With an unimpeded view of the city from its famous rooftop bar, it's no surprise that The Watergate is considered one of the best hotels in the world.

Condé Nast just published their Readers' Choice List for the top 50 hotels all over the globe. A whopping 600,000 ballots were cast, and the only D.C. hotel to make the cut is The Watergate Hotel.

The Watergate Hotel

ADDRESS: 2650 Virginia Avenue NW | Washington, D.C.
PHONE: (202) 827-1600
WEBSITE: The Watergate Hotel
SOCIAL MEDIA: The Watergate Hotel on Facebook

Guests enjoy gourmet food and cool craft cocktails at the famous Watergate watering holes. The Next Whiskey Bar is all about the atmosphere, with its hundreds of bottles just waiting to tempt you. When was the last time you had drinks in a chic igloo to shield you from the cold winter nights?

The outdoorsy guests will love borrowing the Watergate's free bicycles. Hop on one and do your sight-seeing on two wheels along the Georgetown waterfront. There's even a basket for all the local goodies you'll pick up along the way!

bicycle, The Watergate Hotel

Afternoon tea is another little luxury that The Watergate does really well. Savor freshly baked sweets and pots of piping hot tea as you simply appreciate the good life.

afternoon tea, The Watergate Hotel

The atmosphere at The Watergate Hotel is decidedly sophisticated, with a distinctive mid-century feel. Everything from the sumptuous rooms to the gleaming reception area has a sleek, contemporary vibe. If you're looking for a spot for a D.C. stay-cation, or the perfect 5-star hotel experience, you won't have to go farther than the banks of the Potomac.

Watergate Hotel, suite

cocktail, bar

**All of the photos in this article are courtesy of The Watergate Hotel on Facebook.

For more information, or to make a reservation, visit the hotel's official website. Anyone can dine at the hotel restaurants or enjoy the sublime spa services, so make a plan to check out The Watergate Hotel soon.

Have you stayed at The Watergate Hotel? What are your favorite things to do at this historic landmark? Let us know in the comments!