Independence Day is a day to reflect on who fought and died in the birth throes of this nation, but what's looked forward to more than anything else is a night full of brilliant, colorful explosions of light. Fireworks honor the battles waged to establish our independence from England, and over the years these displays have grown so elaborate that their focus is to wow an audience. No other firework display can match the one provided on the National Mall in Washington D.C.
Located in Lafayette Square overlooking the White House, many of the 237 rooms in this French style four-star hotel offer the same view of the National Mall Independence Day fireworks display that the President of the United States and his family enjoy. With over 130 years of sterling service and located only four miles from Ronald Reagan International Airport, the Hotel Sofitel includes the ICI Urban Bistro, offering the finest French cuisine that utilizes the freshest locally grown ingredients. The Tourist Information Desk in the lobby will provide show and/or museum tickets.
The Hotel Sofitel, Washington DC
806 15th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20006
202-730-8800
www.accorhotels.com
The most contemporary four-star hotel beside the National Mall, W stands next to the Department of Treasury Building, with many rooms overlooking the White House beyond. A fusion of modern elegance blended with Italian Renaissance styles, the hotel includes J & G Steakhouse by Jean-Georges and the POV bar on the rooftop, where you can watch the National Mall fireworks should your room be one of the few not featuring a view of the mall. To do the Fourth of July right, try the Boom with a View package, which combines a room overlooking the mall with tickets to the rooftop concert at POV during the lavish display.
W Hotel Washington, D.C.
515 15th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20004
202-661-2400
www.starwoodhotels.com
Possibly the most popular hotel near the National Mall for foreign dignitaries and the nation's wealthy elite, Hay-Adams is across the street from Lafayette Square with south-facing rooms affording excellent views of the White House, St. John's Church and the entire National Mall. From here, you will have virtually the same view of the fantastic fireworks display as the one enjoyed by the residents of the White House. Walking distance from Washington, D.C.'s most popular tourist destinations---including the Smithsonian and the Capitol Building---Hay-Adams' 144 rooms and 21 suites provide unmatched comfort and elegance.
The Hay-Adams Hotel
800 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
202-638-6600 or 800-853-6807
www.hayadams.com
