The Hay-Adams

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Park View (Lafayette) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
800 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20006
  • White House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • National Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

Premier Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room (One King Bed or One Queen Bed)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Mobility/Hearing Accessible St. John's Church View King Suite - Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, Park View (Lafayette)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom (Lafayette Park View with King Bed)

  • 1098 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom (St Johns Church View with King Bed)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., The Hay-Adams is within a 5-minute walk of Smithsonian Institution and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like White House. This 5-star hotel has 145 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • White House - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • George Washington University - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Farragut West Station - 4 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Off The Record - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zeke's Coffee of DC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Hay-Adams

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
At The Hay-Adams, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Valet parking is available for USD 62 per day, and there's also limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a business center, express check-out, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect 37-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and pay movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Minibars, free newspapers, and free local calls are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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 the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 62 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 62 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lafayette
  • Off the Record

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6,300 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Pet weight must not exceed 25 lbs per pet
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 62 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 62 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers valet parking, along with extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Hay-Adams Hotel Washington
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Hay Adams Washington Dc
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Hay-Adams?

The Hay-Adams offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hay-Adams?

As of May 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hay-Adams on May 23, 2025 start from $599.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near The Hay-Adams?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Washington D.C., just steps from White House, and within a 10-minute walk of Smithsonian Institution and Embassy Row. You'll also find National Mall and National Museum of African American History and Culture less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Hay-Adams?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 62 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Hay-Adams feature a casino?

No, The Hay-Adams doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Hay-Adams?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Hay-Adams a good place to stay for couples?

This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Hay-Adams have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Hay-Adams have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Hay-Adams serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Lafayette.

Will The Hay-Adams allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs stay free at The Hay-Adams and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Hay-Adams have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Hay-Adams?

The closest major airport to The Hay-Adams is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 5.2 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 15.5 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Hay-Adams?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Hay-Adams.

Does The Hay-Adams offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Hay-Adams.

The Hay-Adams Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 745 out of 876 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 876 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 876 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 876 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 876 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful and historic hotel just a stones throw from the White House. We also loved the downstairs bar which is warm and cozy and a great vibe. Staff is lovely and the room was classic beauty from a bygone era in the best possible way.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thammanoune

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I felt like I was sleeping in the White House!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Roberto

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Restroom shower wasn’t clean, requested several times to resolved the issue but nothing happened
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favourite hotel stay

This hotel gives you the full pampered experience in service and comfort. The rooms are gorgeous and the turn down service feels very lux!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert, weaverville

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very professional and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!! Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Min

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Scituate

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You. A tell this is a 5 star hotel from the top notch service and beautiful decor. Location can’t be beat as the White House is within view. The staff was excellent. We would definitely stay here again. Great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jo

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, but the hotel has seen better days. Rooms feel dated, the water pressure in shower was non-existent. Needs renovating. Staff was all very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Myroslava

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think we were put in a closet as our room was facing other buildings and was out of the way.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEHYUN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historical hotels to being stay

It was good pleasure to be staying here. Good view good location, with best services
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect weekend. The suite was gorgeous. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024