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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, US
4.5Excellent
Hotel amenities
Bar & Lounge
Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Laundry
Parking

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About this property

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is a five-star Accor property located in the heart of Washington, DC, just a five-minute walk from the White House. The hotel encompasses 237 individually decorated rooms, including 18 suites, positioning it as a substantial yet intimate base for visitors to the nation's capital.

Guest rooms feature heated floors, Smart televisions, and pillowtop beds dressed in down comforters and premium linens. Each room includes a 55-inch flat-screen television with cable programming, complimentary wireless internet, a safe, desk, and telephone with free local calling. Guest comfort ratings average 4.5 out of 5, reflecting consistent quality in the accommodations.

Dining at the property centers on Opaline Brasserie, which serves the hotel's guests throughout the day. A bar and lounge provide evening refreshment. Full breakfasts are available daily, served weekdays and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a surcharge.

The property offers a terrace with views and provides complimentary wireless internet access across the property. Wedding services and couples' dining options accommodate special occasions. The hotel features a 24-hour front desk, business center, and multilingual staff. Meeting and conference facilities include 5,500 square feet of dedicated space across six meeting rooms, suited for corporate events and gatherings. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible paths, elevators, restrooms, and meeting spaces, along with assistive listening devices and visual alarms in hallways.

An 11-minute walk leads to the National Mall, while the National Museum of African American History and Culture sits 0.7 miles away. Capital One Arena is 0.8 miles distant. Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately five miles away via cab or accessible by Metro through the nearby McPherson Station on the Blue and Orange lines. The property maintains strong sustainability practices, including LED lighting, recycling programs, locally sourced food, and eco-friendly cleaning products.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends to midnight; check-out is at 12:00 PM. The hotel welcomes pets up to 50 pounds, with a maximum of two pets per room. Service animals are permitted without restrictions or additional fees.

Location & nearby attractions

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.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lafayette Square - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
White House - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
K Street - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Smithsonian Institution - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Freedom Plaza - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
White House Visitor Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
CityCenterDC - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Warner Theatre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
World Bank - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
National Geographic Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
National Mall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
International Monetary Fund - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Embassy Row - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
National Museum of African American History and Culture - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
College Park, MD (CGS) - 19.8 km / 12.3 mi
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 36.8 km / 22.8 mi
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 39.4 km / 24.5 mi
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 43.5 km / 27 mi

Rooms

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.

Dining

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.

Amenities & features

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
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.

Getting here

DCA Reagan National Airport via Cab $20.00 each way - 5 miles or Metro via McPherson Metro (Blue/Orange line)

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Private indoor parking garage. Overnight $64.90 (inclusive of taxes). Daily 8 hour parking rate: $39 inclusive of taxes

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • 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
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

Pets are welcome.

  • We are pet friendly up to 50lbs.

Fees & policies

  • You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $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. Fee for full breakfast: approximately $45 to 70 for adults, and $23 to 50 for children Fee for in-room wired internet: $16.95 per day (rates may vary) Covered valet parking fee: $82.60 per day (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $150 per pet, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $50 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Know before you go

  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 12:00 PM.

Where is Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square located?

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is located at 806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, US.

What attractions are near Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Lafayette Square - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi White House - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi K Street - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Smithsonian Institution - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Freedom Plaza - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi White House Visitor Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi CityCenterDC - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Warner Theatre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi World Bank - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi National Geographic Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi National Mall - 1 km / 0.6 mi International Monetary Fund - 1 km / 0.6 mi Embassy Row - 1 km / 0.6 mi Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi National Museum of African American History and Culture - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi The nearest airports are: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi College Park, MD (CGS) - 19.8 km / 12.3 mi Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 36.8 km / 22.8 mi Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 39.4 km / 24.5 mi Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 43.5 km / 27 mi

Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offer parking?

Private indoor parking garage. Overnight $64.90 (inclusive of taxes). Daily 8 hour parking rate: $39 inclusive of taxes

How do I get to Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

DCA Reagan National Airport via Cab $20.00 each way - 5 miles or Metro via McPherson Metro (Blue/Orange line) Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

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.

What amenities does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offer?

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry, Parking.

What are the rooms like at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

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.

Is Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square pet-friendly?

Yes, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is pet-friendly. We are pet friendly up to 50lbs.

What fees should I know about at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Resort fee: $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. Fee for full breakfast: approximately $45 to 70 for adults, and $23 to 50 for children Fee for in-room wired internet: $16.95 per day (rates may vary) Covered valet parking fee: $82.60 per day (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $150 per pet, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $50 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

What should I know before staying at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?

Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. 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. Contactless check-out is available. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).