suites add living areas and minifridges; some feature 4-poster beds, whirlpool tubs and microwaves. amenities include laid-back restaurant, a rooftop terrace with seating, and a business center. this polished hotel is a 7-minute walk from washington state convention center, a 13-minute walk from seattle art museum and 2 miles from the space needle observation tower. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the streamlined rooms come with free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and keurig coffeemakers Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 17 min
The Seattle Great Wheel (16 min) Giant Ferris wheel offering climate-controlled gondolas & a bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks. Smith Tower (15 min) Iconic 1914 office tower featuring a speakeasy-style cocktail bar & a 35th-floor observatory. Pacific Science Center (9 min) Rotating science exhibits plus laser light shows, a tropical butterfly house & IMAX movie theaters. Olympic Sculpture Park (10 min) An offshoot of the Seattle Art Museum, this park features numerous sculptures spread over 9 acres. Space Needle (9 min) Iconic, 605-ft.-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant. Museum of Pop Culture (10 min) Inspired by Jimi Hendrix, the museum includes items from icons ranging from Bo Diddley to Bob Dylan. Seattle Center (8 min) Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, gardens, sports stadium, restaurants & shops. Kerry Park (14 min) Panoramic views of Downtown & the Space Needle draw visitors to this small neighborhood park. The Gum Wall (16 min) Iconic brick wall covered with chewed-up gum in an alley under Pike Place Market. Seattle Art Museum (12 min) This roomy space hosts special exhibits & a permanent collection of both current & classic artworks. Gas Works Park (14 min) Former site of an oil plant is now a 20-acre park with picnic facilities & dramatic city views. Seattle Aquarium (7 min) Aquarium shop with books, stuffed animals & toys for visitors to underwater exhibits. Pike Place Market Foundation (15 min) Landmark daily market with covered stalls & shops where food producers sell their wares. Chihuly Garden and Glass (10 min) Art museum & sculpture garden showcasing Dale Chihuly's large, colorful glass works. Lake Union (9 min) Picturesque freshwater lake providing a popular boating spot & an annual wooden boat festival. |