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The Hay–Adams is a historic luxury hotel located at 800 16th Street NW in Washington, D.C., directly across from Lafayette Park and the White House. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, it occupies the site of former mansions owned by John Hay and Henry Adams, with its Italian Renaissance-style building opened in 1928. The hotel offers 124 guest rooms and 21 suites alongside fine dining and event spaces, serving as both a landmark property and an active gathering place for Washington's business and cultural life.
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The hotel stands at the corner of 16th and H streets NW, with Lafayette Park and St. John's Church positioned directly across the street. This placement puts guests within walking distance of major national institutions, including the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. The property is a contributing member of the Lafayette Square Historic District and the Sixteenth Street Historic District, and is recognized as part of Historic Hotels of America.
Built in 1928 on the former site of connected 19th-century mansions once owned by diplomat and writer John Hay and historian Henry Adams, the hotel's Italian Renaissance architecture reflects Washington's design heritage of that era. The building was designed by architect Mihran Mesrobian.
The hotel comprises 124 guest rooms and 21 suites. Guest rooms include Classic, Deluxe, Premier, and Accessible categories, with Premier Rooms measuring 385 square feet and available with either one king bed or two double beds. Suites range from Lafayette Park View Junior Suites and St. John's Church View Suites to Signature Suites, each with varying levels of space and views. Connecting rooms and accessible options are available for guests with specific needs.
The Lafayette offers upscale contemporary American cuisine in a fine-dining setting with natural light by day and candlelight by evening. The restaurant features a Private Dining Room with an ornamental fireplace and views of Lafayette Park, suitable for special occasions and gatherings. Off The Record is the hotel's cocktail bar, known for its collection of artwork created by editorial cartoonists and handcrafted drinks paired with light bites. Top of the Hay serves as an event and gathering space with wraparound views over the White House and city skyline.
The hotel serves business travelers and government officials conducting official business in Washington, as well as couples seeking an urban luxury retreat. Families with multiple guests can arrange connecting rooms or suites, while those organizing special occasions, power dinners, or formal gatherings benefit from the hotel's fine-dining restaurants and private event spaces.
Editorial verification: Hay–Adams Hotel is affiliated with The Leading Hotels of the World; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The Hay-Adams is at 800 16th Street NW, at the corner of 16th and H streets, directly across from Lafayette Park and St. John's Church, with clear views of the White House.
The hotel has 124 guest rooms in Classic, Deluxe, Premier, and Accessible categories, plus 21 suites including Lafayette Park View Junior Suites, St. John's Church View Suites, Lafayette Park View Suites, Signature Suites, and Accessible Suites.
The Lafayette serves upscale contemporary American cuisine for fine dining, while Off The Record is a cocktail bar known for handcrafted drinks and artwork by editorial cartoonists. Top of the Hay provides an event venue with city and White House views.
Yes, the Hay-Adams is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and is recognized as part of Historic Hotels of America.
The hotel opened in 1928 on the site of former mansions belonging to diplomat John Hay and historian Henry Adams. It was designed by architect Mihran Mesrobian in the Italian Renaissance style and is a contributing property to the Lafayette Square Historic District.
Yes. The Lafayette's Private Dining Room and Top of the Hay venue accommodate special occasions, power dinners, and gatherings with views of Lafayette Park and the city skyline.
Hay–Adams Hotel is affiliated with The Leading Hotels of the World; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Hay–Adams Hotel is in Washington, United States. Address: Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, United States.
| Location | Washington, United States |
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| Address | Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, United States |
| Brand / alliance | The Leading Hotels of the World |
| Official website | hayadams.com |
| Area guide | Ward 2 luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
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