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    Sofitel Lafayette Square Washington DC

    3.8 (263 reviews)
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    Elevators in the lobby of the Sofitel
    Karen V.

    We had a great stay at this location. I'd give it 4.5 stars compared to other Sofitel Hotels we've stayed at in different parts of Europe. It's a star above the Sofitel New York in Midtown which wasn't as spacious. The building dates back to 1928, which is why the Sofitel Lafayette Square is considered to be a historic hotel. Accor acquired the office building and renovated it back into a boutique hotel. You can definitely see this in the art deco design of the lobby. I couldn't help but stare up at the grand look of the clocks above the elevators while sitting on the comfy emerald green lounge seating. There are gorgeous 1920's scenes of Paris inside the elevators and around the hotel. The mosaic flooring in the breakfast café was also a nice touch. There is a coffee and tea station in a little parlor type room to the right of the reception area. There are many advantages as a guest. Make sure you review the Urban Experience fee inclusions card for more details. It even includes a guided daily run and yoga classes, as well as a 10% discount on food and beverages at Opaline. We were able to get an upgrade to a luxury corner room. The service here is fantastic. The room was very spacious. The duvet cover was very comfortable and warm. I liked having a Nespresso machine with espresso cups and saucers. The leather furnishings were a bit worn, but clean. We appreciated the use of the robe and slippers provided. Although, my husband was also looking for slippers as well. I'm guessing there's not a need for 2 pairs of slippers. The shower stall is a good size, but I do suggest that they shorten the extension of the shower head during their next remodel. There's not a whole lot of extra room to soap up. The water pressure was very good. It looks like Sofitel switched from Hermes to the Balmain brand of products in their bathroom amenities. It's not as strong of a scent, which is nice. Overall, the room was quiet and comfortable. We enjoyed it! Our breakfast at Opaline was great. We especially loved the coffee. The location of the hotel is perfect. It's close to everything. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

    Wendy H.

    The front desk staffs are super nice and helpful. The room is big and it has both shower and tub. I love the view and the body care set. It smells great and the smell lasts long. Walking distance to many restaurants and the Whitehouse. Highly recommended :)

    Bathroom entrance
    Grace S.

    This is not a 5 star Hotel! The location is the only decent aspect of this hotel. It is located about three mins away from the White House in the heard of DC. Cons: - Old: this place needed a renovation like 15 years ago. They have old school light switches - the ones you flip up and down. The floor boards are worn and dirty. Beds: when you initially walk in you realize the mattresses are so worn that they sink down in the middle where people sleep Room service : does not exist! But at least food delivery services can deliver to your room directly Snacks: no where to even buy snacks on the property Fridge: the "fridge" in the room is a wine cooler and not even able to cook. It is musty and gross. Furniture: worn, old, outdated and ugly Technology: does not exist, basic channels on basic tv Parking: $75 a night Return: nope

    Jeannette M.

    Visiting DC from Jersey. The hotel is located in a great location. Walking distance to many of the museums, restaurants, and DC landmarks. The front desk was friendly and very helpful. The hotel is very quiet. The room and bathroom were clean. Great water pressure in the shower. Many amenities. The room was spacious. King size bed was very comfortable. The only complaint was that the coffee maker didn't work properly. It was a rainy weekend in DC. They had complimentary umbrellas, which was great. They have a restaurant and bar on premises. We didn't try them. Valet attendants are very attentive and quick to retrieve our car. The parking is $65 a night for a regular sized car. We had our car ready in 10 minutes. Nowhere else to park on the street. Check-in and check out were quick.

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    Rebecca H.

    I had a great stay here. The room was nicely decorated and modern. The bed was clean and comfy. I liked that the bathroom had a separate bathtub from the shower. The lobby area of the hotel was beautiful with lots of green velvet. There are several good restaurants within walking distance but if you didn't feel like venturing out, the restaurant at the hotel is also a good spot.

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    Theodore C.

    The parking is toughest task and getting around the city. The Valet "Million" was instrumental with navigating the area. He was kind and helpful being the first point of contact he provided positive momentum for the stay. The front desk and other staff we pleasant and helpful. Rooms were cool. Free coffee every morning. Location is close to everything.

    Sophia C.

    I expected more for a Sofitel - didn't look at Yelp before booking bc I thought, well it's a Sofitel, it'll be great. As other reviewers said, it's not what I consider a 5 star hotel. It was small and room was not particularly luxurious. Bathroom mirror was peeling and toiletries were "Balmain Paris" which I thought oh it'll be quality - so I used it when I normally use my own toiletries. Later I read the bottle and it's made in China!!! Acckkkkk! Like even a Renaissance which is a 4 star hotel uses Aveda ... c'mon... don't skimp on the toiletries in a "luxury" hotel.... I didn't mind the $65 valet bc I know DC parking is pricey. Location was decent (the reason I booked here) - we were walking distance to the White House, National Mall, all the Memorials. Staff was friendly and the beds/down pillows were very comfortable. Aside from that though, it was not up to the quality of a 5 star hotel.

