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The result adds a welcome note of playfulness to the elegance you expect from a Washington D.C. luxury hotel.
Guide Michelin, May 2024There are more options now than ever before, but Riggs’s exemplary design, destination dining, and whimsical details—all within the confines of landmarked architecture—makes it an instant standout.
Conde Nast Traveler, November 2023Awards
Global Tastemakers 2024
A global panel of food and travel experts name their top hotels for food and top hotel bars for drinks.
Top 15 hotel bars in US: Winner
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Hotels Own Introduction
A Historic Landmark Reimagined
Originally constructed in 1891 as the headquarters of Riggs National Bank, the iconic building at the corner of 9th and F Street earned its place in history as the “Bank of Presidents.” Today, it lives on as Riggs Washington DC, where the building’s storied past is celebrated through thoughtful design and detail.
A Tribute to the Golden Age of Banking
Each of the hotel’s 181 guest rooms and suites draws inspiration from the secure elegance of a safety deposit box, offering refined comfort with subtle nods to the building’s financial legacy. Throughout the hotel, guests encounter curated design moments that reflect the glamour and precision of early American banking.
Café Riggs – A Vibrant Gathering Place
Located on the ground floor, Café Riggs is the heart of the hotel—a modern American brasserie with a French spirit. Serving an all-day menu in an elegant, light-filled setting, the restaurant reimagines timeless dishes with a fresh, contemporary approach.
Silver Lyan – Cocktails in the Vault
Hidden beneath the hotel, in the building’s original bank vault, is Silver Lyan—a cocktail bar from the internationally acclaimed Mr Lyan team. With creative mixology rooted in history and global influence, this underground space offers an atmospheric escape in one of Washington’s most distinctive settings.