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Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle CentervsThe Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, The Fairmont Olympic Seattle ranks significantly higher than The Maxwell Hotel - A Staypineapple Hotel. The Fairmont Olympic Seattle ranks #1 in Seattle with praise from 18 reviews like BlackBook, Gayot and Fodor's.
Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center
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Lonely Planet
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."
Zagat4.7
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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 PlanetTop choice
"Another gorgeous boutique hotel that has recently graced Lower Queen Anne... and it’s not too pricey either." Full review
The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
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BlackBook Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
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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
