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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near White House

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In the heart of Washington DC, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers a luxurious retreat. Enjoy a meal at Opaline Brasserie, relax on the terrace with dry cleaning services nearby or explore the library.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Valet parking
  • In-room childcare
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library
  • Front desk safe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
The current price is €288
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar

Why we love this property

Artistic historic luxury
This hotel showcases curated decor, local artists, and Beaux Arts architecture. Located in the city center's historic district, luxury meets artistry.
Flavourful dining options
Culinary adventures await with vegan, vegetarian, and organic fare. The bar, private dining, and nearby winery tours elevate any stay.
Dreamy sleep experience
Heated floors warm toes before slipping into dressing gowns. Drift into dreamland on pillowtop mattresses with down comforters and premium, hypo-allergenic bedding.

Room options

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Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed

Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Corner Room, 1 King Bed

Luxury Corner Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility and Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005

What's nearby

  • White House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capital One Arena - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 16 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 31 min drive
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 35 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 36 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 37 min drive
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 48 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 57 min drive
  • Washington Union Station - 10 min drive
  • New Carrollton Station - 14 min drive
  • Lanham Seabrook Station - 19 min drive
  • McPherson Sq. Station - 3 min walk
  • Farragut West Station - 7 min walk
  • Center Station - 9 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Ebbitt Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grant's Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dua Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Park at 14th - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

When you stay at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of White House and Smithsonian Institution. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of National Mall and National Museum of African American History and Culture. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: McPherson Sq. Station is 3 minutes and Farragut West Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 237 rooms
    • Arranged over 12 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered on-site valet parking (USD 82.60 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–noon on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (5500 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1999
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 107
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 74
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Opaline Brasserie – On-site brasserie.
Opaline Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Business centre/computer access
    • Faxes
    • Fitness centre access
    • Fitness/yoga classes
    • Health club access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Newspaper
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for USD 16.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 45 for adults and USD 23 for children

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 82.60 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 82.60 per day. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include White House (5-min walk) and National Mall (11-min walk), along with National Museum of African American History and Culture (13-min walk) and Capital One Arena (0.8 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Opaline Brasserie.

What's the area around Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square like?

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is in Downtown Washington D.C., a short 3-minute walk from McPherson Sq. Station and 5 minutes' walk from White House. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.

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Reviews

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were fantastic with great food and excellent service. (29 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and nearby dining options offered a wide selection of food and excellent service. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

nice room, fast check in and friendly staff
Algirdas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful all around including convenience to main sightseeing.
Melissa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was wonderful, the breakfast was phenomenal. Overall my stay was very good, shout out to the whole team at Sofitel for making my stay with them exceptional
Alfred, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful accommodations and very accommodating staff.
Eileen M, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel we booked a junior suite and loved it.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in an excellent location that is close to most museums
Conrad, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room, excellent service when checking in. Very accommodating.
Juliana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay here. Room was clean and comfortable. Location seemed safe and a good location for sightseeing. Would recommend.
daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was very pretty, the location was second to none, and the onsite dining was fabulous!
Sheila, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Larry M, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The heat did not work well. Average stay. Did not feel like the star rating they claimed to be.
Gholnecsar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay we had.
Kidest, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel definitely 5 star , room amazing comfortable beds and bedding so soft , great location wish we had more days to stay at this hotel.
Ann, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room door didn’t close properly, toilet overfilled, breakfast and dinner restaurants on site served less than average meals. Location is good.
JASON, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great central location for seeing DC. All staff very helpful and friendly.
Kevin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Proximity to the White House was great
Sofia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location, hotel and staff was amazing. Paid attention to detail. Food amazing
Wytoshery, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Didn’t like what was called “Urban experience” - a $40 daily fee not on Hotels.com website
Thomas, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay 👍
Henry, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was very clean and in a great location for tourism
Jody, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location near the national monuments
Shenika, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location, very courteous staff! Breakfast and evening cocktails were amazing!!
Kunal, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel near all the attractions
Nilda, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The happy hour is fantastic, and the location is excellent. The staff is friendly, especially the overnight valet.specially the overnight valet.
Marissa, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff went out of their way to make sure my stay was great. Millon and Esigig were two of the standouts. Thank you
William, 1-night trip