The romantic Shenandoah Valley - the name invokes images of rolling hillsides, fertile fields, verdant forests and American history. The George Washington Hotel lies in the heart of Virginia's northern Shenandoah Valley, a region as rich in history as in beauty. Built in 1924, the hotel instantly became an icon of elegant service and quality accommodations. Currently undergoing a complete restoration and set to open in April of 2008, The George Washington Hotel will offer the charm, grace and sophistication of the past while featuring modern amenities for the 21st century. Superior accommodations will be paired with the finest service, reminiscent of a bygone era where guests can expect to be pampered at their hotel of choice.

The 90-room hotel will offer 6,000 sq. ft. of meeting space offering both wired and wireless high-speed Internet access, including two executive boardrooms, two breakout rooms and an outdoor pocket garden. For corporate meetings and retreats, the hotel can host groups from 2-150 people, and receptions for up to 300. The Grand Ballroom with its twelve opulent chandeliers can accommodate 175 people for refined wedding receptions, highlighting the gourmet cuisine of our Executive Chef.

A special highlight of the hotel is the restaurant, The Dancing Goat. A lively, energetic dining experience with seasonal alfresco seating, The Dancing Goat will boast a stylish menu of epicurean delights. Guests will delight in viewing the exhibition kitchen, allowing patrons to watch the performance in the kitchen as your gourmet fare is prepared. Be sure to visit our Lobby Bar and relax by the fireplace as you enjoy your favorite beverage, soaking in the swank sophisticated atmosphere with piano and original 12-foot windows looking onto East Piccadilly Street.

The unique luxury of our Roman-bath style indoor swimming pool is a distinctive feature of the hotel. Step down into the relaxing waters along the stone balustrade amid fountain accents and columns, as you rejuvenate and unwind.

The beautifully appointed guest rooms will feature Wyndham's brand standards including Wyndham's Room That PerformsSM guest room experience program, which provides both wired and wireless high-speed Internet access (free of charge to Wyndham ByRequest® members); a two-line cordless speaker phone; a high performance, ergonomic Herman Miller® desk chair; and upgraded Serta® plus top mattresses with luxury bedding. Pamper yourself in the shower with several options, featuring both an oversize and hand-held showerheads in all of our standard guest rooms. Additionally, spoil yourself in our suites with full body-spray jets as well as overhead rain showerheads!

President George Washington came to Winchester in the 1740's as part of a survey team, and often worked with pioneers who were mapping the Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia. He went on to represent Frederick County in the Legislature of Virginia, of which Winchester was the County Seat. In Winchester today, guests can see remnants of Fort Loudoun where Washington lived for a time, and the office where Washington worked both as surveyor and later as a military officer. Over the years, The George Washington Hotel has hosted celebrities such as Ed Sullivan and boxer Jack Dempsey. From 1924 - 1975, the hotel housed the offices of Winchester's Apple Blossom Festival, one of the oldest celebrations in Virginia now in its 79th year.

The hotel is in the heart of Winchester's Historic District, a short stroll from the many attractions including the Old Court House Civil War Museum, the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, George Washington's Office Museum, and Stonewall Jackson's Headquarters Museum. For family fun there is the Children's Discovery Museum, nearby Wilson's Wild Animal Park, and ask about taking a Ghost Tour of old Winchester. Wander down the Loudon Street Walking Mall just one block away, with numerous boutique shops and restaurants to savor. Shenandoah National Park is a mere 20 minutes away, offering spectacular outdoor activities.