Understated Luxe, Discovery & Allure

A Luxurious Hotel
Destination at The Wharf
on D.C.’s Waterfront

InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf is the newest addition to the reimagined Wharf neighborhood. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away from America’s political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river’s edge.

Experience the Season

From exclusive dining to waterfront festivities, the best of D.C. is happening here.

Willowsong Awaits
The Mid-Atlantic’srich farmlands, pristine waters, and vibrant seasons have shaped American cuisine for centuries. At Willowsong, Chef Jeffery Williams brings this tradition to lifewith a constantly evolving menu, spotlighting the region’s finest farms, fisheries, wineries, and distilleries all just moments from D.C.
Thoughtful, seasonal, and effortlessly refined, it’s dining for every occasion or none at all.
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Experience The Spa at
The Wharf InterContinental
on D.C.’s Waterfront

Step into a sanctuary designed for holistic well-being, where personalized treatments and intuitive care restore balance to mind and body. Whether you’re indulging in self-care, seeking rejuvenation, or creating cherished moments with loved ones, our spa is your escape to tranquility.

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We’re Proud to Be Ranked #6 in Washington, D.C.

InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf has been named
#6 in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2025. We’re grateful to our guests for this recognition.

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Rooms & Suites

A Stay with Benefits – Curated Just for You.
Enjoy discerning comforts, tailored values, and signature perks that transform your stay into something truly exceptional – all through your daily amenity fee ($35 + tax daily)

Signature Bottled Water (Available Daily)
Small-Batch Morning Lobby Coffee, Fine Teas & Daily Delighters
High-Speed Internet Access in guest rooms and public areas
10% Discount Lunch & Dinner at Willow Song & In-room dining
10% Discount at The Spa at InterContinental
Exclusive Discounts at select Wharf retailers and restaurants
Shoe Shine Service
Business Services: Printing, Copying & Faxing assistance

King Rooms

A captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, our King Rooms welcome guests to a world of Urban Retreat elegance, paying homage to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting.

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Double Queen Rooms

Our Double Queen rooms feature a contemporary décor accented by nautical and industrial motifs.

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Suites

Residentially styled with ample living space, InterContinental Washington D.C.’s – The Wharf presents a rich and luxurious suite environment bathed in natural light.

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Discover The Wharf

Washington’s next great meeting place has finally arrived. The Wharf brings dazzling water views, hot new restaurants, year-round entertainment, and waterside style all together in one inspiring location. It’s the most exciting neighborhood in the history of the nation’s capital.

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Voices of Our Guests

#5 in Best Washington, D.C. Hotels by U.S. News & World Report, 2026

4.5 |
1748 Google Reviews Write a Review

Karen Vasquez in the last week
I had a wonderful experience at the spa! I want to give a special thanks to Sarah at the front desk and Prides for their exceptional attention and care. They made my birthday visit truly special with their excellent service.

Jewell Jones in the last week
My husband and I stayed at the Intercontinental to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. Everything was top tier from arrival to departure. We were greeted by valet and the bellhop in a most excellent way; opened our car door, greeted with a warm genuine smile, and welcomed to the hotel. Next, we were checked in by Trey who provided every level of detail to make our stay was wonderful and told us of the happenings-Cherry Blossom celebration on the rooftop was beautiful. Our room was beyond our expectation, elevated luxury with a professional flare. Each day of our stay, we were warmly greeted by the front desk and valet team. Housekeeping was exceptional as well. The young lady that worked our area clearly cared about her work and upholding the IHG standards. The person that checked us out (I forgot to confirm the name- Erinn I think. Tall young man with locs) was helpful, managing the checkout process with ease. What’s especially lovely, is being remembered by face. Everyone was friendly. My husband and I have agreed to make this our annual anniversary celebration stay. Thank you for helping to make our time a beautiful memory 💗

Derek Tranchina in the last week
A wonderful hotel and great service from the staff! Special thanks to Aidan who helped make the trip an amazing experience for me and my family.

Paul Trelc in the last week
Here on points with my wife and son and daughter-in-law during the cherry blossom festival. We had a wonderful time. The hotel was fabulous. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and they went well above and beyond our expectations for service. For example, I failed to make a dinner reservation at one of The Wharf's best restaurants on the busiest night of the year but the concierge pulled some strings for us and got us the best table in the house for a party of six! The boardwalk is right outside the front door. The views are spectacular. It's a little bit of a walk to the metro but the Lyft fairs were super cheap at the time of our visit ($11 to get to the capitol building). It was cool and a little windy on the wharf so bring layers, especially if you're coming for the festival in late March. Washington DC is an amazing place for tourism as there are sooo many things to see and we are very happy to have chosen the Intercontinental Wharf hotel for our lodging.

Jerome Dazzell in the last week
Dined here for brunch. Selburn, was so attentive, patient and just awesome.