El Centro

Iconic riverfront hotel with contemporary rooms & suites, plus a rooftop bar, fine dining & a spa. Overlooking the Potomac River on one side and the Kennedy Center on the other, this upscale-chic, landmark hotel is a mile from the Lincoln Memorial. Featuring river or city views, the serene, stylish rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines and minibars. Suites add separate living rooms with pull-out sofas; some have fireplaces, balconies and/or kitchens. Room service is available 24/7. There's a sophisticated restaurant, a rooftop bar and lounge, and a refined whisky bar with a striking, curved wall of illuminated bottles. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a fitness center and a ballroom, plus a spa.

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