Motif Seattle

Seattle, Seattle & Washington State

Hotel Exterior
Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails
Terrace
Guest Room
Twin room
Hotel Exterior
Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails
Terrace
Guest Room
Twin room

The hotel

Bang on trend, downtown’s Motif Seattle isn’t just well-located, it’s also well-kitted out. We’re talking Amazon Alexa in your sleek and chic guestroom (just in case you want to ask for fresh towels or check out what’s happening in Seattle tomorrow). We’re talking travel musts, like a 24-hour fitness hub. And we’re talking uber-cool social spaces, like the popular rooftop deck — an urban patio that’s been strung with lights and features al fresco fireplaces, city views, and the Northwest Pacific menu of its fashionable Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails. All this within walking distance of favourites like Pike Place Market and the Pacific Place Mall.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On vibrant 5th Avenue in Downtown Seattle, between premium shopping and landmarks. Pike Place Market is a 10-minute walk away. Transfer time from Seattle International Airport: 40 minutes.

Hotel information

307 rooms with expansive windows, with views of the city skyline and the Olympic Mountains beyond. All rooms have air conditioning, LCD flat-screen TV, compimentary WiFi, Amazon Alexa, bluetooth speaker alarm clock, telephone, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, iron and board, mini-fridge and safe. Standard Rooms have 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Premier Rooms are larger and have views of the city skyline, either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.  

Partial Water View Guest Rooms have views of Seattle's skyline and waterfront, either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Premium Water View Guest Rooms provide breathtaking views of Seattle's waterfront, either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Superior Studio Suites are on the higher floors with views of the skyline. They are open-plan with 2 queen-size beds and a spacious living area with sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Signature Water View Suites are on the higher floors with views of Seattle's skyline and waterfront. They have a separate king bedroom and living area, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails (outdoor dining with Pacific Northwest seafood and great cocktails). Rooftop social space with fire pits, LED ping pong table and often live music by local musicians and DJs. 24-hour fitness centre. Concierge service. Room service*. Electric car charging stations. Self-parking $45 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $20 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - 2 bottles of water daily – WiFi - In-room caffeine bar – Pacific Northwest beverage tasting, upon arrival - Unlimited phone calls within the USA - Business center access – 24-hour Fitness Center access – Use of car charging stations. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge

Please note: guests must be 21-years or over to check-in.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (828)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unfortunately, we didn't have the best experience

Sep 20, 2020 TNL81

ATTENTION ALL BLACK TRAVELERS: First and foremost, I really hesitated about writing this review, but I think I should alert my black travelers. I am not one to make everything about race but somethings are very obvious and can't be dismissed. ------------- I am an African American woman who was very excited to travel to Seattle for the first… Read more
ATTENTION ALL BLACK TRAVELERS: First and foremost, I really hesitated about writing this review, but I think I should alert my black travelers. I am not one to make everything about race but somethings are very obvious and can't be dismissed. ------------- I am an African American woman who was very excited to travel to Seattle for the first time with my friend, who is an African American male. We were ready to experience the culture, the food, and anything else that Seattle had to offer. Regarding our hotel accommodations, we decided to stay at the Motif. Upon checking in, we were greeted and welcomed warmly by Malcolm. He suggested different places where we should eat, including the hotels very own restaurant, The Frolik Kitchen. Before I go any further, I'd like to say that the reason why we decided to stay at the Motif was because of the ambiance and the vibe of the restaurant (according to the reviews and pictures). Unfortunately, our experience at the Motif was way below average - especially how were treated at the restaurant. On September 20th, we decided to eat at the Frolic Kitchen because we were tired from exploring and didn't want to go too far. While my friend went to the restroom, I walked into the restaurant to be seated. As I waited for someone to assist, I noticed that some of the staff gave me eye contact but did not approach me. After about 5 minutes of waiting, the host came up to me to say that they were at capacity and they were not allowing more people to be seated. I was surprised by this because there were not alot of people in the restaurant at 7:30 PM. Normally, if a restaurant is at capacity, and they are not about to close, your name goes on a waiting list and you are notified once a table is available. This option was not offered to us even though the restaurant closed at 10:00 pm, we were turned away and was told we can order something to eat from their restaurant from our room. As we were walking away, the feelom of frustration and hurt really set in. I began to feel like we were racially profiled and turned away unfairly. Not to mention, as we were walking away, we noticed a group with 6 people that were leaving the restaurant. Of course my friend and I both noticed this and questioned why we were not allowed in after that group left - they were no longer at capacity, right? Once I got back into the room, I immediately called down to the front desk to explain my experience at the restaurant. Needless to say, she made two excuses for why we were treated poorly - which none of them made sense. Not to mention, she said she would deduct the hotel resort fee for our troubles. I thanked her for this gesture, but I never asked for any compensation - I'm assuming this was her was of calming me down or silencing me. I really hate that this was our experience at the Motif's restaurant, The Frolik Kitchen, but it is what it is. I highly urge black travelers to not support this establishment. They are not for us.Show Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great hotel. Great location

Sep 15, 2020 TrailBlazer688071

Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The cleaning procedures were explained and room was very clean. Restaurant and bar with patio were just downstairs from the front entrance. Walked all over downtown from the location.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Customer Service!

Sep 12, 2020 SwayLa2020 Auburn, Washington

I stayed while the restrictions were in effect due to Covid 19 and the whole staff was warm and welcoming. I especially wanted to see the Frolik restaurant and even though it was closed on the day I stayed (due to Covid 19) a couple of staff members let me view outdoor terrace of the restaurant to see what it was like. It was a nice getaway
Image of the Tripadvisor rating New go to hotel in Seattle

Sep 9, 2020 bschen San Francisco, California

Amazing service throughout the stay that showed they cared about the wellbeing of customers and staff. Very attentive staff that provided top notch service and gave excellent advice for making the most during our stay. Great rooms and fun rooftop deck in the restaurant. Looking forward to the next stay.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful Water View

Sep 9, 2020 msericonnections Saint Louis, Missouri

The room was very clean, the staff is friendly. We complained about the continental breakfast being a muffin and juice and asked that the remainder days exclude the breakfast rate and they obliged. The rooftop bar has a nice atmosphere, but the menu is very limited and pricey, the drinks were just ok. We stayed on the 17th floor and had a… Read more
The room was very clean, the staff is friendly. We complained about the continental breakfast being a muffin and juice and asked that the remainder days exclude the breakfast rate and they obliged. The rooftop bar has a nice atmosphere, but the menu is very limited and pricey, the drinks were just ok. We stayed on the 17th floor and had a beautiful view of the water. This hotel is about a 10 minute walk to Pike Market and a 20-25 minute walk to Space Needle. Shopping and theaters are in walking distance. There were alot of homeless people about a block over but they are harmless and didn't bother anyone. Read less