With a blend of charm, modern sophistication and a historic landmark setting, the Washington Marriott Wardman Park is the perfect choice... more »
With a blend of charm, modern sophistication and a historic landmark setting, the Washington Marriott Wardman Park is the perfect choice among luxury hotels in downtown Washington DC. Situated on 16 acres of gorgeously maintained gardens, this DC family hotel has hosted a long list of U.S. Presidents, dignitaries and other VIPs. With 1,335 guestrooms and suites, including 145 VIP suites, and an outdoor heated pool, this downtown Washington DC hotel is ideal for vacations to the Nation's Capital. Families will delight in the hotel's close proximity to the National Zoo and the National Cathedral. Meeting and conference planners will find the Washington Marriott Wardman Park a perfect Washington DC event venue for conferences and meetings. With 195,000 sq ft of total event space and 95,000 sq ft of exhibit space, this hotel can accommodate events of any size. Additionally, the comprehensive conference services and expert staff ensure that every event held at this hotel in downtown Washington DC is perfect.
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Located amid 16 lush acres in a park-like setting in northwest Washington, DC. The Marriott Wardman Park, a Washington DC hotel is the largest convention and business hotel in the Nation's Capital.
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Discover the perfect balance of landmark charm, modern sophistication, and a historic setting at the Wardman Park Marriott Hotel - a classic-favorite choice among downtown Washington DC hotels. Spanning 16 lush acres of flowering plants and meticulously maintained gardens, this inviting downtown DC luxury hotel boasts a storied guest list of U.S. presidents and dignitaries. Indulge in sumptuous comfort in one of our nearly 1335, guest rooms and suites - including 145 VIP suites. Planning a meeting or social function at this distinguished downtown Washington DC luxury hotel? Achieve optimum productivity with 173,000 square feet of total event space and comprehensive conference services. Afterward, unwind in our outdoor heated pool. Just minutes from the National Zoo and National Cathedral, this luxury hotel in downtown Washington DC is a showcase of grand tradition. Enjoy a time-honored legacy of elegance and service.
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Location. The Marriott Wardman Park Hotel occupies 16 acres of woodland and manicured gardens in Washington, D. C. This property stands within the Cleveland Park neighborhood and is located adjacent to a Metro station. Rock Creek Park is three blocks away. Hotel Features. A small lobby located in the Wardman building features parquet floors and French antiques. The main lobby is spacious with marble floors, a 40-foot-high Jeffersonian dome, and contemporary seating areas. Dining venues include Stone's Throw Restaurant that offers American-style buffet breakfasts. Steak and seafood entrées are served during lunch and dinner hours. The Woodley Market Gourmet Take Out restaurant serves Starbucks coffee and offers seasonal outdoor seating. Harry's Pub features English-pub décor and prepares casual fare. The Lobby Bar serves drinks and hors d-oeuvres. This property houses a Fed Ex Kinko's outlet and a business center with three computer stations. Six additional computer stations are located in the lobby. The hotel offers 175,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Recreational amenities include a 24-hour, complimentary fitness center equipped with television-mounted cardiovascular machines, weight machines, free weights and yoga balls. Spa treatments include detoxifying therapies and massage techniques such as Reiki and Hot Stone. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and a heated outdoor pool. Guestrooms. The Marriott Wardman Park Hotel offers 1,316 guestrooms distributed among three towers. Wardman Tower rooms feature French antique reproduction furniture. Bathrooms include pedestal sinks and vintage tile floors. Newer tower guestrooms reflect contemporary furnishings and offer features that include flat-panel televisions and connectivity panels. Bedding features 300-thread count linens, down comforters and six down pillows. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access is available for a fee. Expert Tip. The historic furniture housed in the Wardman rooms is virtually irreplaceable. Therefore, the hotel houses its own cabinetry shop where aging pieces are restored to their former glory.
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Very accommodating service.Parking
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Posted Mar 26, 2008
Excellent
Very accommodating service.Parking costs $30 a night! Nightmare! Had to find street parking and walk.“Great environment, room and service. Hated that you had to pay to park your...
The staff was so accommodating and our
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Posted Mar 23, 2008
Excellent
The staff was so accommodating and our room was in the charming Wardman Towers as opposed to the standard part of the hotel.There happens to be a standard (small rooms, boring decor) part of the hotel.“The hotel staff was responsive when we...
Ease of access and transportation.No
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Posted Mar 03, 2008
Excellent
Ease of access and transportation.No real problems.“This hotel is quiet and located in a very safe area. The amenities are very appropriate for the price and the staff very helpful and friendly. I will definitely stay there again...
Remodeled, comfortable room in
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Posted Mar 02, 2008
Excellent
Remodeled, comfortable room in standard, upscale business hotel.Bathroom was a little small, and the hot water took a very long time to come up, but it did!“Perfect for business travel, offered everything you need at a comfortable standard...
Hard to say. Everything seemed so grate.
