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Riggs Washington DC

5.0 star property
Travelers savor French cuisine at elegant Cafe Riggs before borrowing bicycles to visit Ford's Theatre and other DC landmarks with help from multilingual staff

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters - Riggs Washington DC (Washington)
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine - Riggs Washington DC (Washington)
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters - Riggs Washington DC (Washington)
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Riggs Washington DC, located downtown, offers breakfast through dinner at its stylish brasserie. Guests can work out anytime at the 24-hour health club and use complimentary bicycles to visit nearby attractions like Ford's Theatre and Capital One Arena.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (First Lady Ida McKinley)

  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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Suite (First Lady Angelica Van Buren)

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  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Gallery Suite

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
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  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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9.2 out of 10
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  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
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  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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9.2 out of 10
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(23 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Atelier Suite

  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Family Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 57 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Family Classic Room

  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, Riggs Washington DC is in Downtown Washington D.C., a walkable area in Washington with great shopping. Smithsonian American Art Museum and Ford's Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Washington Monument and White House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Capital One Arena. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Washington travel guide
Map
900 F St NW, Washington, DC, 20004

What's nearby

  • Smithsonian American Art Museum
    Smithsonian American Art Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ford's Theater
    Ford's Theater
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • CityCenterDC
    CityCenterDC
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Capital One Arena
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Washington_WalterEWashingtonConventionCenter_6034985_03
    Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gallery Place Chinatown Station
    4 min walk
  • Washington Union Station
    20 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    4 min walk
  • Zaytinya
    3 min walk
  • Succotash
    1 min walk
  • Mi Vida
    3 min walk
  • Maman
    3 min walk

About this property

Riggs Washington DC

Luxury hotel near Smithsonian American Art Museum
Located close to Ford's Theater and Capital One Arena, Riggs Washington DC provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour health club. The on-site American cuisine brasserie, Cafe Riggs, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycle rentals
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, ATM/banking services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 181 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Designer toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and on-request microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Riggs Washington DC is listed in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 64 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 6 to 32 for adults and USD 6 to 32 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Riggs
  • Silver Lyan

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,500 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 11 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • Built in 1891
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 46.38 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 32 for adults, and USD 6 to 32 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 64.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - 81-5379080
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the health club or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Riggs Washington DC Hotel
Riggs Washington DC Washington
Riggs Washington DC Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Is Riggs Washington DC pet-friendly?

Yes, Riggs Washington DC allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 64.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Riggs Washington DC?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riggs Washington DC?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Riggs Washington DC located?

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., this luxury hotel is steps from Smithsonian American Art Museum and Ford's Theater. Capital One Arena and White House are also within 15 minutes. Gallery Place Chinatown Station is only a 4-minute walk and Center Station is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Riggs Washington DC Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1113 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1442 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1442 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic old style hotel. Excellent location, nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Great location and fabulous staff. Spacious, clean rooms. Great breakfast and restaurant/bar. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Clean Rooms, Great Style and Friendly Staff - Loved the bar
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great late check out options. Fabulous location steps to exhibits.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was top notch. Great coffee
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel is beautiful, extremely welcoming staff, very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really classy hotel with wonderful bar and restaurant. Felt like you were in the middle of all there is to see in the city. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant has great food quality and selection. Good service and nice atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic property with a very helpful, friendly, and professional staff. Well done!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable location in the heart of things
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Beautiful hotel, very kind staff members very clean hotel rooms. Riggs Café delicious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful! Excellent location!! Staff very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerrold William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in and check out and great helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ajia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was beautiful and everyone I encountered was so nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean great food and staff can’t beat location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent staff, rooms were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oganes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean staff was professional restaurant was not expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

rasa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and room service excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Positives: Friendly staff, comfortable room and bed, nice shower. Things that need work: Electical in our room had issues, fridge and coffee didn’t work first day. Internet is slow and had streaming issues trying to use Netflix.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above my expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is excellent. Lovely hotel in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Great amenities and staff is top notch. Will definitely come back, 10/10 highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Limited room amenities, such as drawers, robes, shower, caps, and regular coffee. was very dark, even with all the lights on. Service what’s wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of our coffee pods were decaf and the bathroom toilet paper holder was loose and fell onto my ankle. Otherwise, everything was great. Restaurant breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026