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Ritz-Carlton Washington, D.C. Review: Classic Elegance

Ritz Carlton Washington DC

This West End gem is everything you’d expect from a Ritz-Carlton: classic elegance, top-tier service, and a prime location. Inside the Ritz-Carlton Washington, D.C., wood-paneled lobby sets the tone with its refined décor—think muted canvas paintings, fresh floral arrangements, glistening chandeliers, and plush parlor-style seating.

Rooms here are spacious (especially by D.C. standards) and decked out with luxe touches like down duvets, crisp Frette linens, Dyson hair dryers, and minibars stocked with everything from champagne and wine to premium spirits and gourmet snacks. Thoughtful touches for business travelers, like a computer monitor, are available upon request.

Pros

Ritz Carlton Washington DC Bathroom
  • Club Level option available
  • Great location in a walkable neighborhood
  • Easy access to multiple Metro lines
  • Fine dining options on-site
  • Spacious rooms
  • Plush beds topped with Frette linens
  • Diptyque toiletries
  • Luxurious robes and slippers
  • Dyson Airwrap available upon request
  • Free coffee, tea, and snacks in the lobby throughout the day

Cons

  • No fitness center (access to the attached Equinox is available for $15 per day, this fee is waived for Club Level guests)
  • Concierge service and room service can be hit-or-miss, with requested items not being delivered

Location

Ritz Carlton DC lobby

The Ritz-Carlton brand has two hotels in Washington, D.C., located just under one mile apart. I stayed at the Ritz-Carlton on 22nd Street, opting for this one over the Georgetown location because it was more convenient to public transportation and the Metro.

The address of this Ritz-Carlton is 1150 22nd St NW, Washington, DC 20037, and it’s in the Foggy Bottom/West End neighborhood. This is one of my favorite neighborhoods to stay in, because it has a ton of restaurants and shopping around, but is just a 20-minute walk to major attractions like the White House.

Rooms

Ritz Carlton Washington DC Club Level King Room
Ritz Carlton Washington DC Club Level King Room

The rooms at The Ritz-Carlton Washington, D.C. offer a refined retreat from the city’s hustle, blending sophistication with a sense of place. A chic palette of slate gray and deep blue sets a serene tone, while bold graphic carpets, brass accents, and stylish patterns add a contemporary touch. Thoughtful Washington, D.C. references—like an artsy photo of the city’s famously steep Metro escalators—give the space a distinctive character beyond the typical luxury hotel aesthetic.

Spacious and well-appointed, the rooms feature dedicated sitting areas, ample USB ports, and even the option of a second monitor for remote work. During my stay in a 450-square-foot Club Level Deluxe Room, I enjoyed a plush king bed with crisp Frette linens, a cozy seating area with a couch and armchair, and a well-sized workspace. The Italian marble bathroom was just as impressive, featuring a separate soaking tub, shower, and water closet—plus full-size Diptyque toiletries and even a flat iron.

Restaurants

The Saga Restaurant

The Ritz-Carlton has two restaurants on-site, The Saga and Quadrant Bar & Lounge. The Saga is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and serves Spanish-influenced cuisine. 

Quadrant Bar & Lounge is a great place to grab a pre-dinner drink (there’s a fun cocktail scene here), or a small bite as an aperitif. 

Room service is available 24/7, so you can always get something to eat (which is rare in a city like Washington, D.C., where late-night dining can be hard to find). 

Club Level Experience

I stayed in a Club Level Room at the Ritz-Carlton, which gave me access to the Club Level Lounge. Read my full review of the Ritz-Carlton Club Level here. The Club Level lends an all-inclusive feel to your stay, offering complimentary light meals, snacks, and drinks throughout the day. This is a worthy investment if you don’t plan on leaving the hotel much, but otherwise, I don’t reccomend it for the Washington, D.C. location, where you’ll want to be out exploring and sampling the local restaurants instead of staying in the Club Lounge all day. 

My favorite Club Level perk was the ability to get a late checkout. I was given a 2 pm checkout when the checkout time is normally 11 am.

Spa & Pool

Equinox Pool

If you’re looking for an on-site pool and spa, choose the Ritz-Carlton in Georgetown. The 22nd Street Ritz-Carlton location does not have either. However, there is a lovely spa and indoor pool available at the attached Equinox Sports Club. 

Guests at the 22nd Street Ritz-Carlton can book spa treatments at the Georgetown Ritz-Carlton and will receive complimentary transportation to and from their appointments.

We also recommend the Waldorf Astoria Washington, D.C., which has a great spa.

Parking

On-site parking is available for $40 per day.

Pets

Pets are welcome, with a $50 per night fee plus a non-refundable $125 fee.

Price

Room rates start at around $600 per night. I found the best rates on Expedia.

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