Seattle – Streetsmart : Traditional Hotels, Boutique Hotels

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Traditional Hotels


Unless otherwise stated, all traditional hotels accept credit cards, and have en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning.



  1. Westin

    Located
    in two round towers, the Westin has an indoor pool, 24-hour room
    service, in-room movies, valet/laundry, two restaurants, a business
    center, and non-smoking rooms.

  2. Fairmont Olympic

    One
    of Seattle’s oldest four-star establishments, this landmark hotel has
    treated guests with the utmost elegance and personalized service since
    it opened in 1924.

  3. Hilton

    Its
    proximity to the Convention Center makes the Hilton popular with
    business travelers. All rooms are above the 14th floor, affording
    phenomenal views. Free HBO and cable TV, as well as such amenities as
    refrigerators, coffee makers, and hair dryers, are provided. Check out
    their senior citizen and family discount plans.

  4. Sheraton

    Guests can relax in front of the cozy lobby fireplace or head for The Gallery, a Northwest wine bar, for delicious hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, Washington state’s award-winning wines, and a selection of fine cigars.

  5. Grand Hyatt

    This
    elegant hotel’s deluxe rooms feature cordless, two-line phones and
    Internet access. Guests have free use of the sprawling health club,
    which has an exercise room, sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath, lockers, circuit
    machines, and cardio machines with flat-screen televisions.

  6. Renaissance Seattle

    This deluxe hotel has a penthouse swimming pool, a whirlpool tub, and a workout room. It is near many major attractions

  7. Seattle Marriott Waterfront

    This
    waterfront gem with excellent views of Puget Sound and the Olympic
    Mountains opened in 2003 and is Seattle’s first full-service hotel.
    Celebrity chef Todd English runs Fish Club inside this contemporary
    property.

  8. Edgewater Inn

    All
    rooms combine luxury with Pacific Northwest charm. Features include
    handcrafted pine furniture, river rock fireplaces, Ralph Lauren bedding,
    turn-down service, deluxe bath amenities, and in-room Starbucks coffee
    service. A perfect alternative to downtown hotels.

  9. Courtyard (Westlake)

    One
    of Marriott’s less expensive hotels offers great lake views and
    proximity to Seattle Center and I-5. Rooms have free Internet access,
    and there’s also an indoor swimming pool.

  10. Crowne Plaza

    A reputed chain hotel with well-appointed rooms and an easy walk to the Convention Center and trendy boutiques.

    • 1113 6th Ave

    • 1 800 521 2762

    • Dis. access


Boutique Hotels

  1. W

    This
    sleek property attracts the hip, trendy, and well-heeled. It offers
    modern amenities, impeccable service, and signature ultra-comfortable
    beds.

  2. Hotel Monaco

    What was once a phone company’s switching center is now a sophisticated hotel. All rooms come with a CD stereo.

  3. Mayflower Park

    Built
    in 1927, this is one of Seattle’s last independently-owned hotels. Room
    designs reflect common Queen Anne touches in subtle and dark hues. The
    house restaurant is Andaluca, a small, top-rated establishment with
    excellent Mediterranean fare. The adjoining bar, Oliver’s, makes
    exquisite martinis.

  4. Sorrento

    At
    the opulent Sorrento guests find Seattle’s finest luxury boutique hotel
    as well as a destination gourmet restaurant, the Hunt Club. Take
    pleasure in Italian marble bathrooms, 400 thread-count Egyptian cotton
    linens, and a complimentary car service within downtown.

  5. Alexis

    Since
    1901, the Alexis has lived up to its stellar reputation as an elegant
    haven for those who prefer pampering. Evening wine tasting, 24-hour room
    service, Internet access, steam and fitness room, full day spa, and the
    Bookstore Bar are some of the highlights.

  6. Hotel Vintage Park

    Part
    of the upscale Kimpton group, this hotel offers such comforts as plush
    terrycloth robes, lush fabrics and cherry wood furniture, and a hosted
    wine hour by a wood-burning fireplace in the lobby. Try Tulio, the
    award-winning Italian restaurant downstairs for a sumptuous dinner.

  7. Roosevelt

    This
    1929-era hotel named for the 26th United States president is centrally
    located near downtown’s best shopping centers. Evenings bring live jazz
    piano to the lobby, where the fireplace draws visitors to gather and
    relax.

  8. Hotel Max

    Formerly the Vance, this hip boutique hotel features original artwork by local artists. Located in the heart of downtown.

  9. Inn at Virginia Mason

    Owned by the nearby Virginia Mason Hospital ,
    this 1920s-era inn entices visitors with wood-burning fireplaces in
    some rooms, a rooftop café, and excellent city views from residential
    Pill Hill.

    • 1006 Spring St

    • 1 800 283 6453

    • Dis. access

  10. Inn at Harbor Steps

    This
    city-center hotel boasts amenities such as fireplaces, spa tubs, wet
    bar, and more. Rates include gourmet breakfast and afternoon hors d’oeuvres. There’s also a fitness center, indoor pool, and basketball court.

    • 1221 1st Ave

    • 1 888 728 8910

    • Dis. access