The Best Washington D.C. Hotels With Afternoon Teas
Afternoon tea became the social thing to do in Britain in the 1840s, two centuries after the first teas were brought from China. The British added the dainty sandwiches and pastries, to appease the long period between lunch and dinner. Today, several Washington D.C. hotels offer this stately tradition.
Park Hyatt Washington DC.
Why it made the list
The Park Hyatt boasts a tea sommelier, so you can bet they know a thing or two about afternoon tea. You’re served in the Tea Cellar, with more than 50 rare and limited-production, single-estate teas on offer. Tea service, offered Sunday afternoons between 3 and 4:30 pm, includes housemade savories, pastries and scones.
Willard InterContinental
Why it made the list
Afternoon Tea is served in the historic Willard’s famed Peacock Alley, featuring live harp music, organic teas, finger sandwiches and fresh pastries. Tea is served between 1 and 4 pm Friday through Sunday. For something even more special, come for the Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea during spring’s cherry blossom season, when Peacock Alley fills with cherry blooms and you can enjoy ikaati teas and Japanese-inspired savories and sweets. A Holiday Afternoon Tea with a festive twist is offered in December.
Fairmont, Washington D.C.
Why it made the list
Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont is more modern than most, with curried chicken brioche among the savories and sweets including earl grey tea flan. It’s served in the Loggia Lounge, overlooking the flowery courtyard garden. Afternoon Tea is offered between 2 and 4 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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