Yahoo Finance The Trump Hotel in Washington, D.C. is Now Taking Reservations
One way or another, Trump is heading to D.C. Whether or not his presidential ambitions pan out, the presumptive Republican nominee is opening a hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue this September, and the property is already taking reservations. Here's what we know so far:
It's located within the Historic Old Post Office.
The Trump team has spent years renovating the 19th-century post office into a luxury 263-room hotel. Special attention has been paid to restoring the Post Master General's office and the original mail room, and guests can expect 16-foot ceilings, a massive ballroom, and original wood milling and stonework. Complimentary access will also be available to the building's historic Clock Tower, which houses the Bells of Congress and is the second highest point in the city.
Trump's daughter, Ivanka, is spearheading the project.
The Donald has been more than a little busy this year, so his daughter Ivanka is taking the lead on the $200 million project. "It has been an incredible journey transforming the Old Post Office into what will be the finest luxury hotel in the country-if not the world," she said in a statement. "We have worked tirelessly to meticulously restore one of the United States' most high profile landmarks and are incredibly proud to unveil the results of our efforts this September."
The new mom is not only handling the design for the project (including one of the largest presidential suites in the country), but she is also launching her own spa, a 10,000-square-foot luxury facility, which will feature Technogym Cardiovascular equipment, personal trainers, and a menu of yet-to-be-announced treatments.
The Hotel will host a BLT Prime.
Earlier this month, the property announced that Chef David Burke will serve as the executive chef of BLT Prime at the hotel. Guests can expect the quality steaks and seafood BLT Prime is known for alongside "new surprises" on the menu. This announcement comes after controversy regarding the hotel's restaurant. Previously, chefs José Andrés and Geoffrey Zakarian backed out of the project, severing ties with Trump over his anti-immigration comments.
For more information on the hotel, head to trumphotelcollection.com.
