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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005
  • Place, White House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Capital One Arena
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬
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Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and artwork on the walls.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a view of the city.

Luxury Corner Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility and Hearing Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a red sofa, a round coffee table, a TV, and two floor lamps.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table with a tray, a flat-screen TV, and a large black-and-white artwork of the Eiffel Tower.

Prestige 1 Bedroom Suite, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, valet parking, a business centre and conference space are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers 237 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The sightseeing around Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from White House. Free WiFi in public areas, a restaurant and a bar are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Wired Internet for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a porter and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of White House and National Mall
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 5500 square feet (511 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Opaline Brasserie – On-site brasserie. Open select days.
Opaline Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 82.60 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 45 to 70 for adults and USD 23 to 50 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
  • In-room cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift (107 centimetre 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (74 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1999
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 films

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
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • 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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 45 to 70 for adults and USD 23 to 50 for children
  • Fee for in-room wired Internet: USD 16.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 82.60 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sofitel Lafayette
Sofitel Lafayette Hotel
Sofitel Lafayette Hotel Washington DC Square
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Sofitel Washington Dc Hotel Washington Dc
Washington Dc Sofitel
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Hotel
Sofitel Lafayette Square Hotel
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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 834 out of 1218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 1218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1218 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ranny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel and near the main turist attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miyakia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and exceptional staff. Great location walking distance of all shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was included and wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Preeti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable! The staff was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

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Great food at the restaurant- close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

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Great location and a really comfy bed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone who worked at the hotel was so nice and so accommodating! We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean, staff was helpful and polite. There is a very nice restaurant in the hotel as well. We were able to walk to many attractions within a couple miles.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful all around including convenience to main sightseeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Algirdas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice room, fast check in and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was lovely and surprisingly quiet for DC!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sebastien

Great location in downtown, efficient and friendly staff, cosy and quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karel De

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Location was the best. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good room and beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen M

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Beautiful accommodations and very accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anamaria

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Room was clean, breakfast excellent! Great front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ioannis

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Clean room and polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

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Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

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Clean, luxurious accommodations, perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel we booked a junior suite and loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026