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Overlooking The Wharf, Washington D.C.'s vibrant new waterfront district, InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf offers a resort-like retreat with effortless access to the city's most iconic attractions. Enjoy spectacular views of the Potomac River, a remarkable rooftop pool, and a tranquil onsite spa. Explore the nearby National Mall, Washington Monument, and the Smithsonian museums. Rest in splendor in our sophisticated and spacious rooms and suites.
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InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
1,134 reviews
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Nestled along a bustling waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel, garners appreciation for its comprehensive amenities, including spotless rooms with impressive water views, and a rooftop pool.
Guests are enamored with the modern ambiance and the hotel's meticulous upkeep. The attentive and personalized service provided by the staff also stands out. While some regard the hotel as pricey, particularly noting the cost of valet parking and on-site dining, the prime location near key attractions significantly enhances its allure for those seeking to immerse themselves in the local scene.
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I came here to celebrate my birthday(early). Staff was very friendly and eager to help. Room super comfy and clean as a whistle:) Lots of towels and great water pressure. No complaints, just wish I could've stay an entire week. Looked over a few reviews and noticed the General Manager responded with an email and phone number. I've stayed plenty of places, and this GM goes above and beyond to make sure guests are taken care of. I'll gladly stay here again in the future. The is no other choice for me at the Wharf:) Kudos to entire staff for making my stay one to remember:)
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Room Tip:Â Quiet floors, Clean rooms
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Response from Chris Lee, General Manager at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Jun 27, 2023
Dear Jackie C, Happy Birthday! And thank you for spending such a special occasion with us here at the Wharf, and also for taking the time to post such a kind Trip Advisor review! We are so glad that you enjoyed your birthday stay here with us, and that our colleagues made it a celebration to remember! We look forward to hopefully welcoming you back again one day soon! All the best, Chris Lee General Manager
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We stayed here on our visit to Washington DC recently and really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is very well located on the wharf and has excellent views across the Potomac. It is within walking distance of all the main sights but if you don’t fancy the walk then there is a free shuttle bus to the national mall. The Potomac river taxi also stops here just a few yards from the hotel and can take you to Georgetown, Alexandria and national harbour. We found the room to be an excellent size and well appointed. We had a small balcony with a view of the wharf and river. Our room rate included breakfast which we enjoyed although for an extended stay there isn’t a huge choice. The waitstaff where very good and friendly - particularly Daniel and Oscar. There are quite a few restaurants on the wharf but prices are inflated here and for a more reasonable priced meal head to the down town area.
The gym is well equipped and also benefits from the great views of the river. We’d definitely stay here again if in DC.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Catherine Carter, Sales at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Nov 9, 2020
Dear TopCats, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are so pleased to hear that you had a pleasant stay with us. Thank you again for the wonderful comments regarding the hotel the location and our staff and Daniel and Oscar I will be sure to share this feedback with them as well. We hope to welcome you back one day soon! Kindest Regards, Cofield Williams Reservations Manager
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The glistening marble floors, the ample lobby space to relax in, and the unique lights on sky high ceilings transformed my wet and gloomy travel day into a bright and eye-catching arrival experience at Intercontinental The Wharf. I stood in awe observing the people, the staff, the architecture, and the front desk/concierge area and felt a sense of place and sense of belonging. I approached the front desk staff where Mariam and Tyler greeted me with the most memorable smile and enthusiastic welcome to Washington DC. Having not been to the DC area in 9 years, I initially felt out of place because The Wharf is an area I hadn't been familiar with. However, everyone I spoke to at the front desk provided me with the best tourism and restaurant recommendations in The Wharf and the entire city! When I returned one evening, someone had asked me how my day was and my walk along the Potomac River which resulted in a joyous conversation. Judging from the way all the staff made me feel, I realized that Intercontinental The Wharf isn't just a hotel in a cool city, but a home away from home where I always will feel welcomed at any time of year.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Catherine Carter, Sales at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Oct 27, 2020
Dear 762joshz, Thank you so very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are so pleased to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with us and we're glad to hear that Mariam and Tyler turned a wet and gloomy travel day into a warm and welcoming greeting for you. It's moments such as the one you shared that make working in this industry such a rewarding one and we thank you for sharing that experience with the world. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon! Kindest Regards, Cofield Williams Reservations Manager
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My colleague and I checked in around 1 AM on a saturday evening, and the hotel was ready to greet us and took very good care checking us in quickly and expeditiously. The breakfast service at Kith/Kin was efficient and professional, again as we were there for work they got us in and out quickly with delicious food and hot coffee at the ready. Housekeeping did a great job keeping the room properly stocked and ready to go. My one regret is not having to stay longer! I can't wait to return with the family to enjoy DC in the summer months.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Trip type: Traveled on business
Room Tip:Â Water views!
