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Seattle Marriott Waterfront vs The Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Both The Fairmont Olympic Seattle and Seattle Marriott Waterfront are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, The Fairmont Olympic Seattle is the choice of most professionals compared to Seattle Marriott Waterfront. The Fairmont Olympic Seattle ranks #1 in Seattle with recommendations from 18 reviews such as DK Eyewitness, Condé Nast Traveler and Frommer's.

Seattle Marriott Waterfront
Seattle Marriott Waterfront
7 / 10
2100 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121
From $121 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Across Alaskan Way from Elliott Bay, this sleek hotel doesn't have superb views like the Edgewater, but it's the only other option if you want to stay on the waterfront." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The decor in the public spaces is warm, rich, and somewhat interesting, while guest rooms fall back on standard hotel decor." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"There are very few Seattle hotels this close to the water, so if you want to enjoy everything this scenic city has to offer... the Marriott is a great pick." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Marriott is an eight-story property with rooms on the downtown waterfront, directly across from the Seattle Cruise Terminal (Pier 66) where ships bound for Alaska dock." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This waterfront gem with excellent views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains is Seattle’s first full-service hotel. There’s a fitness center and two restaurants."
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The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
9 / 10
411 University St., Seattle, WA 98101
From $146 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Concierge Concierge
"Located in a 12-story Italian Renaissance–style building, the centrally located Fairmont is one of the most luxurious hotels in Seattle."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Grand and stately... this old-world hotel personifies class and elegance." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"It has a grand lobby with architecture that evokes the 1920s (the hotel opened in 1924), an impressive clientele list that includes JFK, and one of the oldest oyster bars in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Pacific Northwest’s only fivediamond establishment, this landmark hotel has treated guests with the utmost elegance and personalized service since it opened in 1924."
Star Service Star Service
"It offers standout service, fine dining, extraordinary traditional surroundings and commendable accommodations. " Full review
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Note: Guests can avoid paying expensive Internet charges by joining Fairmont's member program free of charge.
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