Omni Shoreham Hotel reported hauntings

The Omni Shoreham Hotel, a long-standing hotel near Rock Creek Park that opened in 1930, is frequently mentioned in local and national accounts of hotel ghost stories, with guests and staff reporting occasional anecdotes of unexplained sounds or sightings; such accounts appear in travel and paranormal guides and are treated as folklore. The Shoreham is historically known for hosting inaugural balls and major events, which contributes to its prominence in Washington lore alongside these anecdotal stories. The property continues to operate as a hotel and event venue with documented architectural and social history.