From the turntables and Tivoli radios in the rooms to the free craft beer during happy hour in the lobby, the upscale Hotel Max is distinct and stylish. Its 163 rooms are colorful and decorated with works by local artists -- and some have Space Needle views -- but space is tight, and guests report shower stalls are small. However, there is a lot of verve in the contemporary furnishings and bohemian vibe. And there's a gym, a business center, meeting rooms, and event spaces as well. The restaurant next door -- Miller's Guild -- is an industrial-chic spot with a James-Beard-award-winning chef, and it provides 24 hour room service. And the downtown location means several other dining options are in walking distance, including Pike Place Market. An alternative high-style option in the area that travelers could consider is the Alexis Hotel.
From the turntables and Tivoli radios in the rooms to the free craft beer during happy hour in the lobby, the upscale Hotel Max is distinct and stylish. Its 163 rooms are colorful and decorated with works by local artists -- and some have Space Needle views -- but space is tight, and guests report shower stalls are small. However, there is a lot of verve in the contemporary furnishings and bohemian vibe. And there's a gym, a business center, meeting rooms, and event spaces as well. The restaurant next door -- Miller's Guild -- is an industrial-chic spot with a James-Beard-award-winning chef, and it provides 24 hour room service. And the downtown location means several other dining options are in walking distance, including Pike Place Market. An alternative high-style option in the area that travelers could consider is the Alexis Hotel.
Built in 1927, the 160-room Mayflower Park is an upper-middle-range property with lots of Old World charm. Interiors are traditionally elegant and rooms are gracious, with plush beds, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. This property features a locally renowned Mediterranean restaurant and a classic cocktail bar plus a free weekly wine tasting. The hotel is a short walk to shopping and dining, and it's connected via walkway to Westlake Center and a five-minute walk from iconic Pike Place Market. While the Mayflower Park is not as modern and upscale as the nearby Andra, prices are relatively affordable for downtown, and there is a fitness center on-site.
Built in 1927, the 160-room Mayflower Park is an upper-middle-range property with lots of Old World charm. Interiors are traditionally elegant and rooms are gracious, with plush beds, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. This property features a locally renowned Mediterranean restaurant and a classic cocktail bar plus a free weekly wine tasting. The hotel is a short walk to shopping and dining, and it's connected via walkway to Westlake Center and a five-minute walk from iconic Pike Place Market. While the Mayflower Park is not as modern and upscale as the nearby Andra, prices are relatively affordable for downtown, and there is a fitness center on-site.
The Mediterranean Inn is a pleasant and quiet lower-middle-range hotel on a street of restaurants and shops in the Lower Queen Anne area of Seattle, within a 10-minute walk of the Space Needle, Monorail to downtown, and other attractions of the Seattle Center complex. The hotel has no restaurant and is short on facilities, but it does offer a rooftop patio with excellent views of the Space Needle, Elliott Bay, and city skyline. The 180 apartment-style rooms have plush beds, free Wi-Fi, iHome docks, DVD players, flat-screen TVs, and kitchenettes. It's a good choice for travelers looking for comfort and convenience. Another option to consider could be the MarQueen Hotel, which has a more historic look.
The Mediterranean Inn is a pleasant and quiet lower-middle-range hotel on a street of restaurants and shops in the Lower Queen Anne area of Seattle, within a 10-minute walk of the Space Needle, Monorail to downtown, and other attractions of the Seattle Center complex. The hotel has no restaurant and is short on facilities, but it does offer a rooftop patio with excellent views of the Space Needle, Elliott Bay, and city skyline. The 180 apartment-style rooms have plush beds, free Wi-Fi, iHome docks, DVD players, flat-screen TVs, and kitchenettes. It's a good choice for travelers looking for comfort and convenience. Another option to consider could be the MarQueen Hotel, which has a more historic look.
This high-rise upper-middle-range hotel caters to upscale travelers -- visiting for business or pleasure -- who want to be in the middle of
the downtown action. The trendy property has 424 immaculate rooms with plush beds and well-stocked minibars, and those on higher floors can have amazing views of the city and the Pacific coastline. The hip lounge/restaurant and central location are top features, though rates are higher than at comparable downtown hotels. What's more, parking is expensive, and neither breakfast nor in-room Wi-Fi are included. Alexis Hotel -- A Kimpton Hotel offers a similar location with a more intimate, boutique vibe.
This high-rise upper-middle-range hotel caters to upscale travelers -- visiting for business or pleasure -- who want to be in the middle of
the downtown action. The trendy property has 424 immaculate rooms with plush beds and well-stocked minibars, and those on higher floors can have amazing views of the city and the Pacific coastline. The hip lounge/restaurant and central location are top features, though rates are higher than at comparable downtown hotels. What's more, parking is expensive, and neither breakfast nor in-room Wi-Fi are included. Alexis Hotel -- A Kimpton Hotel offers a similar location with a more intimate, boutique vibe.
