Hotels in Seattle – A colourful selection
The scene very close: Kimpton Palladian Hotel
Centrally located in the popular Belltown district, the Kimpton Palladian Hotel is within walking distance of city centre attractions such as Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Chihuly Gardens and the Waterfront, as well as shops and restaurants. This boutique hotel’s 97 individually designed rooms and suites are housed in a historic building dating back to 1910 and invite guests to enjoy cool accessories such as record players, bars or yoga mats. The hotel is also family-friendly: it has changing tables and other accessories to make their stay easier for parents. And if you like it sporty, you can borrow a free bike for a city tour.
Right in the centre: Inn At The Market
The only hotel in central Seattle right by the popular Pike Place Market. The hotel features three restaurants serving local Pacific Northwest cuisine and several shops. For a night out, head to some of the city’s best cafés, restaurants and bars, or the Pike Place Market itself. The highlight of this popular boutique hotel is the rooftop terrace with its breathtaking views of central Seattle, the Waterfront and the Space Needle.
Nicely colourful: the Maxwell Hotel
The Maxwell Hotel is located near the Seattle Opera and Pacific Northwest Ballet in Uptown Seattle on Queen Anne Hill. The symbolic landmark of Seattle, the Space Needle, is also close by. The building stands out immediately with its colourful design. Wall paintings, colourful tiles and inflatable flamingos in the pool create strong accents. For the Staypineapple Group that operates the hotel, the name says it all: even the lobby is adorned with a pineapple mosaic, while pineapple pastries are served in the afternoon. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi. If you like things colourful and crazy, you’ll feel right at home at this multiple award-winning and family-friendly hotel.
Short distances: Best Western Seattle Airport Hotel
The Best Western Seattle Airport hotel is less than two miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac), convenient for travellers who arrive very early or late in the day. It features quiet, modern rooms, an indoor pool and complimentary continental breakfast. Travellers without a car can take advantage of a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport, and a stop is also available at the Angle Lake Station of the Link Light Railway. You can get quickly by train to central Seattle, T-Mobile Park (Mariners) & Lumen Field (Seahawks) or the University of Washington.
Elegant time travel: the Graduates Seattle
The Graduate Seattle Hotel is located opposite the University District stop at the University of Washington campus, one of the most important universities on the US West Coast. The building is an example of 1930s Art Deco architecture, so as a guest you can immerse yourself in the world of the Great Gatsby, especially when visiting the library or restaurant. The rooms are lovingly appointed. On the 16th floor the Mountaineering Club Bar entices you with cocktails and a roof terrace from where you can see as far as Mount Rainier. The hotel has its own in-house café, a 24-hour fitness centre and offers complimentary bicycles for loan.
For fans: Silver Cloud Hotel Seattle Stadium
This hotel is ideally suited to sports enthusiasts, especially fans of the Seattle Mariners (baseball), Seattle Seahawks (American football) and Seattle Sounders (football). It is located directly opposite the T-Mobile Park baseball stadium and next to Lumen Field, where both American football and football are played. Guests can also enjoy the view of the baseball stadium and over Elliot Bay from the rooftop pool. The hotel is just a few blocks from the Seattle Waterfront and features a whirlpool, fitness centre and Jimmy’s On First, a high-end restaurant serving local Pacific Northwest cuisine.
Coolness live: the Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown
A key feature of this modern and extremely fashionably designed four-star hotel is its fantastic location. It’s within walking distance of numerous attractions, including the Space Needle, Chihuly Gardens or Pike Place Market. You can even see Seattle’s landmark, the Space Needle, from the rooftop terrace and many of the 142 comfortable rooms. The hotel has its own restaurant that also offers vegetarian, vegan and lactose-free options, as well as private parking and a charging station for electric cars.
Friendly giant: Hyatt Regency Seattle
The Hyatt Regency Seattle, also known as the 8th & Howell Hotel, is one of the largest hotels in the Pacific Northwest but also one of the best, with 1,260 rooms and suites on 45 floors, numerous conference rooms and two ballrooms. It’s located at the Denny Triangle in central Seattle. The hotel restaurant, the Andare Kitchen & Bar, serves Italian cuisine. With its central location and height, the Hyatt offers great views of the city, Lake Union and Elliott Bay. The hotel has many accessibility features to make life easier for people with physical disabilities.
Street life: Belltown Inn
The Belltown Inn is located not far from the Olympic Sculpture Park and offers views of Puget Sound and the Space Needle. It’s an affordable hotel convenient for the scene and nightlife of the Belltown district, situated right next to Seattle city centre. The surrounding area is full of cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs, and there are also open-air concerts in the neighbourhood in the summer. Also handy: the hotel has a comfortably furnished roof terrace, where you can enjoy the music and buzz of the neighbourhood. All rooms include a kitchenette so guests can also cater for themselves.
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