Salamander Washington DC
"A 4.4-rated Salamander Collection Southwest Waterfront property with pool, spa and 4.8 cleanliness — filed as "The Potomac Hotel" on TripAdvisor."
About The Hotel
A 4.4-rated (1,164 reviews) 4-star The Potomac Hotel (branded “Salamander Washington DC”) at 1330 Maryland Avenue SW on the Southwest Waterfront near L Enfant Plaza. Subratings 4.3-4.8 with cleanliness 4.8, location 4.7, rooms 4.6, service 4.6, sleep quality 4.6 and value 4.3. Amenities include valet parking, free WiFi, fitness center, pool, bar/lounge, bicycles available, canoeing offsite and babysitting. Legacy Hot Tub Hotels frontmatter markets in-room jacuzzi suites; TripAdvisor amenity listings do not confirm in-room whirlpools — verify at booking (spa-suite categories in particular). Recent 5-star reviews focus on 1-bedroom suites (“I LOVED my room! I had a one bedroom suite and it was clean and BEAUTIFUL! I loved it so much from the gorgeous bathroom to the stunning living room area that I had to add another night”), the Salamander SPA (“The SPA, unlike the hotel room bathrooms, was SPOTLESS.& SANITARY. My masseuse, Shaniece, was amazing”), and Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts value (“we booked it through Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts, so between the benefits and discounted rate it ended up being a pretty good value”). A CANDID 3-star: “Great Hotel, disappointing stay. Great location and easy to get anywhere in DC. The hotel has a nice atmosphere, and we booked it through Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts, so between the benefits and discounted rate it ended up being a pretty good value. That[…]” (specifics of disappointment implied but not visible). Best for Salamander-Collection luxury travelers, Southwest-Waterfront-first spa-oriented weekends and Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts value seekers.
What Guests Are Saying
“I LOVED my room! I had a one bedroom suite and it was clean and BEAUTIFUL! I loved it so much from the gorgeous bathroom to the stunning living room area that I had to add another night to my stay. The hotel was not far from the train station so I had no issues with the short ride there. The hotel was very close to the Wharf which was beautiful and had plenty to do and plenty to eat. We really enjoyed La Vie since we were unable to try Dogon within the hotel. The hotel staff was very nice and friendly. So thankful to Jeremy and his team for making me feel welcome! I can’t wait to come back!” — Davina O., 5 stars
“This review is only for the Salamander SPA. The SPA, unlike the hotel room bathrooms, was SPOTLESS.& SANITARY. My masseuse, Shaniece, was amazing!! Shaniece was sweet, professional, & had extremely strong hands.She gave a wonderful deep tissue massage, and my skin was THE SOFTEST & MOST HYDRATED it’s ever been after the Zen Body Treatment Can’t wait to return!!” — Malu P., 5 stars
“The Salamander was centrally located where we could easily walk to the wharf as well as the Central Mall. The hotel was clean and new and the staff were friendly and welcoming and knowledgeable.” — A5839STjamesl, 5 stars
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- 4.4 rating (1,164 reviews) with 4.8 cleanliness + 4.7 location + 4.6 rooms
- Salamander SPA — SPOTLESS spa cleanliness and named masseuse Shaniece 5-star
- Pool + bicycles available + canoeing offsite + babysitting
- Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts benefits + Salamander-brand luxury
- 1-bedroom suite categories with gorgeous bathrooms and living-room areas
Cons:
- CANDID: 3-star “Great Hotel, disappointing stay” (specifics not visible)
- Value 4.3 softer subrating
- Valet parking only (no self-parking downtown)
- Legacy Jacuzzi in Room frontmatter not confirmed by TripAdvisor amenities — verify at booking
- Southwest Waterfront location — 10-15 min car to National Mall proper
The Location
At 1330 Maryland Avenue SW on the Southwest Waterfront near L Enfant Plaza (filed as “The Potomac Hotel” on TripAdvisor). You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.
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What guests are saying about Salamander Washington DC.
"I recently stayed three nights at the Salamander Washington, DC, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. The room was exceptionally comfortable, especially the bed, which made it easy to rest after long days of sightseeing. The bathroom was spotless and well-maintained, reflecting the hotel’s high standards of cleanliness and attention to detail. The food was outstanding, and I want to especially recognize Ms. Dolly for her warm, friendly, and attentive service. She truly made our dining experience memorable with her professionalism and genuine hospitality. The hotel’s location is another major highlight—perfectly situated within walking distance of many national museums and the vibrant DC Wharf area. It made exploring the city incredibly convenient and enjoyable. Overall, the Salamander Washington, DC delivered comfort, excellent service, and an ideal location. I would absolutely recommend it and look forward to staying again."
— Bryan Ki
View on Google"Had a wonderful stay here over thanksgiving weekend, had one of the studio suites which was beautifully appointed and always impeccably clean. Bathroom with a wonderful tub and shower separate was a highlight. Excellent staff and service at every level, and just a few minutes walk to the mall makes it a great location for typical sight-seeing."
— jkklingelhofer
View on Google"What a lovely hotel. The betting was extremely first class. I love the mattress and the robe. The area that it's situated is wonderful. We walked to the mall and we walked to the spy museum and the wharf. We did park two blocks away instead of the hotel though. It was $16 a night. The room was beautiful the staff was lovely The restaurant breakfast was very good, the service was a bit slow though. We did eat at Dogon which was exceptional. Jessica the concierge there was able to get us a last minute reservation. She was very helpful through our whole stay. It's definitely would stay there again."
— Mindy Berson
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