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Posted Feb 29, 2008
Excellent
Hard to say. Everything seemed so grate. I love strong water jet/strong water pressure coming out of the shower.Housekeeper don't knock the strong enough before come in or to hear us allowing them or not to come in.“Have been there many timesand all ...
It is right next to the subway stop and
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Posted Feb 29, 2008
Excellent
It is right next to the subway stop and zoo.There are literally miles of corridors, easy to get lost.“This is an excellent hotel. The sheer size of it means almost needing a guide dog, but other than that its perfect for visiting Adams/Morgan and...
23 year old female with a moderate budget, traveling for business
This hotel was bad all around. The worst part of it was that we had to fight with the hotel manager to get the room rate promised to us when we checked in. Luckily they gave us a receipt when we checked in stating the price per night that we would be charged, or they would have made us pay over $500 more. They were rude to us when we complained about the rate charged to us. When we called down to the front desk it was always busy, so we had to use an outside cell phone to even get through. Once we did, and requested more towels, they never came. The rooms are small and crowded, except if you get put in the one nice tower. The temperature settings were horrible - either it was blasting air conditioning when you set it at 70 degrees or, if you moved it up 2 degrees, if would blast heat constantly. The coffee maker was broken. There were definitely no bath robes, as promised on the hotel fact sheet. And, although there was room for a mini fridge, there was none present. Definitely don't stay here, unless you want to have a frustrating visit.
46 year old male with a luxury budget, traveling for business
The Wardman is a hotel that is caught between three worlds that each offer a different experience and each have their pluses and minuses.
Having stayed at the hotel on a weekly basis for three months, I had the chance to understand the nuances and grow to appreciate them for what they are.
I developed a particular fondness to the Wardman Tower as it is the older building with spacious rooms, high ceilings and the charm of a hotel of the past. Having the ability to walk around my room(s)( as on numerous occasions I was placed in a suite or a room with a parlor), I found the experience to be luxurious as I was able to enjoy the balcony, and revel in the craftsmanship that went into the rooms (e.g. the moldings, the thick walls and doors and the furniture) opposed to the basic sheet rock of todays standard rooms. On the down side, there is a dearth of lighting and the windows need to be replaced as air and noise pass through freely. However, for the charm and space of an older building, I just adore the Tower.
The more modern building that is connected to the Tower is a basic slap them up hotel. It has new and modern furniture and conveniences (like the flat panel), but lacks both the space and charm of the Tower and I felt that I was in a courtyard as opposed to a premium Marriott property. For instance, the bathrooms are sooooooo small that you can not reach a towel from the shower without closing the door and yes, you can actually reach the towels that are under the sink from the shower. In addition, the walls are thin and noise carries, and the shapes of the room are odd where you may actually get a room with a window, that is looking at part of the roof. Overall, I hated the new building.
In the fall/winter of 2007 the hotel was under massive construction which I was not informed of as a guest or while making reservations. I loathed the fact that they started construction before 7AM (aprox 6:30) and detested that they did not inform me ahead of time nor could actually tell me when they are anticipating completing it. Having been moved to a quiet part of the building, I did not notice the construction and did not consider it a problem except when I was eating at the hotel restaurant A STONES THROW. As construction was being done on the area outside of the restaurant, it was alarming and annoying to hear a grinder or smell the grinding as I was trying to eat my breakfast. Having experienced it twice, I quit eating breakfast there (free or not). Again, as a guest they did not consider how this would impact us.
As for the food, A STONES THROW is OVER PRICED (regardless of the meal) and the food is mediocre at best. I would rather walk to one of the 15 restaurants at the base of the driveway than spend the money that they ask for something that lacks quality, ambiance and a professional dining experience.
The staff at the Wardman are nice, but far from JW, RENASSIANCE, Resort or RITZ quality. The people are pleasant, respectful and courteous, but lack the sense of following through or going out of their way for a guest (and this is coming from someone that spends on average 125 nights in Marriott hotels a year). There are a few people that exude that professionalism and make the stay worthehile (and obviously impkressed me enough to come back), but it hasn’t transcended all of the staff as there are obvious “lifers” or “wait until this shift is over” people that need to go. It’s about making a connection with your guests and their needs….some people get it and care ~others don’t.
Overall, it’s a good place and a decent stay. It’s a 190-250 per night hotel….however, nothing more than that. As for other Washington area Marriott, I have experienced those in Bethesda and downtown….there is a difference between staff, but I feel that overall the DC staff lacks some of the qualities of smaller hotels in other smaller cities
Great location, great amenities.Room
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Posted Jan 29, 2008
Excellent
Great location, great amenities.Room cold (even with thermostat); no blankets provided (but they were supplied when requested).“An attractive, full-service hotel in a great DC. Location! Only other complaint is that parking is very expensive and a...
The location was convenient to several
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Posted Jan 15, 2008
Good
The location was convenient to several restaurants, clubs and activities.The lobby and lower floors were under construction, which made for a loud experience.“The location of this hotel was great, very convenient to the Metro, zoo, and a short walk...
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