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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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800 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20006
  • Place, White House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Smithsonian Institution
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room (One King Bed or One Queen Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom (St Johns Church View with King Bed) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, Park View (Lafayette) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, Park View (Lafayette)

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

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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. Also, George Washington University is within half a mile (1 km) and National Mall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • White House - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • K Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

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
  • ‪Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tatte - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬5 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, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • 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 to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 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 provided

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 to 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.

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

Hay-Adams
Hay-Adams Hotel
Hay-Adams Hotel Washington
Hay-Adams Washington
Hay Adams Washington Dc
The Hay-Adams Hotel Washington Dc
The Hay-Adams Hotel
The Hay-Adams Washington
The Hay-Adams Hotel Washington

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 Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hay-Adams on Jun 5, 2026 start from $718, including 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. 762 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 901 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, nice rooms, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sam Kellett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay. Everything about this hotel and the staff is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous Hotel with amazing staff and service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!! Friendliest staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ed

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Michał

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Historic hotel, good to stay there once. Not worth staying more
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Amenities
Really elegant hotel with fantastic staff in a brilliant location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel worth the cost
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best of DC

Excellent, 5 star accommodations service Love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!! Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Located in a good area, quiet at night, very nice, staff were great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Aliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was perfect, the dinner was quaint and exquisite and the accommodations top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Xia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mamdouh

Liked: Amenities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and location is perfect for walking DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing historical location, classic hotel, feels like you’re staying at the White House!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed out stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Hernan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel I have been in a very long time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

JEHYUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historical hotels to being stay

It was good pleasure to be staying here. Good view good location, with best services
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything- professionalism, attention to detail, cleanliness…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

John

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
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10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

wai yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to White House, Capital and the Mall - all walkable. Excellent service and breakfast was very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High end professional staff with full service; treat guests like royalty. Location amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023