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The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel SeattlevsCrowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Kimpton Alexis Hotel scores significantly better than Crowne Plaza Seattle Downtown Area. Kimpton Alexis Hotel comes in at 90 with positive reviews from 18 reviews including The Telegraph, Not For Tourists and Lonely Planet.
The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel Seattle
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1007 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
- Multilingual
"Back on the map after an extensive 2007 refurbishment, this cozy boutique charmer offers 121 tryst-worthy rooms in a well-positioned location downtown."
Upscale
"This upscale boutique hotel, featuring 121 eclectic guestrooms that cater to every possible personality, is about as perfectly located as a downtown hotel can be." Full review
"Seattle’s first self-proclaimed “art hotel” fills its 121 rooms with works selected by a Seattle Art Museum curator." Full review
"Since 1901, the Alexis has lived up to its stellar reputation as an elegant haven for those who prefer pampering."
"Plush decor at this top-notch hotel, as well as a spa and steam room, just south of Pike Place Market."
"Located near the Kingdome and the main shopping district, this Kimpton original was Seattle's first boutique-hotel, and Bill Kimpton's second hotel in this long-lived chain." Full review
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Each morning, guests receive newspapers; each evening, they get a wine reception; and each night, upon request, chocolates come with turndown.
"This luxury boutique hotel, ensconced in a historic building, combines Northwest art and over-the-top service."
"This luxury boutique hotel isn't just near many of Seattle's major attractions --- it's also one of them."
"Not the hippest stay in town, but rooms that showcase exposed brick and a hotel rocking the early works of Dale Chihuly on the walls? Not the stuffiest, either."
4.3
"In a "prime location" halfway between Pike Place Market and Pioneer Square, this "elegant" Downtown Kimpton boutique is "all about artistry"."
Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown
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1113 Sixth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
From $96/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"A reputable chain hotel with well-appointed rooms and trendy boutiques. An easy walk to the Convention Center."
"Crowne Plaza Seattle Downtown competes head-to-head with its neighbor Hilton Seattle, and its rates and facilities provide a dependable address for midrange travelers here on business." Full review
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Be sure to book a renovated room until all of the work has been completed.
4.0
"The "incredible views" of Seattle and "fantastic" service "exceed expectations" at this "classy" Downtown chain link boasting an "excellent location for business or sightseeing"."
"This Crowne built its local kingly reputation on its high level of service and a great location."
Upper-middle-range
"Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, the upper-middle-range Crowne Plaza Seattle Downtown Area is a modern high-rise hotel with 34 floors all upgraded and renovated in 2014." Full review
Top Choice
"This 34-floor downtown skyscraper is more business-like than ostentatious, although a 2014 renovation has upped its ante somewhat." Full review