Built in 1918 as an engineering school, the lower-middle-range MarQueen has a distinctive historic vibe and 59 elegant rooms with small kitchens. Situated in Seattle’s Lower Queen Anne district, within easy walking distance of Key Arena and the Seattle Center, this hotel is best suited to travelers who appreciate historic boutique hotels -- and don’t mind the stairs and signs of age, particularly in bathrooms, that come with it. The property also has a chic lounge/bar that hosts live music. The Maxwell Hotel is another historic boutique hotel in the neighborhood, with a pizza restaurant on-site.
Built in 1918 as an engineering school, the lower-middle-range MarQueen has a distinctive historic vibe and 59 elegant rooms with small kitchens. Situated in Seattle’s Lower Queen Anne district, within easy walking distance of Key Arena and the Seattle Center, this hotel is best suited to travelers who appreciate historic boutique hotels -- and don’t mind the stairs and signs of age, particularly in bathrooms, that come with it. The property also has a chic lounge/bar that hosts live music. The Maxwell Hotel is another historic boutique hotel in the neighborhood, with a pizza restaurant on-site.
There are very few Seattle hotels this close to the water, so if you want to enjoy everything this scenic city has to offer -- with an emphasis on harbor attractions and cruise access – the Marriott is a great pick. But note that not all of the rooms capitalize on the water views, balconies are small, and the five-minute trek to Pike Place Market is all uphill. For truly (and consistently) stunning Puget Sound views, consider The Edgewater, an upscale lodge-style hotel on Pier 67, with comparable rates, but no pool.
There are very few Seattle hotels this close to the water, so if you want to enjoy everything this scenic city has to offer -- with an emphasis on harbor attractions and cruise access – the Marriott is a great pick. But note that not all of the rooms capitalize on the water views, balconies are small, and the five-minute trek to Pike Place Market is all uphill. For truly (and consistently) stunning Puget Sound views, consider The Edgewater, an upscale lodge-style hotel on Pier 67, with comparable rates, but no pool.
This elegant, contemporary luxury hotel is an excellent choice for travelers with business in northern Belltown or South Lake Union. That said, its location is a bit of a schlep to major tourist sights and the coveted waterfront, though Pan Pacific redresses this with free shuttle service to the downtown area. All 153 rooms have a clean, serene design, plus features like flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffee machines, free Wi-Fi, and bathrooms with large Japanese soaking tubs and separate rainfall showers. The 24-hour fitness center with saunas and a whirlpool is excellent, and other hotel perks include ample meeting space, a lobby bar/restaurant, and a 24-hour business center. Leisure visitors wanting a more heart-of-the-action location may want to consider the Inn at the Market, the only hotel in Downtown Seattle's Pike Place Market.
This elegant, contemporary luxury hotel is an excellent choice for travelers with business in northern Belltown or South Lake Union. That said, its location is a bit of a schlep to major tourist sights and the coveted waterfront, though Pan Pacific redresses this with free shuttle service to the downtown area. All 153 rooms have a clean, serene design, plus features like flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffee machines, free Wi-Fi, and bathrooms with large Japanese soaking tubs and separate rainfall showers. The 24-hour fitness center with saunas and a whirlpool is excellent, and other hotel perks include ample meeting space, a lobby bar/restaurant, and a 24-hour business center. Leisure visitors wanting a more heart-of-the-action location may want to consider the Inn at the Market, the only hotel in Downtown Seattle's Pike Place Market.
The 337-room Westin Bellevue is an upscale contemporary hotel spread over 19 floors located in the heart of Bellevue, next to high-end shopping and dining. This property offers an excellent array of facilities, including a 25-meter indoor pool, a full-service spa, and three innovative dining and drinking venues. Clean, contemporary guest rooms feature plush Westin Heavenly Beds along with minibars, coffeemakers, and small flat-screen TVs. Given its location near the Bellevue-Redmond tech hub, it's a good choice for business travelers, though the main sights of Seattle are not nearby. It's also a good choice for tourists who appreciate the pool and other leisure facilities, and access to downtown Bellevue shopping and dining. There is a pesky fee for Wi-Fi in the rooms.
