Rate based on Check-in: Jun 15, 2013 Check-out: Jun 18, 2013

L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

3 stars
480 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
170 reviews
I think good

I worried about this hotel. But location is very good for visiting museums and room is clean. See full review

  • visitor mk2
  • May 29, 2013
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
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 (170)

Ratings and reviews for L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Overall score

3.6 / 5
170 out of 170
Amenities:
3.4
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Hotel staff:
3.7
Room comfort:
3.7
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.6

78% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Stuart 375
Business
Berkeley, California
Jun 2, 2013

Clean, 70's decor

While the place has not been spruced up in decades, it worked great. comfy, newish beds at a great price. You can't have it all and I'll take the cheaper price than fancy decor anytime. Very good pool for laps on roofl

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

5
visitor mk2
boston
May 29, 2013

I think good

I worried about this hotel. But location is very good for visiting museums and room is clean.

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

Reviewer score

4
Yiii
Ohio
May 28, 2013

Overall a pleasant staying

The front of the plaza is under construction right now, so it looks kind of messy. However, the location was very good, convenient to many museums and galleries, the capitol building as well.

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

Reviewer score

3
Footweary tourists
Wisconsin
May 28, 2013

Could be better

Maids entered and cleaned our room despite having the DO NOT DISTURB sign up. We were not happy! Otherwise our stay was fine. Had a poolside room which was nice, except the sliding door was almost impossible to use. Overall good location with mosty pleasant staff, but a bit shabby.

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

Reviewer score

3
Dotem2
Freehold,NJ
May 28, 2013

Rooms need to be updated

Room was clean but the rug was stained & room ugly

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: In Hotel

Very expensive restaurant. Nearest food was pretty far

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Jeffbo1962
Business
Phoenix, AZ
May 24, 2013

LOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATION

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION If you want to be in the heart of things in DC - then this is the hotel to stay in. It seriously needs an interior facelift - the wallpaper is peeling in the rooms, ice machines don't work and the current outside noise is unbelievable. The breakfast buffet is the best bet and has pretty good items and it is reasonably priced.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: In Hotel

Breakfast Buffet

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Roger the artful dodger
Port ST. Lucie, Florida
May 22, 2013

Nice Long weekend get away

The location was perfect for walking tour of National Mall area. Conseirge service was right on the money. Very good tips of local excellent dining experiences. Also very convenient to metro system. Breakfast every morning was above average at hotel restaurant. I would reccommed highly for a not so fancy get away.

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

Excellent location near National Mall

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

2
Konacat
Albuquerque, NM
May 21, 2013

DC Weekend

Location is great. Right by Metro, walk to Mall, couldn't be much better. Staff very accommodating, but hotel needs updating. Also major construction work going on just outside front of hotel and it's happening from 7pm to midnight. Request a room overlooking pool area; they're very quiet.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
Entertainment tip: Long walk from hotel

Newseum and spy museum and, of course, the Smithsonion museums.

Review of L'Enfant Plaza Hotel

Reviewer score

4
policewife and cheerleade
Dallas TX
May 17, 2013

police week perfect hotel

We love the hotel. Its clean comfortable.close to mall. Easy to the metro. Staff are nice. Just what u need in a hotel. We always stay here while in DC -,which has been 3,yrs in a row for Police Week. You guys rock....

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

Reviewer score

4
Emceee
New Hampshire
May 16, 2013

Weekend getaway to DC!

This hotel offers an excellent location if you wish to hit the DC attractions on foot. The Metro, and other public transportation is also close and convenient. The staff was polite, professional, and helpful at all times. We felt most welcome. Shopping and various eateries are also nearby. Just take the elevator to the bottom floor.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
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