Hay-Adams Hotel

Across from the White House in Lafayette Square, the beautifully restored Hay-Adams is a historic landmark with the distinct ambience of a private luxury residence. The Hay-Adams, then known as The Hay-Adams House, opened its doors in 1928 and quickly attracted elite travelers including Ethel Barrymore, Amelia Earhart and Charles Lindbergh. Guests were drawn to the hotel by its unparalleled views of the White House, Lafayette Square and St. John’s Church – and still attracts visitors to this day. With an Italian Renaissance exterior, the 5 star Hay-Adams Washington offers timeless elegance combined with modern luxury comforts and an unbeatable location. Continually named as one of the top hotels in the United States by numerous travel publications, The Hay-Adams Hotel DC continues to be a leader in luxury hospitality.

Look no further than The Hay-Adams Hotel for two of the city’s top choices for dining. Overlooking Lafayette Square, the elegant Lafayette Room offers an elegant atmosphere and fine dining at its best. For a truly memorable experience, experience Lafayette Room in the evening and enjoy the sounds of Tom Vogt, Washington’s favorite pianist, entertaining guests at The Hay-Adams for the last 17 years. A relaxing environment, delicious dining and nightly entertainment can also be found at Off the Record Bar, an award-winning venue named by Forbes.com as one of the “World’s Best Hotel Bars.”

Reminiscent of a distinguished private mansion

  • Closest luxury hotel to the White House, situated in Lafayette Square
  • A member of the Historic Hotels of America
  • Complimentary high speed wireless internet
  • Complimentary business center, open 24 hours
  • Complimentary fitness center
  • Two legendary dining venues offering live entertainment
  • 24-hour room service
  • Pet-friendly luxury hotel

Landmark luxury in Lafayette Square

All of the 145 suites and rooms at The Hay-Adams offer timeless elegance and modern convenience. The hotel offers numerous room types and a variety of views, lavish décor including marble bathrooms, plaster ceilings and some with decorative fireplaces and balconies. For gorgeous rooms that are elegant yet understated and that complement the historic surroundings, look no further than the The Hay-Adams.

A historic luxury hotel across from the White House

The hotel’s unrivaled location across from the White House, also means that guests are minutes from the National Mall, Washington Monument, Smithsonian Museums, Capitol Building and convenient access to Metro stations. Make your Washington, DC trip a memorable one; stay at The Hay-Adams. Call now to check rates and availability.

Press, Accolades & Awards

• Hay-Adams Hotel receives the AAA Four Diamond Award (maintained diamond rating every year since 1984)
  American Automobile Association (AAA), 2012
• T + L 500: The World's Best Hotels: Hay-Adams Hotel - scored 88.59 out of 100
  Travel + Leisure, 2012
• Best Hotels in the USA: Hay-Adams Hotel - ranked No.58 out of 154 exclusive hotels
  U.S. News & World Report, 2012
• Four Star Hotel Award
  Forbes Travel Guide, 2011
• T + L 500: The World's Best Hotels: Hay-Adams Hotel - scored 87.63 out of 100
  Travel + Leisure, 2011
• 2011 Gold List - The World's Best Places to Stay: Hay-Adams Hotel - scored 88.4/100
  Conde Nast Traveler, 2011
• Best Washington, DC Hotels: Hay-Adams Hotel - ranked No.2 out of 271 hotels
  U.S. News & World Report, 2011
• Best Hotel Bets (Best Location category): Hay-Adams Hotel
  Frommer's Washington, DC, 2011
• Best Hotel Bets (Best Views category): Hay-Adams Hotel
  Frommer's Washington, DC, 2011
• Fodor's 100 Hotel Awards (Grande Dame category) - Hay-Adams Hotel
  Fodor's Travel (USA), 2011
• T + L 500: The World's Best Hotels: Hay-Adams Hotel - scored 85.37 out of 100
  Travel + Leisure, 2010
• 'Top 100 Hotels' in the United States
  Condé Nast Traveler 2010, 1899
• Johansens Award for Excellence
  Condé Nast Traveler 2010, 1899
• Fodor's Choice Gold Awards 2010 - Best Sense of Place
  Fodor's Travel (USA), 2010
• World's Best Awards - Top 50 Large City Hotels in US/Canada
  Travel + Leisure, 2009
• Reader's Choice Top 100 Best Hotels in the United States
  Conde Nast Traveler, 2009
• World's Best Hotel, 2009/10
  Institutional Investor, 1899

Pool

• Property does not have a pool.

Spa

• Property does not have a spa.

Fitness Center

• Fitness center
• Complimentary access for hotel guests
• Open 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily

Dining

• The Lafayette Room - serving American cuisine, the dining room overlooks Lafayette Park and the White House
• Off The Record Bar - a relaxed atmosphere with dining and nightly entertainment

 Room Service: Available 24 hours

• 145 suites and rooms
• 124 rooms
• 21 suites
• 8 floors

• The Hay-Admas opened its doors in 1928 and attracted guests like Amelia Earhart and Charles Lindbergh
• 9 handicap accessible rooms (8 ADA-compliant rooms and one suite)
• Concierge (Available 24 hours)
• Car / Limousine service
• Courtesy drop-off service available within downtown (7 am to 10 am & 5:30 pm and 8 pm Monday - Friday, based on availability)
• Safety deposit boxes at the front desk and in-room safes
• Twice daily maid service
• Same day laundry (same day dry cleaning upon request)
• 24 hour business center equipped with a computer, fax machine and printer
• Express check out only (done through TV in-room)
• Foreign currency exchange
• 24 hour security personnel
• Nightly turn down service
• Wake up service
• Gift shop
• 6,000 sq ft of meeting space

Rates

• Rates do not include 14.5% tax
• Rates are based on single or double occupancy
• Children stay free when accompanied by an adult in the same room

Hotel Fees

• High Speed Wireless: No Charge
• Extra Adult: $30.00 Per Night
• Rollaway: No Charge
• Crib: No Charge
• Self Parking (No In and Out Privileges):
  • Self Parking - All Vehicles: $42.00 Per Night
• Valet Parking (No In and Out Privileges):
  • Valet Parking - All Vehicles: $42.00 Per Night
• Pets Welcome:
  • Pet Fee: No Charge (Under 25 lbs - guest required to sign pet waiver at check in)

Smoking Policies

• Non smoking rooms on request
• A minimum of $250.00 deep cleaning fee will apply if anyone smokes in the room

Check In and Check Out

• Guests must be 18 years or older to check in
• Check in 3:00 PM - Check out 12:00 PM
• Early departure fees may vary

Booking Policies

• Major credit card required to hold room and is mandatory at check in
• 1 night room and tax will be charged by the hotel if notified of cancellation after 12 pm Noon EST 24 hours prior to arrival
• Requirements above may vary for holidays / special events
• Please note that if the owner of the credit card we have on file will not be present at check in, the person checking in at the hotel will need to provide their own credit card. If you need to make arrangements to prepay your stay (either for yourself or for someone else), please contact us immediately and we will forward you a Credit Card Authorization Form as hotels usually require a minimum of 7 days processing time.

• Located in Lafayette Square across from the White House, The Hay-Adams is convenient to the McPherson Square and Farragut West Metro stations and is around the corner from the convention center
• 10 - 15 minutes driving time (approximately 5 miles) from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
• 40 - 45 minutes driving time (approximately 27 miles) from Washington Dulles International Airport
• 50 minutes driving time (approximately 32 miles) from Baltimore-Washington International Airport

Hotel Address

800 16th Street
Washington, District of Columbia
20006