A sophisticated urban hotel in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood, the 119-room Hotel Andra is an upscale property with proper boutique hotel style. The location is convenient for Belltown nightlife and dining along with downtown shopping. Contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs, plush beds, free Wi-Fi, and bright Scandinavian-meets-Northwest decor. Dining is a highlight here, from the hotel's Greek-Mediterranean restaurant to its on-site cooking school, and there are plenty of chic, cozy places for guests to grab a drink or coffee throughout. Travelers looking for a pool and spa may want to compare rates at the nearby Hyatt at Olive 8, though it lacks the Andra's charm and style.
A sophisticated urban hotel in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood, the 119-room Hotel Andra is an upscale property with proper boutique hotel style. The location is convenient for Belltown nightlife and dining along with downtown shopping. Contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs, plush beds, free Wi-Fi, and bright Scandinavian-meets-Northwest decor. Dining is a highlight here, from the hotel's Greek-Mediterranean restaurant to its on-site cooking school, and there are plenty of chic, cozy places for guests to grab a drink or coffee throughout. Travelers looking for a pool and spa may want to compare rates at the nearby Hyatt at Olive 8, though it lacks the Andra's charm and style.
Named after the nearby Paramount Theater, the upper-middle-range Paramount Hotel is a classy 146-room property ideally located in the heart of Seattle's downtown area. Many local attractions are easily accessible from here on foot or via the city's public transit system. The guest rooms are well-equipped with all the usual amenities and a few small but significant extras like coffeemakers, 50-inch flat-screen TVs, and Bluetooth docking systems. There's an on-site restaurant serving Asian fusion dishes, and the business center and fitness center are open 24 hours. But one downside is parking: The valet parking service is expensive, and there's no self-parking option. Another popular hotel worth considering is the Warwick Seattle Hotel, offering extra features like a small indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna -- but Wi-Fi is not free in all the guest rooms.
Named after the nearby Paramount Theater, the upper-middle-range Paramount Hotel is a classy 146-room property ideally located in the heart of Seattle's downtown area. Many local attractions are easily accessible from here on foot or via the city's public transit system. The guest rooms are well-equipped with all the usual amenities and a few small but significant extras like coffeemakers, 50-inch flat-screen TVs, and Bluetooth docking systems. There's an on-site restaurant serving Asian fusion dishes, and the business center and fitness center are open 24 hours. But one downside is parking: The valet parking service is expensive, and there's no self-parking option. Another popular hotel worth considering is the Warwick Seattle Hotel, offering extra features like a small indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna -- but Wi-Fi is not free in all the guest rooms.
Located in Seattle's trendy Ballard neighborhood, the Hotel Ballard is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel that opened in 2013. Though it's removed from the tourist attractions of downtown Seattle, the area around the hotel is worth exploring for its restaurant scene and trendy shops. Its 29 guest rooms are tastefully decorated and feature coffeemakers, iPod docks, and deep soaking tubs. Guests get free access to the Olympic Athletic Club adjoining the hotel, which has a great pool, a sauna, and racquetball facilities. Other freebies include a free light breakfast, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. But on-site business features are lacking. Rates here are competitive compared to downtown hotels, but travelers looking for a more central location may want to consider the Paramount Hotel instead.
Located in Seattle's trendy Ballard neighborhood, the Hotel Ballard is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel that opened in 2013. Though it's removed from the tourist attractions of downtown Seattle, the area around the hotel is worth exploring for its restaurant scene and trendy shops. Its 29 guest rooms are tastefully decorated and feature coffeemakers, iPod docks, and deep soaking tubs. Guests get free access to the Olympic Athletic Club adjoining the hotel, which has a great pool, a sauna, and racquetball facilities. Other freebies include a free light breakfast, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. But on-site business features are lacking. Rates here are competitive compared to downtown hotels, but travelers looking for a more central location may want to consider the Paramount Hotel instead.
The 250-room, mid-range Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Lake Union is a clean, contemporary chain hotel that's well-located on Lake Union, within walking distance of restaurants. Guest rooms are spacious and have warm, contemporary decor, though the look is slightly dated. All units have seating areas, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs, and some have great views of the lake. Features include a bistro that serves breakfast and dinner, a grab-and-go minimart, a 24-hour gym, an indoor pool and whirlpool, and business amenities. Expect to pay extra for breakfast, parking, and even in-room bottled water. Guests who want to be a little closer to Seattle Center might consider the Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle Downtown, which also offers a free breakfast, but no pool.
The 250-room, mid-range Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Lake Union is a clean, contemporary chain hotel that's well-located on Lake Union, within walking distance of restaurants. Guest rooms are spacious and have warm, contemporary decor, though the look is slightly dated. All units have seating areas, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs, and some have great views of the lake. Features include a bistro that serves breakfast and dinner, a grab-and-go minimart, a 24-hour gym, an indoor pool and whirlpool, and business amenities. Expect to pay extra for breakfast, parking, and even in-room bottled water. Guests who want to be a little closer to Seattle Center might consider the Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle Downtown, which also offers a free breakfast, but no pool.