Friday, September 16, 2011

The Willard InterContinental Washington, DC, United States

The Willard InterContinental
Washington, DC, United States





Style: Classic Luxury. Built: 1901. Remodeled: 2006. Rooms: 332. Suites: 40.

A shining jewel in the heart of Washington DC, the Willard InterContinental Hotel gracefully blends tradition and luxury with contemporary amenities and service. Offering a superb location, extensive meeting facilities, and elegant private and public space, the Willard ranks among the world's great historic hotels.

The Willard Hotel combines a majestic decor with all the features expected by today's business and leisure travelers. This award-winning grand landmark offers wireless high speed Internet in all guest rooms and public areas, gift shop, business center and fitness center.

The I Spa at the Willard provides guests with a rejuvenating world class spa experience. Enjoy sumptuous fine dining in the prestigious Willard Room, or casual dining in Cafe 1401 followed by a specialty drink and dessert at the Round Robin Bar. New in 2007 - Cafe du Parc!

This Washington DC hotel, which features 19,891 square feet of elegant function space and a large pre-function area, is a preferred site for glittering galas, sophisticated receptions and noteworthy events. Its 16 stately, well-appointed function rooms are equipped with the latest support systems.

Awards

Conde Nast Award Winner
Tennis Courts Nearby
Multiple options
Shopping
Penn Quarter and Georgetown within 1 mile of hotel
Jogging & Running
The National Mall is two blocks from the hotel
Ice Skating
Pershing Park in front of the hotel, Sculpture Gardens on the National Mall (seasonal)
Hiking
Rock Creek Park
Golfing
Hains Point and multiple options in the DC Metro Area
Golf Driving Range
Hains Point approximately 1 mile from hotel
Fishing - Fly
Permits are required for the Potomac River
Boating
Rentals on the Potomac River
Biking, Touring
Biking along the C&O Canal is a popular activity in D.C.
Spa Facility
I Spa at the Willard
Pets Allowed
Pets are allowed, but restrictions apply
Child Programs
Welcome backpacks upon arrival for children
High Speed Internet
Wireless and hard connection
Fitness Center
24 Hour Complimentary Access
Fine Dining Nearby
Multiple options within a few blocks of the hotel
Fine Dining on Site
Willard Room (fine dining restaurant open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Note Bene
History gallery on property highlighting vast historical signifigance of the hotel. The Willard is where Abraham Lincoln and his family resided prior to his Inauguration, where Julia Ward Howe wrote the 'Battle Hymn of the Republic', where President Grant coined the term lobbyist, and where Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. finished his 'I Have a Dream Speech'.
Recommended Rooms
Oversized guestrooms with traditional decor
Hotel Address

The Willard InterContinental
1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington , DC 20004
United States