Gilded power quarters
A landmark power address two blocks from the White House, hosting heads of state beneath Florentine gold ceilings and crystal chandeliers.
“The lobby’s hand-carved wood ceiling has gold leafing and detailing that recall work found more commonly in Italian palazzos.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Suite butlers provide round-the-clock unpacking services, garment pressing, and morning beverage deliveries.
Remarkable
A 1926 landmark on the historic register, retaining original Italian Renaissance gilded ceilings.
Remarkable
Every president since Calvin Coolidge has visited this political fixture near Lafayette Square.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The Gilded Age lobby, all coffered ceilings, Palladian windows, and velvet armchairs, hasn't been softened over the decades.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Anchoring the K Street corridor, the address puts think tanks, law offices, and Farragut Square Metro stops within steps of the front doors.
The rooms
A 2024 refresh introduced calm blues, grays, and golds to the rooms, alongside tailored furnishings and marble bathroom vanities.
The gym
- Gym
- 24-hour on-site fitness center.
Dogs stay too.
The St. Regis Bar
Red velvet armchairs gather by the fireplace, where bartenders shake the Capitol Mary with gin and Chesapeake Old Bay.
The lobby retains much of its Gilded Age glamour, with Palladian windows, an ornately gilded coffered ceiling and lush velvet armchairs.
Restaurant
Alhambra
The dining room sits beneath a historic coffered ceiling, serving modern Mediterranean dishes beside a glowing wine wall.
How it began
During World War II, industrialist Howard Hughes kept a permanent suite here, offering it without charge to visiting servicemen.
“Befitting all those power brokers, the St. Regis is appropriately grand, from the palatial lobby—with its Florentine gold ceiling and crystal chandeliers—to the fireplace-lit St. Regis Bar.”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.