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Response from Catherine Carter, Sales at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Oct 28, 2020
Dear Bobbyz51, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are pleased to hear that your quick visit was a pleasant experience and thank you for sharing your wonderful comments regarding your check-In, service in our restaurant and housekeeping. We look forward to welcoming you back for a longer stay in the future and thank you again for sharing your experience with us. Kindest Regards, Cofield Williams Reservations Manager
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What can you say about an Intercontinental Hotel? The brand requires a certain level of quality and comfort and The Wharf in Washington DC does not disappoint.
I generally would not stay at a hotel this pricey but it was a business trip and on somebody else's tab. This hotel is definitely a five-star experience. The staff was friendly and courteous and the concierge was especially knowledgeable and helpful in helping us plan our after hours tourist excursions.
There are a number of restaurants on site as well as 24-hour room service. even the restaurants in walking distance or kind of pricey, but there are a variety of fresh seafood choices just a couple of blocks away for reasonable value.
But the big surprise was the Kith/Kin, a world class restaurant that James Beard heralds as one of the best in the country. No question the menu is expensive, but if you are into a culinary experience this is the place. The offering is a unique take on an afro-carribean cuisine but some things may be a bit spicy. I am sure they will make any spice adjustments upon request.
The only issue is it is very popular and you will need a reservation on the weekends and, even after being seated, be prepared to wait as your dish is being prepared. We had a large party and shared different dishes with each other. We were so impressed that we treated ourselves to another meal the next night. Among the favorites were the curry goat, gumbo, and chicken wings, but the star was the deep fried whole snapper. All in all it was worth every penny!
Back to the hotel, if you stay here you will not be disappointed.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from JamesRyan_GM, General Manager at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Jan 22, 2020
Dear Archie I, Thank you for the five star review! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and were able to check out our hotel restaurant, Kith/Kin. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future! Thank you, James Ryan
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The entire team really went above and beyond, from Front Office to Housekeeping, the new restaurant and in-room dining (who did a follow up call to check on the service).
Very conscious with COVID-19 and it’s procedures. All in all, very happy with my experience.
Only critic is the iron in my room (733 or 734) was rusty and it stained my shirt (favorite shirt). I did mentioned this during my checkout to the FD. Housekeeping should revise these items on every room inspection.
I’ll still give you a 5 star rating because I know how much this means to the operation :)
Best,
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Catherine Carter, Sales at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Oct 27, 2020
Dear 12landreso, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we are glad to hear that you were pleased with the COVID-19 procedures and the level of service you received from our team. Thank you for also making us aware of the challenges you experienced with the irons in those two rooms and please accept our most sincere apology for any inconvenience that was caused. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon! Thank you, Cofield Williams Reservations Manager
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We stayed at this hotel during the coronavirus out break so all the normal services that a nice hotel would provide were not being offered and all of the common areas were closed to hotel guest, so no pool, restaurant, gym etc... The areas though looked very nice and the guest room was well designed with a very nice bathroom. We did book a suite since we weren't allowed to visit or hang out anywhere in public. The hotel had made appropriate changes to make guest feel safe. I would not hesitate to stay at this hotel during the coronavirus again. The rates were obviously adjusted lower since guest could not use many of the hotel amenities.
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Date of stay: May 2020
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Response from Catherine Carter, Sales at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Aug 11, 2020
Dear MorrisMatthew, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. We're sorry that our restaurant, pool, and spa were closed during your stay, but we have since reopened our main restaurant and our rooftop deck for indoor and outdoor dining. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon! Thank you.
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Location: A really nice aspect of this hotel. This was my first time in the Wharf District and I really liked it. Lots of places to eat and drink at, a nice outdoor promenade to walk around on and you're away from the DC tourist traffic. The lack of public transit is a little annoying and not one of the half dozen Ubers I took knew how to get to the hotel so I had to meet them on the street but overall it's a great place to be. There's even a CVS on the same corner as the hotel which is a bonus.
