Seattle is the largest city in the Northwest and a popular tourist destination. From Washington's beautiful Puget Sound to the thriving downtown arts scene, the city's luxury hotels blend the best of boutique style with old-school luxury and ocean-view resorts in a uniquely Seattle way.
Family attractions are everywhere in the city and suburbs. Seattle Center has a children's museum and interactive science center, Imax theater and several buildings with hands on exhibits. Around Green Lake in the center of Seattle visitors can roller blade, ride a bicycle or jog. Nearby at the University of Washington, which sits on tranquil Lake Washington, is a beautiful arboretum. There are parks everywhere.
Seattle hosts several festivals each year. Among the most popular with all members of the family are: Bumbershoot Arts Festival featuring artists and performers from around the world which is held toward the end of summer around the time of Labor Day; and the summer food festival called Bite of Seattle which offers samplings of the best of over 50 restaurants.
Seattle Downtown Luxury Hotels
The Seattle Downtown area encompasses all of the most popular tourist attractions in the city and is easily walkable by foot. Sub-neighborhoods include the popular Pioneer Square and the Central Waterfront and the city's best luxury hotels can be found through this area. International luxury brands including the Fairmont, the Four Seasons and the Pan Pacific are located here as are some excellent five star boutique options including the Alexis Seattle and the Hotel 1000.
Seattle Airport Hotels (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is located 11 miles away from downtown Seattle and although there are several airport hotels connected to the terminals it is close enough to offer very easy access to all of Seattle's finest luxury hotels