Best Luxury Hotels in Washington D.C.

The AC Hotel Washington DC Downtown is the ideal option for those looking for a comfortable stay in a modern setting with excellent amenities and a collection of luminous and spacious rooms. The hotel features the AC Kitchen which serves a European breakfast spread to start your day the right way while the AC Lounge offers a tapas menu to pair with the selection of Spanish wines or the AC signature Gin & Tonic. Guests are invited to make the most of the facilities offered by the 24-hour, fully equipped fitness centre with Peloton bike. This hotel is pet friendly. The hotel’s location is conveniently close to two major metro stops meaning you’re well connected throughout your stay.

Formerly the General Post Office, the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC is housed in a monumental building that has stood since the 1840’s. The hotel is located withing less than a five-minute walk from some of Washington DC’s most popular attractions including the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Capital One Arena and Ford’s Theatre. The hotel is comprised of 184 guestrooms and suites with a perfect balance of traditional decoration and contemporary comfort and featuring the Robert Mills Suite with its 20ft ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows on the corner of the hotel. Guests are invited to dine at the Dirty Habit Restaurant and Bar with a chic outdoor patio and exquisite food and beverage options. Guests can also reserve private and in-room dining options to enhance their stay. There is a fully equipped 24-hour fitness centre. The hotel is pet friendly and provides guests with access to Wag! Premium benefits for the duration of your stay.

The St. Gregory Hotel Dupont Circle can be found in a unique and privileged position where the Dupont Circle, Georgetown and Washington D.C.’s West End intersect. The hotel is comprised of 156 studios, suites and Premier Level accommodation options including the 1000sqft penthouse St. Gregory Suite which features a private wraparound terrace and a cosy gas fireplace. Guests are welcome to dine at Ellington Park Bistro which serves French specialities, experimental cocktails and a range of excellent wines. The hotel offers a fully equipped fitness centre with Peloton bikes. For more professional endeavours, there is a 24-hour business centre. The St. Gregory Hotel Dupont Circle makes the perfect venue for meetings and celebrations including weddings thanks to the selection of event spaces on offer. The hotel is pet friendly.

The Hotel Lombardy Washington DC is an elegant boutique hotel in the centre of Washington DC’s Business District. The building features a stunning 1920’s architecture while the interior is adorned with European-inspired décor. There are 140 guestrooms and suites with the most notable being the Parkview Suite with a walk-in wardrobe and stunning views over James Monroe Park. Guests can opt to dine all throughout the day in the delightful Café Lombardy on bistro-style cuisine or enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the Venetian Room Bar & Lounge with an expertly crafted cocktail in hand. Spa treatments are available on-site thanks to Relax & Rejuvenate. There is also a fitness centre for guest use. The hotel offers three distinct meeting and event spaces for hosting anything business events to celebrations and functions with full-service catering.

Standing today as the Riggs Washington DC Hotel, the former headquarters of Riggs National Bank, known as the Bank of Presidents, offers luxurious and unique accommodation to travellers from around the world. The hotel is comprised of 181 carefully designed guestrooms and suites with elements reflecting the building’s history with the exquisite Riggs Suite being housed in the former boardroom complete with ornate ceilings and fireplace. There are also accessible rooms and spaces on site. Guests are invited to make the most of the all-day on-site dining at the splendid Café Riggs which puts a contemporary twist on the concept of a classic brasserie. In the building’s original bank vault you’ll find the Silver Lyan Bar, the first bar by Mr Lyan outside of Europe. Guests can take full advantage of the 24-hour Riggs Gym or opt for the complimentary guest bikes to explore the city and make the most of your stay.

While still in its infancy, Posada del Angel was visited by the likes of Bill Clinton during his Presidency. But on first sight you may be surprised to learn it’s fewer than three decades old; with much patina, terracotta tiles, stone walls and a pretty pillared central courtyard bursting with blooms, it resembles a heritage building, blending well into Antigua’s cobbled streets and colonial-era properties. This was the UNESCO-listed city’s first-ever boutique hotel, with a long narrow outdoor pool, a plushly decorated outdoor terrace with far-reaching volcano views, a breakfast dining room with an open fire and just seven individualised suites.

Stay in Georgetown in the timeless surroundings and elegance of the Four Seasons Hotel. It boasts one of the top spas and fitness centres in the city. It’s rated 4-star by Forbes, with a saltwater lap pool and three-storeys of wellness facilities, where age-defying facials and healing massages are offered. The 222 bedroom property is also home to a destination restaurant, the Michelin starred Bourbon Steak, with an adjacent lounge and additional wine bar. It received a multi-million dollar contemporary facelift in 2016 under the direction of designer Pierre-Yves Rochon and has over 1500 works of art to peruse.

Previously known as The Carlton Hotel, this prestigious residence in the heart of the Downtown was opened by President Coolidge in 1926 and has been welcoming heads of state ever since. It’s just a few blocks from the White House, with an exterior reflecting the Gilded Age glamour, with Palladian windows and a grand entrance. Inside, guests are surrounded by lush fabrics, chandeliers, fires and classic old world DC furnishings. The hotel has its very own cocktail, the Capitol Mary and champagne is opened nightly by the head sommelier by sword, during the sabering ceremony and toast. It also has a lavishly presented restaurant, a house car and is pet-friendly.

Found in the Foggy Bottom district, Washington’s Ritz-Carlton combines modern furnishings with period features. It has DC’s largest ballroom and an unusual cocktail and food pairing menu, available in the Quadrant Bar & Lounge. Those seeking a fuller meal can dine in the Westend Bistro, where breakfast is also served. Those travelling with children will appreciate the Ritz Kids Program, designed to make your little ones feel extra special (interconnecting rooms are also available). Upgrade to a Club Level suite for extra space, a work/dining space, free access to the Equinox Gym and entry to a Club Lounge.

Those seeking views of the city’s most famous landmarks should stay at the Hay-Adams. Its proximity to the political epicentre has afforded it visitors such as the Obama family, who made an extended stay just before taking residence at the White House. Family owned and dating back to the 1920s, it has a great bar (Off the Record with satirically themed cocktails), the Lafayette restaurant (named after the square onto which the hotel backs), a fitness centre and free bicycle use for guests. Kids and pets are well catered for too, with activities and treats.

This building has seen plenty of illustrious figures pass through its doors since opening in the 19th century. Nicknamed the Residence of Presidents (it’s close to the city’s premier address), the hotel is a celebrity haunt, with five-star service. The Round Robin Bar (described as the Oval Office of bars by Conde Nast Traveller) dates back to 1847 and specialises in handmade cocktails, while by day, it’s a sophisticated spot for afternoon tea. Cafe du Parc is a Forbes Travel Guide recommended French brasserie, while Le Cafe is its coffee shop sibling, with delicious pastries, entrees and a petite menu.

Around the corner from The Hay-Adams is the very grown-up Sofitel. It utilises a moodier decor palette than many of its local competitors, with darker hues, black and white vintage French posters and velvet upholstery. The hotel has a restaurant – Opaline Bar & Brasserie with an outdoor seating area and a fitness centre. 237 guest rooms take on a fairly minimalist style, with theatrical colours (lots of black and red), modern artworks and conveniences like blackout curtains and king-sized beds.