sorry for the issues you experienced. I have sent your comments to our dedicated hotel management team to work on these things you highlighted. Thank you for telling us about your experience. We want to welcome you back on your next stay in town. Best regards, Dominador R. Case Manager IHG Hotels & Resorts Service
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The hotel is of course beautiful and elegant however its the employees that make it extra special. We had a great experience with everyone that we interacted with but especially Ali who was extremely helpful even prior to our stay answering my questions to ensure our trip was everything that we hoped for. We will definitely be back.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
$318 - $481 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
United StatesDistrict of ColumbiaWashington DCUpper Northwest
NUMBER OF ROOMS
335
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Frequently Asked Questions about InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel
What are some of the property amenities at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a fitness center.
Which room amenities are available at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and paid private parking nearby are available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center, a sauna, and locker rooms available in the fitness center during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Chinese.
Does InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.
Is InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.