Amanzoe vs Riggs Washington DC
Aman vs Lore Group — side-by-side hotel comparison
The Hotel Flock Verdict
Amanzoe scores 9.3 overall; Riggs Washington DC scores 8.8. Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while Riggs Washington DC has more dining venues, while Riggs Washington DC lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.
Scores & Facts
| Metric | Amanzoe | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Flock Score | 9.3 | 8.8 |
| Location | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Service | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Design | 9.4 | 8.9 |
| Dining | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Value | 7.9 | 7.5 |
| Category | Beach | City |
| Tier | Ultra-Luxury | Ultra-Luxury |
| Opened | 2012 | Opened in February 2020 after the conversion of the former Riggs National Bank |
| From | $1,600/night | Rates on request |
| Rooms | 53 (38 pavilions, 3 beach pavilions, 12 villas) | 181 guest rooms and suites, according to current official hotel material |
| Architect | Edward Tuttle with Marios Angelopoulos | See property |
Dining
| Metric | Amanzoe | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Venues | 2 | 3 |
Rooms
| Metric | Amanzoe | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 3 | 4 |
| Suite / Villa Types | 3 | 2 |
Spa
| Metric | Amanzoe | Riggs Washington DC |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Programme | Yes | Yes |
| Spa Facilities Listed | 4 | 3 |
Good to Know
Amanzoe
- The beach club and hillside pavilions are a genuine shuttle ride apart — factor that into how you plan your days.
- About 2.5 hours by car from Athens, or a shorter transfer via the resort's private helicopter option.
- Best May through October; many facilities scale back or close over winter.
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
Amanzoe scores higher on our rubric, while Riggs Washington DC has more dining venues, while Riggs Washington DC lists more room categories, while Amanzoe lists more spa facilities.