The 337-room Westin Bellevue is an upscale contemporary hotel spread over 19 floors located in the heart of Bellevue, next to high-end shopping and dining. This property offers an excellent array of facilities, including a 25-meter indoor pool, a full-service spa, and three innovative dining and drinking venues. Clean, contemporary guest rooms feature plush Westin Heavenly Beds along with minibars, coffeemakers, and small flat-screen TVs. Given its location near the Bellevue-Redmond tech hub, it's a good choice for business travelers, though the main sights of Seattle are not nearby. It's also a good choice for tourists who appreciate the pool and other leisure facilities, and access to downtown Bellevue shopping and dining. There is a pesky fee for Wi-Fi in the rooms.
If you want modern elegance and lavish rooms -- and are unwilling to spring for the Four Seasons directly on the waterfront -- the Grand Hyatt is an ideal tradeoff. Surrounded by many major Seattle attractions (you can see the Pike Place Market sign just five blocks away), plus great restaurants and shopping, it manages to meld convenience with luxury service.
If you want modern elegance and lavish rooms -- and are unwilling to spring for the Four Seasons directly on the waterfront -- the Grand Hyatt is an ideal tradeoff. Surrounded by many major Seattle attractions (you can see the Pike Place Market sign just five blocks away), plus great restaurants and shopping, it manages to meld convenience with luxury service.
Right next to the Space Needle, the 172-room mid-range Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown is a chic modern property with comfortable rooms designed for longer stays and some nice extras. The rooftop has fire pits, barbecues, and chill spaces with smart outdoor furniture and an up-close view of the Space Needle. Most rooms have full kitchens, a nice option for families or long-term guests. Free shuttle service, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and an on-site shop are welcome conveniences. The price is steep, though, especially for guests who don’t need kitchen facilities. Those who don’t plan to cook for themselves might consider the Inn at the Market. It’s directly in wonderful Pike Place Market, overlooking Puget Sound; it also has a great rooftop space; and it can be cheaper than the Hyatt.
Right next to the Space Needle, the 172-room mid-range Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown is a chic modern property with comfortable rooms designed for longer stays and some nice extras. The rooftop has fire pits, barbecues, and chill spaces with smart outdoor furniture and an up-close view of the Space Needle. Most rooms have full kitchens, a nice option for families or long-term guests. Free shuttle service, free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and an on-site shop are welcome conveniences. The price is steep, though, especially for guests who don’t need kitchen facilities. Those who don’t plan to cook for themselves might consider the Inn at the Market. It’s directly in wonderful Pike Place Market, overlooking Puget Sound; it also has a great rooftop space; and it can be cheaper than the Hyatt.
The lower-middle-range Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma-Mall includes all the amenities that have made the chain a popular choice among business travelers, including free breakfast, a laundry room, and free parking and Wi-Fi. It also features an indoor pool, fitness center, convenience store, meeting space, and business center. On the downside, it’s located well outside downtown Tacoma in an unattractive commercial area where little is within walking distance. Rooms and suites are clean, comfortable, and quiet, if a bit bland. Coffeemakers, microwaves, and mini-fridges come standard, and studio-style Suites include sleeper sofas and wet bars. Rates are competitive, but it's worth comparison shopping with Holiday Inn Express Tacoma Downtown, a similar chain property that's more central to downtown.
The lower-middle-range Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma-Mall includes all the amenities that have made the chain a popular choice among business travelers, including free breakfast, a laundry room, and free parking and Wi-Fi. It also features an indoor pool, fitness center, convenience store, meeting space, and business center. On the downside, it’s located well outside downtown Tacoma in an unattractive commercial area where little is within walking distance. Rooms and suites are clean, comfortable, and quiet, if a bit bland. Coffeemakers, microwaves, and mini-fridges come standard, and studio-style Suites include sleeper sofas and wet bars. Rates are competitive, but it's worth comparison shopping with Holiday Inn Express Tacoma Downtown, a similar chain property that's more central to downtown.
