Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
About us
Bienvenue to Sofitel Lafayette Square, where French luxury meets American history. Located steps from the White House and other historic landmarks, it is in the perfect location for exploring the city. After adventures through the district, relax in our luxurious and spacious guest accommodations. Choose from superior and luxury king and double guest rooms, or treat yourself to one of our elegant suites. Enjoy French-inspired dishes and drinks from locally inspired ingredients at our signature restaurant Opaline Bar & Brasserie. We invite you to live the French way in the Nation’s Capital at Sofitel Washington DC. The Sofitel offers premier downtown Washington DC meeting space. The elegant Art Deco interior of our Washington DC conference facilities is infused with contemporary style, offering 7,201 sq. ft. of meeting and social space (inclusive of Opaline Brasserie). The exquisite, 1,800 sq. ft. Paris Ballroom accommodates up to 160 people for a seated dinner and has its own entrance on H Street. Our downtown DC meeting planning team will also expedite all function details for a flawless event. For a Virtual Tour: https://visitingmedia.com/tt8/?ttid=sofitel-washington-d-c-lafayette-square#/360?group=0&tour=0&c13rl3=0&ha17=1
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- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
- Health club
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Staging area
- AV equipment
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
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This is a smoke free facility.
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2024- Top Ten Hotel in Travel + Leisure 2023- Top Ten Hotel in Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast 2022- Condé Nast’s Reader’s Choice Awards – #1 hotel in Washington DC Platinum Partner with IGLTA, the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association
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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square Frequently Asked Questions
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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Accor today offers Net Zero Carbon calculation to our clients. In partnership with MyClimate.org, our teams work with clients to reduce the footprint of their event and purchase high quality verified carbon credits to balance remaining emissions.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
planet21@accor.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, https://press.accor.com/h1accor-commits-to-global-elimination-of-single-use-plastics-in-guest-experience-by-2022-h1/?lang=en
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Upon re-opening. Sign-up list/pre-book fitness center and not going above socially distanced capacity.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Yes, Upon re-opening. Increased frequency of cleaning, following corporate guidelines, disinfecting wipes available for guests.
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, 48h rest period for pillows and duvets, bathrobes available upon request, headboard disinfected between guests.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Yes, Following local government ordinance, 9/3/2020 at Phase II, 50% capacity, max. 6 people per table, tables 6 ft. apart. Masks mandatory for all guests except when eating and drinking. Masks mandatory for all staff throughout shift
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://solidarity-accorhotels.com/en
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
NA
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
DIVERSITY.INCLUSION.COMMUNICATIONS@accor.com
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