Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle

Seattle, USA

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The hotel

A landmark property ideally located in Downtown Seattle, The Fairmont Olympic Hotel is one of the city’s best loved luxury hotels. Recently renovated, this hotel offers nearly a century of luxury service standards, while melding classic elegance with mid-century modern room décor. The AAA 4 Diamond Georgian Restaurant serves delicious French-inspired Northwest Cuisine, in the exquisite surrounds of Seattle’s premier dining room. There’s live jazz on Friday and Saturday nights, and even an exclusive space where up to 12 guests can relax and enjoy their own private dinner party. If you fancy something slightly more casual, head to Shuckers Oyster Bar to sample some fresh premium quality seafood and local artisan microbrews. The authentic carved oak panelling and 1930s tin ceiling make the Shuckers experience all the more unique!

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Located in downtown Seattle. Transfer time from Seattle airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

450 room and suites. All with air-conditioning, flat screen LCD TV, safe, alarm/clock radio, CD player, WiFi*, telephone, tea kettle, coffee maker, bathrobes, mini-bar, iron and board, and hairdryer. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Executive Suites feature a bedroom with spacious ensuite bathroom and adjacent dressing area, separated from the living room by draped French doors. The living room is furnished with a loveseat and armchair. This suite offers 1 king-size bed and a sofabed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Deluxe Executive Suites have a larger living area with a loveseat, two armchairs and a well-equipped working desk. This suite offers 1 king-size bed and sofabed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

The Georgian Restaurant (French-inspired Northwest cuisine). Shuckers (serving fresh seafood), The Terrace Lounge (live music Thu–Sat). Penelope & The Beauty Bar. Health club and spa featuring a swimming pool, whirlpool, saunas and fitness area. Penelope & The Beauty Bar (treatments*). 24-hour room service*. Business centre. WiFi*. Babysitting services*. Gift shop. Laundry/dry-cleaning services*. Self-parking $37, valet parking $47, plus tax per night (both payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee of $29 plus tax per room, per night, is applicable (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

Resort fee includes:- Complimentary WiFi access - Access to 7,000 international newspapers and magazines with the Press Reader application - In-room bottled water and coffee machine - Access to the health club, Peloton bikes, indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, yoga mats and sauna - Access to hotel BMW bikes - Daily sparkling wine masterclass - Toast at the George - Coffee credit at 4th Avenue Coffee House (up to $5 per night). Resort fee inclusions are subject to change and availability. 

*Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating 2-star hotel experience

Apr 18, 2024 Elise V

I’ve stayed here before and had a nice experience, but this time was much different. I actually live in Seattle, but needed a room this evening because of a carbon monoxide scare at my house and decided to stay here for one night while things cleared up at home (per fire dpt). Upon arrival, the room was not entirely clean and the towels had what… Read more
I’ve stayed here before and had a nice experience, but this time was much different. I actually live in Seattle, but needed a room this evening because of a carbon monoxide scare at my house and decided to stay here for one night while things cleared up at home (per fire dpt). Upon arrival, the room was not entirely clean and the towels had what appeared to be orange makeup stains on them. I let the front desk know and was unable to get another room. Ultimately, they did not provide or offer ANY accommodations for this unfortunate experience. It felt like a 2-star hotel experience with 5-star rates, which was extremely disappointing. 5/10 - front desk representatives/customer service 5/10 - cleanliness 10/10 - valet customer service Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic accommodations and staff

Apr 18, 2024 Companion65049174468

Stayed here the night before an overseas trip to UK, Croatia and Italy. Unfortunately my wife had an accident the day of our departure and we ended up in the ER / trip over. I called the hotel to see if we could stay another night and ask if they might have a wheelchair we could use. When we got back to the hotel there was a wheelchair and a get… Read more
Stayed here the night before an overseas trip to UK, Croatia and Italy. Unfortunately my wife had an accident the day of our departure and we ended up in the ER / trip over. I called the hotel to see if we could stay another night and ask if they might have a wheelchair we could use. When we got back to the hotel there was a wheelchair and a get well card. Such kindness from all of the staff - and everyone we dealt with was so kind and competent. They turned a terrible day into something much more tolerable. Oh and by the way - the hotel itself was fantastic - best Seattle hotel we’ve stayed at in 30+ years of coming there. Great food in the hotel and the rooms and amenities are top notch. Read less
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Apr 17, 2024 uditabanerjee Edinburgh, United Kingdom

It was great stay - the bed was comfortable, the amenities were good. Enjoyed the shower over bath and loved the le labo toiletries. The location is very central and I also enjoyed use of the pool facilities. My room was quiet which was great as well
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional stay

Apr 15, 2024 Harry P

One of the best experiences we have had at any hotel so far, the staff, the property, the ambience, the service, the amenities, everything literally the best. The staff were exceptionally hospitable, the reception staff were very quick, the food was so delicious. This our go to hotel for weekends from now on.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful but a lot of disappointments

Apr 14, 2024 LydsLifeSkills Tampa, Florida

Hotel is beautiful and the staff were super nice but I had a lot of disappointments during my week stay. Like, if you want a fridge in your room, extra $15 charge. You are not allowed to get to-go from the onsite restaurant, even with limited evening dining option in the area. Cafe in the basement is extremely overpriced. Concierge was… Read more
Hotel is beautiful and the staff were super nice but I had a lot of disappointments during my week stay. Like, if you want a fridge in your room, extra $15 charge. You are not allowed to get to-go from the onsite restaurant, even with limited evening dining option in the area. Cafe in the basement is extremely overpriced. Concierge was non-existent. The cherry on top was when checking out, we told the desk staff we were going to Vancouver next, she said it’s like Seattle but nicer. I don’t think I’ll be staying here again. Read less