Argentta Spa: what’s on offer, hours, and pool rules
Argentta Spa at The Watergate Hotel is the property's full-service spa on Level B3 with an indoor heated saltwater pool, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and a 24-hour Technogym-equipped fitness center. Pool and spa facility access (sauna, steam room, whirlpool) are included for hotel guests; individual treatments are paid services.
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Where Argentta Spa is and who can use it
Argentta Spa is located on Level B3 of The Watergate Hotel at 2650 Virginia Ave NW in Foggy Bottom. The spa occupies a large, multi-room wellness area and includes the restored indoor saltwater pool.
Hotel guests, spa guests and club members may use Argentta Spa facilities. Access to the pool and the spa facilities (sauna, steam room, whirlpool) is included for registered hotel guests; individual spa treatments (massages, HydraFacials, body treatments) are an extra charge.
- Address: 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
- Spa name: Argentta Spa (on Level B3)
- Access: included for hotel guests; treatments are paid
| Who | Access |
|---|---|
| Hotel guests | Pool & spa facilities included |
| Spa visitors (non-overnight) | Likely available — confirm with spa reservations (treatments paid) |
| Guests under 18 | May use pool; spa area (treatment rooms/sauna/steam) requires adult accompaniment |
Pool hours and scheduling notes
Published hotel materials list Argentta Spa pool and amenities as open daily from early morning until 9:00 PM. Two hotel sources in public materials show slightly different opening times (6:00 AM–9:00 PM in the guest compendium and 7:00 AM–9:00 PM on a separate spa page).
Spa treatment hours (for booking massages, HydraFacials and similar services) are offered Thursday–Monday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM according to the hotel's compendium; the fitness center is open 24 hours for hotel guests.
- Pool & amenities: listed as open daily until 9:00 PM (sources list either 6:00 AM–9:00 PM or 7:00 AM–9:00 PM).
- Spa treatments: Thursday–Monday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (book treatments in advance).
- Fitness center: open 24 hours for hotel guests.
| Facility | Typical published hours |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool & amenities | 6:00 AM–9:00 PM (compendium) / 7:00 AM–9:00 PM (spa page) |
| Spa treatments (booking times) | Thursday–Monday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours (hotel guests) |
What the pool is like — features and measurements
The indoor pool at Argentta Spa is a restored, heated saltwater pool with silver-flecked mosaic tiles that reference the hotel’s 1960s design. It contains three lap lanes and a dedicated aerobic area.
Published descriptions list the pool temperature at about 82°F (28°C) and describe the pool length as roughly 50 feet.
- Indoor, heated saltwater pool (restored 1960s design)
- Three lap lanes plus an aerobic area
- Approximate length: ~50 feet; listed temperature: ~82°F (28°C)
| Attribute | Published detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Heated saltwater, indoor |
| Lanes | 3 lap lanes |
| Length / temp | ≈50 feet; ≈82°F (28°C) |
Other spa facilities and services
Argentta Spa includes treatment rooms (for massages, body treatments and HydraFacials), a whirlpool, a steam room, a sauna, locker rooms and a nail salon. The spa has offered signature body and facial treatments such as the Watergate Signature Massage and Diamond Glow Facial; current menus highlight body treatments, massages and HydraFacials.
The onsite fitness center is equipped with Technogym equipment and is open 24 hours to hotel guests. Spa treatments are available by appointment and are a paid service separate from facility access.
- Sauna, steam room and whirlpool are part of facility access (included for hotel guests).
- Treatment rooms and nail salon: paid services; book in advance for popular time slots.
- Fitness center: Technogym equipment; open 24 hours for hotel guests.
| Facility | Included / Paid |
|---|---|
| Pool / sauna / steam / whirlpool | Included for hotel guests |
| Massages, HydraFacials, body treatments | Paid treatments (book separately) |
| Fitness center | Included access for hotel guests (24-hour) |
Pool rules, etiquette and safety (what we can confirm)
The hotel does not publish a publicly detailed, itemized list of every pool rule in the materials we consulted. What is stated in official materials and spa listings is: pool and spa facility access is included for hotel guests, and guests under 18 may use the pool but require adult accompaniment to enter the spa area (sauna/steam/treatment rooms).
For any additional rules (towel policies, lap-lane scheduling, swimwear standards, limits on food/drink or glass, lifeguard staffing, limits on guest capacity, or rules about athletic gear), contact the spa desk or front desk on arrival — staff can confirm current pool rules and supervise lane scheduling.
- Confirmed: Pool and spa facilities included for hotel guests.
- Confirmed: Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult in the spa area (per published age guidance).
- Not publicly itemized: the hotel’s full written pool-rule list (ask spa staff or concierge for the on-site rules on arrival).
| Question | What the hotel materials say |
|---|---|
| Are kids allowed in the pool? | Yes; the hotel lists the indoor pool among kid-friendly activities |
| Can under-18s use steam/sauna/treatment rooms? | Only when accompanied by an adult |
| Is pool entry charged separately? | No — facility access is included for hotel guests; treatments are extra |
Practical tips: booking, arrival and other useful notes
Book spa treatments in advance if you want a specific time or a signature service; spa treatment hours are limited (Thursday–Monday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM). If you plan to swim early or late, note the pool’s published closing time is 9:00 PM.
If you’re driving, valet parking is available and spa and dining guests receive validated parking for up to three hours (confirm the current valet validation policy at check-in). For family stays remember the hotel requires the registering guest to be at least 21 years old, but children are welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Reserve massages or HydraFacials ahead (treatment hours are limited).
- Confirm pool opening time at check-in (hotel materials list either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM starts).
- Valet parking: complimentary validation for spa guests up to 3 hours (then hourly fee applies).
- Lead guest must be 21+ to register the reservation; families are welcome.
| Item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Want a massage | Call Argentta Spa or the front desk to reserve a treatment slot |
| Arriving early to swim | Confirm exact pool opening time with concierge / spa desk |
| Driving to the spa | Use valet parking; ask for spa validation at arrival |
