
Marriott Marquis Washington, DC
Best for groups, conventions, and business events — the Marquis has huge ballrooms and extensive meeting space.
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Marriott Marquis Washington, DC is a huge, 1,175-room convention hotel connected to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center; pick it if you need meeting space, easy transit links, and busy on-site dining. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. is a polished 5-star luxury hotel in the West End/Foggy Bottom area; choose it if you want a smaller, service-focused luxury stay with an on-site spa.
Updated · about 1.6 km apart

Best for groups, conventions, and business events — the Marquis has huge ballrooms and extensive meeting space.

Best for a quieter luxury stay and on-site spa treatments near Dupont Circle and Georgetown.
When Marriott Marquis Washington, DC wins: choose the Marquis if you’re organizing or attending a large meeting, convention, or wedding and need direct connection to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, massive ballroom capacity, and many on-site event services.
When The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. wins: choose the Ritz-Carlton if you prefer a smaller, traditional luxury hotel with a full-service spa, polished service, and a West End location closer to Georgetown and Dupont Circle.
Bottom line: for scale, event infrastructure, and bustle pick Marriott Marquis; for a quieter, higher-touch luxury experience with spa access pick The Ritz-Carlton.
| Category | Marriott Marquis Washington, DC | The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, busy convention hotel with a dramatic 14-story glass atrium and many public spaces | Polished, full-service 5-star hotel with classic Beaux Arts touches |
| Location | Shaw / Penn Quarter, directly connected to Walter E. Washington Convention Center | West End / Foggy Bottom, within a short drive of Georgetown and Dupont Circle |
| Size | 1,175 rooms across 14 floors | 300 guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages — family- and group-friendly | |
| Pools | No on-site pool, hot tub, or sauna | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple outlets (Anthem, Lobby Bar, The Dignitary, Starbucks; STK nearby) | Number of restaurants - 1; restaurant + 24-hour room service; bar/lounge |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa; large complimentary bi-level fitness center (≈8,000 sq ft) open 24 hours | Full-service spa on site (massages, body treatments, facials) and fitness facilities listed |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive — over 100,000 sq ft, Marquis Ballroom up to 3,500 guests, many salons and outdoor terrace | Meeting rooms available (smaller footprint compared with the Marquis) |
| Parking | Valet-only on site; official daily valet rate listed at $75 + 18% tax (in/out privileges) | Valet parking (surcharge) and self parking available (surcharge) |
| Known for | Convention connectivity, large events, convenient transit to downtown attractions | Traditional luxury service, proximity to Dupont Circle/Georgetown, spa services |
Marriott Marquis sits in Shaw/Penn Quarter and connects directly to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center via an underground concourse.
Best for guests who need immediate convention-center access and straightforward transit to DC attractions.
The Ritz-Carlton is in the West End/Foggy Bottom area, a short drive or longer walk from Dupont Circle and Georgetown.
Best for travelers who prefer a quieter luxury neighborhood near Dupont Circle and Georgetown.
Marriott Marquis has 1,175 rooms and a wide range of room and suite types, including Club Rooms and multiple suite options.
Choose the Marquis for variety of room types, club access, and family/group capacity.
The Ritz-Carlton lists about 300 guestrooms with classic luxury room types and multiple accessible options.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton for traditionally furnished luxury rooms and a curated set of accessible suites.
Marriott Marquis offers several on-site dining and bar options aimed at busy guests and conference crowds.
Marriott Marquis suits guests who want varied on-site dining without leaving the hotel.
The Ritz-Carlton provides a single main restaurant and a bar/lounge along with 24-hour room service.
Ritz-Carlton fits travelers who expect classic hotel dining and in-room service rather than multiple casual outlets.
Marriott Marquis does not have a swimming pool, hot tub, or sauna on site.
If an on-site pool is a must, the Marquis is not the right pick.
The Ritz-Carlton listing does not publish an on-site pool in the supplier facts provided here.
Pool availability for the Ritz-Carlton is not published here — confirm with the hotel before booking if a pool matters.
Marriott Marquis focuses on a large, modern fitness center and multiple evening bars rather than an in-house spa.
Good pick for guests who prioritize a full gym and on-site bars over an in-hotel spa.
The Ritz-Carlton lists a full-service spa and on-site wellness offerings suited to a luxury leisure stay.
Choose the Ritz-Carlton if spa treatments and a quieter, service-led evening fit your plans.

Marriott Marquis — direct concourse to the convention center, 100,000+ sq ft of event space and ballrooms that hold thousands.

The Ritz-Carlton — supplier listing shows a full-service spa with massages, body treatments, and facials.

Marriott Marquis — several outlets including Anthem, Lobby Bar, The Dignitary, and a lobby Starbucks.

The Ritz-Carlton — about 300 rooms and a classic luxury service model in the West End.
Marriott Marquis — it’s directly connected to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and built for large meetings and events.
The Ritz-Carlton lists a full-service spa on its supplier amenities; Marriott Marquis does not operate an on-site spa (nearby third-party spas are available).
No — both properties accommodate guests of all ages.
Marriott Marquis has multiple on-site dining and bar outlets; The Ritz-Carlton lists a main restaurant, bar/lounge, and 24-hour room service.
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