As the former headquarters of Riggs National Bank, Riggs Hotel channels its past as the “Bank of the Presidents” with a reception desk featuring vintage teller kiosks and a stately blend of brass, cherrywood, and stone accents. Look up, and you’ll notice intricately sculpted ceilings; pan around and you’ll catch lines of arched windows—just two hallmarks of the hotel’s Richardsonian Romanesque architecture. All 181 guest rooms overlook Penn Quarter, while Rooftop at Riggs, an upscale bar with shareable plates, showcases the full panorama. Walk or pedal a basket-adorned guest bicycle to museums, monuments, and historic landmarks including Ford’s Theatre.