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The Hay-Adams

800 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, US
4.8Excellent
Hotel amenities
Bar & Lounge
Gym
Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Laundry

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About this property

The Hay-Adams is a 5-star independent hotel in Washington, DC, positioned at the heart of the nation's capital. With 145 guestrooms and 21 suites, the property sits just a 4-minute walk from the Smithsonian Institution and 8 minutes on foot from the White House, making it ideal for visitors exploring the city's historic core.

Each guestroom features a pillowtop bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, a minibar, and a flat-screen television. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps guests connected, while private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Dining options include Lafayette, a restaurant specializing in American cuisine open for lunch, dinner, and brunch. A bar and lounge rounds out the on-site dining selection, and 24-hour room service is available for in-room meals. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for an additional charge.

The hotel offers a 24-hour fitness center, concierge services, and complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. A fireplace anchors the lobby, and the hotel provides babysitting (surcharge) and full wedding services. Business travelers benefit from conference space totaling 6,300 square feet, a business center, and limo or town car service available upon request.

Beyond the immediate surroundings, the National Mall lies 0.7 miles away, George Washington University is 0.6 miles distant, and the broader location benefits from proximity to Embassy Row, Dupont Circle, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is 5 miles and approximately 15 minutes by car from the property. Guests rate the location 4.9 out of 5 stars, with 92.9 percent indicating they would recommend the hotel.

Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to midnight, with checkout at noon. The property is smoke-free and welcomes dogs up to 25 pounds with advance notice and a signed pet policy at arrival. A safe-deposit box, multilingual staff, and 24-hour front desk services support all guest needs.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at The Hay-Adams, you'll be centrally located in Washington, just a 4-minute walk from Smithsonian National Postal Museum and 8 minutes by foot from White House. This family-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from National Mall and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from George Washington University.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lafayette Square - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
K Street - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Smithsonian National Postal Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
World Bank - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
White House - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
National Geographic Museum - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
International Monetary Fund - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Embassy Row - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
White House Visitor Center - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
CityCenterDC - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
George Washington University - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
National Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Warner Theatre - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
National Mall - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
College Park, MD (CGS) - 25 km / 15.5 mi
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 40.5 km / 25.2 mi
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 37 km / 23 mi
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 44.6 km / 27.7 mi

The preferred airport for The Hay-Adams is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 145 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at Lafayette, a restaurant which specializes in American cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features babysitting (surcharge), wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has facilities measuring 6300 square feet (585 square meters), including conference space.

Getting here

DCA is 5 miles and 15 minute drive from the hotel.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Valet parking is available onsite, standard short-term parking is $34, inclusive of tax, and standard overnight is $68, inclusive of tax.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • 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.

  • Pets under 20lbs, with advance notification and signed pet policy at arrival.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $15 to 30 per person Valet parking fee: $62 per day (in/out privileges) Extended parking fee: $62 per night Rollaway bed fee: $30 per night 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 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hay-Adams?

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 12:00 PM.

Where is The Hay-Adams located?

The Hay-Adams is located at 800 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, US.

What attractions are near The Hay-Adams?

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Lafayette Square - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi K Street - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Smithsonian National Postal Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi World Bank - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi White House - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi National Geographic Museum - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi International Monetary Fund - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Embassy Row - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi White House Visitor Center - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi CityCenterDC - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi George Washington University - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi National Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Warner Theatre - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi National Mall - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi The nearest airports are: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi College Park, MD (CGS) - 25 km / 15.5 mi Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 40.5 km / 25.2 mi Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 37 km / 23 mi Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 44.6 km / 27.7 mi The preferred airport for The Hay-Adams is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

Does The Hay-Adams offer parking?

Valet parking is available onsite, standard short-term parking is $34, inclusive of tax, and standard overnight is $68, inclusive of tax.

How do I get to The Hay-Adams?

DCA is 5 miles and 15 minute drive from the hotel. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

What dining options are available at The Hay-Adams?

Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at Lafayette, a restaurant which specializes in American cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

What amenities does The Hay-Adams offer?

The Hay-Adams features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry.

What are the rooms like at The Hay-Adams?

Make yourself at home in one of the 145 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Is The Hay-Adams pet-friendly?

Yes, The Hay-Adams is pet-friendly. Pets under 20lbs, with advance notification and signed pet policy at arrival.

What fees should I know about at The Hay-Adams?

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $15 to 30 per person Valet parking fee: $62 per day (in/out privileges) Extended parking fee: $62 per night Rollaway bed fee: $30 per night 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 The Hay-Adams?

Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. 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.