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The Fairmont Olympic HotelvsKimpton Palladian Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. Overall, The Fairmont Olympic Seattle ranks significantly better than Kimpton Palladian Hotel. The Fairmont Olympic Seattle scores 93 with endorsements from 18 sources including The Telegraph, Star Service and DK Eyewitness.
The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
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411 University St., Seattle, WA 98101
From $146/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "Located in a 12-story Italian Renaissance–style building, the centrally located Fairmont is one of the most luxurious hotels in Seattle."
Fodor's "Grand and stately... this old-world hotel personifies class and elegance." Full review
OysterUpscale
"It has a grand lobby with architecture that evokes the 1920s (the hotel opened in 1924), an impressive clientele list that includes JFK, and one of the oldest oyster bars in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Pacific Northwest’s only fivediamond establishment, this landmark hotel has treated guests with the utmost elegance and personalized service since it opened in 1924."
Star Service "It offers standout service, fine dining, extraordinary traditional surroundings and commendable accommodations. " Full review
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Note: Guests can avoid paying expensive Internet charges by joining Fairmont's member program free of charge.
BlackBook "Drink tea under ornate crystal chandeliers at The Georgian, walk up and down the grand mahogany staircase, and feel like royalty sitting in the Fairmont's grand European lobby."
Zagat4.5
"The "grande dame of Downtown", this "stately" Italian Renaissance "landmark" "takes you back to a different, refined era" with "unbeatable" service and "spacious", "elegant" rooms."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Fairmont Olympic Hotel brings grand tradition and pampering service to downtown Seattle." Full review
Travel + Leisure "If your preferred aesthetic is grande dame rather than high design, this historic property—which has hosted black-tie galas since 1924—is your only choice in Seattle." Full review
Afar Magazine "The building that is now the Fairmont Olympic was once the original campus of the University of Washington." Full review
Kimpton Palladian Hotel
Gayot Star Service
Wallpaper
Jetsetter Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
2000 2nd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
From $116/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot "The Palladian stormed into Seattle in early 2015, making a stunning first impression with a beautifully renovated 1910 landmark building in a central location between Pike Place Market and Belltown."
Star Service "This coy Kimpton derivative lures back its long list of repeat clients with personal service, notable food and well-equipped—though sometimes small—accommodations." Full review
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To completely avoid street and freeway noise, book one of the spacious deluxe units on the top two floors.
Wallpaper "The guestrooms and common spaces have been dramatically overhauled to pay homage to the city’s maritime history and famously forward-thinking heritage." Full review
Jetsetter "Reinvented landmark in boho Belltown with artsy suites, wine happy hours and a buzzy seafood restaurant." Full review
Fodor's "The popular and reliable Kimpton brand nails it again with the Palladian, a hip new hotel in a 1910 Belltown landmark." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A masterpiece of modern hospitality that will prove a memorable part of any Seattle stay." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Consistently ranked among Seattle’s best hotels." Full review
Frommer's "It’s a sexy hotel, with many furnishings designed by local talent, which means unusual features like sliding “barn doors” for the bathrooms, and bathrooms that combine showers and claw foot tubs." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Run by the Kimpton Group as an upscale boutique hotel, the Palladian’s vintage neoclassical façade lives up to its name." Full review
Michelin Guide "The Social Hour, where local wines, spirits and beers flow freely...there’s also the can-do spirit of the service staff, and the inclusive, rather than exclusive, atmosphere." Full review
