$116 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: May 25, 2013 Check-out: May 27, 2013

L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

3 stars
480 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
163 reviews
excellent hotel

very convenient location, the metro line goes directly to the ground floor of the plaza and it's... See full review

  • redmanred
  • Dec 31, 2012
grandson intro to american history/govmt

fantastic week of exploring and enjoying dc!!! all was excellent except for tv reception in... See full review

  • papa den
  • Jun 18, 2012
Top-notch amenities and great monument views

L'Enfant Plaza Hotel offers a truly excellent location for guests wishing to get around in Washington, DC. Not only is the hotel within easy walking distance of such famous attractions as the White House and the Washington Monument but the hotel also has its own Metro station nestled underneath. Guests at L'Enfant Plaza Hotel will find that getting around Washington to locations both near and further out is easy and economical, and can return every day to unwind with the excellent entertainment and spa facilities on offer in every room.

3 Reasons to Stay:
  • Just a short distance from the National Mall, Capitol Hill, the Monuments, and Smithsonian museums

  • Direct access to a metro station situated underneath the hotel – traveling further made easy

  • Large glass conservatory ideal for relaxation and socializing over tea, coffee or drinks

L'Enfant Plaza Hotel Rooms

The L'Enfant Plaza Hotel lets guests customize their stay with a range of rooms offering different sizes, views and amenities. The starting level Deluxe King room does not compromise on quality, with individual climate control, quality linen bedding, and marble bathroom for a comfortable experience. Guests can choose to upgrade their view with the Superior View King rooms. These rooms offer the same excellent furnishings as the standard King, but with a breathtaking view of such well-known sights as the Washington Monument, or the picturesque Potomac River. Standard and superior view rooms are also available with two beds, a good choice for larger groups or families. Balconies are standard features of all Superior View and Standard rooms, allowing guests to enjoy the views to the fullest, and helping to give a light and comfortable environment with access to fresh air.

Things to Do:
  • Metro (on site)

  • White House (2.1mi/3.4km)

  • Jefferson Memorial (1mi/1.6km)

  • Lincoln Memorial (1.7mi/2.7km)

  • Washington Monument (1.5mi/2.6km)

  • George Mason Memorial (2mi/3.2km)

  • Constitution Gardens (1.6mi/2.6km)

Policies and fees
  • Check in 16.00

  • Check out 12.00

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

L'Enfant Plaza Hotel Rooms

Deluxe Room with One King Bed
Rooms include an entertainment center with TV, free HBO, large writing desk, individual climate control, iron and ironing board, in-room safe, hairdryer, coffee maker and a TV and radio in the bathroom. In addition, all rooms are equipped with high speed wireless Internet access, two phone lines, a speakerphone and voice mail. All guest rooms are now non-smoking.
Deluxe Room with Two Double Beds
Rooms include an entertainment center with TV, free HBO, large writing desk, individual climate control, iron and ironing board, in-room safe, hairdryer, coffee maker and a TV and radio in the bathroom. In addition, all rooms are equipped with high speed wireless Internet access, two phone lines, a speakerphone and voice mail. All guest rooms are now non-smoking.
Superior View Room with King Bed
View of the Monument, River or City. Rooms include an entertainment center with TV, free HBO, large writing desk, individual climate control, iron and ironing board, in-room safe, hairdryer, coffee maker and a TV and radio in the bathroom. In addition, all rooms are equipped with high speed wireless Internet access, two phone lines, a speakerphone and voice mail. All guest rooms are now non-smoking.
Superior View Room with Two Double Beds
View of the Monument, River or City. Rooms include an entertainment center with TV, free HBO, large writing desk, individual climate control, iron and ironing board, in-room safe, hairdryer, coffee maker and a TV and radio in the bathroom. In addition, all rooms are equipped with high speed wireless Internet access, two phone lines, a speakerphone and voice mail. All guest rooms are now non-smoking.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Tour desk
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Conference facilities
Gift shop
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Accessible facilities
Service dogs allowed
Service animals allowed
Accessible parking
Public areas wheelchair accessible for disabled
Wheelchair accessible elevators
Visual emergency alarm for hearing impaired guest
Knock light (hearing impaired)

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Hotel Map

38.8854 -77.0258
Area served
Washington DC
Nearby airports
Ronald Reagan National Airport, Dulles International Airports.
Area description
The hotel is located in the Southwest quadrant of Washington DC. Situated at the Metro's L'Enfant Plaza Stop.

