Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ Hotel Update
On March 1, Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ hotel opened its doors, becoming Marriott’s 8,000th property. The hotel delivers 245 guestrooms in a convenient, walkable location, close to the Red Line Metro Stop and Bethesda’s shopping, dining and entertainment options. More information and reservations are available online www.marriott.com/wasbd or by calling the hotel directly at (301) 820-6188.
The hotel’s restaurant, Seventh State, is now open. Seventh State features approachable cuisine with Mediterranean influences with indoor and outdoor seating. A custom designed Italian open hearth oven delivers signature crisp and delicious pizzas. Seventh State is currently open for breakfast and dinner (hours below).
- Breakfast: Saturday-Sunday 7:00 AM-11:00 AM
- Breakfast: Monday-Friday 6:30 AM-10:00 AM
- Dinner: Everyday 5:00 PM-10:00 PM
Click here to make a reservation at Seventh State.
Meet Kat Burns

Katarina “Kat” Burns is General Manager of the Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ hotel. Kat brings over 25 years of experience to the hotel and is responsible for overseeing all hotel operations.
Most recently, Ms. Burns served as the General Manager of Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center. Originally from Sweden, Ms. Burns started her Marriott tenure as Assistant Front Desk Manager at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park in 1998. Ms. Burns has held multiple senior leadership roles in operations at the JW Marriott Washington, DC; Residence Inn at National Harbor; the Residence Inn, Pentagon City; and the Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol.
Marriott International Headquarters Update
- Coinciding with the hotel’s grand opening, the plaza between the hotel and office building is now open.
- The Woodmont crosswalk is now operational.
- Boston Properties is working on finalizing details with Montgomery County and installing street signage around the property.
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