Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C. Prepares To Open With Exclusive Advantages For Virtuoso® Clients

NEW YORK, April 14, 2016 /CNW/ -- Virtuoso®, the international network of travel agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel, reveals exclusive benefits at the highly anticipated Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C., opening in September 2016 in a converted landmark building. The hotel will blend historic features with modern conveniences, creating a must-experience property in a highly desirable location with the White House to its left and the Capitol to its right.

Only guests who reserve their stay through a Virtuoso travel advisor receive: 

• Room upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability)
• Daily full breakfast for two in BLT Prime restaurant
• US$100 spa credit
• Welcome amenity
• Early check-in and 4 pm late checkout (subject to availability)

Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C. joins an extraordinary roster of opening hotels chosen for Virtuoso's esteemed Preview program, where the network provides unmatched assistance including networking opportunities, advisor training, and sales and marketing outreach. As a Preview benefit, clients of Virtuoso travel advisors receive advantages unavailable elsewhere. Preview is part of Virtuoso's prominent Hotels & Resorts Program, which includes 1,100 of the world's best properties in 100 countries.

After a $200 million redevelopment, Washington, D.C.'s iconic Old Post Office will be reborn as one of the world's most luxurious hotels. Original details such as elaborate stonework and wood milling have been preserved while adding the latest in technology and upscale comforts expected by today's discerning guests.

Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C. will feature 263 guestrooms including 35 suites, all among the largest luxury rooms in the city. Plentiful natural light and 16-foot ceilings will add to the spacious feeling. The oversized queen-queen rooms are particularly appealing for families. Rooms will offer guests panoramic views of the Washington, D.C. skyline, and will feature original solid wood doors, wainscoting and paneling. Bathrooms include six-foot soaking tubs, marble, brass hardware and chandeliers.

The hotel's suites include three Presidential-level suites of at least 2,000 square feet. The showstopper will be the Trump Townhouse, the largest and most luxurious suite in Washington, D.C. and among the biggest in the country.  The suite is a bi-level 6,300-square-foot enclave complete with its own Pennsylvania Avenue address.

The heart of the hotel will be the Cortile, a nine-story atrium that will serve as the hotel's gathering place. It will include the OPO Bar & Lounge as well as the property's signature restaurant, BLT Prime. Diners will enjoy exquisite cuisine overlooking the 315-foot Clock Tower, which houses the official United States Bells of Congress, commissioned by the Ditchley Foundation as a Bicentennial gift to the United States.

Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C. will feature several other unique offerings. The flagship Spa by IVANKA TRUMP™ will house a 10,000-square-foot spa and fitness center. Therapists will provide signature and custom treatments in six rooms, offering priority appointments for hotel guests. With a private entrance, the 13,200-square-foot, column-free Presidential Ballroom will be the largest luxury ballroom in Washington, D.C.

Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C. occupies an enviable central location in the nation's capital. It will be located on Pennsylvania Avenue at 12^th Street, in the heart of the Financial District and mere blocks from the White House, U.S. Capitol and Smithsonian museums. Guests will also be steps away from first-class shopping,  museums, galleries and theatres.

"Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C. will soon take its place among the most esteemed landmarks of our nation's capital," said Albert Herrera, Virtuoso's senior vice president of Global Product Partnerships. "The incomparable historic setting in the Old Post Office, the intricate preservation of its original charm, and the level of modern luxury in the spacious rooms and public spaces is simply remarkable. This one-of-a-kind property is an excellent complement to our existing collection of six Trump hotels in North America and Europe, as well as our greater portfolio of offerings for discerning travelers."  

To reserve a stay at Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C. with a Virtuoso travel advisor, visit virtuoso.com. 

About Virtuoso
Virtuoso® is the leading international travel agency network specializing in luxury and experiential travel. This by-invitation-only organization comprises over 380 agency members with more than 11,400 elite travel advisors in over 30 countries throughout North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Drawing upon its preferred relationships with 1,700 of the world's best hotels and resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour companies and premier destinations, the network provides its upscale clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and privileged access. More than (U.S.) $15.5 billion in annual travel sales makes Virtuoso a powerhouse in the luxury travel industry. For more information, visit virtuoso.com.

About TRUMP HOTELS^™
Launched in October 2007, Trump Hotels is a family enterprise with an unparalleled history of providing extraordinary customer experiences around the world.  Our hallmarks include unique and inspired design at iconic hotels in renowned locations globally, complemented by fully focused and authentic personal service.  Founded and led by internationally renowned developer Donald J. Trump and his children, Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric, the prestigious portfolio includes Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York, Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago, Trump International Hotel™ Las Vegas, Trump® International Hotel Waikiki, Trump SoHo® New York, Trump® International Hotel & Tower Panama, Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto®, Trump National Doral® Miami, and Trump International Golf Links & Hotel™, Ireland.  With a growth strategy to deliver exceptional hotel and resort offerings in key gateway cities and travel destinations around the world, TRUMP HOTELS™ expands to Vancouver, Washington, D.C. and Rio in 2016, and to Asia for the first time with projects in Lido and Bali, Indonesia.  Reservations can be made at www.TRUMPHOTELS.com or by calling (855) TRUMP-00 (855-878-6700).  Connect with TRUMP HOTELS™ on its social media pages.

About Trump Estate Collection
As part of the Trump Hotels, the Trump Estate Collection is comprised of extraordinary, diverse properties that feature Trump's signature standard of Five-star hospitality and service excellence to provide the ultimate travel experiences. There are currently two properties within the Estate Collection including Albermarle Estate at Trump Winery in Charlottesville, VA and MacLeod House & Lodge in Aberdeen, Scotland.

SOURCE Virtuoso