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Transformation of former Mandarin Oriental; new luxury spa and "Dōgon" restaurant. Tempo by Hilton Downtown Opened May 2025 278-key office conversion at 1776 K Street NW. Willard InterContinental Restored July 2025 Full restoration of 335 historic accommodations. CitizenM Georgetown Summer 2026
445 rooms; first Arlo in DC; rooftop pool with Capitol views. Salamander Washington DC Completed Dec 2024
Washington, D.C. Hotel Market Report: April 2026 The Washington, D.C. hospitality sector is currently navigating a period of continued pressure, characterized by a retreat in government-funded travel and persistent federal policy uncertainty. While the industry as a whole expects national guest spending to rise by 1.7% in 2026, the D.C. market remains under-performing for the second consecutive year. Market Performance & Trends washington*dc*hotels
Hotels are leveraging major national celebrations and local conferences to drive episodic occupancy gains:
Luxury hotels are the only segment expected to maintain or improve ADR. Suburban submarkets like Bethesda-College Park and Frederick-Rockville are currently outperforming the urban core. Transformation of former Mandarin Oriental; new luxury spa
Major gatherings such as the Points of Light Conference (June 22–25, 2026) are driving targeted demand in the Capitol Hill area. Key 2025–2026 Openings & Renovations
July 2026 events celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary are expected to provide a temporary lift in visitation. Specialized packages include the Watergate Hotel's $250,000 "America 250 Package". CitizenM Georgetown Summer 2026 445 rooms; first Arlo
Gross Operating Profit per Available Room (GOPPAR) remains at roughly 90% of 2019 levels due to elevated operating costs.