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Sofitel Lafayette Square Washington DC

806 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Sofitel Lafayette Square Washington DC
Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 323 reviews from 4 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Based on 323 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 4.7 out of 5

    "Stayed at the Sofitel because it was recommended by friend and by it reputation." source Orbitz

    "The overall atmosphere here is refined and classy, perfect for couples as it is quite, maybe a little too refined for families with small children." source Hotels.com

    "I would recommend this hotel to anyone, whether it is for a romantic getaway or business trip, this hotel will meet your every need." source Travelocity

    "This is a great hotel within walking distance to the White House, Smithsonian and monuments." source Expedia

    "This is a wonderful hotel, far exceeds any other choice in this price point." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "The room was clean and the only indication of it being a smoking room was the smell of other guests' smoke in the hallway." source Travelocity

    "Our room was very clean and the beds were the most comfortable we had ever slept on." source Expedia

    "Rooms were super clean, room service was extremely fast and housekeeping was even faster in bringing extra towels, etc." source Travelocity

    "It was clean, quiet, friendly, modern." source Travelocity

  • Service: Rating of 4.7 out of 5

    "Room service is quick and good." source Hotels.com

    "lovely decor; polite and helpful staff; great location near restaurants; squares and the whitehouse; nice amenities in the bath; comfy bedding and good breakfast food." source Travelocity

    "Service could not have been better." source Expedia

    "Very friendly and helpful staff, delicious food, wonderful accomodations." source Travelocity

    "The service cannot be beat." source Expedia

  • Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "I make frequent trips to the DC area for both business and pleasure. This is one of the nicer hotels which is conveniently located and easily accessable to all major attrations." source Hotels.com

    "It is perfectly located to view all the monuments and museums and to walk to some great restaurants in the downtown area. The metro is very close for farther locations." source Travelocity

    "Highly recommend - walking distance to many attractions." source Expedia

    "We loved the location and the hotel." source Hotels.com

    "We had children accompaning with us, and they were more than attentive to finding child friendly restaurants in the area." source Travelocity

  • Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "We stayed 4 nights at Sofitel, with the 4th night free - it was a great deal at this price, and the deal was what made us book this hotel." source Hotels.com

    "Luxury, incredible staff, comfortable room, unbelievable restuarant, all for a very reasonable price." source Travelocity

    "Situated very close to the White House, beautiful small hotel; good value." source Expedia

    "Great luxury at an affordable price. Just as nice as the Ritz at less than half the price." source Travelocity

    "Great hotel - great price." source Travelocity

  • Room: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "Staff were very accommodating and room was extremely comfortable." source Orbitz

More information on Sofitel Lafayette Square Washington DC

The Sofitel Lafayette Square is in a historic building from 1880, located at the corner of Lafayette Square, which borders the White House. This exclusive location is close to the famous museums of the Smithsonian Institution, national monuments, principal government agencies, Embassy Row and the Convention Centre. The hotel offers 220 rooms and 17 suites. For the guests the hotel offers refined French cuisine in contemporary surroundings at -Cafe 15-, lobby lounge and piano bar. There are 6 meeting rooms, which can accommodate up to 160 people.

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Year Built:

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Year Renovated:

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Total Rooms:

Superior Double:The room offers 2 Double beds, Working Area. 400sq.ft or37sqm/Marble bath w/separate glass enclosed shower/2-phone lines/LCD TV/Minibar/AirCond/Dataport/High speed access/Voice mail/Hair dryer/Electronic safe/Iron. NO ROLLAWAY Amenities. Crib upon request.Sofitel Suite:The room offers 1 King size Bed, Living Room, Work Area, Largebathroom. At least 475sq.ft or 44sqm Spacious 1 bedrm w/ 1 separate living room. Large desk w/ 2-line phone & voicemail, HI-speed internet. LCD TV/Bathroom w/ separate glass enclosed shower & bathtub.Superior Room:The room offers 1 King size bed, Working Area. 370sq.ft or 34sqm/Marble bath w/separate glass enclosed shower/2-phone lines/LCD TV/Minibar/AirCond/Dataport/High speed access/Voice mail/Hair dryer/Electronic safe/Iron. NO ROLLAWAY Amenities. Crib upon request.Luxury Room:The room offers 1 King size bed, Large Working Area, City View.400sq.ft or 37sqm/Marble bath w/separate shower/2-phone lines/Minibar/LCD TV/AirCond/Dataport/High speed access/Voice mail/Hair dryer/Electronic safe/Iron. NO ROLLAWAY Amenities. Crib upon request.

Total Floors:

12 floors.

Rooms:

Superior Double:The room offers 2 Double beds, Working Area. 400sq.ft or37sqm/Marble bath w/separate glass enclosed shower/2-phone lines/LCD TV/Minibar/AirCond/Dataport/High speed access/Voice mail/Hair dryer/Electronic safe/Iron. NO ROLLAWAY Amenities. Crib upon request.Sofitel Suite:The room offers 1 King size Bed, Living Room, Work Area, Largebathroom. At least 475sq.ft or 44sqm Spacious 1 bedrm w/ 1 separate living room. Large desk w/ 2-line phone & voicemail, HI-speed internet. LCD TV/Bathroom w/ separate glass enclosed shower & bathtub.Superior Room:The room offers 1 King size bed, Working Area. 370sq.ft or 34sqm/Marble bath w/separate glass enclosed shower/2-phone lines/LCD TV/Minibar/AirCond/Dataport/High speed access/Voice mail/Hair dryer/Electronic safe/Iron. NO ROLLAWAY Amenities. Crib upon request.Luxury Room:The room offers 1 King size bed, Large Working Area, City View.400sq.ft or 37sqm/Marble bath w/separate shower/2-phone lines/Minibar/LCD TV/AirCond/Dataport/High speed access/Voice mail/Hair dryer/Electronic safe/Iron. NO ROLLAWAY Amenities. Crib upon request.

Directions

Sofitel Lafayette Square is located 8 miles from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and driving time is approximately 15 minutes.

Area

Washington.

Attractions

The White House Washington Monument Smithsonian Institution Decatur House National Geographic Museum National Museum of Women in Arts Corcoram Gallery Treasury Building

Dining

ICI Urban BistroICI Urban Bistro offers a fresh and contemporary twist on traditional French bistro cuisine. Offering French comfort food using the best local ingredients, ICI Urban Bistro provides patrons with the perfect place to mix, mingle, share and enjoy.Le BarLe Bar is located at the entrance to the hotel on the left. Le Bar is open from 10 a.m. until midnight from Monday to Sunday. Complimentary coffee and tea is available from 6.30 a.m. until 10 A.M. every day.

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