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Riggs Washington DC

Washington, District of Columbia

A storied former bank building reimagined as one of Washington DC's most characterful hotels.

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Property Overview

Riggs Washington DC occupies the historic former Riggs National Bank building, its guest rooms and suites designed to evoke the intimacy of a private safety deposit box. Banking-era details are woven throughout, while the hotel's heart is Café Riggs—a modern all-occasion restaurant in the tradition of Europe's grand brasseries—and a lower-level bar housed in the original bank vault, from the internationally acclaimed Mr. Lyan team.

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SmartFlyer Exclusives

  • Upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
  • Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom
  • $100 food & beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Early check-in/late check-out (subject to availability)
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Agent Tips

  • Ryan Chetiyawardana's underground bar in the original bank vault is one of DC's most distinctive drinking experiences, with cocktails rooted in America's diverse cultural heritage. Don't miss it.
  • Weekend brunch at Café Riggs is a Washington institution in the making, so make sure to book ahead for Saturday or Sunday.
  • Ask about the First Lady Suites, four individually designed rooms inspired by former First Ladies, each with its own distinct personality, freestanding soaking tub, and separate living room.
Accommodations

Banking heritage meets bespoke design.

The hotel's 181 rooms and suites are designed by the Lore Group London, outfitted with bespoke Voutsa wallpaper and headboards, Italian Carrara marble bathrooms, and D.S. & Durga bath amenities in the hotel's signature Debaser scent. Every suite has its own individual character, with subtle but impactful details that make each feel like a genuinely personal space both far away and right at home.
Gym

Fully-equipped gym in the old vault.

Located on the vault level, the gym offers access to state-of-the-art equipment twenty-four hours a day, ensuring you can continue to focus on your fitness and wellbeing during your stay.
Restaurant + Bar

Grand brasserie energy in the heart of DC.

Café Riggs takes its cues from the great brasseries of Europe, serving all-day menus across the bar, café, and dining room. Weekend brunch leans into the indulgent end with limitless champagne, French toast, and Eggs Royale, while dinner brings refined French-inspired dishes including seafood plateaus and French onion soup.

Silver Lyan occupies the building's original bank vault, an underground world created by bar visionary Ryan Chetiyawardana. The cocktail menu pays homage to the flavors and traditions that make up America's diverse cultural heritage.
  • Vibe
    Rooted in history but also contemporary, stylish, and unique.
  • Who's it for?
    Riggs DC has something for just about everyone, from history buffs and DC visitors drawn to the building's storied past, to couples and wedding parties looking for a genuinely characterful setting, and business travelers who want more than a generic corporate stay. Locals are equally at home here, thanks to Café Riggs and Silver Lyan pulling a strong neighborhood crowd.
  • Location
    Riggs DC sits in the heart of Penn Quarter, steps from the National Portrait Gallery, Ford's Theatre, Capital One Arena, and the National Mall. Art galleries, historical monuments, and world-class shopping are all within easy reach. This is one of Washington DC's most culturally rich and walkable neighborhoods.

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