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Salamander Washington DC vs JW Marriott Washington, DC

Both hotels are praised by travel writers. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC scores significantly better than JW Marriott Washington, DC. Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC is ranked #5 in Washington DC with praise from 15 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, BlackBook and Forbes Travel Guide.

Salamander Washington DC
Salamander Washington DC
8 / 10
1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
From $296 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This fabulously luxurious hotel is just a short walk from the National Mall and Smithsonian museums, a quick cab ride to the Capitol, and a Metro stop away from other parts of town." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The sumptuous style, Eastern touches, cosseting service, and excellent food will come as no surprise to anyone who's stayed at a Mandarin Oriental."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The Mandarin delivers about everything you’d expect: big-box swank, ridiculous levels of amenities, service that’s appropriate for a Roman emperor."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Opened in 2004, the 400-room Mandarin Oriental has the best spa, pool, and fitness center in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Monumental views over the Potomac Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial are plentiful at this elegant hotel."
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JW Marriott Washington, DC
JW Marriott Washington, DC
7 / 10
1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
From $159 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A $40-million renovation completed in 2009 transformed this 27-year-old property into a thoroughly modern Marriott." Full review
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Ask for a room on floors 3 through 15 facing Pennsylvania Avenue for views of the avenue and of the Washington Monument beyond.
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"A no-nonsense luxury hotel for the masses just steps away from the White House, the JW Marriott has a shopping mall-like multistory lobby and 772 cozy guestrooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Two blocks from the White House, the location minimizes walking distances for little feet. Child care offered by prearrangement."
Star Service Star Service
"All units come with minibars, coffeemakers, safes, irons and ironing boards, and three phones with voice mail and data ports. High-speed Internet access (for a fee) is standard in all rooms." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"The JW Marriott Washington, DC aims to impress with stylish and tasteful decor, well-equipped guest rooms and a prime location on Pennsylvania Avenue."
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