Hyatt At Olive 8vsThe Westin Seattle
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hyatt At Olive 8 scores slightly better than The Westin Seattle. Hyatt At Olive 8 ranks #17 in Seattle with approval from 9 publications including Lonely Planet, Zagat and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hyatt At Olive 8
1635 8th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
From $179/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This downtown hotel near the convention center is Seattle's first LEED-certified hotel." Full review
Fodor's
"In a city known for environmental responsibility, being the greenest hotel in Seattle is no small feat—and green is rarely this chic." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"You almost can’t go wrong with the Hyatt at Olive 8, which is known for its exceptionally high customer ratings, environmentally conscious design, and easy, walk-to-everything location." Full review
Star Service
"Far from being a tie-dyed Bumpershoot outcast, this green hotel is a sleek mainstream commercial outpost with a cool, contemporary Northwest vibe and an array of facilities." Full review
Gayot
"Hyatt at Olive 8 is the first LEED-certified hotel in Seattle --- a city known for its green living."
Zagat
4.5
"Conservationists flock to this "beautiful" Downtown "green-chic" chain outpost – the first LEED-certified property in the city, built "with the environment in mind"."
Afar Magazine
"Green luxury is the focus at the Hyatt at Olive 8." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"With its vaulted ceiling, blond woods, and supersized steel-and-glass staircase, the lobby at this 346-room Hyatt feels chic and serene." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Encased in a sleek 39-story tower that was completed in 2009, the Olive 8 is managed by the Hyatt chain and is best described as swish, ultra-modern and, above all, green." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The lobby and public spaces exude an International Style tautness that leans more toward elegant than cozy. Rooms are pleasantly spare and buttoned-up, but never cold" Full review
The Westin Seattle
1900 5th Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"With its distinctive cylindrical towers, the 47-story Westin is the tallest hotel in Seattle and has the best views of any accommodation in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located in two round towers, the Westin has an indoor pool, 24-hour room service, in-room movies, valet/laundry, two restaurants, a business center, and non-smoking rooms."
Star Service
"This corporate giant offers spacious and sophisticated environs that rival some of the big boys, including the Sheraton, Grand Hyatt, Marriott and Renaissance." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel is one of Seattle's most popular downtown venues for galas, fundraisers, weddings and any other kind of upscale event you can imagine."
Zagat
4.2
"A "short walk from great shopping and Pike Place Market", this "beautiful" Downtown hotel appeals to worker bees and leisure travelers with "spacious", "well-appointed" rooms."
Oyster
Upscale
"Towering over downtown, the upscale 891-room Westin Seattle is in walking distance to Pike Place Market and the monorail to the Space Needle." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Ideally situated near Seattle's best attractions and offering breathtaking views of Lake Union, Puget Sound, and the surrounding mountains.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
Afar Magazine
"This city has a beautiful skyline, so get up high to see it!" Full review