For paving the way for women and people of color in hospitality.

Founded by Sheila C. Johnson—yes, the co-founder of BET—Salamander Washington DC is what happens when Black excellence meets five-star hospitality.

The camera provides a live view of the National Mall Tidal Basin from the roof of the hotel Salamander Washington D.C. courtesy of EarthCam.

Now, guests can try out the spa’s special Cherry Blossom body ritual and other high-end skin and beauty treatments and kick back in a state-of-the-art wellness area with steam rooms, saunas, and relaxation lounges.

Salamander Collection, the medley of hotels and resorts founded by uber-entrepreneur Sheila Johnson, is growing fast.

The annual festival celebrating Black and Brown excellence in hospitality returns this August with world-class meals, panels, and celebrations of culinary excellence.

Bang in the middle of the city, a leisurely walk from all of the blockbuster sites, from the central stretch of museums to the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial.

One of the toniest hotels in the nation’s capital, Salamander Washington DC, serves this decadent creation at its lobby-level lounge or on the picturesque terrace restaurant overlooking the Washington Marina.

Under its new flag, the property remained open while its leadership team devised and launched a renovation to bring the hotel in line with the vision of Salamander brand founder Sheila Johnson.