Once the site of a grand hotel where presidents and celebrities resided in the 1800s, this fabled address has been restored from the original building designed by Mihran Mesrobian in 1925. Sofitel Washington, D.C. Lafayette Square continues to host celebrities, emissaries, dignitaries, and heads of state from around the world with its French authenticity, levels of service, and cuisine served in high French style. The 12-story building, located on Lafayette Square in historic Washington underwent an extensive makeover in 2014 and 2015, showcasing Art Deco-infused elements blended with design touches inspired by The White House renovations in the 1960s.