The White House in Washington, D.C., has been the official residence and headquarters of the president of the United States since 1800, when John Adams lived there. The White House houses the president's Oval Office, the vice president's office, and pieces of important American art. Nearby attractions include Lafayette Square, the National Theater, the National Mall, the Washington Monument and the National World War II Memorial. Hotels are available close to the White House.
The Hay-Adams Hotel, the closest hotel to the White House, was built in the 1920s as a residential hotel for diplomats. This hotel has 144 rooms and suites, many with a direct view of the White House or St. John's Church. Each room has an iron and ironing board, hairdryer, free wireless Internet access, voice mail and luxury bathrooms. The on-site restaurant specializes in gourmet local cuisine and drinks. Fully equipped business and reception rooms for up to 150 people are available for booking.
The Hay-Adams Hotel
800 16th St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20006
202-638-6600
hayadams.com
The Willard InterContinental Hotel is just two blocks from the White House. This hotel has luxurious guestrooms and suites with satellite TVs and DVD players, minibars, tea- and coffee-making facilities, wireless Internet access and a work area. Many rooms have a stunning view of the White House and surrounding monuments. Hotel services include a fully equipped business center, floral shop, fitness center and spa, which provides massages, facials and aromatherapy. The hotel's on-site restaurant, Cafe Du Parc, specializes in French cuisine and wines.
The Willard Washington D.C.
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20004
871-423-4931
ichotelsgroup.com
The Grand Hyatt Washington, D.C., is a luxury hotel a short walk from the White House. The hotel has 888 large rooms with flat-screen HDTVs, hairdryers, tea- and coffee-making facilities, irons and ironing boards, large work areas and video messages. Hotel guest services include valet parking, an indoor pool and fitness center, 32 meeting rooms, dry cleaning, and wireless Internet access. A deli, cafe, bistro and bar provide guests with food and drink during their stay.
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20001
202-582-1234
grandwashington.hyatt.com
