211 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, Washington, United States | (888) 962-8097
Good value for a business property in the city
Close to the Space Needle and downtown
Guest rooms have kitchenettes
Fun, casual Emerald Grill restaurant on-site
Small gym features modern equipment
Inexpensive daily parking fee
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Breakfast not included
Some bathrooms are cramped
This Holiday Inn caters to business travelers, but is also popular with tourists largely because of its location a few blocks from some of the city’s big attractions, including the Space Needle, the Pacific Science Center, the Experience Music Project, and the Key Arena. The 196 rooms have basic decor but are clean and bright. There’s a decent restaurant on-site that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, a small gym, and standard business amenities, including free Wi-Fi. It’s worth comparing rates with some non-chain hotels that have a little more personality, such as the Mediterranean Inn.
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Scene
Business atmosphere with some modern, homey touches
The Holiday Inn's proximity to the Space Needle and other tourist attractions makes it popular with vacationers, although the atmosphere is decidedly businesslike. Business facilities include a large executive lounge set up with a long table and couches and two desktop workstations. The rest of the hotel has a modern, homey atmosphere. There's a fireplace in the lobby next to a cluster of velvety couches and armchairs, with a gold, red, and black modern rug at the center. There's a second, more private seating area by a decorative rock wall. The Emerald Grill, the hotel's restaurant, has lime green walls and modern pendant light fixtures, providing a fun, casual spot for a leisurely breakfast or quick dinner.
Location
On a quiet South Lake Union street, a few blocks from the Seattle Center
The hotel is on a quiet street in the South Lake Union, off the small Denny Park. There aren't many restaurants or shops right by the hotel, but it is pretty close to major attractions at the Seattle Center, such as the Space Needle, which is a 15-minute walk away across a freeway. The hotel is 15 minutes from the Washington State Convention and Trade Center. Pike Place Market is about a 20-minute walk, or 10 minutes on public transportation. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is a 20-minute drive from the hotel without traffic.
Rooms
Basic chain decor with some colorful enhancements, plus kitchenettes
The 196 rooms at the Holiday Inn are clean and bright, and have basic decor enhanced by bright blue walls behind cushioned headboards. Otherwise, the rooms are pretty standard, with gold carpeting and basic dark-wood furniture. Suites have small sitting areas by their entrances and separate bedrooms with gray patterned carpeting. Beds come with a choice of soft or firm pillows. Bathrooms have large black and white marbled vanities and curtained shower/tub combos, with Bath and Body Works toiletries. All rooms have kitchenettes with small sinks, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Other amenities include flat-screen TVs, safes, irons and ironing boards, and hairdryers.
Features
Attached casual restaurant, execuctive lounge, and small gym
The on-site Emerald Grill serves breakfast (not included), lunch, and dinner in a brightly-painted, festive atmosphere. An executive lounge is equipped with desktop workstations, couches, flat-screen TVs, a microwave, and free coffee. There’s a small gym with basic cardio machines. Wi-Fi is free and there’s a small daily fee for parking. The hotel also has coin-operated laundry facilities on-site.