Hotel: A really nice modern property. Huge, airy lobby, very modern style rooms, a complete opposite look of the Willard. Sadly a lot of the hotel's features are closed right now including the bar and restaurant though they had some kind of pop up option with food until 7 PM.
Check In: I arrived a little after 1 and was able to get checked in right away. Sadly the only upgrade I got as a Spire/Ambassador was from a King Deluxe to a King Superior but the staff were very friendly which I appreciated.
Room: Despite the lack of upgrade this was a really good room. A large bathroom with a great shower, large bedroom area with a huge and comfortable bed with outlets next to it, work space, huge TV, small sitting area and a great view of the Wharf. There are no noise issues either and and the blackout curtains were great. It was an excellent room especially for a luxury US hotel.
Dining: the big drawback of the hotel right now. As I mentioned the restaurant and bar are closed. I had a $20 Food and Beverage credit and the minibar was limited to a few packaged snacks. I ordered a smoked salmon toast, side of bacon, coffee and orange juice for breakfast which came to $53 before tip. The OJ was $8 and was literally an 8 ounce bottle of Tropicana from concentrate that would have been $1.79 at CVS.Â
​​​​​​​Overall though it's a very good option in DC and I'll be back.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from Catherine Carter, Sales at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Nov 9, 2020
Dear Sal_Paradise767, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us and thank you again for being one of our loyal Spire Elite Members. We appreciate the feedback you shared with us and I will be certain to share this constructive feedback with our teams so we can work to improve our guest experiences in the future. We hope to welcome you back again soon and thank you again for providing us with your feedback. Kindest Regards, Cofield Williams Reservation Manager
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We played "tourista" with our grandchildren in early October, booking two rooms with river views. The hotel is in a very convenient location with numerous restaurants in the area, from fast food to expensive. Included in price (I believe it was an additional cost when we made the reservations) was daily breakfast which was very good but inattentive staff and slow service. We had drinks at the bar one evening, great service. The front desk and all the support staff were great, kudos all of them and special shoutout to "Ridi". The rooms had a great view with a small outdoor seating area, the rooms though somewhat small were fine and clean. Internet service was good. I would stay at this Intercontinental Hotel again.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Chris Lee, General Manager at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Oct 25, 2022
Dear Rocky B, Thank you for staying here with your grandchildren earlier this month, and for taking the time to post a review on Trip Advisor! We are glad to hear that you found our hotel's location at the Wharf so convenient, and that you enjoyed your experience here as much as you did. Thank you as well for highlighting the service provided by our amazing colleagues, and for the special shoutout to Ridi! We look forward to hopefully welcoming you back again one day soon! All the best, Chris Lee General Manager
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Just came back from a delightful weekend at the InterContinental at The Wharf. Can't beat the location and walking proximity to the National Mall, as well as so many great restaurants on The Wharf. Our King Superior room was clean and comfortable with a fantastic view of the Washington Channel. This was our first venture out since pandemic lockdown last year and we just wanted to feel safe and comfortable - we were so grateful for all of the attention to details exerted by the hotel staff. Highlight of the weekend was dinner at Moon Rabbit. We enjoyed it so much, we came back for a 2nd night with friends. Shout out to Edgar and Jeremy for offering great suggestions and being attentive without being intrusive. And thanks also to the front desk staff - both Rachel and Marian answered questions about how to navigate the local area, as well as setting up our reservation. This stay was a master class in hospitality.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Catherine Carter, Sales at InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded Apr 13, 2021
Dear Lisa P, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us, we are so pleased to hear that your first experience since the pandemic lockdown was such a pleasant one with us. Also thank you so much for the wonderful comments regarding all of our team members, we will be sure to share this information with all of them. Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back to the Wharf one day soon. Please stay safe and take care! Cofield Williams Reservations Manager
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The Moon Rabbit, the on-site restaurant and bar, is open until midnight weekends. Also, several restaurants with bars are just a stone’s throw from the hotel.
There are more places to choose from in the Washington DC area.
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₱14,876 - ₱26,951 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United StatesDistrict of ColumbiaWashington DCSouthwest Waterfront
NUMBER OF ROOMS
278
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