This year, two hotels with meeting and event space in Washington, D.C., underwent renovations. Salamander Washington DC refreshed its lobby and lobby bar, as well as its guest suites, all designed by Thomas Pheasant, to reflect a brighter aesthetic with homey elements. A luxury two-story spa is currently undergoing enhancements, and a new West African-inspired restaurant, Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi, opened at the hotel in early September. salamanderdc.com
The Westin Georgetown, Washington D.C., just steps from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, has been transformed to feature cool-toned hues throughout, a revitalized European-style courtyard, and a greater focus on health and wellness. The wellness-focused amenities include Peloton Suites (rooms containing Peloton bikes for those who prefer a private workout); the local RunWestin program, where guests can run with a concierge who knows the best running routes in the Washington, D.C., area; and a Westin Heavenly Bed with cooling technology in each guest room, so attendees might wake up refreshed and rejuvenated. marriott.com