    Lynda W.

    I enjoyed my 3 night stay at this hotel. The location is perfect for walking to the Smithsonian Museums and the monuments. It is convenient to the Red, Blue and Yellow Metro lines. The bathroom was stocked with Lanvin toiletries which I liked. The rooms are a good size and nicely decorated. The technology is up to date with WiFi working well. The tv had a wide selection of cable channels but no HBO. I was happy to see Google Chromecast on the tv so I could watch my favorite apps and programs cast from my phone. The one significant area I wasn't thrilled with was the check in. My room was not ready when I arrived. The clerk was extremely slow and wasted a lot of my time. I received a call when I could check in and was told that my luggage would be sent to my room. It never arrived so I had to go down and get it myself. It was on the floor behind the front desk and the attendant was conversing with the desk clerk. No offer of help. If I could award half stars, I would grant 3.5 rather than 4.

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    Bill S.

    Ooh la la! Walking into Sofitel Lafayette Square, the hotel air smells like a L'Occitane. What a joy it was to stay at this hotel. Knowing what I know about DC, I parked across the street. The hotel valet charges a fortune, mamma didn't raise no dummys! Walking into the lobby and checking in, its very chic. The one thing I noticed, there isn't anything complementary. I saw some hot water but no tea bags? It would of been nice to have a large jug of ice water with lemon slices? Get on that Sofitel, I'm an idea man. This hotel is in a prime location. I left my car in the garage, there was no need for any type of driving during my stay. Restaurants and shopping? All within the area. Public transportation? Boom, very close. Uber pick up, there are two entrances so make sure you tell the driver where you'll be. Walking into our room, its all new. The bathroom looks spotless, there is a tub as well as a standup shower. The bed was soooo comfy and the closets were also large and in charge. Once we put our stuff away and settled in, we went outside to relax on the street patio. I went to Total Wine, bought a cigar and some drinks for my wife and I to indulge before dinner at Joes Crabs across the street. My French-Canadian wife enjoys being greeting in French. That's the allure with the Sofitel Lafayette Square Hotel. Its secret is the high quality bath fixtures, soft sheets and great customer service. If we had more time, I would have liked to dine here but there is too much in the area. I walked a block away and went to Zekes for coffee & breakfast. Whatever your choice may be, you can't go wrong with the Sofitel Lafayette Square hotel.

    Bathroom sink. LAVIN PARIS amenities.
    Annie L.

    Beautiful hotel with an European flair. This hotel is a listed a member of the Historic Hotel of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide. I took my husband here for his birthday weekend of August 3rd & 4th. After a red eyed flight from San Francisco, we arrived in DC at 10am and decided to see if we can check in early. A wonderful doorman greeted us and held the door opened for us. Not only were we able to check in early (without a fee!), we were very pleased with the service and swiftness at the counter. Feel free to look at all the plentiful photos that I took of our room below! ROOM: A king size bed, not much of a view. View of a side building. Very clean, modern, tastefully decorated, with lots of space for 2 people. Room included a large bathroom with both a walk in shower and bathtub. LANVIN PARIS Body lotion, Shampoo and Conditioner which smells soo good! The whole room smelled fresh like a fragrance counter. Large bed, plush pillows. 2 complimentary water bottles for us. Coffee maker, flat screen TV. Closet with a safe. Artwork of Paris and the Eiffle Tower (wish our hotel in Paris has half as good as this!) as well as artwork of DC. Sunday morning, I woke up and ordered room service from the restaurant downstairs, Opaline Bar & Brasserie. I ordered scrambled eggs and French Toast. What a treat, breakfast was delicious with 2 small bottles of glass maple syrup (a touch that I only received at Bellagio Las Vegas, glass jams). The best part was the walk ability score to the White House, Museums, Parks, Restaurants, etc. Wonderful stay and would not hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone!

