New Hotels in Washington , DC
At Stay In The New, we track every new hotel opening and major renovation across the nation's capital — from the Arlo DC's landmark 1882 transformation and Salamander's two-story luxury spa to Tempo by Hilton arriving on K Street and citizenM's Georgetown waterfront debut in 2026.
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Recently Opened & Renovated Hotels in Washington, DC
New openings, landmark transformations, and major renovations across the District — from Georgetown and Union Market to Downtown and the Wharf.
Opened Nov 2024 · Historic Landmark
Judiciary Square · 444 4th St NW · DC's Most Architecturally Distinctive New Hotel
Arlo Washington DC
One of the most architecturally compelling new hotel openings in DC in years — Arlo Washington DC incorporates the historic 1882 Harrison Apartments into a sleek modern 12-story addition near Judiciary Square. The 445-room lifestyle hotel blends century-old bones with contemporary design throughout. ART DC is the rooftop destination — a year-round bar and pool with sweeping views of the Capitol and Washington Monument. Arrels, the ground-floor Spanish restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Pepe Moncayo, brings Barcelona's culinary energy to Penn Quarter. Steps from the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and the DC Circulator. A genuinely new kind of DC hotel experience.
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Opened 2025 · Marriott Tribute Portfolio
Canal House of Georgetown, Tribute Portfolio
A boutique arrival tailor-made for Georgetown's historic character — Canal House incorporates a former office building and adjacent rowhouses along the C&O Canal, with distinctive slanted windows framing canal views throughout. 107 rooms plus two private 2-bedroom rowhouse suites with full kitchens. The C+O Lounge and private courtyard create an intimate atmosphere unlike anything else in DC's hotel scene. Marriott Tribute Portfolio flag ensures independent character with Bonvoy points. Rated 4.7 stars.
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Opened May 2024
Hotel Nell — Union Market
A design-forward boutique arrival in DC's most vibrant emerging neighborhood — Hotel Nell opened May 2024 in the former Bolgiano Seed Company building in Union Market. 106 rooms with curated design throughout, anchored by the Treehouse Rooftop lounge with open-air views of the District. Union Market puts guests steps from DC's best chef-driven restaurants, independent retailers, and weekend markets. A genuine discovery for travelers who want a fresh DC hotel outside the downtown corridor.
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Opened Aug 2025
Hyatt House Washington DC Downtown Convention Center
One of the newest branded hotels in Washington DC — Hyatt House opened August 2025 in the Shaw neighborhood, steps from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. 184 extended-stay suites with full kitchens, complimentary hot breakfast daily, a rooftop bar with DC skyline views, fitness center, and free parking. World of Hyatt points on every stay. The strongest new extended-stay option in the Convention Center corridor and one of the best-valued new hotels in the city for longer visits.
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Newly Transformed · 5-Star
Salamander Washington DC
The most comprehensive luxury hotel transformation in recent DC history — Salamander Washington DC emerged from a complete redesign of the former Mandarin Oriental on the Southwest Waterfront. Interior designer Thomas Pheasant reimagined every space. The two-story Salamander Spa is the crown jewel. Dōgon — the acclaimed restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi — brings some of DC's most celebrated cuisine to the property. From $403/night. The new five-star benchmark for DC luxury.
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Value Picks — New Hotels in Washington DC Under $300
Newly opened and recently refreshed mid-scale hotels in DC — fresh rooms and great locations without the luxury price tag.
Opened May 2025
Downtown · Near McPherson Square
Mint House Washington DC Downtown
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Opened 2024
Rebranded Sept 2024
Downtown · Near White House · McPherson Square
The Quincy Hotel, Ascend Collection
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Washington DC Hotels Opening Soon
New hotel developments and anticipated openings coming to the nation's capital — from Georgetown's waterfront to Capitol Hill and beyond.
citizenM Georgetown
citizenM's first Washington DC property targets a 2026 opening along the Georgetown waterfront at Water Street NW — converting a 100-year-old building into 230 modern rooms with the brand's signature tech-forward, design-led approach. Floor-to-ceiling windows, XL king beds, and the social Living Room lobby citizenM is known for globally. Georgetown waterfront location puts guests steps from M Street shopping, the C&O Canal, and DC's best restaurant corridor. citizenM Loyalty points on every stay.
Check back for updates as opening approachesThe Hoya Hotel at Georgetown University
A boutique hotel reopening on the Georgetown University campus following a full renovation of the Leavey Center — 146 redesigned rooms, 13,000 sq ft of meeting and event space, and a prime location inside one of America's most storied university campuses. Targeting a summer 2026 opening. A unique DC stay for travelers who want a quieter, campus-adjacent experience with easy access to Georgetown's restaurants and the National Mall via the DC Circulator.
Check back for updates as opening approachesARC Hotel Washington DC, Series by Marriott
One of the first properties to open under Marriott's brand-new Series by Marriott flag — ARC Hotel is coming to Foggy Bottom in 2026, steps from the Kennedy Center and George Washington University. Series by Marriott is Marriott's newest soft brand designed for independent hotels with distinctive local character and Marriott Bonvoy points. ARC Hotel will bring a fresh identity to one of DC's most visited neighborhoods. Details to follow as the opening approaches.
