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Design hotels with pools in Washington

Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.

Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. 10 hotels
Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC

Washington 2024 $$

Historic brick archways meet a twelve-story addition, with penny-tiled bathrooms and custom lighting. Seasonal outdoor rooftop pool, four feet deep, maintained at 72 to 80°F. Registered hotel guests only; one outdoor shower.

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Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Social Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Social Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here. The whole shorthand →
Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown

Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown

West End, Washington $$$

Washington’s street geometry becomes suspended metallic forms above a sculptural U-shaped lobby bar. 50-foot indoor saltwater lap pool and whirlpool, with complimentary access for hotel guests.

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Wellness Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Wellness Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →
Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC

Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC

Washington 2024 $$$$

Classical west wing rooms meet Parisian touches in the lobby and grand staircase. Indoor, two-lane, temperature-controlled saline lap pool; hot soaking tub; private cold plunge; couples’ treatment suite bathtub for two.

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Luxe Gold Extremely rare. Sets the global standard. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Wellness Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Wellness Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand →
Hotel Zena Washington DC

Hotel Zena Washington DC

Washington 2020 $$

A monumental Ruth Bader Ginsburg portrait assembles 20,000 hand-painted tampons into feminist art. Seasonal outdoor rooftop pool with lounge chairs and three bookable open-air cabanas. Ordinary pool access is restricted to registered guests; special ticketed events have separate access terms.

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Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Social Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here. The whole shorthand → Local Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Local Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay. The whole shorthand →
Park Hyatt Washington D.C.

Park Hyatt Washington D.C.

West End, Washington $$$

Twin glass boxes frame ethereal cherry blossoms, while custom Vermont rocking chairs soften the lobby. Skylit indoor saltwater swimming pool with a separate whirlpool. Dimensions are not established.

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Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Social Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Social Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here. The whole shorthand →
Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

The Wharf, Washington $$$

An inverted pyramid frames river views; Moonraker pairs striped floors with a circular bar. Seasonal outdoor heated saltwater pool on the second-floor terrace, with cabanas and a separate heated whirlpool. Pool dimensions not established.

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Wellness Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Wellness Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →
Rosewood Washington, D.C.

Rosewood Washington, D.C.

Georgetown, Washington $$$$

A double-height library pairs deep velvet seating with antique mirrors and a chandelier. Heated indoor/outdoor rooftop pool, open year-round from dawn until dusk for hotel guests. Built-in fireplace, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. Townhouses have deep soaking bathtubs.

Lively

Luxe Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand →
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, Washington $$$

Dōgon’s entrance chains reference Benjamin Banneker’s surveying equipment, giving arrival a sculptural flourish. 50-foot heated indoor lap pool. Swimming access pauses during booked Floating Sound Bath experiences.

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Wellness Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Wellness Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Social Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here. The whole shorthand →
The Watergate Hotel

The Watergate Hotel

Foggy Bottom, Washington $$$

A 46-foot brass reception desk echoes the building’s curves beneath sculptural metal installations. Heated indoor saltwater pool, original to the hotel, plus whirlpool. Pool and spa amenities operate daily from 6am to 9pm.

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Heritage Gold Extremely rare. Sets the global standard. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Wellness Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Wellness Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand →
Viceroy Washington DC

Viceroy Washington DC

Logan Circle, Washington $$$

A graphic mural spans ten stories; jungle patterned walls enliven the Salon. Seasonal outdoor rooftop pool with an adjoining deck. Swimming is restricted to registered guests and unavailable during evening bar operation.

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Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Social Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here. The whole shorthand → Local Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Local Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay. The whole shorthand →