Sofitel Washington Lafayette Square
806 15th St Nw
WASHINGTON,
DC,
US 20005
Location. The Sofitel Washington Lafayette Square is located in Washington, D.C., one block from the McPherson metro station Blue and Orange lines. The White House stands two blocks from the hotel.
Hotel Features. Fronted by American and French flags, this European-style hotel's entryway leads to a marble-clad lobby decorated with dark-wood furnishings and original artwork. A library located adjacent to the lobby offers plush red-velvet seating and a selection of reading materials. Dining options include ICI Urban Bistro that presents a contemporary twist on traditional French bistro cuisine. Le Bar is located at the entrance to the hotel and serves complimentary coffee and tea throughout the day and into the evening hours. The business center houses three computer stations and offers fax and photocopy services. A total of 3,300 square feet of function space accommodates events. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas for a fee. A complimentary, 24-hour fitness center houses cardiovascular and weight-training equipment. Pets are welcome at the Sofitel Lafayette Square hotel.
Guestrooms. This 12-story property offers 237 modern-style guestrooms embellished with Art Deco accents. Black-and-white photographs of famous Washington, D.C., landmarks grace the walls. Sofitel My Beds consist of pillowtop mattresses, down duvets, and a selection of down and throw pillows. Refrigerators are available for a fee upon request. All rooms include flat-screen televisions. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access is available for a fee. Laptop-compatible, in-room safes are complimentary. Bathrooms contain separate bathtubs and separate glass-enclosed showers.
Expert Tip. The Octagon House is located three blocks from the hotel. This Federal-period mansion and museum, located at the corner of New York Avenue and 18th Street, was built by a friend of George Washington and is purported to be haunted. James Madison signed the Treaty of Ghent in the Octagon House's Treaty Room, which signified the end of the War of 1812.
Breakfast Special:
Book a stay in a "Breakfast Special" room category and receive accommodations as selected plus complimentary daily buffet breakfast for two at Café 15. No refund on unused portion.
Surrounding Area
WHITE HOUSE - 2 BLOCKS
Room Information - Sofitel Washington Lafayette Square
Bed Type: Short Description: Superior room Long Description: One king bed with feather mattress, duvet, and pillows. Limited view. 300–350 square feet. Oversized desk. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Voice mail. Cable/satellite TV with premium channels and pay movies. Minibar. In-room safe. Turndown service. Marble bath with separate shower and bathtub, Roger & Gallet toiletries. Bed Type: Short Description: Superior room non refundable Long Description: One king bed with feather mattress, duvet, and pillows. Limited view. 300–350 square feet. Oversized desk. Marble bath with separate shower and soaking tub. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Voice mail. Cable/satellite TV. Pay movies. Video-game console (surcharge). Minibar. In-room safe. Turndown service. Non-refundable. Non-cancelable.
Property Information
Check In Time - 3 p.m.
Check Out Time - 12 p.m.
Credit card required
Deposit required upon check-in - $100 on Credit Card
Floors - 12
Guestrooms - 237
Hotel Built - 1880
Hotel Renovated - 2003
Limo/Town Car service available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Photo identification required
24-hour front desk
Star rating: 4
Check in time is 3:00 PM,
Check out time is 12:00 PM.
Area Activities
White House: 2 blocks
National Mall: 2 blocks
National Aquarium: 2 blocks
Octagon House Museum: 3 blocks
Dupont Circle: 1.0 mile
Washington Monument: 1.0 mile
Korean War Veterans Memorial: 1.5 miles
Vietnam Veterans Memorial: 1.5 miles
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: 1.5 miles
Jefferson Memorial: 2.0 miles
National Air & Space Museum: 2.0 miles
Smithsonian Institution: 2.0 miles
National Zoo: 3.0 miles
Driving Directions - Sofitel Washington Lafayette Square
From Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is five miles.
Follow signs south toward Abingdon Drive.
Turn left toward Alexandria/Washington.
Proceed toward I-395/Washington.
Merge onto George Washington Memorial Parkway North.
Proceed to I-395 North exit toward Washington.
Merge onto US-1 North.
Continue straight to go to 14th Street Northwest.
Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest.
Turn right onto 15th Street Northwest.
Policies & Disclaimers
You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book.
Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed
for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access
and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled
directly between you and the property.