Thompson Seattle

Seattle, USA

Star rating

Deluxe City View King
Hotel Lobby
Deluxe Water View King
The Nest
The Nest
City View King
City View Queen/Queen
Conversation Kitchen and Bar
Water View Studio Suite
Deluxe City View King
Hotel Lobby
Deluxe Water View King
The Nest
The Nest
City View King
City View Queen/Queen
Conversation Kitchen and Bar
Water View Studio Suite

The hotel

Like a beautiful, glass puzzle box, this newcomer to Seattle’s luxury boutique hotel scene stands just a block away from Pike Place Market and the waterfront. As such it commands disarming views of Puget Sound through to the distant Olympic Mountains from The Nest – the Thompson Seattle’s urbane rooftop bar and outdoor living room – and many of its rooms and suites – through pulse-quickening, floor-to-ceiling windows. Decorated with elegant materials given quirky contemporary life through an understated colour palette, the look and feel is very much 'comfortable luxury residence'; something that’s only enhanced by a 24-hour fitness centre, complimentary WiFi, and California Kitchen, a restaurant that turns the finest locally sourced ingredients into dishes that become lifelong memories.

Amenities

  • Yoga
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Valet parking
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Between Belltown and Downtown on the northeast corner of Stewart Street and 1st Avenue, a walkable street lined with locally loved cafes, shops, bars and restaurants. Transfer time from Seattle International airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

150 rooms and suites across 12 floors, all with air conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, rainfall shower, 42" flat-screen TV, hairdryer, coffee/tea making facilities, bathrobes, bathroom amenities, honor bar*, safe, and iron and ironing board.

Standard Rooms have courtyard views with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

City View rooms offer views of Stewart Street, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Deluxe City View rooms are slightly larger in size, with panoramic views of Seattle from the floor-to-ceiling windows, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Deluxe Water View rooms feature views of Pike Place Market and the waterfront, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Executive Studio Suites feature a separate living area, panoramic views of Pike Place Market and 1st Avenue, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Water View Studio Suites feature a separate living area, bay views from the expansive windows, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

Thompson Suites feature a separate living room, views of Pike Place Market and the waterfront, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people. 


Complimentary morning coffee and tea bar served in lobby. Conversation Kitchen & Bar (restaurant serving fresh local ingredients; open for breakfast daily, weekend brunch, and dinner Tues - Sat). The Nest (rooftop bar and terrace, serving drinks and light snacks - over 21's only). 

Fitness centre. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Valet parking $50 per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

This hotel has a resort fee of $29 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Aug 2, 2025 luv2travel201220 San Antonio, Texas

The Pros: location and nice rooms The Cons: below average customer service, horrible rooftop bar process and experience
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Aug 1, 2025 Olga C

This hotel has a lot going for it — the location is excellent, and the boutique feel is stylish and well thought out. It should be a great stay. It is very easy to get an Uber from this location. The only positive was the fact that my room was ready early, this was very much appreciated. I didn't experience noise levels that others described, it… Read more
This hotel has a lot going for it — the location is excellent, and the boutique feel is stylish and well thought out. It should be a great stay. It is very easy to get an Uber from this location. The only positive was the fact that my room was ready early, this was very much appreciated. I didn't experience noise levels that others described, it was fairly quiet on my floor. Unfortunately, the service experience really missed the mark. The room service menu is extremely limited — no white wine, no dessert options, and a surprisingly small selection overall. My Americano from room service was simply awful. Others commented on this before, but 7 am breakfast start is unacceptable for business travelers. Housekeeping was exceptionally poor: dirty glasses weren’t cleared from the room on any of my 3 days of stay, and nothing was replenished — not even basic coffee supplies. I know that the sheets weren't changed. The Nest bar seemed to be constantly overtaken by events — during my stay, a large group of interns dominated the space, making it impossible for actual guests to enjoy. It felt more like a club venue than a hotel bar. Last note - many people wrote about this but the A/C is a huge issue. I didn't think it would be an issue given the weather in Seattle. However, the room is simply not cold enough, particularly in rooms facing West (there is sun shining directly at your room till 9 pm in the summer - bring masks with you if you are traveling from the East Coast and need an early night). I gave up on the A/C after a day... There’s real potential here, but it’s clear that guest experience isn’t being prioritized — especially for those who actually booked a room. I hope they course-correct, because the property itself deserves better. Read less
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Jul 29, 2025 Aaron V

The location is great across the street from Pike Market Place. Very nice boutique hotel for your stay. We were in the 7th floor with a view of the ocean, Pike Makret, Farris Wheel, etc. The down side is the room gets a ton of sunlight. The AC was on full blast but didn’t really feel the room cold until sunset. Overall, great despite the AC and… Read more
The location is great across the street from Pike Market Place. Very nice boutique hotel for your stay. We were in the 7th floor with a view of the ocean, Pike Makret, Farris Wheel, etc. The down side is the room gets a ton of sunlight. The AC was on full blast but didn’t really feel the room cold until sunset. Overall, great despite the AC and Sun Beaming in the room. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good location, better rooms at different hotels

Jul 29, 2025 Zach S

Room left something to be desired. Paid for a view of the bay and it was amazing! But had a few shortfalls. Thompson is right next to the market and prime location to visit multiple areas easily.
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Jul 28, 2025 Em A

Oscar inside The Conversation gave us above and beyond service. He was very knowledgeable about the wine selection and made sure everything was perfect. Sophie at the front desk was very welcoming.