Intercontinental - Washington D.C. - The Wharf By Ihg – A Favorite for Families in Washington
About the Hotel
Rooms with River Views
The hotel offers 278 guestrooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Potomac River. Rooms include 50-inch smart TVs with Bluetooth, Nespresso machines, mini-bars, and spa-inspired bathrooms with rainfall showers. Suites feature Bose Wave SoundTouch systems, Juliette balconies, and separate living areas. The Constellation penthouse suite spans two floors with a wraparound balcony offering panoramic city and river views.
Dining at Willowsong
Willowsong restaurant serves seasonal American cuisine using ingredients from Mid-Atlantic farms and fisheries. The 12 Stories bar on the 12th floor offers modern cocktails, locally sourced oysters, crudo, and burgers with skyline views. The Watering Hole is an open-air bar serving cocktails and light bites overlooking the marina. In-room dining is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, featuring dishes like crispy skin king salmon.
Rooftop Pool & Spa
The rooftop features an infinity pool and WAVES bar exclusively for hotel guests, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM weather permitting. The Spa by L'Occitane includes five treatment rooms, a nail bar, and an oasis lounge. The 24-hour fitness center has Peloton bikes, weight machines, cardio equipment, and floor-to-ceiling windows with waterfront views.
Waterfront Location Access
Located in The Wharf development along the Potomac River, 5 miles from Reagan National Airport. Within walking distance of Del Mar, Hank's Oyster Bar, Officina, and Tiki TNT restaurants. 1.5 km from Smithsonian museums, 2 km from the Washington Monument and National Gallery of Art. Colonial Parking provides valet services with accessible ramps and elevators.
Meeting Spaces & Services
17,000 square feet of event space includes 11 meeting rooms and ballrooms with Potomac River views. All spaces have natural lighting, on-site AV teams, and customizable menus. The business center provides printing and administrative support through the front desk. The Nook lounge in the lobby offers workspace with magazines and books. Wedding packages include menu tastings and complimentary valet parking for events.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- On-site car park
- Handicap parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Rooftop pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock