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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

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

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Experience the classic charm of Sofitel's elegant entrance, complete with a grand arched doorway and inviting outdoor seating area.
Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View
Experience the elegant lobby, featuring a symmetrical design with a reception desk and decorative ceiling pattern.
A formal dining setting with a long banquet table, elegant centerpieces, and fine china.
Enjoy meals under the shade of our outdoor seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the street.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly

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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)

Highlights

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

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View

Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 602 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa 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 cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 473.6 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Multiple Beds, City View

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 cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 452 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 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
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

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 cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (Prestige)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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 cribs/infant beds
  • 602 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible )

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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 cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005

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 Washington National Airport (DCA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Ebbitt Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Off The Record - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Park at 14th - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Luxury historic hotel near White House
Located close to National Museum of African American History and Culture and Capital One Arena, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square provides a terrace, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Opaline Brasserie, the on-site brasserie. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour business center.
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Luggage storage, wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, a porter/bellhop, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 237 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and childcare services
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and free infant beds

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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Spanish

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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

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 34.79 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • 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 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 deposit: USD 500 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 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square pet-friendly?

Yes, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 500 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of Aug 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square on Aug 10, 2025 start from CA $248.43, 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.

How much is parking at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Valet parking is available for USD 65 per day.

What time is check-in at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square located?

This family-friendly Washington hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of White House, National Mall, and National Museum of African American History and Culture. Capital One Arena and Washington Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km). McPherson Sq. Station is only a 3-minute walk and Farragut West Station is 7 minutes.

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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay 👍
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the stay here very close to everything in DC
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel, walking distance to a lot of the sites,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and clean place, friendly staff, perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had an amazing atmosphere and the staff were helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

latrina D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to dining options
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. The location was perfect, the room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was very friendly. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fabulously appointed and five-star worthy! Really enjoyed our stay and the proximity to all the dc sites was a wonderful bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berimin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel and very clean, right in downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arash

Great hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. Staff was kind and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean Hotel. Friendly Staff (Reception, Breakfast Staff, Made) Perfect located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siriwan

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

Barnaby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay! Staff hospitable & room was perfect. Would recommend to others & definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and centrally located to attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel; fabulous staff; great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Sofitel was wonder. The staff was very helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheresse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good food. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

oletha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location Parking was easy Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025