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The Fairmont Olympic HotelvsMayflower Park Hotel
Both The Fairmont Olympic Seattle and Mayflower Park Hotel are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, The Fairmont Olympic Seattle is preferred by most reviewers compared to Mayflower Park Hotel. The Fairmont Olympic Seattle has a TripExpert Score of 93 with approval from 18 reviews such as Zagat, Oyster and BlackBook.
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
Mayflower Park Hotel Fodor's DK Eyewitness Star Service
Gayot Oyster
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
405 Olive Way, Seattle, WA 98101
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "Classic and comfortable, the Mayflower Park offers old-world charm in the center of the action." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Built in 1927, this is one of Seattle’s last independently-owned hotels. Room designs reflect common Queen Anne touches in subtle and dark hues."
Star Service "This fashionable hotel with a deeply traditional sense of style deserves attention for its fine service, creative dining options and attractive, well-stocked accommodations." Full review
Gayot "This elegant hotel may have direct access to a downtown shopping center in the same building, but the bustling mall mood stays at the door."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Built in 1927, the 160-room Mayflower Park is an upper-middle-range property with lots of Old World charm." Full review
Frommer's "This heritage beauty welcomes guests with crystal chandeleirs, gleaming brass fixtures, and period antiques. The rooms and suites are quiet and comfortable with traditional furnishings" Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"If you’re coming to Seattle to shop, this is the hotel for you." Full review
