“This is a special place. An old bank building, with all the associated grandeur and large proportions, completely overhauled with gallery-worthy contemporary style. Rooms are all individually designed; there is a superb french bistro and a bar that's sure to keep you coming back!”

Recommended for

  • City Style

    • The hoteliers have done a stellar job here, blending the grandeur of the old bank building with some cool contemporary style
  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the iconic Washington Monument and the Memorial Mall or the U.S. Capitol
  • Museums

    • The National Gallery of Art is a must see on any trip to the city
  • Other Activities

    • Pay your respects at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
  • Pet friendly

    • Small dogs are welcome (up to 40lbs)
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Designer

  • Luxury

  • Contemporary

  • Traditional

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Chic

  • Historic

  • Restaurant

  • Spa

Facilities

  • Rooms

    181 rooms in this hotel
  • Bar

    Arguably one of the most inventive cocktail lists offered in the city in this elegant bar
  • Pet friendly

    Small dogs are welcome (up to 40lbs)
  • Suites

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Massage

  • Parking

  • Wifi

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Restaurant

  • Spa

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit the iconic Washington Monument and the Memorial Mall or the U.S. Capitol
  • Museums

    • The National Gallery of Art is a must see on any trip to the city
  • Other Activities

    • Pay your respects at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

Map & Location

Other reviews

Riggs Washington DC: First In

This new D.C. hotel breathes new life into a historic building— and might just have the most inventive cocktail list in the country.

Originally published by CNTraveller

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