InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · 5 Star Hotel
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf Dog Friendly Review
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, and for a dog owner weighing up a stay here, that rating reflects a hotel that gets the basics right without pretending to be something it is not. The property offers your dog a genuine stretch of outdoor access, with a terrace and patio where dogs are welcome and a garden your dog may use, plus a dedicated dog space that gives you somewhere specific to settle your companion. Nearby green spaces and parks mean you are not confined to the grounds for a walk, which matters when you are travelling with a dog who needs regular time outdoors. The hotel also shares its pet policy with you before you book, so there are no nasty surprises on arrival, and with most rooms classed as dog friendly, your choice of accommodation is not unduly restricted.
Day to day, the practical provisions are reasonably generous. Your room will come with real food and water bowls rather than disposable substitutes, and free treats are on offer, a small touch that owners of fussy dogs will appreciate. There is a dog bed available for use, which saves you the hassle of packing your own. A fee of $75 per pet applies, and there is no damage deposit on top, so the charge is at least straightforward rather than layered with extra holds on your card. Access is generous across the terrace, patio and garden, giving your dog room to stretch its legs without being confined solely to the bedroom. Given the inclusion of bowls, treats, a dog bed and genuinely useful outdoor space, the $75 fee feels fair rather than steep for what it secures.
The two real restrictions worth knowing before you book are a weight limit of 50 lbs and the rule that your dog may not be left alone in the room, so any errand without your dog in tow needs planning around that policy. There is also a cap of one dog per room, which matters if you are travelling with more than one companion. Set against the welcome in the terrace and garden, these feel like manageable conditions rather than dealbreakers. This stay suits an owner with a single, smaller or lighter dog who plans to keep their companion with them throughout the visit and who values genuine outdoor access over frills. Owners travelling with a larger dog over the weight limit, or those who need to leave their dog unattended for stretches of the day, should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 21/77. Meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 1 October 2026.
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf dog friendly?
Yes. InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank C rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.
Is there a pet fee at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf?
Yes. InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf charges a pet fee of $75 per pet. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf. If you are travelling with more than one dog, speak to the hotel directly before you book so they can advise on the best way to accommodate you.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf?
Yes. Dogs up to 50 lb are welcome at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Where are dogs allowed in InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf, including the terrace and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf?
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf provides a dog bed, food and water bowls and free treats for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf pet-friendly?
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf?
Yes. InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 50 lb are accepted. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What Roch Dog rank does InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf hold?
InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf holds a Rank C rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It meets all six minimum requirements of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf?
The pet policy at InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf covers the essentials: a pet fee of $75 per pet applies, up to 1 dog per room, a weight limit of 50 lb and dogs welcome in the terrace and garden. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.