The Willard InterContinental, Washington DC

The Willard InterContinental, Washington DC, built in 1901 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2010 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. The Willard InterContinental, Washington DC, is the “Crown Jewel" of Pennsylvania Avenue, offering sweeping views of the National Mall and Washington’s iconic monuments. Constructed in 1861, The Willard has played host to some of the most storied moments in American history, hosting social events, landmark meetings, and almost every U.S. president since opening. Authors and poets have penned their works at The Willard, including Walt Whitman and Mark Twain; Martin Luther King Jr. finished his “I Have a Dream” speech in the hotel ahead of climbing the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to deliver it; and Hollywood has found a home at The Willard, where movies are regularly shot on-site. The Willard is living history, with a unique blend of contemporary luxury and renowned charm, subtly reflecting the spirit of the American capital. For Price Match Guarantee and Special Offers please visit, please visit https://www.historichotels.org/us/hotels-resorts/the-willard-intercontinental-washington-dc/?from=rezconsole&utm_source=recreation_gov&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=may2024

In downtown Washington, DC, one block from the White House, and within walking distance to capital landmarks, Smithsonian museums, and National Theater. Two blocks from the Metro Center station. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:4 miles, 15 minutes. Washington Dulles Int'lAirport: 27 miles, 50 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get information or see special offers https://www.historichotels.org/us/hotels-resorts/the-willard-intercontinental-washington-dc/?from=rezconsole&utm_source=recreation_gov&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=may2024