In the heart of Washington DC, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers a luxurious retreat. Enjoy a meal at Opaline Brasserie, relax on the terrace with dry cleaning services nearby or explore the library.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Free Wi-Fi
Connecting rooms available
Air-conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Valet parking
In-room childcare
24-hour business centre
Business centre
6 meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Library
Front desk safe
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
In-room childcare (surcharge)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
The current price is £220
£220
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Why we love this property
Flavourful dining options
Culinary adventures await with vegan, vegetarian, and organic fare. The bar, private dining, and nearby winery tours elevate any stay.
Dreamy sleep experience
Heated floors warm toes before slipping into dressing gowns. Drift into dreamland on pillowtop mattresses with down comforters and premium, hypo-allergenic bedding.
Artistic historic luxury
This hotel showcases curated decor, local artists, and Beaux Arts architecture. Located in the city center's historic district, luxury meets artistry.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Capital One Arena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 16 min drive
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 31 min drive
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 35 min drive
College Park, MD (CGS) - 36 min drive
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 37 min drive
Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 48 min drive
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 57 min drive
Washington Union Station - 10 min drive
New Carrollton Station - 14 min drive
Lanham Seabrook Station - 19 min drive
McPherson Sq. Station - 3 min walk
Farragut West Station - 7 min walk
Center Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
Old Ebbitt Grill - 3 min walk
Grant's Bar - 3 min walk
The Cheesecake Factory - 1 min walk
Five Guys - 3 min walk
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - 1 min walk
About this property
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
When you stay at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of White House and Smithsonian Institution. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of National Mall and National Museum of African American History and Culture. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: McPherson Sq. Station is 3 minutes and Farragut West Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
237 rooms
Arranged over 12 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Secured covered on-site valet parking (USD 82.60 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Private picnics
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
6 meeting rooms
Conference space (5500 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1999
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
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.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Business centre/computer access
Faxes
Fitness centre access
Fitness/yoga classes
Health club access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Newspaper
Phone calls (may be limited)
Optional extras
Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for USD 16.95 per day (rates may vary)
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 45 to 70 for adults and USD 23 to 50 for children
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 82.60 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 82.60 per day. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include White House (5-min walk) and National Mall (11-min walk), along with National Museum of African American History and Culture (13-min walk) and Capital One Arena (0.8 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Opaline Brasserie.
What's the area around Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square like?
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is in Downtown Washington D.C., a short 3-minute walk from McPherson Sq. Station and 5 minutes' walk from White House. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.
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Reviews
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were fantastic with great food and excellent service. (32 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2026
Great spot, lovely hotel. Really kind staff.
Jared
Jared, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2026
Excellent breakfast choice.
Comfortable bed.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Mar 2026
Excellent hotel
Troy
Troy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 Apr 2026
The room was ok but not the cleanest. The location of the hotel is excellent for sightseeing, the restaurant is ok but rather expensive and better options around town are available. The hotel location is great and we would stay there again for that reason.
Lance
Lance, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Mar 2026
Rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable! The staff was courteous and helpful.
Preeti
Preeti, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Feb 2026
Everyone who worked at the hotel was so nice and so accommodating! We had a great stay!
Elise
Elise, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
Great food at the restaurant- close to everything.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2026
Great location and a really comfy bed!!
Simon
Simon, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Feb 2026
Great location in downtown, efficient and friendly staff, cosy and quiet room.
Sebastien
Sebastien, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2026
nice room, fast check in and friendly staff
Algirdas
Algirdas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Wonderful all around including convenience to main sightseeing.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
Yes it was fabulous
Russell
Russell, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2026
Clean room and polite staff.
Ioannis
Ioannis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Room was clean, breakfast excellent!
Great front desk service!
Anamaria
Anamaria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2026
Room, amenities, and restaurant was great. Service impeccable. Great location.
Raphaella
Raphaella, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Mar 2026
Perfect hotel for me and my family for our stay in Washington
A little minus for breakfast witch only included 4 people even if our booking was for 5 people
Breakfast is not buffet
Plus for service in reception
Line
Line, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2025
Beautiful accommodations and very accommodating staff.
Eileen M
Eileen M, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2025
Clean, luxurious accommodations, perfect location
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2026
Good staying
Xheni
Xheni, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Great hotel we booked a junior suite and loved it.
David
David, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
The staff was wonderful, the breakfast was phenomenal. Overall my stay was very good, shout out to the whole team at Sofitel for making my stay with them exceptional
Alfred
Alfred, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Great hotel in an excellent location that is close to most museums
Conrad
Conrad, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2026
I really enjoyed my stay, everything was great: the location, the service and the cleanliness. The staff were very polite and always helpful. I would be happy to stay here again
Charoskhon
Charoskhon, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Jan 2026
The breakfast was divine and fresh. The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Gigi
Gigi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
The food was good and the hotel was walking distance to most things on th mall. Staff was very accommodating.
Would definitely stay there again