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The Hay-Adams

Property class: 5 and above

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A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate wood paneling, and a large floral arrangement.
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A grand building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a red door. Flags are displayed on the building's facade.
A balcony with a view of the Washington Monument and the White House.
A dimly lit, ornate room with a round table and red upholstered chairs, featuring a bar area with stools and a bartender.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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800 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20006
  • Place, White House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Smithsonian National Postal Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, K Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe King

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a nightstand, and a chandelier.

Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Classic Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and curtains with a floral pattern.

Classic Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and curtains with a floral pattern.

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 wired internet

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

A spacious living room with a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a dresser.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A spacious living room with a large dark wooden cabinet, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and two armchairs.

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Premier Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite, Park View (Lafayette)

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a nightstand with lamps.

Junior Suite, Park View (Lafayette)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About this property

The Hay-Adams

5-star hotel in Downtown Washington D.C.
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, valet parking, and 24-hour room service.
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Hay-Adams features a fitness center and complimentary bicycles. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This 5-star property offers access to a business center and limo/town car service. Event facilities measuring 6300 square feet (585 square meters) include conference space. This luxury hotel also offers multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

The Hay-Adams is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM on weekdays.
Lafayette - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Off the Record - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered, secured valet parking on site (USD 90 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered, secured extended parking on site (USD 90 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 25 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lafayette
  • Off the Record

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Piano

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6,300 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Spa

  • In-room massages

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1928
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

More

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

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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 25 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 50 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 90 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 90 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

The Hay-Adams Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 774 out of 914 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 914 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 914 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 914 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 914 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff super friendly. Exceptional location. Nothing negative to say.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful with car service and dining reservations to bringing ice to our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful classic old hotel …
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Really elegant hotel with fantastic staff in a brilliant location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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