TL;DR

Rare boutique option: A true design-forward hotel in DC’s Southwest waterfront.
Pendry style: Combines comfort with a bold, contemporary touch.
Light-filled spaces: Rooms, lobby, and rooftop pool feel bright and airy.
Counterpoint: Refreshingly modern in a city of tradition and stately charm.
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In a city really known for small, design-forward hotels with epic waterfront, this eye-catching Washington DC boutique hotel sure stands out.

The US-based Pendry chain is a reliable source of comfort and style, but it doesn’t always challenge the status quo.

It turns out Washington DC is just the place for the brand to shine.

The Pendry DC architecture looks cool from the outside, but it’s worth a visit for much more than novelty.

The standard of luxury is spot-on, and all that glass does have a purpose.

Rooms, lobbies, rooftop pools, they’re all airy and bright, making the entire hotel feel free and weightless.

In a city of dark corners and stately homes, it’s a lovely counterpoint.

What are the rooms like?

Number of rooms: 131.
Spacious basics: Standard rooms start at 300+ sq ft with stylish seating areas.
Historic nod: Steel four-poster Kings playfully reference 1770s design.
Best views: Suites and higher categories feature multiple windows and river vistas.
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Your basic room at Pendry Washington DC is a little over 300 square feet, nice and roomy with seating areas and stylish modern design.

Steel four-poster Kings feel like a cheeky salute to 1770s design aesthetic.

We recommend skipping the Basic and Partial view options, if you can, and settling for nothing less than multiple picture windows offering gorgeous views of the river and 380-530 square feet of space.

The same rule applies to suites.

Each room offers large HDTVs and notably comfortably seating, Bluetooth speakers, coffee machines, and mini bars.

We told you they knew how to do comfort.

Bathrooms are stunning, sumptuous marble with brass furnishing and more than one bathtub offers a view.

MiN New York provides Pendry with luxury yet refillable toiletries for that extra eco touch.

What are prices like?

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And what’s the food like? Any facilities we should know about?

Multiple dining options: Bar Pendry, Moonraker rooftop, and Pool Terrace.
Rooftop pool: Chic daybeds, cabanas, and sweeping riverside views.
Wellness focus: Eucalyptus steam rooms, rainfall showers, and a full spa menu.
Fitness included: 24-hour gym overlooking the river.
Japanese-inspired brunch: Combines sushi bar with American classics.

You’ve got the hotel chain’s fixture, Bar Pendry, an accommodating offering that adapts to whatever city it is in.

Pendry DC’s hotel bar has a vaguely art-deco feel, with a sultry collection of candles and warm lights that hint at clandestine meetings and espionage.

Moonraker goes full contemporary, giving rooftop chic and a Japanese-inspired menu for everything but breakfast.

This means Brunch is a delightful amalgam of light American breakfast and sushi bar, and it’s not to miss.

While we’re on the roof, let’s talk about the pool. A phalanx of chic daybeds surrounds a spacious pool set next to lush riverside views.

Private cabanas and dining service from The Pool Terrace are offered seasonally.

The only part of the hotel without a stunning view makes up for it with eucalyptus steam rooms, rainfall showers, and a spa treatment menu.

The Pendry Spa has options for pregnancy, couples, CBD enthusiasts, and, of course, those who like the classics.

There is also a 24-hour fitness center by the pool with much more style than your typical hotel treadmill. And ten times the view.

How is the neighborhood? Anything interesting nearby?

Prime location: Just minutes from the National Mall and Smithsonian museums.
Historic highlights: Easy access to Lincoln Memorial and African American History Museum.
Nightlife nearby: Metro links to Adams Morgan and Dupont Circle.
Convenient transit: Drive, metro, or walk to most of DC’s key spots.

Pendry DC’s location is superb, an easy drive, short metro ride or 20-minute walk to the National Mall and most of Washington DC’s main attractions.

Lined by the Smithsonian’s collection of world-class museums, the Mall includes something fascinating for everyone.

The National Gallery with its incredible art collection is there, plus dinosaur and gem-filled Natural History, Air and Space for the stargazers.

There’s also a veritable buffet of options for people who like history, such as the Museum of African American History and Culture, the Lincoln Memorial, and many more.

Hop on the subway at Waterfront to head north for some Adams Morgan nightlife or some local flair in Dupont Circle.

From there you can head almost anywhere in the city.

And what about the reviews? What did other guests think?

Some things guests liked:

”The design of the room was very unique. The pool area was very nice and for our 25th wedding anniversary they provided wine, chocolate covered strawberries which was nice. The shower unit was excellent…..

”It was a wonderful stay here. The staff, from the manager to the pool staff were simply excellent and very friendly and helpful. Everyone at reception was really great too. We had the bikes to ride twice, very good. The room was great with a great view of the harbor. All in all, a great stay…..”

Some things guests didn’t like:

”The only thing we found too much was the somewhat strange pool lounger costs and the fact that the wellness centre has made the opening hours very flexible…..”

”Rooms were a bit on the small side for the Money. The door to the shower conflicts with the door into the bathroom. They were still fantastic but the 2 queen rooms didn’t have a lot of room for a desk or other area to do work. Bar area in room is small…..”

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