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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

5.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
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Restaurant
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005
  • Place, White House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of African American History and Culture
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪12 min drive‬
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (Prestige)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Multiple Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as White House and National Mall. This 237-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • White House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Washington Monument - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • McPherson Sq. Station - 3 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 10 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dua Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a 24-hour business center. Valet parking is offered for USD 65 per day. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect wired internet, free WiFi, and 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Other amenities include iPod docks, minibars, and coffee makers. Change of towels is available on request.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (USD 16.95 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 65 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 45 for adults and USD 23 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Opaline Bar
  • Opaline Brasserie

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 5,500 square feet of conference space
  • 6 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1999
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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 USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 45 for adults and USD 23 for children
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 16.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 65 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sofitel Lafayette
Sofitel Lafayette Hotel
Sofitel Lafayette Hotel Washington DC Square
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
Sofitel Washington Dc Hotel Washington Dc
Washington Dc Sofitel
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Hotel
Sofitel Lafayette Square Hotel
Sofitel Lafayette Square
Accor Washington Dc
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Hotel
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Washington
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

As of Nov 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square on Nov 30, 2025 start from $179.1, 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 is there to do near Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Washington D.C. within a 10-minute walk of White House and Smithsonian Institution. You'll also find National Mall and Capital One Arena less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 65 per day with in/out privileges. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square include a casino at the property?

No, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

This historic hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a bar and a restaurant with some guestrooms featuring in-room massages.

Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square have a hot tub?

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

Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Opaline Brasserie.

Will Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square for a fee of USD 150 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

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

Where is the closest airport to Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

The closest major airport to Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 4.8 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 12.3 mi away (36-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square.

Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 726 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1083 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was decent but was definitely not a 5 star hotel.upon arrival no door man around to help with luggage. In fact throughout our 3 day stay there was never any staff at the front entry way! We had 4 outlets all near the bed that didn’t work. They sent someone to check it out immediately but they were never fixed. Food was decent and location excellent for seeing all the attractions in DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MONET GAY AQUINO, Hollister

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall everything was good. We just did not have slippers provided
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kidest Ketema

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third time staying at the Sofitel Lafayette Square. The service was top-notch from the moment we checked in until we checked out. Yonas provided excellent service when we needed to store our luggage. We’ll be back soon—thank you to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jack

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast options were fantastic. Staff was friendly. Location was ideal for tourists.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurinder

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Viktor

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydnie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed are amazingly comfortable!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was one block away from the White House.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kidest

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LINA

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jt, Poughkeepsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place if you ah e meeting in the Ike building. The breakfast is one of the best at a hotel. The restaurant has the best staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sofitel is a very good property. It is very clean and beautiful. I could have used a little more closet space, but the room was nice. The housekeeping staff did a great job cleaning my room, but one of them threw away one of my toiletries. It was NOT an expensive item at all, and I am sure it was an accident, but I did tell the front desk. The woman at the front desk said she would get back to me, but she never did and when I mentioned it again at check out, I did not get anything for my inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position, walkable to many monuments and museums. Very well trained and informed helpful staff. Beds very comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

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

Absolutely loved it

Centralized for every site in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel near all the attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Starting at check-in there isn’t anything not to appreciate about this excellent hotel. It’s very well appointed, very friendly and professional staff, comfortable room. Housekeeping was so attentive it seemed like my own personal service. The location is very central and walkable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich Ernst, Clgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Few things broken in the room. In general quality of the room in the hotel were excellent. The food quality in the restaurants could’ve been better to match the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siriwan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient location, walkable area and close by the metro station. Staff were very friendly and polite. Room was very nice, clean and comfortable. There're restaurant and bar on site. We had a pleasant stayed here and highly recommend for anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar Perez

4/10 Poor

Kimberly, OKC

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They put us in the worst room on the property the tv faced the window and not the couch or bed. The light didn’t work by the door and the fridge/cooler didn’t work. The shower had no water pressure that they fixed the next day, but we still couldn’t take a shower after our arrival. The staff was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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