The Award-Winning Property, Home To D艒gon By Kwame Onwuachi, To Debut As An Autograph Collection Hotel, Bringing Guests The Benefits Of Marriott Bonvoy庐 Membership
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- debuted today, marking an exciting new milestone for the Henderson Park-owned property. As part of the transition, Pyramid Global Hospitality will assume management of the鈥�373-room hotel.
Formerly Salamander Washington DC, the hotel has joined Marriott's Autograph Collection, marking a strategic evolution that builds on the property's reputation for exceptional hospitality while introducing the鈥疢arriott Bonvoy庐鈥痩oyalty platform. Guests will now enjoy the added value of earning and redeeming points, exclusive member rates and promotions, potential room upgrades and more.
The hotel will continue to offer the elevated amenities and experiences that guests have come to expect. Highlights include thoughtfully designed guestrooms and suites,鈥�38,000 square feet鈥痮f versatile indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, a luxurious dual-level spa offering a full range of wellness and grooming services, a heated indoor pool and鈥痑 state-of-the-art鈥痜itness center.
The hotel also鈥痳emains鈥痟ome to the acclaimed鈥疍艒gon, led by celebrated Chef Kwame Onwuachi, where bold Afro-Caribbean flavors and inventive culinary artistry have鈥痚stablished鈥痠t as one of Washington, D.C.'s premier dining destinations.鈥疧nwuachi, named the James Beard Foundation's Rising Star Chef of the Year鈥�(2019) and one of鈥疶IME's 100 Most Influential People (2025), is widely recognized as one of the country's leading culinary voices. Since opening in 2024,鈥疍艒gon鈥痟as quickly earned national acclaim, including a place on鈥疌ond茅 Nast Traveler's Hot List of the World's Best Restaurants (2025), a ranking among North America's 50 Best Restaurants (2026) from the international gastronomy authority 50 Best, inclusion on鈥疐ood & Wine's Global Tastemakers list of the Top U.S. Restaurants (2026), and recognition among鈥疻ashingtonian's Top 10 Restaurants in Washington, D.C, among others.
"Overlooking the Potomac River and moments from Washington's most treasured landmarks, The Potomac Hotel offers guests an opportunity to experience the city through a unique perspective," said鈥疊ertrand Mangeot, Managing Director of The Potomac Hotel.鈥�"As we join Marriott's Autograph Collection,鈥痺e are excited to introduce new experiences while staying true to the character our guests know and love.鈥疧ur鈥痙edicated and long-tenured staff鈥痺ill continue creating thoughtful, personalized experiences that reflect both the character of our destination and the genuine hospitality that has always been at the heart of our hotel."
"The Potomac Hotel is a leading hospitality asset in Washington, D.C., and we are excited to welcome Marriott's premium Autograph Collection," said鈥疦ick Weber, CEO of Henderson Park, which鈥痑cquired鈥痶he hotel in 2022. "Since acquiring the property, we've invested in elevating every aspect of the guest experience, and this evolution is a natural extension of that work. As we look ahead, we believe in the hotel's long-term potential, driven in large part by our dedicated and tenured team members. Marriott's global reach, combined with Autograph Collection's commitment to distinctive, independent-minded hotels, will build on the property's strong momentum for years to come."
The Potomac Hotel takes its name from its notable waterfront setting and the river that has long shaped Washington D.C.'s physical beauty and identity. Rooted in鈥痑 strong sense鈥痮f place, the name鈥痚stablishes鈥痶he hotel as a contemporary landmark along the Potomac, while reflecting the sophistication and energy of its surroundings. Inspired by the graceful swans that glide along the river, the鈥痟otel's鈥痭ew logo is a refined expression of elegance,鈥痑uthenticity鈥痑nd reverence for the natural beauty and heritage of the hotel's location. The Potomac Hotel is prominently鈥痩ocated鈥痠n the heart of the nation's capital along the vibrant Southwest waterfront, a short walk in either direction to the National Mall and The Wharf. Salamander Collection Founder and CEO Sheila Johnson will remain a minority partner with Henderson Park in the property.
Only 15 minutes from Reagan National Airport and with convenient access to Washington, D.C.'s most iconic monuments, museums and cultural attractions, including the Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the Smithsonian Museums, the White House, Capitol Hill, and more, the hotel serves as a premier destination for leisure and business travelers, families, as well as meetings, events, and group business.
About The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection is a refined urban retreat situated along the city's revitalized Southwest waterfront, steps from the National Mall and The Wharf.鈥疶he 373-room hotel has been thoughtfully reimagined with residential-style interiors, a serene spa sanctuary and expansive event spaces.鈥疓uests can enjoy鈥疍艒gon, the Afro-Caribbean restaurant by Chef Kwame Onwuachi, as well as a tranquil lobby lounge and terrace.鈥疻ith its blend of timeless design and modern comfort, The Potomac Hotel offers a welcoming and sophisticated experience in the new heart of the capital. For more information, please visit鈥�痮r visit on Facebook and Instagram: @thepotomachotel.
About Henderson鈥疨ark
Henderson Park is a leading international real estate investment firm with a strong track record in hospitality. Since its formation in 2016, the firm has invested over $15 billion in building a portfolio of flagship real estate assets, more than $5 billion of which has been invested in hotels. In North America, Henderson Park's portfolio includes iconic hospitality properties such as PGA National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens FL, Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix鈥疉Z,鈥疞a Quinta Resort and Club in Palm Springs鈥疌A, Naples Grande鈥疊each Resort in鈥疦aples FL, Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton鈥疭C,鈥疕yatt Regency Grand Reserve in San Juan鈥疨R, and鈥疶he Potomac Hotel,鈥痑n鈥疉utograph Collection Hotel,鈥痠n Washington DC, among others. Each hotel asset represents the firm's focus on acquiring high-quality assets in prime locations and enhancing鈥痶heir鈥痩ong-term value through active asset management, strategic brand partnerships, and capital investment. The firm's European portfolio further reflects this commitment, with notable hospitality assets including鈥疶he Caledonian Edinburgh and the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, Hilton Metropole鈥疞ondon and Birmingham, Le M茅ridien Arc de Triomphe Paris, and the Aloft by Marriott Madrid Gran V铆a, and others.
About Autograph Collection庐 Hotels
Autograph Collection Hotels advocates for the original, championing the individuality of each of its over 365 independent hotels located in the most desirable destinations across more than 55 countries and territories. Each hotel is a product of passion, inspired by a clear vision, soul, and story that makes it individual and special:鈥疎xactly Like鈥疦othing Else. Hand-selected for their inherent craft and distinct perspectives on design and hospitality, Autograph Collection properties offer rich immersive moments that leave a lasting imprint. For more information, please visit鈥�, and explore on social via鈥�,鈥�, and鈥�痶o be inspired by immersive moments that are #ExactlyLikeNothingElse. Autograph Collection is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy庐, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on鈥�痑nd unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit鈥�.
About Pyramid Global Hospitality
Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a powerhouse portfolio of 200 properties across the U.S., Caribbean, and Europe. Pyramid is renowned for its relentless commitment to a people-first culture, operational excellence, and owner-centric, results-driven relationships. The company's dynamic platform includes the award-winning collection of distinct independent properties,鈥�, Pyramid's European hotel management company,鈥�, and鈥�, delivering integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global reach with a high-touch, service-driven approach that attracts top talent and delivers long-term value for hospitality owners and investors. Learn more at.
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