Stay at the Sofitel Washington DC and Celebrate Cherry Blossom Season
Spring is officially here and that means the rush to see the Cherry Blossom trees around the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC is a must! It’s the perfect time for the quintessential spring getaway! And for LGBTQ+ travelers, you’ll also have the opportunity to check two new bars that recently open, too!
Remember to pack your dancing shoes to experience DC’s newest gay dance club, Bunker, or if you just want to mingle with the locals in a fun gayborhood bar where everyone is welcomed, stop by The Little Gay Pub. Most LGBTQ+ bars and clubs are located in the Logan Circle, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, and U Street Corridor neighborhoods in the District.
If you’re looking for accommodations while visiting the nation’s capital, you may want to consider staying at the Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, located just two blocks from the White House and within walking distance of the city’s top attractions, including the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, National Museum of the American Indian, National Museum of African American History and Culture, and other popular Smithsonian museums.
Voted the No. 1 Best Hotel in Washington, DC and the No. 46 Best Hotel in the World in 2022 by Condé Nast Traveler Readers, The Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square also invites out-of-towners to join in celebrating the end of the Cherry Blossom blooms with unique onsite experiences. So, take advantage of these great offerings before the season ends!
Cherry Blossom Package
Stay steps away from the Tidal Basin and experience the trees in their fullest bloom with the Cherry Blossom package, which includes daily breakfast, a nightly cherry blossom cocktail, and a signed print of Cherry Blossoms painting by local and beloved artist Maggie O’Neill for the first 15 guests to book. Click here to get more info about Sofitel’s Cherry Blossom package.
Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea
Sofitel DC’s French-inspired Le Goûter or afternoon tea now has a cherry blossom twist! Every Saturday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm through April, guests can indulge in sweet and savory fare while sipping on hand-crafted teas, coffees, and cocktails. Delicious, sweet treats will also be served such as a White Forest Cherry Cupcake, Blueberry Scone Cherry Pie, and a Cherry Frangipane Tart. Click here to get more information about the Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea.
Cherry Blossom Wall
Guests can take a photo of the beautiful Cherry Blossom Wall on Opaline’s Terrace and tag Sofitel DC on Instagram for a complimentary Le Japonais Revisité, the restaurant’s cherry blossom-inspired cocktail.
Cherry Blossom Menu
Dine at Opaline Bar & Brasserie for a curated Cherry Blossom menu including cherry macarons and perfectly sweet and salty pink caramel popcorn.
Artist Maggie O’Neill Celebrates Former First Ladies in Newly Refreshed Opaline Bar & Brassiere
Sofitel DC has unveiled their newly refreshed, Parisian-inspired Opaline Bar & Brasserie featuring local Washingtonian artist Maggie O’Neill’s paintings of former First Ladies, such as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. O’Neill is known for her iconic impressionistic artwork highlighting famous Washington, DC landmarks and leaders. She was called to personally present her painting to Barack Obama to then-President Obama!
O’Neill comments about her latest First Ladies collection: “The power of women and women in power is a large focus of my work and storytelling is my goal. I hope my vibrant and colorful depictions of these women spark curiosity and conversations around their lives, legacy, and historical impact.”
Plan your trip to Washington, DC to explore its new gay bars and popular attractions, especially before the Cherry Blossoms Festival officially ends on April 16! Book your stay at the Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square now!
