Aman New York vs Riggs Washington DC
Aman vs Lore Group — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Aman New York scores 9.3 overall; Riggs Washington DC scores 8.8. Aman New York scores higher on our rubric, while Riggs Washington DC has more dining venues, while Riggs Washington DC lists more room categories, while Aman New York lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Aman New York | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.4 | 8.9 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Value | 7.2 | 7.5 |
| Category | City | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2022 | Opened in February 2020 after the conversion of the former Riggs National Bank |
| From | $2,400/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 83 | 181 guest rooms and suites, according to current official hotel material |
| Architect | 1921 Warren & Wetmore building, restored by Jean-Michel Gathy | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Aman New York | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Aman New York | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 2 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Aman New York | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 3 |
Good to Know
Aman New York
- The hotel's jazz club, in the building's restored 1920s vault, is open to outside guests and worth a visit even if you're not staying.
- Directly on Fifth Avenue at 57th Street — steps from Central Park, but genuinely quiet once you're inside given the building's thick 1921 construction.
- This is Aman's highest-priced US city hotel — book well ahead for any meaningful rate.
Riggs Washington DC
- Setting: the restored former Riggs National Bank at Ninth and F Streets in Penn Quarter.
- Eligible stays participate in GHA DISCOVERY, including DISCOVERY Dollars and tier recognition.
- Seasonal openings, restaurant schedules and spa access should be confirmed for the intended dates.
Summary
Aman New York scores higher on our rubric, while Riggs Washington DC has more dining venues, while Riggs Washington DC lists more room categories, while Aman New York lists more spa facilities.