Rosewood Washington, D.C.
Celebrate the inauguration with friends in the intimacy of the Georgetown hotel’s presidential suite or historical townhouses. The package includes accommodations, overnight parking for one vehicle, a catered in-room screening of the ceremony for up to six people (including equipment), an intimate “inaugural ball” in the private dining room and themed welcome and turndown amenities. There is a minimum three-night, non-refundable stay required, the package starts at $5,000 per night for the presidential suite and $4,000 per night for a townhouse. // 1050 31st St. NW, Washington, DC
The Watergate Hotel
The legendary hotel (pictured above) intrinsically linked to political history looks forward to welcoming guests for inauguration 2021. Guests will be able to enjoy all of the property’s offerings, including cocktails at the sleek and swanky lounge The Next Whisky Bar, refined dining at Kingbird Restaurant, restorative and relaxing treatments at Argentta Spa and workouts in the fitness center and indoor pool. Rates during this time period start at $1,099 per night with a three-night minimum stay requirement; reservations are pre-paid and non-refundable. // 2650 Virginia Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Mandarin Oriental Washington D.C.
Those who want to be surrounded by the action should stay at this luxury hotel located along DC’s revitalized Southwest Waterfront. Staff will assist guests with security and COVID-19 protocols for the swearing-in ceremony, which will take place a short walk away on the National Mall. In addition, a nightly commemorative gift will be placed in each guestroom, based on a minimum three-night stay with arrival on Jan. 17 or 18; deluxe rooms start at $1,195 per night. // 1330 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC
InterContinental DC The Wharf
If you are looking for a luxury hotel that’s within walking distance of the inaugural parade and swearing-in ceremony, book a room at this waterfront “urban resort” destination that offers a break from the crowds yet is still convenient and accessible to the events surrounding the inauguration. Packages and rates are still being finalized, so contact the hotel for more details. // 801 Wharf St. SW, Washington, DC
The Willard InterContinental
Since 1853, the Willard has welcomed almost every U.S. president. Located two blocks from The White House and on the inaugural parade route, this storied hotel is at the center of it all, offering a unique vantage point to witness history. Book one of its 335 guest rooms including 69 spacious suites with views of the route, or host a viewing party. The hotel is still finalizing details for the 2021 events, contact them for more information. // 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC
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