Nearby points of interest

  • National Museum of African Art: 0.2 mi
  • Sackler Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • Arts and Industries Building: 0.2 mi
  • Arthur M Sackler Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • L'enfant Plaza: 0.2 mi
  • Enid A Haupt Garden: 0.2 mi
  • Ripley Center: 0.2 mi
  • Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden: 0.2 mi
  • Smithsonian Institution: 0.3 mi
  • Bureau of Engraving and Printing: 0.3 mi
  • Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum: 0.4 mi
  • National Mall: 0.4 mi
  • Holocaust Memorial Museum: 0.4 mi
  • National Air and Space Museum: 0.4 mi
  • National Museum of Natural History: 0.4 mi
  • National Museum of African Art: 0.2 mi
  • Sackler Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • Arts and Industries Building: 0.2 mi
  • Arthur M Sackler Gallery: 0.2 mi
  • L'enfant Plaza: 0.2 mi
  • Enid A Haupt Garden: 0.2 mi
  • Ripley Center: 0.2 mi
  • Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden: 0.2 mi
  • Smithsonian Institution: 0.3 mi
  • Bureau of Engraving and Printing: 0.3 mi
  • Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum: 0.4 mi
  • National Mall: 0.4 mi
  • Holocaust Memorial Museum: 0.4 mi
  • National Air and Space Museum: 0.4 mi
  • National Museum of Natural History: 0.4 mi
  • National Museum of American History: 0.5 mi
  • National Gallery of Art: 0.5 mi
  • National Archives: 0.5 mi
  • National Museum of the American Indian: 0.5 mi
  • Washington Monument: 0.6 mi
  • Federal Triangle: 0.6 mi
  • Newseum: 0.6 mi
  • Old Post office Pavilion: 0.6 mi
  • Arena Stage: 0.6 mi
  • Jefferson Memorial: 0.6 mi
  • Ronald Reagan Building: 0.6 mi
  • Thomas Jefferson Memorial: 0.6 mi
  • Declaration of Independence Memorial: 0.7 mi
  • Tidal Basin: 0.7 mi
  • United States Botanic Garden: 0.7 mi
  • National Aquarium: 0.7 mi
  • Fords Theatre: 0.8 mi
  • Freedom Plaza: 0.8 mi
  • Warner Theatre: 0.8 mi
  • Judiciary Square: 0.8 mi
  • National Theatre: 0.8 mi
  • Albert Einstein Memorial: 0.8 mi
  • International Spy Museum: 0.8 mi
  • Peace Monument: 0.8 mi
  • Koshland Science Museum: 0.8 mi
  • National World War II Memorial: 0.8 mi
  • United States Capitol: 0.8 mi
  • Presidents Park: 0.9 mi
  • National Portrait Gallery: 0.9 mi
  • National Museum of American Art: 0.9 mi

Dining

American Sea Grill
American/Seafood,Breakfast: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner 6.30 am-3 pm and 5-10 pm.
Foggy Bottom Brew Pub
Pub Cuisine. Open daily 11.30 am-midnight.
Coffee Cart
Starbucks Coffee and Breakfast/Snacks. Open daily 6.30 am-2 pm.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (163)

Ratings and reviews for L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Overall score

3.6 / 5
163 out of 163
Amenities:
3.4
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Hotel staff:
3.7
Room comfort:
3.7
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.6

79% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
James67310
Rhode Island
Mar 6, 2012

Great beds

Very comfirtable beds. Hotel is close to every thing

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
James67310
Rhode Island
Mar 6, 2012

beds were great

Beds were very comfitable . hotel close to every thing . would stay another time

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

1
not to be experienced
Ohio, USA
Feb 24, 2012

Not to be repeated

We booked with a package deal. When checking into the hotel we were given a room with two beds that could only sleep one person. (we are a married couple) When we asked about a room with a queen bed we were told that since we booked with ***, that was the only room type we could have. The breakfast buffet was $19 per person and was average at best. Other diners were given coupons for free breakfast on check in. At the end of our stay the desk clerk asked how we liked our stay and we told him we would not be coming back and his response was "okay." Certainly not the type of service we were used to.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
beb80
Boston, MA, USA
Feb 22, 2012

Location, location, location!

