My family and I stayed at The Hay-Adams at the end of March 2013. The online reservation system was somewhat confusing. I had to call the hotel directly to make a reservation. There seemed to be some discrepancy between what was offered online and what hotel reservations offered me. We wound up reserving a room with a king bed and... More

The location by the White House is the Hay-Adams' calling card, and the service during our one-night stay was impeccable. It is definitely "old style" with a modestly-sized and slightly stuffy lobby (The plethora of greeters crowded into the lobby area somehow add to the formal feeling of the place). The front desk is small and seemed low-tech by today's... More

The location is unbeatable. You can walk to The White House - it is right across the park - the National Mall and many cool restaurants. The staff is very polite, cordial and accommodating. Great amenities, turn-down service, etc. Everything you expect from a fabulous hotel. In terms of the room, not all the rooms even in the same category,... More

The Hay Adams is literally across from the White House. DC is quite small, and this hotel is perfectly located to all major attractions. The hotel rooms are lovely, spacious and warm. The "Off The Record" bar is wonderful. The only gripe I had with the hotel was that the breakfast service was very slow. We ate at the restaurant... More

We recently spent 3 days in DC, a mix of business and pleasure. We tried the Hay Adams and will be back for sure. The common areas and our rooms (a junior suite and an adjoining room) were freshly updated. We are sticklers for cleanliness and our rooms were spotless. The housekeeper was excellent and supportive of our special needs,... More

My review refers specifically to the main dining room restaurant. Just off off the main reception area this little jewel is traditional decor at its finest. One can dine in elegance to the mellow tunes of the background (live) piano music. Table service is well appointed and accommodating and we recommend the crab cakes! Everything is top notch there. One... More

My wife and I had the pleasure of spending two nites at the Hay-Adams Hotel in D.C while attending a wedding. The hotel staff could not have been more accommodating and pleasant. The lobby, dining room , lounge and bar had the classic old world charm that one might expect from a richly historic hotel. The rooms were elegantly appointed... More

When my husband and I want a break, we drive five miles south and spend a night or two at the Hay Adams. We can spend the day walking Washington and then relax in the stunning bar and elegant restaurant without even having to commute home to Chevy Chase. Ridiculous to stay so close to home? Perhaps. But we love... More

We had a wonderful five days at the Hay Adams, the room was excellent, the breakfasts were just wonderful, and Sunday brunch was a delightful experience. The staff were all helpful, especially Eric (who I see has been mentioned before) fully recommend.