Time to pack your bags and head to Washington, D.C. for another business trip. Or maybe you are headed to the Nation’s Capitol for a family vacation.
Either way, you will want a swimming pool.
DC hotels with indoor pools range from luxurious and light-filled, to small, yet refreshing so you and your kids can cool off and stop asking “When can we go to the swimming pool, Mom?!”
Indoor Pool Amenities
Most DC hotels with indoor pools are accessible to those with mobility issues. Some even have changing rooms, bars, and snack service right on site. But if you want to visit Washington DC in the fall or winter, you will need an indoor pool.
Family-Friendly Indoor Pools in D.C.
All of the pools on our list are family-friendly, but some do have specific family hours. Since some of the pools are connected to privately run fitness centers, lap swim times and swim classes may get priority hours.
Also, this being D.C., don’t be surprised if memberships are offered at your hotel swimming pool. While it is still safe to bring your children to the swimming pool, do keep in mind that non-guests could be there.
Most Beautiful DC Hotels With Indoor Pools
The most beautiful DC hotels with indoor pools in DC are filled with light and make you feel like you are on a tropical vacation. I love a swimming pool that has luscious pool towels, comfy lounge chairs, plants throughout the room, tables for me to work while my kids swim, and of course, loads of natural light.
The adjacent bar and snack service are definite perks, but those are a bit harder to come by than light and plants.
Pool photos courtesy of the hotels
Salamander Washington D.C.
- Address: 1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington DC, DC 29924 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests
- Parking: Valet parking is available
As one of our favorite Washington DC hotels during cherry blossom seasons, you can never go wrong with a stay at the Salamander Washington, D.C. This family-friendly Washington hotel is just the right of luxury and comfort to fit any travel style.
The hotel is a quick walk to most DC attractions and The Wharf where you can indulge in some great food, drinks, and nightly entertainment.
All guests can access the 50-foot, indoor heated swimming pool with views of the Potomac River. Huge glass windows let in plenty of light, but since you are slightly elevated from the street, you still get privacy from the outside world.
There are loads of fun lounge chairs to enjoy, whether you are watching the kids play or simply want to enjoy reading your book in one of the best DC hotels with indoor pools.
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Four Seasons Hotel, Washington D.C.
- Address: 2800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington DC 20007 | DETAILS
- Availability: available to guests and members
- Parking: available
All year long natural light filters down onto the end of the two-lane saltwater lap pool at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington, D.C. thanks to the skylights overhead.
Enjoy a dip in the swimming pool, hot tub, and even a rest in the eucalyptus steam room to really wind down and feel like you are on vacation. Changing rooms are available for guests to switch in and out of swimwear throughout their stay.
Memberships are available to residents, so don’t be surprised if you see a few non-guests pop in to use the fitness club and spa amenities.
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Hyatt Regency Washington DC on Capitol Hill
- Address: 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests
- Parking: Valet parking is available
The Hyatt Regency is one of the Washington hotels that gives you the best of both indoor and outdoor pools in a greenhouse-like pool room, filled with glass windows and skylights to warm you up all year round. There are plenty of chairs and tables to spread out in and dump your stuff while you cool off.
Do some laps or simply enjoy a soak while catching up with friends. Best of all, there is an adjacent sundeck for all your sunbathing needs after a dip in the pool.
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
- Address: 900 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests
- Parking: Parking garage
A nice, shallow hotel swimming pool with greenery scattered throughout and a hot tub. There are plenty of seats for parents and non-swimmers to relax in and enjoy the daylight streaming through the windows throughout the year. Plus, if you are a hotel guest, a free breakfast is included.
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The Watergate Hotel, Washington D.C.
- Address: 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington 20037 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests and spa visitors
- Parking: Valet parking is available
Enter one of the fun, brightly lit indoor pool hotels that is perfect for your morning laps, hanging out with friends, or after a long day exploring all of Washington D.C. parks with kids. Hotel guests are treated to access to the steam room and sauna, as well as the original indoor pool used for aerobic swimming and exercise.
Even if you don’t have a spa appointment at Argentta Spa, you can still access the pool, which to us is a bonus. You get the spa experience, without the added price of a treatment.
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Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown
- Address: 2401 M Street NW, Washington DC 20037 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to hotel guests and members
- Parking: Valet parking is available
As part of the Balance Gym in the hotel, hotel guests have access to the indoor heated lap pool at the Fairmont. There are plenty of pool towels, so don’t worry about bringing your own, and enjoy a few laps in the morning or letting the kids splash before dinner.
Specialty swim times to note before you head down:
- Adult Lap Swim
- Monday – Friday | 5:30 – 9:30 AM and 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Saturday – Sunday | 8:00 – 10:00 AM and 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Open Swim
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday and Thursday | 9:30 – 11:30 AM and 4:00 – 6:00 PM
- Saturday – Sunday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Exact details about the schedule can be confirmed directly with the hotel as some timing adjustments might occur seasonally or based on guest occupancy. Reservations for the indoor swimming pool can be made up to 48 hours in advance.
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Courtyard Washington D.C. / Capitol
- Address: 815 14th Street Northwest Northwest, Washington DC 20052 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests
- Parking: Valet parking is available
The indoor heated pool at the Courtyard Washington D.C. is perfect for swimmers of all ages- just don’t expect to get many laps in before you have to turn around. Parents can play with babies and toddlers on the built-in shelf seat, while bigger kids splash around in the deeper water.
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Hilton Garden Inn Washington D.C. Downtown
- Address: 815 14th Street Northwest Northwest, Washington DC 20052 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests
- Parking: Valet parking is available
Take the time to jump into another brightly-lit indoor pool hotels in DC, the Hilton Garden Inn Washington D.C. It’s heated in the winter to keep you warm and cool enough in the summer to be refreshing.
Younger children will love splashing around on the steps while their older siblings play “Marco Polo” down in the deep end. Plus, enjoy a free breakfast to start your day right.
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The District by Hilton Club
- Address: 1250 22nd St NW, Washington, DC 20037 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests
- Parking: Paid private parking on site
Step into the pool and hot tub at The District by Hilton, whether you need to soak your bones after a long day of meetings or just need to find your zen again after touring Washington, D.C.
The light-filled pool is a U-shape oasis with plenty of chairs and loungers to stash your stuff while you enjoy the water.
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Residence Inn Washington D.C./ Capitol
- Address: 333 E St SW, Washington, DC 20024 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests.
- Parking: Available
Jump (don’t dive!) into the indoor pool at the Residence Inn Washington D.C. when you need a break from the city streets. The hot tub will warm up those sore muscles before you grab your book for a little snooze by the pool.
Since the pool opens by 7 am, early morning lap swimmers can still get a little exercise in before all of the kids show up to unwind in the afternoon after touring the museums.
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Hampton Inn Washington DC/ White House
- Address: 1729 H St NW, Washington DC 20006 | DETAILS
- Availability: Available to guests
- Parking: Available to guests
Enjoy a warm indoor pool with lounge chairs and plenty of towels even on a cold winter’s day. The indoor pool at the Hampton Inn Washington DC/ White House is a quiet retreat after a long day of sightseeing.
And let’s be honest, your kids will be extra happy for time in the water. After all, isn’t the first question your family asks you after you book a trip “Mom, is there a pool?!”
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More DC Hotels With Indoor Pools
- Courtyard Washington, DC/Foggy Bottom
- Courtyard Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard
- Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/US Capitol
- Hampton Inn Washington DC NoMa Union Station
- Hampton Inn Washington Downtown Convention Center
- Homewood Suites By Hilton Washington DC NoMa Union Station
- Park Hyatt Washington D.C.
