Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

5.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk

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Front of property – evening/night
Exterior
Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$437
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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, Capital One Arena
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (Prestige)

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
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

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
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room, Multiple Beds, City View

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
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa 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 and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View

Highlights

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

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About the area

Washington

A luxury stay in the heart of Washington awaits you at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find White House and National Mall. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include in-room free WiFi, Smart TVs and heated floors. .Opaline Bar is the hotel's own bar. 5500 square feet (511 square metres) of event facilities include 6 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and noon. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Downtown Washington D.C. hotel include National Museum of African American History and Culture and Capital One Arena.

What's nearby

  • White House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capital One Arena - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Washington Monument - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • McPherson Sq. Station - 3 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 10 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan 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 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 5500 square feet (511 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 237 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 5500 sq ft of conference space
  • 511 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1999
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers 237 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 transport

  • 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
  • In-room cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift (107 centimetre 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (74 centimetre 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 organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 films

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • 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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 45 for adults and from USD 23 for children
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: USD 16.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the 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

What is the cancellation policy at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$366.78, including 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.

Is parking available at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Yep, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 65 per day.

What makes Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square.

Is Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is a hit with families.

Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is served weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

No, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

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 1085 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1085 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1085 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1085 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1085 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidar

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall is good!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it’s a good location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MONET GAY AQUINO, Hollister

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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