Best Hotels in Seattle

Daily sparkling wine sabering class, lobby speakeasy, indoor lap pool

Spanish design studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán has transformed the Fairmont Olympic Hotel's main lobby, lobby bar, and event spaces with a $25 million renovation in 2021. Statement pieces like the historic 300-pound chandeliers in the Spanish foyer and ballroom remain, while original terrazzo and marble flooring have been restored back to their original splendor.

Guest rooms are a classic modern design with ample counter space and requisite bedside outlets. The marble bathrooms feature Le Labo toiletries too. 

Although not operated by the hotel, Penelope & The Beauty Bar on the lower level has a far wider array of spa and beauty services than most hotels, including nails, hair, lashes, and med spa injectables and fillers. For dinner, the new restaurant The George is a contemporary French brasserie with a romantic touch and plenty of booth seating for canoodling. The local geoduck crudo with housemade white shoyu (soy sauce) is fantastic and housemade nori sourdough is perfect for sopping up the extra melted butter with grilled artichokes. 

Best facials in town, spectacular wedding venues, housemade chocolates by Executive Pastry Chef Artis Kalsons, all suites have deep soaking tubs

Seattle's newest and best luxury hotel comprises two buildings: a gleaming 44-story tower filled with modern guestrooms, a restaurant, gym, and spa. Plus, next door is a historic 1908 Beaux-style building that was previously America's first United Methodist Church featuring beautifully preserved stained-glass windows, a pipe organ, and domed ceiling.

Designer Philipe Starck juxtaposes dark copper-toned hallways with bright, expansive rooms with sleek mirrors everywhere. The front desk, crafted out of a 3,000-year-old Sequoia tree log, pays homage to Seattle's logging town origins, along with rustic tree stump side tables and motifs throughout the rooms. No expense is spared in guestrooms, with high-end touches like Luigi Bormioli wine glasses.

Soft white corridors feel like a pathway to heaven at Le Spa Lotte. You'll certainly be floating on clouds and glowing like an angel after a facial with the exclusive French skincare line Biologique Recherche. Pad down to the spa in a robe and slippers after a leisurely breakfast in bed—the avocado toast is excellent.

Charlotte Restaurant & Bar is open for breakfast and dinner on the 16th floor with excellent renditions of troll-caught king salmon, taleggio gnocchi, and wagyu beef short rib. Pastry chef Artis Kalsons is brilliant, so save room for desserts like a lemon yuzu tart with matcha gelato meringue and raspberry red velvet soufflé.

Kid-sized bathrobes, kids' menu at Goldfinch Tavern, infinity-edged pool

In thoughtful Four Seasons fashion, kids and families are well taken care of here with plenty of adjoining rooms and kids' welcome amenities for all ages. There's everything from cookies and milk for toddlers, to popcorn and a complimentary movie pass (from On Demand selections) for tweens and teens. Plus, the hotel location is close to favorite family-friendly attractions like Pike Place Market, Seattle Aquarium Seattle Art Museum, and the Seattle Great Wheel.

Parents can request babysitting services so they can enjoy adults-only time at the spa, where the massages are heavenly and include a specialty digital detox massage to release tension in the shoulders, neck, and back.

For meals, stop by the hotel restaurant’s Goldfinch Tavern, which is operated by award-winning Seattle restaurateur Ethan Stowell and showcases the freshest regional seafood and produce in simple, contemporary, American style.

The Nest rooftop bar, fitness and business centers open 24 hours, Sferra linen bedding, D.S. & Durga bath toiletries

This stylish hotel right next to Pike Place Market mixes playful irreverence with mid-century modern vibes. Olson Kundig, the Seattle architecture firm that designed the hotel to look like a geometric glass lantern, also recently renovated the Space Needle. Along with the comfortable residential design, the food and beverage program is another highlight. 

Executive chef Kaleena Bliss serves a far more interesting menu than most hotel restaurants at Conversation, incorporating locally foraged ingredients like morel mushrooms on seasonal flatbread, and showcasing global flavors in standout dishes like masala roasted cauliflower and grilled pork collar with fermented daikon and gochujang vinaigrette.

The Nest is Thompson's crowning glory, serving small plates and cocktails in a sprawling indoor-outdoor setting accompanied by sweeping views of the Puget Sound. However, reservations are hard to score on weekends, even for hotel guests, so you'll want to make plans in advance. (Note that the rooftop can get very chilly during the winter and on rainy days, so it's best to skip it in inclement weather.) Pick up boozy chocolate truffles infused with single malt scotch and cognac from SELEUŠS Chocolates next door to pair with your rooftop libations.

24-hour bodega market in lobby, doggy park, Peloton bike, lending book club at front desk

Kimpton's is known for being pet-friendly and Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle surpasses expectations, with an enthusiastic staff who will treat your furry friend like a true VIP. Pet amenities include food and water bowls, pet beds, treats, and disposable pickup bags. The hotel even offers complimentary premium access to Wag! with discounts for on-demand dog walking and pet sitting.

The lobby fresco is inspired by ancient Greece and throughout the hotel, you'll find a whimsical collection of artwork from around the world. The gym is open 24 hours but it's pretty small and in the basement next to the ballrooms. The one noteworthy piece of equipment is the Peloton bike.

Each day, there's a complimentary happy hour in the lobby living room with beer, wine, and live musical performances that might range from jazz vocalists to DJs.

Complimentary electric vehicle charging station, priority seating at Sushi Kashiba, in-room massages

This quiet hotel is an intimate oasis within the hustle and bustle of Pike Place Market, one of Seattle's top attractions. Guest rooms were renovated in 2017 and another soft renovation is planned for later this year. Although it's a small property, there are three restaurants on-site: Bacco for all-day breakfast, Café Campagne for Parisian bistro fare, and Sushi Kashiba for authentic sushi by legendary Seattle chef Shiro Kashiba.

Half the rooms have unobstructed views of Elliott Bay, while city-side rooms are more economically priced. All guests can enjoy the views from the communal rooftop deck, open 24/7 with five fire pits. It's only accessible to hotel guests and is a great place for a picnic if you grab some delicious treats from market vendors, like a cheese plate from Beecher's Cheese.

Bunk bed rooms, Diptyque bath amenities, well-stocked minibar with local treats

This four-floor historic landmark property originally opened as the Colonnade Hotel in 1900 and still has a cozy timeless feel, with shades of deep, moss green and lots of mixed patterns and layered textiles throughout public spaces and guest rooms. The lobby lounge is a comfortable place to socialize or get some work done, with 15-foot high ceilings, bright skylights, and a fireplace. 

Hotel restaurant The Hart and the Hunter is a Southern-inspired modern diner, with great buttered biscuits and waffles. There's also a street-facing coffee counter for coffee on the go. All guest rooms have cute Smeg mini-fridges stocked with gourmet snacks and drinks including local favorites Scuttlebutt Living Daylights IPA and Straightaway Cocktails bottled cocktails.