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The Fairmont Olympic HotelvsThe Westin Seattle
Both The Fairmont Olympic Seattle and The Westin Seattle are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Fairmont Olympic Seattle is the choice of most professionals compared to The Westin Seattle. The Fairmont Olympic Seattle has a TripExpert Score of 93 with praise from 18 reviewers like Star Service, Forbes Travel Guide and Zagat.
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
The Westin Seattle
Frommer's DK Eyewitness Star Service
Gayot Zagat Oyster Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
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."
Zagat4.2
"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."
OysterUpscale
"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
