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A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two receptionists, a teal upholstered sofa, and a patterned carpet.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $383
$331 nightly
$383 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3

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
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair and ottoman, a small table with a lamp, and a mirror.

Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and artwork on the walls.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible

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

View all photos for Luxury Corner Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a view of the city.

Luxury Corner Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp and a vase of flowers, and a dark headboard.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility and Hearing Accessible)

A framed artwork depicting a cityscape with a prominent building, a geometric structure, and a lamp.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a red sofa, a round coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, dark wood paneling, framed artwork above each bed, a bedside table with a lamp and flowers, and a small drawer unit.

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and vanity.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a red sofa, a round coffee table, a TV, and two floor lamps.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table with a tray, a flat-screen TV, and a large black-and-white artwork of the Eiffel Tower.

Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

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

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About the neighborhood

Washington

With a stay at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, you'll be centrally located in Washington, a short 5-minute walk from White House and 11 minutes by foot from National Mall. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from National Museum of African American History and Culture and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Capital One Arena.

What's nearby

  • White House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • CityCenterDC - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 14 min walk - 0.8 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

  • ‪Old Ebbitt Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grant's Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Hamilton - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers 237 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, 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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 237 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring heated floors and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Opaline Brasserie serving guests of Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has 5500 square feet (511 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 6 meeting rooms.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Opaline Brasserie - Onsite brasserie. Open select days.
Opaline Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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 82.60 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 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 45 to 70 for adults and USD 23 to 50 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 80% organic food
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1999
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

American ExpressDiners ClubMastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 45 to 70 for adults, and USD 23 to 50 for children
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 16.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 82.60 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 fire extinguisher and 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Washington Dc Sofitel
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Hotel
Sofitel Lafayette Square Hotel
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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 868 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1260 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1260 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel, great location to all sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location where you can walk to all the tourist areas and enjoy fine restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our entire experience at the hotel was great and their staff was top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in an excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and bar very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geethika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff. Good room lay out and prompt room service. And less expensive than similarly situated DC hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay - helpful staff, high quality dining for meals, and super convenient location for access to museums, restaurants and monuments.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ranny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel and near the main turist attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, lovely hotel. Really kind staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quiet hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, our corner room was great, spacious, large bathroom, dinner and breakfast was excellent, valet parking was also great, convenient, our vehicle was ready within minutes when needed. We enjoyed our 2 days there and will return often.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice rooms, comfortable beds, good ac, nice towels, nice robe (only one robe). Opaline was delicious for dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was ideal. Staff and service were top notch. Will return for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The Metro is right around the corner and so is the White House. Clean room with a comfy bed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for tourists: walkable distance to White House, museums and surrounding areas. Friendly staff, and good room service. Street parking is also available but may need some time to find a spot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miyakia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and exceptional staff. Great location walking distance of all shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Binish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff make all the difference.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANgela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hotel, great room, perfect bed, quiet, centrally placed to get everywhere rather fast. Breakfast was a little bit long but excellent food. A good price quality relation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast choice. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was included and wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026