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Kimpton The GeorgevsSofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Sofitel Washington DC ranks significantly higher than Kimpton George Hotel. Sofitel Washington DC scores 89 with praise from 13 sources such as Fodor's, Zagat and BlackBook.
Kimpton The George
Frommer's
Concierge
DK Eyewitness
Michelin Guide
BlackBook
Zagat
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Time Out
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15 East Street, NW, Washington DC, DC 20001
From $136/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Behind a facade of stainless steel, limestone, and glass is one of Washington's hippest places to stay, and it's within easy reach of both the Capitol and Union Station." Full review
Concierge "Right next to Capitol Hill, this Kimpton property was the first hotel to bring cutting-edge design to a very traditional, Federalist city."
DK Eyewitness "One of the most fashionable hotels in the city, deserving attention because of its innovative design, excellent business accommodations... and its fine bistro-style restaurant."
Michelin Guide "George Washington is the father of this country and Hotel George is the father of this, the city's modern hotel scene."
BlackBook "Unabashed Capitol Hill hideaway for the closeted trend fiend, metrosexual lobbyist, fast-paced corporates wearing glasses by Christian Roth."
Zagat3.3
"Praised for its "warm", "funky-chic" atmosphere and "always-welcoming" staffers, this "hip" boutique offers "large", "modern" accommodations."
Lonely Planet "George was the first DC hotel to take the term ‘boutique’ to a daring, ultramodern level." Full review
Gayot "The founding fathers would flip their wigs over this funky modern hotel."
Time Out "The first Kimpton Group property in DC, the George sets the bar high." Full review
Fodor's "Portraits of America's first president by Andy Warhol protégé Steve Kaufman and chic modern furniture adorn public areas and add a pop of bright color to the mostly white public spaces." Full review
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Frommer's DK Eyewitness
Star Service Gayot BlackBook Zagat Lonely Planet
Jetsetter Time Out
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
806 15th Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20005
From $142/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The hotel's ICI Urban Bistro restaurant and Le Bar lounge are popular gathering spots, especially in pleasant weather, when urbanistas jam ICI's terrace tables." Full review
DK Eyewitness "On a corner of Lafayette Square, this 1862 building has been transformed by the French Sofitel chain into an elegant contemporary hotel."
Star Service "The well-maintained accommodations revolve around their big beds, with ceiling-high mahogany headboards and cloudlike duvets. Technology is given a boost with the 38-inch flat-screen TVs." Full review
Gayot "This hotel opened in the summer of 2002 in a historic building dating back to the late 19th century."
BlackBook "Brand Paris infiltrates America's executive block party with stealth, impeccable taste, and funky striped carpets."
Zagat4.2
""Incredible" service soars "above all expectations" at this "outstanding", "luxurious" and historic property also boasting "modern, elegant" accommodations."
Lonely Planet "In a fabulous corner location with lots of windows, the Sofitel’s airy rooms let in loads of natural sunlight." Full review
Jetsetter "French-infused stay a block from the White House, with Pierre-Yves Rochon interiors and a popular bistro." Full review
Time Out "From the outside, the Sofitel looks like a typical big-city American hotel, but there’s a clue to some subtle differences: a French flag flying alongside the Stars and Stripes." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In some way, every Sofitel is a Parisian hotel, and despite the inescapable fact of its location in downtown Washington, the Lafayette is no exception." Full review
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Try to book corner rooms 14 and 26, which have windows on two sides flooding the space with light.
