Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Dupont Circle and Embassy Row, Washington DC

Virgin rating

Superior Room
Deluxe Luxury Room
Superior Room
Superior Room
Deluxe Luxury Room
Superior Room

The hotel

Featuring a certain sense of pizazz throughout as well as numerous contemporary comforts and state-of-the-art facilities, the Sofitel Washington on Lafayette Square provides all the answers to your shopping, sightseeing and entertainment dreams. Head to the Opaline Bar & Brasserie for French-inspired cuisine and a specialty cocktail. All in all this is one Washington postcode that's worthy of your attention and not just because of the White House, the Washington Monument and the National Theatre which are all within a well-aimed stone's throw from the Sofitel's front door.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Situated on the corner of Lafayette Square bordering the White House and close to numerous downtown sites including Smithsonian museums, war memorials and vast green parks. Transfer time from Dulles International Airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

237 rooms and suites on 12 floors. All with air-conditioning, 55” HDTV, Bose© sound system, mini-bar*, coffee maker, separate bath and rain shower, hairdryer and iron and board. Superior Rooms are 370-400 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Deluxe Luxury Rooms are 400-450 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Junior Suites are 426-475 sq ft and have a separate living area with additional TV, with 1 king-size bed in the bedroom and pullout sofa bed in the living area, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. 

Opaline Bar & Brasserie (classic French food, seasonal dishes and cocktails, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Fitness centre. Concierge. Laundry/dry-cleaning and ironing service*. Complimentary WiFi.

This hotel has a resort fee of $34.79 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Urban Experience fee includes the following: 

  • Morning Tea & Coffee in The Lobby 
  • Refreshing Afternoon Beverage in The Lobby 
  • Premium WiFi Access 
  • Morning Guided Runs 
  • Yoga Classes 
  • $10 Movie Credit Per Day (for Platinum ALL Members) 
  • $10 Laundry/Dry Cleaning Credit Per Day

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: one person must be aged 21 years and over in each room at check-in.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great, cozy hotel

Dec 12, 2024 Kyle1078

I had a lovely stay while on a business trip. The staff and amenities are top-notch and I enjoyed the First Lady theme of the hotel.
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Dec 11, 2024 blonde1903 Swedesboro, New Jersey

This is not a luxury hotel. The lobby is nice and the front desk staff were great. The front desk staff told us we were upgraded to a room with a view. We were excited to see the view, and it turned out that the view was the building across the street. There was trash in parts of the room. The room was dark and there is a light switch when you… Read more
This is not a luxury hotel. The lobby is nice and the front desk staff were great. The front desk staff told us we were upgraded to a room with a view. We were excited to see the view, and it turned out that the view was the building across the street. There was trash in parts of the room. The room was dark and there is a light switch when you walk in but its for the closet area (which doesn't make sense, the closet is around the corner). I thought the AC was going or the windows were drafty because there was cold air blowing on me and we couldn't control the temperature on the thermostat. The room and the building in general needs a lot of sprucing up. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Favorite hotel in DC

Dec 8, 2024 brendas36 Easton, Maryland

Charming, boutique, French, amazing staff, great room, luxury sheets, great morning coffee… the best! Lyndzie makes you feel so welcome upon arrival! Ian too! Thanks to all the great staff!
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Dec 6, 2024 MikeyCheeseHead Las Vegas, Nevada

Great experience from check-in to check-out. All staff were courteous and polite and very helpful. My room was cleanly and very comfortable. The location in downtown D.C. is perfect, it is centrally located and within walking distance to all major attractions. Overall just a great hotel to stay at during your visit to D.C.
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Nov 13, 2024 Brenda S

Veronique!!!! Thank you for the new 20 lb weights in the gym!!! That was fast!!! So grateful!! 🤸🤸🤸🙌🙌🙌 Also- I’m not the only one who is grateful- both yesterday and today there were others using them also! 🎉🎉🎉⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️