The St. Regis Washington, D.C.vsThe River Inn
The St. Regis Washington, D.C. and The River Inn are both praised by expert reviewers. On balance, The St. Regis Washington, D.C. scores significantly better than The River Inn. The St. Regis Washington, D.C. ranks #8 in Washington DC with approval from 15 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
The St. Regis Washington, D.C. Show All Reviews
923 16th and K Streets, N.W., Washington DC, DC 20006
From $263/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"An especially lovely place to stay the night (and especially expensive: Its rates may be the highest in town)." Full review
Concierge
"It's still the province of visiting heads of state, diplomats, and lobbyists, and an air of decorum prevails."
Oyster
Luxury
"Its premier restaurant, 24-hour butler service, and spacious, high-tech rooms place it among the city's elite." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Calvin Coolidge took part in the 1926 opening of this grand hotel, styled after a Renaissance palace and appointed with antiques, chandeliers, and fine tapestries."
Michelin Guide
"The landmark St. Regis looms over Washington's thriving business district with an air of distinction."
Star Service
"The staff too is professional if somewhat cool, and as emotionally detached as the Secret Service agents who shadow some of the guests staying here." Full review
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Avoid rooms facing the Crystal Terrace, as it is often raucous with functions and parties.
Gayot
"From the arched doorway facade to the Oriental carpets and dangling chandeliers of the impressive lobby, this hotel... is all about elegance."
BlackBook
"Queenly residence for visiting heads of state, pocket-heavy Europeans and America's aging glitterati."
Zagat
4.0
"Smitten supporters of this circa-1926 grande dame tout its "superb" location, just two blocks from the White House, and maintain that guests are in for a "luxurious", "peaceful" stay."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"A historic hotel in the heart of the nation’s capital, The St. Regis Washington, D.C. has hosted most of the U.S. presidents as well as an assortment of royalty and prime ministers." Full review
The River Inn
924 25th St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
From $125/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 125-room River Inn offers great value. Its 450-square-foot suites have full kitchens and pullout couches." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The name is apt because of the remarkable view of the river, which is bound to put guests in a good mood after a tiring day of sightseeing."
BlackBook
"Like the most sensible pair of dress shoes you own: pricey-but-not-too-pricey, classy, and oh so comfy."
Travel + Leisure
"The all-suites hotel on a quiet street touts such special touches as full-size kitchens, coffee grinders and Potomac River views." Full review
Gayot
"A boutique hotel with business facilities aplenty and sweeping city views."
Time Out
"Once a family-friendly lodging that drew primarily government and college types, the River Inn was reinvented as a boutique hotel a few years ago." Full review
Frommer's
"The River Inn is a comfortable refuge for all sorts except rabble-rousers. Most of the units in the all-suite property are studios, in which the bedroom and living room are combined." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The real reason to stay here is easy access to Georgetown on one end, and the White House on the other." Full review