The Green Tortoise Hostel is a budget option for travelers who don't mind sharing rooms and facilities in a historic building in downtown Seattle, three minutes from Pike Place Market. There are 30 co-ed and women-only dorm rooms, with a configuration of bunk beds, as well as a few private rooms with attached bathrooms. Fun freebies promote a communal vibe: Breakfast is daily and a free dinner is served three nights a week. Other handy amenities include a communal kitchen, a game room, bicycle rental, and staff-led events. There is no curfew, so it can be a challenge to get a good night's sleep in shared dorms. Budget extra cash for towels and access to a safe deposit box. As an alternative, Hotel Hotel Hostel has similar facilities at cheaper rates and a trendy industrial-chic look.
The Green Tortoise Hostel is a budget option for travelers who don't mind sharing rooms and facilities in a historic building in downtown Seattle, three minutes from Pike Place Market. There are 30 co-ed and women-only dorm rooms, with a configuration of bunk beds, as well as a few private rooms with attached bathrooms. Fun freebies promote a communal vibe: Breakfast is daily and a free dinner is served three nights a week. Other handy amenities include a communal kitchen, a game room, bicycle rental, and staff-led events. There is no curfew, so it can be a challenge to get a good night's sleep in shared dorms. Budget extra cash for towels and access to a safe deposit box. As an alternative, Hotel Hotel Hostel has similar facilities at cheaper rates and a trendy industrial-chic look.
Silver Cloud Hotel - Seattle Stadium is an upper-middle-range business property that caters largely to corporate travelers as well as tourists visiting Seattle to take in events at neighboring CenturyLink Field and Safeco Field. The 179 rooms are similar in terms of decor and amenities, with large flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and mini-fridges, and some have whirlpool hot tubs and fireplaces. Amenities include an outdoor rooftop pool (only open in the summer), a fitness center, and a great pub-style restaurant with a large selection of local wines and craft brews. Overall, it's a great place to stay for business travelers, but those wanting something a bit more intimate may want to consider the Inn at the Market, which is right in Pike Place Market.
Silver Cloud Hotel - Seattle Stadium is an upper-middle-range business property that caters largely to corporate travelers as well as tourists visiting Seattle to take in events at neighboring CenturyLink Field and Safeco Field. The 179 rooms are similar in terms of decor and amenities, with large flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and mini-fridges, and some have whirlpool hot tubs and fireplaces. Amenities include an outdoor rooftop pool (only open in the summer), a fitness center, and a great pub-style restaurant with a large selection of local wines and craft brews. Overall, it's a great place to stay for business travelers, but those wanting something a bit more intimate may want to consider the Inn at the Market, which is right in Pike Place Market.
Four-pearl Hotel Murano is one of the top hotels in Tacoma, with a central location that's near downtown, as well as shopping and museums. It's a contemporary property, packed with the beautiful glass artwork for which the city is famous. Though largely a business hotel, there's something here for guests of all stripes, including a a full spa with beauty salon, a fitness room, and a stylish restaurant serving food all day -- there's even a late brunch on weekends. The 319 rooms are spacious and nicely finished, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, though bathrooms are small. Patron Rooms include access to a private lounge and free breakfast. While Hotel Murano's location is solid, travelers could opt for the Silver Cloud Inn instead, which has rooms overlooking Commencement Bay.
Four-pearl Hotel Murano is one of the top hotels in Tacoma, with a central location that's near downtown, as well as shopping and museums. It's a contemporary property, packed with the beautiful glass artwork for which the city is famous. Though largely a business hotel, there's something here for guests of all stripes, including a a full spa with beauty salon, a fitness room, and a stylish restaurant serving food all day -- there's even a late brunch on weekends. The 319 rooms are spacious and nicely finished, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, though bathrooms are small. Patron Rooms include access to a private lounge and free breakfast. While Hotel Murano's location is solid, travelers could opt for the Silver Cloud Inn instead, which has rooms overlooking Commencement Bay.