The Hay-Adams

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Smithsonian Institution

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The Hay-Adams

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Exterior
Banquet hall
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Meeting facility

Overview of The Hay-Adams

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
800 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20006
  • Popular LocationWhite House8 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Mall14 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Museum of African American History and Culture16 min walk
  • AirportWashington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)14 min drive

Room options

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Park View (Lafayette)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Mobility/Hearing Accessible Superior King - Accessible Tub

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (White House View with 1 King Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (St Johns Church View)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Mobility/Hearing Accessible St. John's Church View King Suite - Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Mobility/Hearing Accessible Superior King, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Park View (Lafayette)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (St Johns Church View)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Park View (Lafayette)

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (White House view)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Mobility/Hearing Accessible St. John's Church View King, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Park View (Lafayette)

  • 1098 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom (St Johns Church View with King Bed)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Central Washington getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Washington D.C. hotel, you'll find Smithsonian Institution and White House. National Mall and National Museum of African American History and Culture are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • White House - 8 min walk
  • National Mall - 14 min walk
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 16 min walk
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 16 min walk
  • George Washington University - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Farragut West Station - 4 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cheesecake Factory - 4 min walk
  • Off The Record - 1 min walk
  • Peet's Coffee and Tea - 4 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Zeke's Coffee of DC - 4 min walk

About this property

The Hay-Adams

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Smithsonian Institution
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and limo/town car service are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 6300 square feet (585 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Hay-Adams. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 145 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 6300 sq ft of conference space
  • 585 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1928
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Hay-Adams offers 145 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Refrigerators, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 62 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 62 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15–30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Piano

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 25 lbs per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15–30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 62 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 62 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hay-Adams to the airport?

The Hay-Adams is 5.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hay-Adams?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hay-Adams on Apr 21, 2024 start from $439.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Hay-Adams have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hay-Adams.

Does The Hay-Adams offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Hay-Adams, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15 and 30 per person.

Is there a casino at The Hay-Adams?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but MGM National Harbor Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Hay-Adams?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Hay-Adams?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 62 per day. Extended parking is available for USD 62 per night.

Does The Hay-Adams have a pool?

The Hay-Adams does not have a pool.

Does The Hay-Adams have a restaurant?

The Hay-Adams is home to Lafayette, which features American cuisine and brunch.

Does The Hay-Adams have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Hay-Adams to downtown Washington?

The Hay-Adams is 0.8 mi away from Washington.

The Hay-Adams Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 703 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 828 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 828 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best expeience at a DC hotel ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic ambiance, attentive and courteous staff, delicious food, old school architecture, and “southern” charm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023