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Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square vs The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, The Jefferson, Washington DC is preferred by most writers compared to Sofitel Washington DC. The Jefferson, Washington DC ranks #2 in Washington DC with approval from 20 reviewers like Afar Magazine, Oyster and Lonely Planet.

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
8 / 10
806 15th Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20005
From $142 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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 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 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 Gayot
"This hotel opened in the summer of 2002 in a historic building dating back to the late 19th century."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Brand Paris infiltrates America's executive block party with stealth, impeccable taste, and funky striped carpets."
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The Jefferson, Washington, DC
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
9 / 10
1200 16th Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
From $284 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"A Beaux Arts beauty built in 1923, The Jefferson has reopened after a two-year makeover that restored the gleam to its ornate plasterwork."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"A relatively small hotel, offering discreet and sensitive service in elegant surroundings."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"After a massive renovation in 2009, this boutique reopened, and regained its place among DC's elite hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Beaux Arts façade is particularly eyecatching with prints and documents, including some associated with Thomas Jefferson, on display inside."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Built as a grand private residence in 1923, the.Jefferson dazzles with its established reputation, impeccable service and classic exterior."
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