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New Hotels in Washington, DC
Washington DC's hotel market has seen one of its most active development cycles in recent memory — new boutique openings, landmark transformations, and fresh lifestyle brands arriving across the District. If you're searching for new hotels in Washington DC, recently opened hotels near the National Mall, or what's opening soon in the nation's capital, this page tracks every significant new opening, renovation, and pipeline development across Georgetown, Downtown, Union Market, Shaw, and the Southwest Waterfront.
The most architecturally distinctive new hotel in DC is Arlo Washington DC — opened November 2024 near Judiciary Square, incorporating the historic 1882 Harrison Apartments into a sleek modern 12-story addition. 445 rooms, the ART DC year-round rooftop bar and pool with Capitol and Monument views, and Arrels restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Pepe Moncayo. In Georgetown, Canal House of Georgetown, Tribute Portfolio opened in 2025 — 107 rooms along the C&O Canal with distinctive slanted canal-view windows, a private courtyard, and two 2-bedroom rowhouse suites. Marriott Bonvoy eligible.
In Union Market, Hotel Nell opened May 2024 in the former Bolgiano Seed Company building with 106 rooms and the Treehouse Rooftop lounge. Hyatt House Washington DC Downtown Convention Center opened August 2025 in Shaw with 184 extended-stay suites, free hot breakfast, and a rooftop bar. For luxury transformations, Salamander Washington DC emerged from a complete reimagining of the former Mandarin Oriental — Thomas Pheasant interiors, a two-story spa, and Dōgon restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi. And Tempo by Hilton Washington DC Downtown opened in 2026 at 1776 K Street NW with 278 rooms, a rooftop, and Bluestone Lane café.
Looking ahead, citizenM Georgetown is converting a 100-year-old building along the Georgetown waterfront into 230 rooms targeting a 2026 opening. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown University is reopening the Leavey Center with 146 redesigned rooms for summer 2026. And ARC Hotel Washington DC, Series by Marriott brings one of the first properties under Marriott's newest brand to Foggy Bottom. We update this page as new hotels open and pipeline projects are confirmed.
Questions About New Hotels in Washington, DC
The most recently opened properties in Washington DC include Tempo by Hilton Washington DC Downtown, which opened in 2026 at 1776 K Street NW with 278 rooms, a rooftop bar, and Bluestone Lane café, and Hyatt House Washington DC Downtown Convention Center, which opened August 2025 in Shaw with 184 extended-stay suites and a rooftop bar. For boutique openings, Arlo Washington DC opened November 2024 incorporating the 1882 Harrison Apartments near Judiciary Square, and Canal House of Georgetown, Tribute Portfolio opened in 2025 along the C&O Canal.
Arlo Washington DC is a 445-room lifestyle hotel that opened November 2024 near Judiciary Square, incorporating the historic 1882 Harrison Apartments into a new modern 12-story addition. The hotel features ART DC — a year-round rooftop bar and pool with sweeping views of the Capitol and Washington Monument — and Arrels, a ground-floor Spanish restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Pepe Moncayo. Located steps from the National Mall and Smithsonian museums, it's one of the most architecturally distinctive new hotels to open in Washington DC in years.
Yes — Canal House of Georgetown, Tribute Portfolio opened in 2025 as a 107-room boutique hotel along the C&O Canal, incorporating a former office building and adjacent rowhouses. Distinctive slanted windows frame canal views throughout, and the property includes the C+O Lounge, a private courtyard, and two 2-bedroom rowhouse suites. Marriott Bonvoy points eligible. Additionally, citizenM Georgetown is targeting a 2026 opening along the Georgetown waterfront at Water Street NW with 230 rooms, and The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown University is reopening the Leavey Center with 146 redesigned rooms for summer 2026.
The former Mandarin Oriental Washington DC on the Southwest Waterfront was completely transformed into Salamander Washington DC. The comprehensive redesign by interior designer Thomas Pheasant reimagined every space including a new lobby, a two-story luxury Salamander Spa, and the acclaimed Dōgon restaurant by James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi. Now a five-star property from approximately $403/night, it represents the most significant luxury hotel transformation on the Southwest Waterfront in recent DC history.
Several significant new hotels are targeting 2026 openings in Washington DC. citizenM Georgetown is converting a 100-year-old building along the Georgetown waterfront into 230 rooms. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown University is reopening the Leavey Center with 146 redesigned rooms targeting summer 2026. ARC Hotel Washington DC, Series by Marriott is coming to Foggy Bottom as one of the first properties under Marriott's newest soft brand. Tempo by Hilton Washington DC Downtown also just opened in 2026 at 1776 K Street NW. We update this page as timelines are confirmed.
For boutique hotels, Canal House of Georgetown, Tribute Portfolio stands out — 107 rooms along the C&O Canal with distinctive architecture, a private courtyard, and Marriott Bonvoy points. Hotel Nell in Union Market opened May 2024 in the former Bolgiano Seed Company building with 106 design-forward rooms and the Treehouse Rooftop lounge. Arlo Washington DC offers 445 rooms with the ART DC rooftop pool near the National Mall. For smaller-scale boutique experiences, SIXTY DC has 73 rooms on Connecticut Avenue near Dupont Circle with a Mediterranean rooftop bar and retro cocktail lounge.
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