W Seattle Review: What To REALLY Expect If You Stay (2024)

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This high-rise upper-middle-range hotel caters to upscale travelers -- visiting for business or pleasure -- who want to be in the middle of
the downtown action. The trendy property has 424 immaculate rooms with plush beds and well-stocked minibars, and those on higher floors can haveamazing views of the city and the Pacific coastline. The hip lounge/restaurant and central location are top features, though rates are higher than at comparable downtown hotels. What's more, parking is expensive, and neither breakfast nor in-room Wi-Fi are included. Alexis Hotel -- A Kimpton Hotel offers a similar location with a more intimate, boutique vibe.

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W Seattle

Scene

Shiny and super-modern property

Situated in a typical high-rise building combining beige stone and dark glass, the Seattle W is surprisingly space age inside. The hotel has neon pink lettering over the glass entrance -- a small
indication of its futuristic lobby, which has an enormous circular glass fireplace as its centerpiece topped with woven strips of sheet metal. A lounge area surrounds the fireplace, with low-lying couches in black and dark gray. TRACE restaurant resembles a cafeteria of the future with black walls, gold leather seating, and orb-like lights hanging from the ceiling. There are a couple of private dining rooms with dark decor and long tables. Guests -- typically business travelers and tourists wanting easy downtown access -- tend to be drawn to the slick interiors and ambiance.

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Location

In the heart of downtown Seattle, steps from stores and restaurants

Situated in a 26-floor high-rise in the middle of urban downtown Seattle, the W is surrounded by a number of other large hotels. There are several office buildings, chain stores, and upscale restaurants within a three-minute walk. The city's famous Pike Place Market is a 12-minute walk away. Seattle Aquarium and Waterfront Park are about 10 minutes' walking distance. CenturyLink Field, where the Seahawks
play, is a mile away, about 15 to 20 minutes on foot or by bus. The Seattle Ferry Terminal is a 10-minute walk away. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport can be reached in less than an hour by Monorail or in about 20 minutes by car.

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Rooms

Comfortable and modern rooms but devoid of coffeemakers

There are a total of 415 rooms in six categories, none of which include free Wi-Fi access -- except for Starwood Hotel members. All rooms are spacious, modern, and simply decorated with comfortable, pillow-top mattresses and large windows, through which some have amazing views of the city and coastline. There are sleek wood finishes -- headboards, long desks, and dressers -- and all rooms come with flat-screen TVs, DVD players, minibars, irons and ironing boards, and safes, but oddly no coffeemakers. Mini-fridges are available on request. The six Suites are large with separate bedrooms and living rooms, each equipped with a second, large flat-screen TV, velvety designer couch, and leather armchairs. Bathrooms are large with
attractive shower/tub combos. Suite bathrooms have both glass-enclosed showers and jetted tubs, along with windows with city views.

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Features

Nice gym, great restaurant, but Wi-Fi, parking, and pets are extra

This W Hotel has several amenities, but not many are free.
The large, well-equipped gym is free for guest use, though is somewhat tightly packed with weight machines, bikes, and treadmills. Wi-Fi is only free in common areas. Starwood Hotel members
can access free in-room Wi-Fi -- others must pay extra. Parking is valet-style in the underground garage and subject to high nightly fees. TRACE restaurant and bar serves a variety of fresh, seasonal fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and has a small sushi bar. There are several meeting rooms and two large ballrooms available for special events. A business center with computers and printer is available
for guest use. Pets are allowed for an extra fee. Dry cleaning, laundry, and in-room spa services can be arranged via the concierge desk, which is open 24 hours.

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