The Hay Adams

The Hay Adams


There’s no way to sleep closer to the West Wing except by political ambition or the Hay Adams Hotel. Located on 16th and H Streets, just across the street from the White House, the hotel is one of the most revered landmarks in Washington D.C.

Named after previous residents John Hay (private assistant to President Abraham Lincoln) and Henry Adams (acclaimed author and descendant of U.S. Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams), the hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere, steeped in the location’s history.

Sophisticated interiors evoke the luxury of a late 19th century home, with rich wood paneling, fine fabrics and plush furniture. Each room and suite is outfitted with deluxe bedding and marble bathrooms with brass fixtures, as well as modern conveniences like digitally controlled heating and air conditioning, complimentary wireless Internet access and a Bose CD System.

The hotel’s recent renovations have created this to be one of the most desirable addresses for any visit to the U.S. Capital.

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Weddings at The Hay Adams


The Hay-Adams is located across from the White House on a famed site once occupied by the residences of John Hay and Henry Adams. The site offers unparalleled views of the White House, Lafayette Square and the national monuments.

The luxury hotel offers a five-hour wedding package that includes a one-hour cocktail reception with eight passed hors d’oeuvres, open bar with premium brand spirits, house wine and champagne, dinner and dancing open bar, custom three-course menu, wedding cake, champagne toast and a complimentary bridal suite for weddings of 100 guests or more.

Classy elegance is radiated in each setting with breathtaking views, rich furnishings and Italian Renaissance architecture. The John Hay Room is a signature setting with rich woodwork and period ceiling treatments that provide a warm, intimate ambiance. It can seat up to 150 guests with ample space for dancing.

Other venues include the Lafayette Room, which has large windows facing Lafayette Park. Crystal chandeliers and ornamental fireplaces accentuate its quiet luxury. The Rooftop Terrace provides a panoramic view of the White House, St. John’s Church and the national monuments. This tented space is available year-round and can accommodate 120 guests.

The Concorde Room features hand-painted wallpaper incorporating a pastoral scene. Crystal chandeliers highlight the airy Belle Epoque styling of the room. The Concorde Room can seat up to 50 guests.

Please contact our Virtuoso Wedding Planner [email protected] for more details.

Virtuoso Rate Includes:

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Continental breakfast daily for two guests per bedroom
• $100USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

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