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The Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is located at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., in the heart of Washington's capital district. The hotel occupies the historic Old Post Office building, a landmark structure completed in 1899 in the Richardsonian Romanesque style. Positioned adjacent to the Federal Triangle Metro station, the hotel combines architectural heritage with convenient access to the city's government, cultural, and business centers.
Check availability Official websiteThe Waldorf Astoria Washington DC occupies the Old Post Office building, an iconic structure originally constructed between 1892 and 1899. The building was designed in the Richardsonian Romanesque style and originally served as Washington D.C.'s main federal post office. The structure underwent major renovations before its conversion to a hotel in 2016, reopening as the Waldorf Astoria in June 2022. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a contributing property to the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site.
The building features a prominent 315-foot clock tower that is the third tallest structure in Washington D.C. excluding radio towers. The tower's observation level provides panoramic views of the city and its surroundings. The building's interior preserves distinctive architectural features including a glass-walled atrium with multiple balcony levels spanning 10 floors, which were originally designed to maximize interior light and facilitate supervision when the structure served government offices.
The hotel's Pennsylvania Avenue location places it adjacent to the Federal Triangle Metro station, providing direct access to Washington D.C.'s primary public transportation network. This positioning connects guests rapidly to all major districts and attractions throughout the capital. The location also places the hotel within walking distance of other verified luxury hotels including the JW Marriott Washington (0.4 km away), Conrad Hotel Washington DC (0.8 km), Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square (0.9 km), Hay–Adams Hotel (1.1 km), and The St. Regis Washington D.C. (1.2 km).
The hotel is located at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C., in the historic Old Post Office building.
Yes, the hotel is adjacent to the Federal Triangle Metro station, which provides access to Washington D.C.'s Metro system and connections throughout the city.
The building was originally constructed as a post office between 1892 and 1899 in the Richardsonian Romanesque style. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a contributing property to the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site.
Yes, the building's 315-foot clock tower features an observation level that offers panoramic views of Washington D.C. and its surroundings.
Nearby verified luxury hotels include the JW Marriott Washington (0.4 km away), Conrad Hotel Washington DC (0.8 km), Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square (0.9 km), Hay–Adams Hotel (1.1 km), and The St. Regis Washington D.C. (1.2 km).
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