Willows LodgevsCrowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Willows Lodge ranks marginally better than Crowne Plaza Seattle Downtown Area. Willows Lodge ranks #35 in Seattle with recommendations from 7 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, Forbes Travel Guide and Star Service.
Willows Lodge
14580 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072
From $194/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Timbers salvaged from a 19th-century warehouse are rustic counterpoints to sleek, modern design of this elegant spa hotel in the heart of Woodinville wine country." Full review
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If you can snag a reservation, dinner at the nearby Herbfarm restaurant is a must—book ahead as it can fill up fast.
Travel + Leisure
"The 84 rooms are subtly done in salvaged timber and antique slate, and outfitted with Frette linens, fireplaces, and giant Jacuzzis for two." Full review
Star Service
"In the Sammamish River Valley, this establishment is the only hotel in the region to rival the superb Bellevue Club, and its dining is just as good, if not better." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Combining elegance and rusticity, The Willows is situated amid five acres of lush gardens in the Sammamish Valley near Seattle, and at the heart of Western Washington's wine country."
Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Willows Lodge is a beautiful, 84-room resort in Woodinville Wine Country." Full review
Gayot
"Located on Seattle's east side (meaning east of Lake Washington), surrounded by the wineries of the Woodinville Wine Country, this small, understated lodge is a true escape from the city."
Forbes Travel Guide
"Set among the wineries of Woodinville, east of Seattle, Willows Lodge pairs luxury with Northwest rusticity." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Willows Lodge’s location, on the eastern edge of the Seattle suburbs (not far from Microsoft’s hometown of Redmond) makes it an obvious choice for tech-industry corporate retreats" Full review
Crowne Plaza Seattle-Downtown
1113 Sixth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
From $96/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness
"A reputable chain hotel with well-appointed rooms and trendy boutiques. An easy walk to the Convention Center."
Star Service
"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.
Zagat
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"."
Gayot
"This Crowne built its local kingly reputation on its high level of service and a great location."
Oyster
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
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This 34-floor downtown skyscraper is more business-like than ostentatious, although a 2014 renovation has upped its ante somewhat." Full review