suites add separate bedrooms and claw-foot tubs; some have vibrant rock 'n' roll-themed decor, guitars and record players. sophisticated rooms come with modern furnishings, flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi; some have balconies. there's a swanky restaurant and bar offering waterside dining, plus a rustic lobby lounge with a stone fireplace. upgraded rooms feature gas fireplaces, sitting areas and water views. located on pier 67, this upscale waterfront hotel is a 3-minute walk from ferries at the port of seattle, and 10 minutes' stroll from storied pike place market. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. valet parking is available. other amenities include meeting facilities and a gym Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 21 min
Gas Works Park (14 min) Former site of an oil plant is now a 20-acre park with picnic facilities & dramatic city views. The Gum Wall (15 min) Iconic brick wall covered with chewed-up gum in an alley under Pike Place Market. Olympic Sculpture Park (9 min) An offshoot of the Seattle Art Museum, this park features numerous sculptures spread over 9 acres. Pacific Science Center (14 min) Rotating science exhibits plus laser light shows, a tropical butterfly house & IMAX movie theaters. Woodland Park Zoo (14 min) 92-acre zoo with nearly 300 species, a vintage carousel, summer concerts & an indoor play space. Museum of Pop Culture (11 min) Inspired by Jimi Hendrix, the museum includes items from icons ranging from Bo Diddley to Bob Dylan. Chihuly Garden and Glass (16 min) Art museum & sculpture garden showcasing Dale Chihuly's large, colorful glass works. Seattle Art Museum (16 min) This roomy space hosts special exhibits & a permanent collection of both current & classic artworks. Pike Place Market Foundation (15 min) Landmark daily market with covered stalls & shops where food producers sell their wares. Seattle Aquarium (13 min) Aquarium shop with books, stuffed animals & toys for visitors to underwater exhibits. Seattle Center (14 min) Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, gardens, sports stadium, restaurants & shops. Space Needle (16 min) Iconic, 605-ft.-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant. The Seattle Great Wheel (14 min) Giant Ferris wheel offering climate-controlled gondolas & a bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks. Kerry Park (9 min) Panoramic views of Downtown & the Space Needle draw visitors to this small neighborhood park. Lake Union (13 min) Picturesque freshwater lake providing a popular boating spot & an annual wooden boat festival. |