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.
VIP Access
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Laundry facilities
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Valet parking
In-room childcare
24-hour business center
Business center
6 meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Library
Front-desk safe
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
In-room childcare (surcharge)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
The current price is $229
$229
$300 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Room options
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility and Hearing Accessible)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
34 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
34 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
43.0 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Luxury Double Room, Multiple Beds, City View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
42 sq m
City view
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
37 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
34 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Corner
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (Prestige)
Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View (Prestige)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
56 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible )
National Museum of African American History and Culture - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Capital One Arena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Washington Monument - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 16 min drive
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 31 min drive
Washington Dulles Intl. 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 Intl. 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
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
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of White House and Smithsonian Institution. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 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 Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: McPherson Sq. Station is 3 minutes and Farragut West Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
237 rooms
Arranged over 12 floors
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 available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets stay free (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 65 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–noon on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private dining
Private picnics
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
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 & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & 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 check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 34.79 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
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 (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 for adults and USD 23 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
Pet deposit: USD 500 per stay
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 65 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's 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.
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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?
Yes, pets stay free, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. A deposit of USD 500 per stay is required. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 65 per day. Electric vehicle 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 onsite 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 onsite 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. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.
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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Very relaxing stay
mary
mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Room was spacious and beautifully appointed. Beds were first class. All around wonderful stay.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Couples getaway
Fantastic stay with great room and amenities and excellent location.
Pete
Pete, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
Huge room with comfortable bedding,!
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 25, 2025
Remodel needed but clean
This hotel needs a major remodel.
Shawna
Shawna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Great location.
Carlos
Carlos, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
The hotel was beautiful and well maintained. The staff was extremely helpful, we would definitely stay again.
Mario
Mario, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Great location
EVE
EVE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
Loved our stay!
Laura Catharine M.
Laura Catharine M., 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
Great Stay
I stayed here for 3 nights with my four young kids. The room was clean, comfortable and quiet at night. The location was perfect for us. We were able to easily walk to many of the sights, which was really nice.
Nicole
Nicole, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
Excellent location.
Angel Alberto Leyva
Angel Alberto Leyva, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
Always delivers - beautiful hotel with excellent
Customer service
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Lovely stay at the Sofitel
Our stay was everything we could ask for. The room was large and the beds comfy. The towels were luxurious. We ate breakfast every morning and the selection was great and food delicious.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Wonderful
Lovely hotel and great location.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
it truly was a home away from home
LINDSEY
LINDSEY, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
Great DC location
Rob
Rob, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Really beautiful place. Enjoyed the holiday decorum and the vibe of the bar area and had a wonderful breakfast too! The room was beautiful. Overall beautiful boutique hotel!
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Conveniently located
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Great location!!
Anissa
Anissa, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Great location! Easy check-in.
Homer
Homer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Great hotel in great location!
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Would stay again
Ruby Joyce
Ruby Joyce, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Great stay. Ill definitely stay again.
Preston
Preston, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Great location, really nice hotel!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Lovely stay. Room was clean and tidy. Service was excellent and location was perfect.