    Coffee stand and fridge area

    This hotel is nicer than an average hotel, but in comparison to other 5 star hotels I've stayed at it falls short in many aspects.I have never stayed at Sofitel and was excited to experience another luxury chain. I will not stay at this location again, and likely won't stay at Sofitel in any city. Let's start with the positives. The location was amazing. We were near everything & able to get everywhere within minutes. The staff was extremely professional, courteous and helpful. The security was great. There was an attendant at the front door all night and the elevator requires room key. The hotel smells amazing and is very clean. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. Where it falls short... there were no modern amenities, no personal touches and food options were very limited. For me, these items really make a hotel 5 stars. The shower had no bench or area for shaving and the water pressure was terrible, so bad we had to either take a steaming hot shower or hose off in the bath tub. I was so glad I didn't have to wash my hair. However, the soap, lotion and shampoo was very nice. TV was extremely limited with about 20 local channels, no option to project phone or sign into streaming apps like Netflix and we couldn't review room charges or checkout on the tv like in other luxury hotels I've stayed in. The phones were so old, l you couldn't hear anything when speaking to the front desk/ room service. The cleaning crew made beds and refreshed towels, but didn't throw away old food or obvious trash on the counters. The countertops/ desk were left untouched and unorganized and there were no sweet treats on pillows or thank you notes. The coffee & creamer in the room were off brands and comparable to your average 2-3 star hotel. No additional coffee, creamer or waters were left, even though we used them all everyday. I know how this section sounds but I am accustomed to these extra things when staying in luxury hotels & love them. There were simply no warm & fuzzy feelings or personal touches. We stayed during 4th of July weekend. The hotel provided umbrellas which was nice, but when I asked for towels/ blanket to watch the fireworks I was directed to the nearest CVS. I was floored by this response. And the food, there is a very nice French bistro in the hotel. It was delicious with great drinks. However, food at the hotel stopped when the restaurant closed at 9:45pm. There were no options for food after the restaurant closed. Room service was from the restaurant. No late night options, I was told to order from UberEats. Also, there are no kid friendly options to choose from. Overall we had a nice stay, but was disappointed since this hotel is considered a 5 star luxury hotel.

    Water stains
    Jess G.

    Honestly not the best and not up to Accor standards. My husband and myself came here to celebrate or anniversary. I used a suite upgrade and was excited to come spend time here. Our suite was facing the back of another building with not view at all which made me a little sad. The couch was stained and dirty and there were water spots on the ceiling. Cons: Lousily suite No specials occasion extras Expensive parking (expected in DC) Hot and stuffy bedding No rooftop area Pros: Location Good bar/bartenders Location

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    We really liked this hotel and the location is nicely located. Had cold water one day for a shower but other then that the room was nice

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    Excellent location, courteous staff and a very clean stay. Pricy but you can find good deals.

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    Yes and yes. The bathrooms are roomy and amazing. The fridge is small, but tucked in the entertainment center in the living room portion of the suite. Very nice room.

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    The hotel is ideally located behind the White House and close to most of the major tourist attractions.

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    My husband and I were chasing a Home Alone 2 fantasy. Lost in New York energy, but in DC. Christmas…read morerobes. Snacks packed. Jenny Lind Suite booked. That jetted tub was supposed to earn its keep. The room: genuinely beautiful. The technology: aggressively dated. The vibe: a 90s time capsule, complete with missing doorknobs. There was effort here, but it felt like the hotel was holding its breath, afraid any real investment might trigger the next recession. What they got right: The bellhops were fantastic. Warm, personable, fun. Truly the highlight. Most staff we interacted with were polite and willing to help, which made the gaps elsewhere even more confusing. What they got wrong (beyond the dated room and tech): For a hotel that loudly advertises luxury service, the customer experience fell flat. Outside of the arrival bowl of fruit, nothing felt elevated. Night two, we ordered pizza and planned a cozy Home Alone movie night. The technology made streaming impossible. Fine, cable it is. We called the concierge and asked for two plates. Just two. The answer was a flat no. We were told to walk down to the lobby restaurant and see if they might have plates "to spare." I'm sorry, what? The next morning, room service arrived... with someone else's order. It was corrected, but for a luxury hotel, that kind of miss is surprising. Housekeeping came through, but only halfway. The coffee and minibar were never restocked. In a suite. At a luxury hotel. This is table stakes. At 9:30 PM we stopped by the lobby circle bar. It was immediately clear the bartenders did not want to be there. I get it, service work is hard. Still, opening our interaction by warning us about last call at 11 set a strange tone. By 10:00, one bartender disappeared for 45 minutes. No refills. No check-in. No bill. Breaks are important. Coverage is also important, especially when you're selling a premium experience. Beyond the bellhops, much of the staff felt irritated to be present. Front desk to concierge, the energy was less "historic luxury hotel" and more "counting down the minutes." The hotel was also clearly prioritizing weekend tea and brunch revenue, to the point that the historic lobby was clogged with extra tables and largely unusable for actual hotel guests. Bottom line: this was not a luxury experience, and I would not recommend it. I'm only posting this publicly because I reached out directly to hotel management and never received a response. At that point, a review feels necessary.

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