What's included at Arlo Washington DC — and what costs extra
Arlo Washington DC includes free high-speed WiFi, access to the seasonal rooftop pool (ART DC) and the 24-hour Life Fitness–equipped fitness center for registered guests, plus 24-hour front desk, concierge and daily housekeeping on request. Extra costs guests should expect are a mandatory Urban Fee ($35/night plus tax), nearby covered self-parking (typically charged per night), cooked-to-order breakfast (pay-per-person), and pet fees.
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At-a-glance: what’s included with your stay
Standard inclusions for registered guests are free high-speed in-room and public-area WiFi, 24-hour front desk and concierge services, daily housekeeping on request, and room-key access to the seasonal rooftop pool deck and the 24-hour fitness center.
The hotel operates within a restored 1888 building with a modern addition and has 445 guest rooms; guest access to the rooftop pool is first-come, first-served with no reservations required during the season.
- Free high-speed WiFi throughout the property
- 24-hour front desk and concierge
- Room-key access to seasonal rooftop pool (ART DC) and 24-hour fitness center
- Housekeeping available on request
Rooms: standard inclusions and room types
Guest rooms come in a range of types; room names include Room, 1 King Bed; Room, 2 Queen Beds; Room, 1 King Bed, City View; Deluxe Room, City View; Premier Room; Studio; Junior Suite; Suite (Arlo); Room, Balcony; Room, Terrace; Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace; and Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace.
All rooms include complimentary WiFi and typical in-room amenities; specific layouts and square footage vary by room type and some rooms offer terraces or city views.
- Room configurations noted on hotel materials include 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds for many room types
- Some rooms listed with explicit features: City View, Balcony, Terrace, or one-bedroom layouts
- Accessible rooms and roll-in shower options are available (check specific room descriptions)
| Room name | Bed type (sample) |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds (depending on booking) |
| Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View | 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite (Arlo) | 1 King Bed |
Dining and bars: what’s on site and what costs extra
On-site food and drink venues include Bodega (the lobby grab-and-go café) and ART DC, the rooftop indoor–outdoor bar and lounge. Bodega serves coffee, pastries, sandwiches and light fare; ART DC serves Pan-Asian / Japanese-inspired shareable plates and cocktails.
Meals, cocktails and specialty dishes are charged separately from room rates. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available for a surcharge and a la carte pricing applies across the hotel restaurants and bar.
- Bodega (lobby café): coffee, pastries, sandwiches — open daily (hotel hours listed as 6:30am–10pm)
- ART DC (rooftop): cocktails and shareable plates; open daily from 4pm to late with kitchen hours listed to 10pm
- Reservations for ART DC can be made through Resy; rooftop bar is open to both guests and non-guests
| Venue | Typical charge |
|---|---|
| Bodega (lobby café) | Pay-as-you-go (grab-and-go and café items) |
| ART DC (rooftop bar/ pool deck) | Meals and drinks charged a la carte; reservations via Resy |
| Cooked-to-order breakfast | Available for a surcharge (price varies by item) |
Pool, fitness and wellness: what’s included and limits
Registered guests have room-key access to the seasonal rooftop outdoor pool (ART DC) during the pool season; seating and loungers are first-come, first-served with no reservations required. The rooftop pool is typically open daily from 10:00am to 8:00pm during the season.
The hotel’s 24-hour fitness center on the second floor is included for registered guests and is equipped with Life Fitness cardio and strength machines, ellipticals and free weights. The property does not operate a full-service day spa with massage treatments under a distinct spa brand.
- Rooftop pool listed as 4 feet deep; no lifeguard on duty
- Pool access limited to registered hotel guests via room key
- Alo-branded in-room wellness videos (Alo Moves) are available to stream; Alo yoga mats can be requested
Fees and extras to budget for
Arlo Washington DC applies a mandatory Urban Fee that is automatically added to the folio; this Urban Fee is listed at $35 per night plus tax and covers added-value connectivity and wellness perks tied to the property.
Other common charges are for parking, pets and on-site meals. The hotel does not accept cash for incidentals; a credit card is required at check-in.
- Urban Fee: $35 per night plus tax (mandatory, added to folio)
- Covered self-parking nearby (Capitol Crossing Garage) is typically charged per night; rates and availability may vary
- Pet fee: $20 per pet, per night (up to two dogs or cats under 75 lbs; service animals exempt)
- Cooked-to-order breakfast and all meals/drinks at Bodega and ART DC charged separately
| Extra | Typical charge / note |
|---|---|
| Urban Fee | $35 per night plus tax (mandatory) |
| Nearby covered self-parking (Capitol Crossing Garage) | Charged per night; subject to availability |
| Pet fee | $20 per pet, per night (register at arrival) |
Events and meeting spaces: what’s included and what may cost more
The hotel offers multiple meeting rooms and event spaces totaling more than 4,200 sq. ft., including Studio A & B on the mezzanine, a Fireplace Lounge, Arrels Courtyard and the rooftop ART DC as a bookable venue.
Event bookings carry separate fees (room rental, minimum spends, in-house catering and beverage requirements). For example, rooftop and courtyard events have a published starting minimum spend (listings note a $4,000 starting minimum per session for some venues).
- Five dedicated meeting rooms; total meeting space noted at 4,287 sq. ft.
- Studio A (mezzanine) listed at roughly 708–713 sq. ft.; capacities vary by setup
- In-house catering and beverage suppliers required for rooftop bookings
| Space | Notes |
|---|---|
| Studio A & B (mezzanine) | Flexible meeting rooms; Studio A ~713 sq. ft.; combined capacities and setups available |
| ART DC (rooftop) | Bookable for events; in-house catering required; minimum spend applies |
| Arrels Courtyard | Ground-floor courtyard with glass roof; standing and seated capacities listed on venue pages |
