Ace Hotel Seattle
Seattle, Washington
Belltown
Vibe
Dark walnut floors and retro-futuristic white walls give the small lobby the feel of an art gallery.
“Army blanket guesthouse”
Whitewashed brick, fourteen-foot ceilings and army blankets give the rooms their spare, bohemian character.
The landmark 1909 Latona Hotel building preserves its former mission history above street-level storefronts.
Born from Seattle's bar and music scene, this original Ace retains its informal character.
On First Avenue among Belltown bars and galleries, with The Crocodile just up the street.
“the lobby, with its dark walnut floors and retro-futuristic white walls... looks more like an art gallery than a hotel lobby”
Rooms
Standard rooms pair low platform beds with large windows and high ceilings, while shared bathrooms keep the guesthouse spirit intact.
“Today it attracts the sort of traveler who finds bohemian charm in flea-market furnishings, whitewashed brick, and late-night noise from hard-partying Belltown below.”
Backstory
The founders came from Seattle’s bars and music businesses, bringing performers to town as grunge gave way to electronic music.
“The brick building has high ceilings and hardwood floors, and a few of the rooms have partial water views.”
Eat & drink
You make your own waffles in the shared breakfast kitchen, with juice and Stumptown coffee alongside.
The neighborhood
Belltown’s bars and galleries line the surrounding streets, with The Crocodile up First Avenue and nightlife noise part of the stay.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.