My wife and I went to DC for a quick President's day weekend getaway. The L'enfant hotel was perfect because of its location. It's steps away from the Smirhsonian Castle and the National Mall. We were able to walk all over. The cool thing is that there is a Metro stop right beneath the hotel that is just 4 stops away fom DCA! Awesome! I would've rated this hotel higher if it wasn't because there is no free wireless, bummer. Overall, quite good.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The National Mall and Smithsonian Castle (you can get an overview of all Smithsonian museums here) is just steps away. All Smithsonian museums are free to entry and just fantastic!

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
DirtySocks
Middletown, CT, USA
Dec 31, 2011

Excellent, close to the attractions

Pros: Excellent hotel, very clean, excellent bed, balcony, close to the attractions, great restaurants, metro station very close Cons: No free WiFi Stayed here two nights when visitng DC. The hotel & room were excellent, for the price we paid in Dec'11 ($99), it was amazing. The room (with king bed) had a walkout balcony & an excellent view of the Washington monument. There are apparently other rooms that have better views of the national mall. The hotel is walking distance to all the attractions, has a good restaurant & bar. There's also a small shopping mall with a food court downstairs from the hotel. The metro station is very close. Valet parking was a bit pricey but worth it for not having to worry about finding a spot. The reason I didn't give this 5stars is that there was no free WiFi. However, will recommend this without hesitation. Great place.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

National mall & all the attractions within walking distance of the hotel. Excellent location.

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
the bb's
Green Bay, WI, USA
Nov 16, 2011

fine place to stay if you just have business

first of all the staff at the american restraunt were wonderfull we really liked andy!! the t v really did not work well we made 3 requests to fix and allways had snow. the toilet was slow working and needed to be unclogged. the hotel sits on top of metro and a mall which sad to say was empty. our view was great. nice that the hop on and off buses were just outside the lobby maybe we will stay again

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

use the hop on off buses great value $40. for two days all over d c downside the buses shut down at 5 p m

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
H.O.T.
Long Island, New York, USA
Nov 13, 2011

DC Trip

Overall the hotel stay was very enjoyable. The Metro, Bus and tour bus stops within one block of hotel. I would return to this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Within three block of the Smithsonian Info. Bldg.

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
fuzzycritter
Appleton,WI
Oct 23, 2011

Washinton DC

Motel was close to all the attractions and Metro. Clean. Not a lot of amenities. Had to pay for any wifi or computer access. food expensive at the motel but there was a food court with ok prices just below the motel near the metro. These closed early and had to eat at the motel most nights if out all day seeing the sites. The Metro station within the motel was a plus. Easy and affordable transportation to any of the city. close enough to walk to the smithsonian and monuments.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Time-saving tip: In Hotel

Metro in motel was a cheap way to travel the city if you didn't want to walk. Easy and clean compared to the New York Subway system.

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
NoNicknameLeft
Philly area
Oct 11, 2011

Washington weekend getaway

This was our second stay at L'Enfant Plaza Hotel. We plan our stay on Friday & Saturday nights when the rates are lower. This hotel is a great value for Washington. L'Enfant is located right on the National Mall, so much of Washington is with in walking distance. A night time stroll down the National Mall was the highlight of our stay. The hotel is clean, everything works and the staff is very helpful. The restaurant on site is OK, we opted for a taxi ride downtown for dinner the second night.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
flbloodhound
Fort Myers, FL, USA
Oct 10, 2011

Vacation to DC

Hotel was perfectly situated to all visitor locations! Rooms were very clean, with plenty of extra bedding and towels. Food was rather expensive, but very good. Most of the staff was very helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

There's a CVS in the mall under the hotel. Snacks and sodas are much cheaper! There's also a McDonald's down there!

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