Seattle's Best Romantic Hotel

Smashing views and Pike Place Market ambience distinguish this intimate inn.

Reviews:

• “Best views and beds in the city”
• “what location…too bad it was raining!”
• “Service beyond what you expect”
• “Seattle’s Best”
• “Splendid at the market”

Tips: If you don’t feel like walking, the Inn offers a downtown shuttle. But guests who stay off the street will miss much of Seattle’s essence.

Inn at the Market

A retro-swank boutique hotel in the heart of Belltown caters to a trendy business crowd.

Reviews:

• “Comfortable bed to listen to the street noise all night”
• “A Perfect Spot in the City!”
• “Noisy but comfy beds”

Tips: Room service is from the El Gaucho steakhouse downstairs.

Inn at El Gaucho

For discreet elegance, this is downtown Seattle’s best.

Reviews:

• “Mary Poppins Would LOVE The Sorrento”
• “Great Boutique Hotel”
• “Can’t say enough . . .”
• “the staff makes the place”
• “Slow Down in Seattle . . Sorrento style”

Tips: Complimentary town car service will whisk you to your destination.

The Sorrento Hotel

Modeled after the quiet secluded hotels of Europe, this bed-and-breakfast is a couple’s getaway in a French country setting.

Reviews:

• “Best Bed and Breakfast and Cooking Class”
• “Bed and Breakfast Inn”
• “Very Genuine Approach”
• “My stay at the lovely L’Auberge”
• “Lovely Get Away! Scrumptious gourmet baked treats, and a quiet setting makes it all click.”

Tips: High speed wireless Internet is offered for free to guests. Fax and copy machines are also available.

L’Auberge Edge of Seattle Inn or email L’Auberge Edge of Seattle Inn

This extravagantly cushy getaway lodge in the Cascade foothills is all about wood, water and warmth.

Reviews:

• “MOST romantic and relaxing weekend getaway!!!”
• “A great way to spend a special night or weekend”
• “Great place for a quick weekend away from Seattle”
• “So romantic! Best 2-person jacuzzi in room!”
• “Competely full of themselves”

Tips: The lodge is a popular place for weddings with remarkable scenery. Visit the Salish Lodge website to download a wedding packet with more information.

Salish Lodge & Spa or email Salish Lodge & Spa

World-class elegance in the middle of downtown draws a well-heeled crowd.

Reviews:

• “Elegant luxury and so much more”
• “Very average nothing great”
• “should be called the SQUAREmont”
• “A True Classic, Seattle.”
• “Two Day Getaway!”

Tips: Shuckers, the oyster bar-seafood grill on the lower level (Fifth Avenue side) is one of the very best spots for bivalves in town.

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Find local art in each of these 163 unique rooms at this downtown hotel with attitude.

Reviews:

• “Bourg-y, Stylish, Downtown”
• “We don’t care at the Max!”
• “Never again. "
• “Different, in a good way!”
• “Hip Rip OFF!!!!!!!”

Tips: Check out the honor bar for the hotel’s Maximalism book, which describes all the art and artists in the hotel. It’s also available for purchase.

Hotel Max or email Hotel Max

Charming European-style rooms made for sipping vintage wine and lounging with your significant other.

Reviews:

• “great place”
• “Perfect Hotel. Great Staff. Will stay here many more times”
• “just don’t order room service”
• “GREAT VALUE, GREAT STAFF, an amazing microcosm”
• “FREE Internet – Engaging Staff”

Tips: Room service comes from the hotel’s on-site restaurant, Tulio.

Hotel Vintage Park or email Hotel Vintage Park

Colorful boutique hotel mixes sumptuous decor, romantic touches and fine amenities.

Reviews:

• “HOTT STUFF! Cozy, romantic, friendly staff”
• “I expect a lot more for $330 a night!!!”
• “Home away from home that accomodates your pooch too!”
• “Fabulous!”
• “Goregous lobby, comfy, cozy bedroom & I love the Leopard print!!!”

Tips: A pet-friendly policy includes gourmet dog cookies, temporary dog tags, plus walking and sitting services. For guests not traveling with furry friends, a companion goldfish is available free of charge.

Hotel Monaco or email Hotel Monaco

Luxury on Lake Washington’s eastern shore.

Reviews:

• “Best Customer Service!”
• “Beautiful setting, abysmal customer service.”
• “Nice luxury hotel”
• “Wonderful spa experience!”
• “My First Choice for an Eastside Hotel”

Tips: The hotel’s Waters Lakeside Bistro offers a great view overlooking the lake.

Woodmark Hotel