Salamander Washington DCvsThe Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.
Both properties are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. ranks marginally higher than Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC. The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. comes in at #4 in Washington DC with endorsements from 15 publications such as Concierge, Star Service and The Telegraph.
Salamander Washington DC Show All Reviews
1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
From $296/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This fabulously luxurious hotel is just a short walk from the National Mall and Smithsonian museums, a quick cab ride to the Capitol, and a Metro stop away from other parts of town." Full review
Concierge
"The sumptuous style, Eastern touches, cosseting service, and excellent food will come as no surprise to anyone who's stayed at a Mandarin Oriental."
Lonely Planet
"The Mandarin delivers about everything you’d expect: big-box swank, ridiculous levels of amenities, service that’s appropriate for a Roman emperor."
Oyster
Luxury
"Opened in 2004, the 400-room Mandarin Oriental has the best spa, pool, and fitness center in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Monumental views over the Potomac Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial are plentiful at this elegant hotel."
Gayot
"This hotel is located in Southwest DC with stunning views of the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial."
BlackBook
"What this luxury spot lacks in location it makes up for in everything else: The best rooms, the best food and one of the best spa experiences in the city."
Zagat
4.3
""Luxury beyond belief" lures sybarites to this "posh" and "pricey" "oasis of relaxation" distinguished by "exquisite" rooms and suites."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"A view of the water is rather unusual for a hotel in Washington, D.C. but Mandarin Oriental boasts an impressive one of the Tidal Basin, the southwest waterfront and the Jefferson Memorial." Full review
Jetsetter
"Mandarin Oriental’s location makes it an ideal home base for hitting the major tourist attractions." Full review
The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. Show All Reviews
3100 South St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20007
From $279/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This Ritz is exclusively small, designed like a sophisticated refuge in the middle of wild and woolly Georgetown. Privacy-seeking celebrities and romancing couples love it." Full review
Concierge
"The service is polished, and the spa is the only one in Washington with Prada treatments on its menu."
Oyster
Luxury
"Forget gilded mirrors. The 86-room Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, housed in an historic industrial building, has the original brick and steel beams and a cozy slate fireplace in the lobby." Full review
Star Service
"This notable hotel breaks this chain's straightforward mold. Intriguing public areas with historic resonance, exemplary service and large accommodations are the key here." Full review
BlackBook
"When they broke ground on this luxury hotel in the heart of Georgetown, the neighborhood’s pulse returned."
Zagat
4.3
""Setting the standard for luxury", this "intimate", "first-class" Georgetown venue is housed in a landmark, turn-of-the-century brick factory with an "opulent" and "modern" interior."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The upscale Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. sits on a quiet side street in the heart of Georgetown between the C&O Canal and the Potomac River." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
83.0
"This redbrick hotel with a smokestack mixes the Potomac’s industrial history with a sleek, modern design and "a superb location."" Full review
Gayot
"A movie theater and celebrity sightings are highlights at this luxe hotel in a historic Georgetown landmark."
Travel + Leisure
"As unlike its regal sister hotel downtown as it's possible to be, this converted 19th-century incinerator in the heart of Georgetown is low-key, modern, and above all, private." Full review