The Hay - Adams Hotel - Washington
38.900514, -77.036719Overview
5-star Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award hotel overlooking the White House in Washington, D.C.
Location & Setting
The Hay-Adams sits directly across from the White House on Lafayette Park, placing guests within walking distance of the National Mall and Smithsonian Museums. This historic 1920s building has hosted political figures and events for decades, offering direct access to the center of Washington's political life. The hotel's position also provides views of the White House and the Washington Monument from select rooms and the rooftop.
Accommodations
Guest rooms at the Hay Adams hotel feature fine Italian bed linens, in-room Bose CD players, and a daily newspaper delivered each morning. Many rooms offer direct views of the White House, and turndown service includes white chocolate replicas of the White House. The hotel provides allergy-free rooms and accessible accommodations with thoughtful features for all guests.
Dining & Entertainment
The Lafayette serves contemporary American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a room overlooking the White House. The Off the Record bar, recognized by Forbes.com as one of the World's Best Hotel Bars, offers a speakeasy atmosphere with creative cocktails and a unique dinner menu. The hotel also hosts walking tours, bike tours, and happy hour events for guests.
Services & Amenities
The hay adams hotel provides 24-hour concierge service, valet parking, and electric vehicle charging stations for guest convenience. A fitness center with newer Technogym equipment overlooks a manicured rock garden, and the business centre offers fax, photocopying, and meeting facilities. Pet owners can request pet baskets and bowls, and babysitting services are available for families.
Events & Special Occasions
Expert event planners at The Hay-Adams arrange personalized weddings, proposals, and celebrations in spaces that offer views of the White House. The hotel's rooftop is accessible by request for photography, and the concierge team can secure last-minute museum tickets and dinner reservations. Reviews note that the staff consistently goes above and beyond to make special occasions seamless.
- Location: Across from the White House on Lafayette Park
- Dining: The Lafayette & Off the Record bar (World's Best Hotel Bars)
- Service: 24-hour concierge, valet parking, electric vehicle charging
- Accommodations: White House view rooms, Bose CD players, Italian linens
- Pet-Friendly: Pet baskets and bowls provided
- Events: Expert planners for weddings and proposals
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
On-site parking lot
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Fitness center
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Aerobics
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
Room view
- City view
- Park view
- Interior view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- In-room computer
- Direct dial telephone
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about The Hay - Adams Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 585 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 5.4 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Ronald Reagan Washington National, DCA |
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Reviews of The Hay - Adams Hotel
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