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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette SquarevsWashington Hilton
Sofitel Washington DC and Washington Hilton are both praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Sofitel Washington DC is the choice of most professionals compared to Washington Hilton. Sofitel Washington DC comes in at 89 with approval from 13 publications like Fodor's, Zagat and Lonely Planet.
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
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Star Service
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Zagat
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Jetsetter
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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.
Washington Hilton Frommer's Lonely Planet
Oyster Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Star Service
Fodor's Zagat
1919 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington DC, DC 20009
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The hotel's vast conference facilities make it a sure pick for big tour and business groups." Full review
Lonely Planet "The 1960s-style semicircular structure has all the amenities you expect from a Hilton." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Located uphill from Dupont Circle, farther from the monuments but closer to the D.C. nightlife, this massive, 1,070-room convention-focused Hilton became a great hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Hilton Washington is just a stone's throw away from Dupont Circle and is convenient to a number of Washington, D.C. area attractions, including Georgetown and the Smithsonian National Zoo." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The garden setting is lovely, and the elevated location gives a good view of the skyline. Both the layout and size of this complex create a resort atmosphere."
Star Service "With its prized pool area and laudable meeting space, business and leisure travelers arrive in large numbers here, though commercial pursuits are this hotel's forte. " Full review
Fodor's "The outdoor pool, sundeck, and children's wading pool offer spectacular views of the Washington Monument." Full review
Zagat "Above DuPont Circle, in the imposing Washington Hilton Hotel, this light-filled, modern venue provides a soothing backdrop for the breakfasts and lunches served at its polished birch tables." Full review
