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The Hay-Adams

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Elegance overlooking Lafayette Square serenity

Historic ambiance and old school architecture define this elegant hotel, situated in a serene neighborhood overlooking Lafayette Square. Delight in exceptional dining and top-notch service, all within walking distance to The White House and vibrant city attractions.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is SAR 2,323
SAR 2,693 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May

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About this property

The Hay-Adams

  • Luxury boutique hotel near Smithsonian Institution
  • Located close to White House and Walter E. Washington Convention Center, The Hay-Adams provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Lafayette, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
  • Other perks include:
    • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge)
    • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge), and luggage storage
    • Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and a porter/bellhop
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 145 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Childcare services and free infant beds
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
    • 37-inch HDTVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
  • The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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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

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 62 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 62 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hay-Adams pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hay-Adams?

As of 23 Jumada I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hay-Adams on 24 Jumada I 2026 start from SAR 2,323, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 62 per day. Extended parking is available for USD 62 per night.

What time is check-in at The Hay-Adams?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Hay-Adams?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Hay-Adams located?

This family-friendly Washington hotel is located near the airport, within a 5-minute walk of Lafayette Square and Smithsonian Institution. White House and National Mall are also within 15 minutes. Farragut West Station is only a 4-minute walk and McPherson Sq. Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 762 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 901 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

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
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

8/10 Good

Michał

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Historic hotel, good to stay there once. Not worth staying more
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Brice

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

10/10 Excellent

Aliette

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

10/10 Excellent

JEHYUN

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

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

scott

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel

Our family really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is beautiful and service is amazing. We appreciated the cleanliness and amenities the hotel had to offer. Location is excellent, just outside the White House. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful and historic hotel just a stones throw from the White House. We also loved the downstairs bar which is warm and cozy and a great vibe. Staff is lovely and the room was classic beauty from a bygone era in the best possible way.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Libby

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Every member of the hotel staff we encountered was courteous, friendly and very professional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property in a lovely neighborhood. Walking distance to many great sites and restaurants. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was accomidating. The room was quaint.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location close to The White House. A few issues with my room but staff was very responsive and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff are extraordinary.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was exceptional. From bottled water to umbrellas to overall friendliness, the staff made our stay fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hay Adams- would stay again!

The service was wonderful. My room was amazing. I ate in the bar and had a wonderful waiter and the food was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing view from my room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hay-Adams hotel was very beautiful. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. If I ever come back the Washington DC again, this is place I would stay. Love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You. A tell this is a 5 star hotel from the top notch service and beautiful decor. Location can’t be beat as the White House is within view. The staff was excellent. We would definitely stay here again. Great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel relative to proximity to White House. Service is almost over the top it is so attentive and on top of you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024