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The Fairmont Olympic HotelvsThompson Seattle
Both properties are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, The Fairmont Olympic Seattle scores significantly better than Thompson Seattle. The Fairmont Olympic Seattle ranks #1 in Seattle with accolades from 18 reviewers like Frommer's, Gayot and Afar Magazine.
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
Thompson Seattle
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Gayot Afar Magazine
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110 Stewart St, Seattle, WA 98101-1019
From $161/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler "A quarter of the 158 guest rooms (all dark-wood paneling with white, navy, and brass details) offer unobstructed views of Puget Sound’s Elliott Bay—dazzling on Seattle’s sunny days." Full review
Jetsetter "A strikingly stylish boutique hotel overlooking Pike Place Market, with panoramic views of Puget Sound." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Sleek and stylish, the Thompson Seattle channels the best of Seattle, with water views, superlative food and an atmosphere that’s hipper than a barista competition." Full review
Gayot "This hip hotel's innovative style feels right at home in forward-thinking Seattle."
Afar Magazine "The Thompson Seattle adds a dose of style to the city’s hotel scene." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Beautiful on the inside and out, Thompson Seattle ticks the three boxes Thompson Hotels are known for: design, culinary, and location." Full review
Fodor's "An emerald-velvet sectional in the art book-filled lobby catches the eye, as do the Pacific Northwest-themed touches throughout the design-savvy hotel. " Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Thompson Seattle tows the line between old and new with its masterful design and well-placed locale." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Thompson Seattle has lavish modern decor, a fantastic cocktail program at its rooftop lounge, Nest, and rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the Puget Sound."
Seattle Travel Guide
March 1, 2021
Frommer's "A prime draw to this hotel is where you'll find it: at the western edge of downtown, only a block from both Pike Place Market and the water on 1st Ave." Full review
