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Our take on The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
“The former Mandarin Oriental, run by Sheila Johnson's Salamander from 2022 and part of Marriott's Autograph Collection since August 2026: a serious spa and indoor pool, and the Tidal Basin's cherry trees a short walk away.”
The hotel
About The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
Located in Southwest Waterfront, Salamander Washington DC offers luxury accommodation with stunning city or water views. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, marble bathrooms with a deep soaking bathtub, and a separate shower.
Indulge in ultimate relaxation at Salamander Spa, featuring an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, plunge pool, and a fitness centre. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa experience during your stay.
Situated just 730 metres from the L'Enfant Plaza Metro station, Salamander Washington DC provides easy access to all national monuments. With a short 12-minute drive to Ronald Reagan National Airport, your travel convenience is guaranteed.
Rooms and suites
Where you'll stay at The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
Deluxe King Room
- 37 m² · 398 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 2
Deluxe Water View King Room
- 37 m² · 398 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 2
Deluxe Double Queen Room
- 37 m² · 398 sq ft
- 2 queen beds
- Sleeps 4
Deluxe One Bedroom Suite
- 57 m² · 614 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed or 1 sofa bed
- Sleeps 4
Deluxe Water View Double Queen Accessible Room
- 37 m² · 398 sq ft
- 2 queen beds
- Sleeps 4
Premier Water View One Bedroom Suite
- 62 m² · 667 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 5
Amenities
What's on site
Pool & wellness
- Fitness facilities
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- Spa/wellness center
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast in the room
Internet & work
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Business center
- Tour desk
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Parking & transport
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Accessible parking
- Parking garage
Family
- Family rooms
- Babysitting/child services
- Kid meals
Accessibility
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Wheelchair accessible
Services
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Safety deposit box
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Currency exchange
- Daily housekeeping
General
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Soundproof rooms
- Canoeing
- Non-smoking throughout
- Sun terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Board games/puzzles
- Special diet menus - on request
- Allergy-free room
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Guest reviews
What guests say
9.0Excellent · 729 guest reviews
Guests praiseExceptional customer serviceHigh-quality dining experience
- Cleanliness
- 9.0
- Service
- 9.4
- Location
- 8.5
- Room Quality
- 9.4
- Amenities
- 8.5
- Value for Money
- 8.9
- Food and Beverage
- 9.5
- Overall Experience
- 8.9
Great stay at the Salamander
“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.”
Guest scores and reviews as published on our live-rates booking platform. Facts and guest scores checked November 2026.
Good to know
Planning a stay at The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
- Address
- 1330 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington 20024
- Check-in and check-out
- Check-in from 4:00 PM
- Nearest airport
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
House rules
- Please note, only dogs are allowed as pets at the property.
- Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in.
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