The Wharf is DC's Southwest Waterfront development, stretching along the Washington Channel between 6th and 9th Streets SW. Every hotel on this list occupies a physical address inside or immediately adjacent to that development. Selections balance guest satisfaction, star rating, and sustainability credentials, with priority given to properties that carry verified property-level certifications.
How we selected and ordered these hotels
Hotels with verified property-level sustainability certifications appear before those without. Within the same certification status, higher star ratings come first. Where star ratings match, the higher guest score wins. Every property on this list is on the Southwest Waterfront or within a 5-minute walk of the main Wharf piers. Properties outside that footprint, including hotels in Penn Quarter or Capitol Hill, appear on separate neighborhood pages.
The Wharf hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Nearest Metro (walk) | Sustainability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| InterContinental - Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG | 5 | 9.1 | Waterfront, 6 min | IHG Green Engage (property-level enrollment unverified) |
| Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf | 5 | 9.0 | Waterfront, 7 min | None verified |
| Canopy By Hilton Washington DC The Wharf | 4 | 8.8 | Waterfront, 8 min | None verified |
| Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf | 3 | 8.5 | Waterfront, 9 min | None verified |
| Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall | 3 | 8.2 | Waterfront, 7 min | None verified |
Getting around from The Wharf
- The Waterfront station on the WMATA Green Line is the closest Metro stop for every hotel on this list. Walk times range from 6 to 9 minutes depending on your hotel's position along the waterfront.
- Metrobus stops near 7th Street SW and connects you to the Mall in under 10 minutes.
- Water taxis depart from the District Pier and reach Alexandria, Virginia in roughly 20 minutes, which is a faster option than driving during peak hours.
Sustainability at The Wharf hotels
No hotel on this list carries a fully verified property-level certification such as LEED, Green Key, or EarthCheck that can be confirmed through a public registry. The InterContinental participates in IHG's Green Engage program, but enrollment data for this specific property is not publicly listed in a verifiable registry. Where sustainability credentials cannot be confirmed at the property level, this page notes that clearly rather than attributing brand-level programs to individual buildings. Travelers who prioritize verified eco credentials should check each hotel's own sustainability disclosures before booking.
The hotels
InterContinental - Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
801 Wharf Street SW
9.1967 reviews
6 min walk to Waterfront (Green)The highest guest score among 5-star properties physically on The Wharf, at 9.1, combined with a waterfront address at 801 Wharf Street SW, puts this hotel at the top of the list for travelers who want the full-service luxury experience inside the development.
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Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf
655 Water Street SW
9.0395 reviews
7 min walk to Waterfront (Green)A 5-star independent property at 655 Water Street SW with a 9.0 guest score, the Pendry fills the upscale independent segment on The Wharf and gives travelers an alternative to chain-affiliated luxury.
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Canopy By Hilton Washington DC The Wharf
975 7th Street SW
8.8540 reviews
8 min walk to Waterfront (Green)The top-rated 4-star option physically inside The Wharf development, with a 8.8 guest score and an address at 975 7th Street SW that keeps guests within the development's dining and entertainment corridor.
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Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
725 Wharf Street SW
8.53,586 reviews
9 min walk to Waterfront (Green)The highest-rated 3-star property with a Wharf address, scoring 8.5 from guests, and the only extended-stay format on this list, making it the practical mid-range pick for travelers who want in-room kitchen access inside the development.
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Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
400 E Street SW
8.2412 reviews
7 min walk to Waterfront (Green)At 400 E Street SW, this 3-star property is at the northern edge of the Southwest Waterfront corridor and gives budget-conscious travelers a 7-minute walk to the Waterfront Metro and a 0.35-mile walk to the main Wharf piers, making it the most accessible lower-price option in this geographic cluster.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotels are physically inside The Wharf development?＋
The InterContinental at 801 Wharf Street SW, the Pendry at 655 Water Street SW, the Canopy by Hilton at 975 7th Street SW, and the Hyatt House at 725 Wharf Street SW all have addresses inside the development. The Hyatt Place at 400 E Street SW is at the northern edge of the Southwest Waterfront corridor, about a 5-minute walk from the main piers.
What is the nearest Metro station to The Wharf hotels?＋
The Waterfront station on the WMATA Green Line is the closest stop for all five hotels. Walk times from each hotel range from 6 minutes at the InterContinental to 9 minutes at the Hyatt House, depending on the hotel's position along Wharf Street SW.
Do any Wharf hotels have verified sustainability certifications?＋
No hotel on this list holds a publicly verifiable property-level certification such as LEED, Green Key, or EarthCheck as of the time this page was compiled. The InterContinental participates in IHG's Green Engage program, but the specific property's enrollment score is not listed in a public registry. If sustainability certification is a firm requirement, contact each hotel directly for current documentation.
Which Wharf hotel is best for extended stays?＋
The Hyatt House at 725 Wharf Street SW is the only extended-stay format on this list. Rooms include kitchen facilities, which makes it the practical choice for stays longer than a few nights. It scores 8.5 from guests and is in the middle of the Wharf development.
Is there parking at The Wharf hotels?＋
The Wharf development has a shared parking garage accessible from Maine Avenue SW. Individual hotel parking policies vary, so confirm directly with your chosen property before arrival. The Waterfront Metro station is a short walk from every hotel on this list, which makes a car optional for most sightseeing.
How far is The Wharf from the National Mall?＋
The northern edge of the National Mall, near the Smithsonian museums on the Mall, is roughly a 15-minute walk from most Wharf hotels. Metrobus also stops near 7th Street SW and reaches the Mall in under 10 minutes.
