W Seattle
Seattle, Washington
Central Business District
Vibe
Wooden lodge poles greet you in the lobby, where an airplane turbine becomes a DJ booth for weekend sets.
“Jet age lodge”
Backlit stacked wood headboards evoke Northwest lodges, while an airplane turbine becomes the DJ booth.
Aescape robotic massage offers targeted recovery alongside cardio and strength equipment in FIT.
Living Room Bar hosts weekend DJs and monthly Main Stage performances by local artists.
At Fourth and Seneca in downtown Seattle, within walking distance of Pike Place Market.
“The Living Room, the lobby bar, is decorated with oversized record sleeves, and features DJs and live music on weekend evenings.”
Rooms
Backlit stacked wood forms the headboards, while plaid accent pillows bring a little of Seattle’s grunge history indoors.
Wellness
The FIT gym covers cardio and strength training with machines and free weights, while on-site Aescape robotic massage adds a recovery option.
Eat & drink
TRACE Market serves Pacific Northwest breakfasts and lunches, while W Living Room Bar pairs Hawaiian-American dishes with cocktails and microbrews.
The neighborhood
Fourth and Seneca puts you in Seattle’s downtown business district, with Pike Place Market within walking distance.
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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.