Top-Rated Hotels in Washington D.C.

Summary

1. Riggs Washington D.C.
2. The Jefferson, Washington D.C.
3. Rosewood Washington, D.C.
4. The Hay-Adams
5. Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C.
6. Hamilton Hotel Washington, D.C.
7. Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C.
8. The St. Regis Washington, D.C.
9. The Ritz-Carlton Washington, D.C.
10. Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C.

Popular sites such as the Lincoln Memorial and the White House continue to attract both domestic and international visitors to our nation’s capital. Travelers are increasingly drawn to the vibrant dining scene and the expanding waterfront area, which offer compelling reasons to explore Washington, D.C. The District of Columbia boasts several hotels as iconic as its historic landmarks. Notably, a newer hotel has emerged on this year’s list of top accommodations in Washington, D.C., as chosen by iBestTravel readers.

Every year, for its World’s Best Awards survey, iBestTravel invites its audience to share opinions on travel experiences worldwide, including evaluations of hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, and airlines. Hotels (including safari lodges) are assessed based on factors such as facilities, location, service, cuisine, and overall value. Properties are categorized as city hotels, resorts, or safari lodges according to their features and settings.

1. Riggs Washington D.C.

Interior of the Riggs Washington D.C. — Jennifer Hughes/Courtesy of Riggs Washington D.C.

Opened two years ago, Riggs Washington D.C. features a bold, jewel-toned design within the historic 1891 building that once served as Riggs National Bank’s headquarters. Each of the 181 rooms boasts playful, bespoke elements crafted by Voutsa, a renowned design studio. Guests particularly appreciate the culinary offerings at Café Riggs, which presents innovative takes on Continental dishes. Additionally, in the historical bank vault lies Silver Lyan, the first cocktail lounge established by master bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana beyond Europe. A reader noted, “Riggs presents a beautiful aesthetic to the D.C. market with top-notch food and beverage options in a design lover’s paradise.”

Score: 97.45

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