The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel SeattlevsStaypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center
Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Kimpton Alexis Hotel scores slightly higher than The Maxwell Hotel - A Staypineapple Hotel. Kimpton Alexis Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 90 with accolades from 18 reviewers like Concierge, BlackBook and Gayot.
The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel Seattle Show All Reviews
1007 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98104
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
- Multilingual
Concierge
"Back on the map after an extensive 2007 refurbishment, this cozy boutique charmer offers 121 tryst-worthy rooms in a well-positioned location downtown."
Oyster
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
Travel + Leisure
"Seattle’s first self-proclaimed “art hotel” fills its 121 rooms with works selected by a Seattle Art Museum curator." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Since 1901, the Alexis has lived up to its stellar reputation as an elegant haven for those who prefer pampering."
Rough Guide
"Plush decor at this top-notch hotel, as well as a spa and steam room, just south of Pike Place Market."
Star Service
"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.
Michelin Guide
"This luxury boutique hotel, ensconced in a historic building, combines Northwest art and over-the-top service."
Gayot
"This luxury boutique hotel isn't just near many of Seattle's major attractions --- it's also one of them."
BlackBook
"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."
Zagat
4.3
"In a "prime location" halfway between Pike Place Market and Pioneer Square, this "elegant" Downtown Kimpton boutique is "all about artistry"."
Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center
300 Roy Street, Seattle, WA 98109
From $100/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"With its theatrical decor, this hotel across the street from Seattle Center plays up its local arts connection... A great choice for a theater-focused Seattle vacation." Full review
Fodor's
"This is the hotel for visitors frequenting the Seattle Center for opera or the ballet, or going to Teatro Zinzanni, whose huge, colorful tent is just steps from the hotel." Full review
Star Service
"Aimed at fashion-conscious travelers on a budget, this is a colorful bargain that will suit the needs of business and leisure travelers with modest means." Full review
Michelin Guide
"This new (2010) hotel just blocks from the Seattle Center offers a contemporary look with bold prints and accents of orange and lime."
Gayot
"There are certain things a traveler can count on from the Pineapple Hospitality group, beginning with colorful decor and comprehensive eco-friendly policies."
Zagat
4.7
"This "hip" Queen Anne property's mix of "trendy", "well-furnished" digs are named after musical terms like Duet and Prima Donna and boast "contemporary" furnishings."
The Telegraph
8.0
"The whimsical and fun Maxwell Hotel welcomes guests with a brightly coloured lobby, spacious rooms, a central location near the Space Needle, and fun amenities including pineapple cupcakes, and an indoor pool." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Another gorgeous boutique hotel that has recently graced Lower Queen Anne... and it’s not too pricey either." Full review