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    Raj B.

    This review is for the 'Top of the Hay at Hay-Adam's' which is a terrace located on the ninth floor. I attended a dinner at the Terrace which had great views of the White House and the surrounding Neighborhood. The food was great and the service was good although I had a hard time getting an Uber back out of that location.

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    Bob R.

    If you have never visited the Hay Adams in Washington DC, you are simply letting the best in life pass you bye. Many of the World's movers and shakers have stayed at this historical hotel. There is good reason for that, the Hay Adams is the pinnacle of what a great hotel should strive to become, they have an amazing attention to detail that far exceeds your expectations. They really know how to pamper their grateful guests. I was asked for my name upon arrival and I was greeted by name when I was seated as well as upon my departure. This may seem like a small thing but it meant the world to me, well done! Thank you for making my stay special, I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

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    John C.

    We had a Greg casual dinner at Off The Record bar. It was a lively, fun place to hang out. Food and service were great. Looking forward to going back again.

    Salmon and risotto
    Amanda C.

    Beautiful hotel right by the White House. Got to redeem Amex FHR benefits and used our $100 food credit on room service and $60 breakfast credit during brunch. The decor reminds gives me beautiful old Victorian vibes. Service was generally really good but found some people at the front desk to be kinder than others. Sadly the restaurant was closed on Sunday night so we had to order room service. Got the steak frites, salmon and risotto, and octopus. Everything was as expected but the risotto was a bit undercooked and didn't have as much flavor as I thought it would. Octopus can easily be overcooked but luckily it was perfect. Dinner came with a nice side of bread and butter as well as bottled fresh spring water. During breakfast we had the benedict royale and marscarpone pancakes. Savory was good but the pancakes were a tad too sweet for us.

    Adam B.

    Very plush and comfortable place to stay. The staff are ultra-professional and accommodating. Even people who weren't around when I checked in seemed to know my name, which on the one hand could be a touch unsettling, but overall makes it seems like they place priority on their customers. The lobby is absolutely gorgeous with its wood columns, arches, and embellished white ceiling lit by gold bulbs in the chandeliers with copious fresh flowers. The Lafayette Room is just up a short flight of stairs off the lobby and served a very nice brunch. The branzino was perfectly prepared and the service was polished. Off the Record is a classic hotel bar down a set of stairs off the back of the lobby (see separate review). I decided to go for a little more space and got the executive studio, which gives you a sitting area with a sofa and coffee table, along with a separate closet nook with a desk. The bathroom was quite large, with very upscale toiletries, a separate tub and shower, and a commode with multiple controls for temperature and spritzing various parts of your undercarriage. I was on the second floor overlooking the enclosed courtyard, so not much in the way of view, but it was blissfully quiet. Bed was very comfortable and the decor was classic upscale and very soothing. It oozes class and grace. If you're using public transportation, the Farragut West and the Lafayette Square Metro stops are both close by. Farragut West is just a little closer.

    Executive Studio room

    An immaculate historic luxury hotel, operating since the year 1928. The Hay-Adams is a shining example of what a 5 star hotel should be, which is no surprise considering their affiliation with Leading Hotels Of The World. Their location is ideal, offering panoramic views of the White House, and walkability to many significant DC sights, restaurants, and museums. I stayed in an Executive Studio room ($700/night), which was wonderfully quiet, and visually stunning. I loved the gold and cream color palate, juxtaposed with black and white photos and modern amenities. This room features separate desk and seating areas, a spacious bathroom, and a beautiful canopy bed. The mattress and bedding were cloud-like. From the moment I arrived, I felt warmly welcomed and appreciated. All of the staff I encountered were genuinely lovely; polished professionals who were seemingly always one step ahead of anything I needed. I ordered room service one morning: a stack of buttermilk pancakes with blueberries and an oat milk cappuccino. The pancakes were delicious, and the espresso perfectly pulled. I highly recommend The Hay-Adams for a memorable stay in Washington D.C.

    Maya P.

    We came your specifically for off the record, which was highly recommended by a friend. Such a cool speakeasy vibe. Decor is great, the food was tasty and well presentation clean cute decor inside. Nice bathrooms.

    View from the ninth floor conference space showing the White House, Washington mt, Jefferson mt, Maryland, Virginia, and the Potomac.
    Bill P.

    Top notch hotel. Outstanding breakfast experience. Unbelievable view from the top floor. And clubby elegance.

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    They know how to treat their guests. We'd come back again anytime. Centrally located

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    Great hidden gem. Atmosphere and service were also excellent. Will def be back. The staff was very welcoming.

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    We were in town last November before Thanksgiving, and had a great stay at The Hay-Adams from start to finish.

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