Riggs Washington DC
Washington, D.C., United States · ★★★★★ · 9.4/10 Exceptional · guest rating
Boutique hotel in a restored former bank in downtown Washington, steps from Smithsonian museums, Ford's Theatre and Capital One Arena.
Riggs Washington DC occupies a Beaux-Arts building that once housed a historic bank in the heart of the nation's capital. The restoration kept the marble columns and high-ceilinged halls, and today the lobby greets guests with a glass of champagne beneath those columns. It is a boutique hotel for travelers who like the idea of sleeping inside a piece of Washington history.
In the basement there is a creative cocktail bar, and Cafe Riggs serves breakfast and other meals; the hotel also lends bicycles for getting around downtown. There is a fitness center, Wi-Fi at no charge and pets are welcome. Services, hours and bicycle availability can change, so confirm them with the hotel before you travel. It is a practical base for exploring the capital's center on foot.
Why stay here
- Boutique hotel in a restored former bank in Washington
- Marble columns, high halls and a basement bar
- Smithsonian museums and Ford's Theatre a few minutes on foot
- Hotel bicycles for getting around downtown Washington
- Tip: ask the hotel how to borrow the bicycles
The setting
The hotel occupies a historic building on F Street NW, in downtown Washington. The photos show a long dining room, a bar with marble columns, a lobby with red sofas, and rooms with touches of color such as red throws, upholstered armchairs and patterned sofas. The bathrooms have glass-enclosed showers. The style blends the building's heritage with contemporary design, for a refined but relaxed feel.
What we like
- Restored historic building with marble columns and high-ceilinged halls
- A one-minute walk from the Smithsonian National Postal Museum
- Ford's Theatre and Smithsonian museums a few minutes away on foot
- Creative cocktail bar and cafe in the hotel
- Bicycles for getting around downtown
Worth knowing
- There is no pool at the hotel
- Downtown can be noisy and very busy on event days
Don't miss
Have a cocktail at the basement bar and explore the Smithsonian museums on foot, just a few minutes away. If there is a show or event, Ford's Theatre and Capital One Arena are close by, so there is no need to move the car.
Facilities
- Restored historic building
- Cafe Riggs
- Basement cocktail bar
- Fitness center
- Bicycles for getting around downtown
- Wi-Fi in the rooms
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
- Staffed front desk
- Pets allowed
Location
The hotel is at 900 F Street NW, in downtown Washington. The Smithsonian National Postal Museum is a one-minute walk away, the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Ford's Theatre about 2, Capital One Arena about 3 and the Walter E. Washington Convention Center about 9. Traffic varies, so leave some extra time for transfers.
Address: 900 F St NW, Washington, DC, 20004
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Riggs Washington DC?
It is on F Street NW, in downtown Washington. Several Smithsonian museums, Ford's Theatre and Capital One Arena are a few minutes away on foot.
Is it a historic hotel?
Yes. It occupies a restored former bank building, with marble columns and high-ceilinged halls. It is best to ask the hotel about the details of the restoration.
Does it have a fitness center?
The hotel has a fitness center for guests. Hours and equipment can change, so it is best to confirm them with the hotel before you travel.
Are pets allowed?
The hotel is listed as pet friendly. Conditions and restrictions can vary, so it is best to check with the hotel before you book.
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