What’s included at The Watergate Hotel — and what costs extra
The Watergate Hotel includes standard in-room amenities (marble baths, premium bath amenities, upgraded coffee makers), Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas, access to Argentta Spa facilities (indoor heated saltwater pool, sauna, steam room) and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional services such as valet parking, spa treatments, restaurant meals, and the pet fee are charged separately.
In this guide
- Rooms — what's in your room and what you pay extra for
- Spa, pool and fitness — included access vs paid services
- Dining and bars — what's included and what you’ll pay for
- Parking, pets and other extra fees
- Concierge, front desk and included services
- Meetings, events and wedding spaces — what’s included and what you’ll be quoted
Rooms — what's in your room and what you pay extra for
Guest rooms and suites at The Watergate Hotel come with marble bathrooms, premium bath amenities, upgraded coffee makers, and fully stocked mini‑bars (mini‑bar contents are provided but consumption is charged). Wi‑Fi is available in all guest rooms and included for hotel guests.
The hotel lists 336 guest rooms and suites across 14 floors, including room names such as Superior Room, Deluxe Room, River View, Premier Room, and multiple Suite types (for example Suite (Diplomat), Suite (Rose), and Presidential Suite). Bedding configurations vary by room type.
- Included: Wi‑Fi in rooms and public spaces; marble baths and premium toiletries; coffee maker.
- Usually paid: Mini‑bar items (charged when taken); any incidental charges (in‑room dining if ordered).
- If you need specifics (bed type, balcony, river view), confirm the exact room type when booking.
| Room example | What’s included |
|---|---|
| Superior Room | Wi‑Fi, marble bath, coffee maker, in‑room amenities |
| Premier Room, River View | All above plus river/riverfront views; balcony on some categories |
| Suite (Ambassador) / Presidential Suite | Larger living space; same basic included amenities, extras vary by suite |
Spa, pool and fitness — included access vs paid services
Argentta Spa is the hotel's full wellness center (Level B3) and includes the restored indoor heated saltwater pool, a whirlpool, sauna, steam room and locker rooms. According to the hotel, access to the pool and spa facilities (sauna, steam room, whirlpool) is included for hotel guests.
Individual spa treatments (massages, HydraFacials, body treatments, signature services like the Watergate Signature Massage and other listed facials) are paid add-ons and are available Thursday–Monday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The fitness center is open 24 hours for hotel guests.
- Included for hotel guests: pool & spa facility access (hours per hotel compendium); 24‑hour Technogym fitness center.
- Paid: spa treatments and specialty services; some spa treatments are offered on a limited schedule (Thu–Mon).
- Age rules: guests under 18 may use the spa area only when accompanied by an adult.
| Facility | Included for guests | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indoor heated saltwater pool | Yes | Open daily (hotel compendium lists varying start times; pool hours cited as 6am–9pm in the compendium) |
| Fitness center | Yes | Open 24 hours for hotel guests |
| Spa treatments | No (paid) | Appointments required; treatments offered Thu–Mon 10am–6pm |
Dining and bars — what's included and what you’ll pay for
The Watergate Hotel is home to Kingbird (all‑day dining including breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch), The Next Whisky Bar (whisky bar with cocktails and cigars), and the seasonal rooftop Top of the Gate. Meals, drinks and bar tabs are not included in room rates and are charged separately.
Kingbird serves breakfast and lunch on weekdays and brunch on weekends; the Kingbird Bar operates evenings. Reservations are strongly recommended for Kingbird, and the restaurant can provide a children's menu.
- Included in stay: none of the restaurant or bar meals — dining is à la carte and billed separately.
- Valet parking validation is available when dining at Kingbird (see parking section for rates and validation details).
- Top of the Gate is seasonal (usually April–mid‑October) and may be closed off‑season.
| Venue | Typical hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Kingbird | Breakfast & lunch weekdays; weekend brunch; reservations recommended |
| The Next Whisky Bar | Evening hours (check hotel compendium); reservations/walk‑ins welcomed |
| Top of the Gate (rooftop) | Seasonal — usually April through mid‑October; hours vary |
Parking, pets and other extra fees
Valet parking at The Watergate Hotel is available but is a paid service. The hotel provides specific nightly and hourly valet rates; spa and dining guests can receive validation for a limited time.
The hotel is pet‑friendly with a per‑stay pet fee and in‑room pet amenities for dogs, cats and other domestic pets up to 50 pounds. Service animals are not charged.
- Pet fee: $100 per stay (covers up to 2 pets) and includes in‑room pet amenities and a deep cleaning (service animals excluded).
- Valet parking: overnight and hourly rates apply; dining and spa validation can reduce or waive short‑term parking fees.
| Service | Typical charge |
|---|---|
| Overnight valet (standard vehicle) | $65 per night |
| Overnight valet (oversized vehicle) | $75 per night |
| Pet fee (per stay) | $100 (up to 2 pets) |
Concierge, front desk and included services
The Watergate Hotel provides a 24‑hour front desk, concierge services, porter/bellhop assistance, and laundry/dry cleaning services. Basic guest services such as check‑in/check‑out, luggage assistance and concierge recommendations are included with your stay.
Check‑in begins at 4:00 PM and check‑out is at 11:00 AM. The registering guest must be at least 21 years old unless accompanied by a parent or appropriate guardian; families and children are welcome when traveling with an adult.
- Included: 24‑hour front desk, concierge, porter assistance, Wi‑Fi, access to public areas.
- Potential extras: laundry and dry cleaning are available for a fee; some concierge services (ticketing, reservations) may include third‑party costs.
| Service | Included or paid |
|---|---|
| Concierge and bellhop | Included (service provided; third‑party purchases are extra) |
| Laundry / dry cleaning | Paid service |
| Express check‑out | Included option |
Meetings, events and wedding spaces — what’s included and what you’ll be quoted
The Watergate Hotel has extensive event space (more than 27,000 sq. ft.), including the Moretti Grand Ballroom, smaller ballrooms and terraces, plus rooftop and pre‑function areas. Meeting rooms and event spaces are available to book but are quoted separately and usually come with rental fees, catering minimums, and AV charges.
Top of the Gate and other outdoor terraces are used seasonally for events; capacity, setup and pricing vary by space and date, so request a function sheet and event quote from the hotel's sales team for firm numbers.
- Event space examples: Moretti Grand Ballroom (6,819 sq. ft.), Cecchi Junior Ballroom, multiple terraces and The Library for intimate gatherings.
- Included: basic meeting-room access when contracted; paid items often include room rental, catering, AV, and staffing.
| Venue | Typical capacity or use |
|---|---|
| Moretti Grand Ballroom | Large receptions and conferences (ballroom size listed at 6,819 sq. ft.) |
| Top of the Gate (rooftop) | Seasonal outdoor events — capacity varies |
| The Library / Kingbird Backroom | Smaller private dinners and meetings |
