Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle

Seattle, USA

Star rating

The Georgian Restaurant
Deluxe Executive Suite
Deluxe Executive Suite Bedroom
Deluxe Double Double
Deluxe King
Signature Executive Suite
Signature King
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The Georgian Restaurant
Deluxe Executive Suite
Deluxe Executive Suite Bedroom
Deluxe Double Double
Deluxe King
Signature Executive Suite
Signature King

The hotel

A landmark property ideally located in Downtown Seattle, The Fairmont Olympic Hotel is one of the city’s best loved luxury hotels. Recently renovated, this hotel offers nearly a century of luxury service standards, while melding classic elegance with mid-century modern room décor. The AAA 4 Diamond Georgian Restaurant serves delicious French-inspired Northwest Cuisine, in the exquisite surrounds of Seattle’s premier dining room. There’s live jazz on Friday and Saturday nights, and even an exclusive space where up to 12 guests can relax and enjoy their own private dinner party. If you fancy something slightly more casual, head to Shuckers Oyster Bar to sample some fresh premium quality seafood and local artisan microbrews. The authentic carved oak panelling and 1930s tin ceiling make the Shuckers experience all the more unique!

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Located in downtown Seattle. Transfer time from Seattle airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

450 room and suites. All with air-conditioning, flat screen LCD TV, safe, alarm/clock radio, CD player, WiFi*, telephone, tea kettle, coffee maker, bathrobes, mini-bar, iron and board, and hairdryer. Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Executive Suites feature a bedroom with spacious ensuite bathroom and adjacent dressing area, separated from the living room by draped French doors. The living room is furnished with a loveseat and armchair. This suite offers 1 king-size bed and a sofabed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Deluxe Executive Suites have a larger living area with a loveseat, two armchairs and a well-equipped working desk. This suite offers 1 king-size bed and sofabed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

The Georgian Restaurant (French-inspired Northwest cuisine). Shuckers (serving fresh seafood), The Terrace Lounge (live music Thu–Sat). Penelope & The Beauty Bar. Health club and spa featuring a swimming pool, whirlpool, saunas and fitness area. Penelope & The Beauty Bar (treatments*). 24-hour room service*. Business centre. WiFi*. Babysitting services*. Gift shop. Laundry/dry-cleaning services*. Self-parking $37, valet parking $47, plus tax per night (both payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee of $29 plus tax per room, per night, is applicable (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

Resort fee includes:- Complimentary WiFi access - Access to 7,000 international newspapers and magazines with the Press Reader application - In-room bottled water and coffee machine - Access to the health club, Peloton bikes, indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, yoga mats and sauna - Access to hotel BMW bikes - Daily sparkling wine masterclass - Toast at the George - Coffee credit at 4th Avenue Coffee House (up to $5 per night). Resort fee inclusions are subject to change and availability. 

*Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (2877)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice staff.

Mar 15, 2026 Maria S

Did the tea time. It was a nice experience. Service was good. Staff was friendly.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A lot to be desired…

Feb 21, 2026 Patrick S

Very crowded and incredibly understaffed hotel, examples including 30 min wait time at check in, inattentive servers at breakfast, and 90 minutes waiting in line at checkout. Overall, a very frustrating experience, would have expected a lot more with the cost of staying here
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not enough staff

Feb 21, 2026 whitle2017 Vashon, Washington

Been to this hotel for many different occasions but not recently. We stayed here for the flower show and loved the location and such a beautiful historic building. Unfortunately they were very understaffed. Valet was backed up even though the staff was clearly hustling. We called it in half hour before and still waited 20 minutes after the… Read more
Been to this hotel for many different occasions but not recently. We stayed here for the flower show and loved the location and such a beautiful historic building. Unfortunately they were very understaffed. Valet was backed up even though the staff was clearly hustling. We called it in half hour before and still waited 20 minutes after the promised time. The bar is such a lovely spot for people watching and a drink but the wait was long and the food was not well prepared. They give you a number to text when you need something but requests were not responded to or it took so long that it was easier to try and call. Overall it felt like they were trying to cut costs at the expense of the customer. Expect more from a luxury hotel. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stay away! Ruined our Valentine’s Day stay! Luxury price… motel-level service.

Feb 16, 2026 Adri M Puyallup, Washington

★☆☆☆☆ — Request for Management Review I’m leaving this review because my Valentine’s stay did not reflect the standards expected from a property of this reputation, and I would appreciate management reviewing what occurred. I booked the romance package and had difficulty reaching concierge prior to arrival — calls, texts, and emails largely went… Read more
★☆☆☆☆ — Request for Management Review I’m leaving this review because my Valentine’s stay did not reflect the standards expected from a property of this reputation, and I would appreciate management reviewing what occurred. I booked the romance package and had difficulty reaching concierge prior to arrival — calls, texts, and emails largely went unanswered while trying to plan. At check-in, we waited 47 minutes with no acknowledgment or apology. We then missed our dinner reservation because valet informed us retrieving our car would take about 30 minutes. When we returned for assistance, concierge was closed and the front desk offered minimal solutions. A manager converted a $50 massage credit into a hotel credit and suggested room service, which did not resolve the situation. The room itself was clean but showed clear maintenance concerns: peeling wallpaper, visible water damage above the shower, a loose bathroom mirror, and melted plastic stuck to the iron that ruined my husband’s shirt. The champagne and strawberries included with the package were fine, but nothing about the experience felt special or aligned with the expectations set by the hotel’s branding. Not a single staff member even acknowledged Valentine’s Day, which was surprising considering the package theme. At checkout, the apology felt routine rather than responsive, which gave the impression these issues may not be uncommon. That was honestly the most concerning part. For comparison, we’ve had far more attentive and proactive service at other Seattle hotels, including Silver Cloud SODO, where communication and guest care felt genuinely prioritized. I would welcome direct contact from hotel management to discuss this stay, as the service, communication, and room condition did not match the price point or brand reputation — though based on our experience trying to reach staff, I’m not confident that call will be returned. Read less
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Feb 13, 2026 Lanadanny1

We have stayed at this hotel numerous times as the actual hotel is our favorite in Seattle. However, the service has gotten unacceptable. The last straw was we booked for the night prior to the Seahawks parade. We got there to check on around 6:00 pm and were told there was a glitch in the system and we did not have a room. I had my confirmation… Read more
We have stayed at this hotel numerous times as the actual hotel is our favorite in Seattle. However, the service has gotten unacceptable. The last straw was we booked for the night prior to the Seahawks parade. We got there to check on around 6:00 pm and were told there was a glitch in the system and we did not have a room. I had my confirmation number to show them and they still could not accommodate us. This completely ruined our plans. There was a huge line of guests ready to check in in front of us and behind us. All being turned away. They said they would get us a room at another hotel. We choose to not do this as we had selected the Fairmont due to the location for the parade. This is just unacceptable. We have had other stays there where we have waited a long time to check in. Their system really needs improvement. The valet is ridiculous as well. We’ve waited for an hour, and another time 40 min. We almost stopped coming due to the chaotic parking system but live the actual hotel so much we continued to book here. In addition, the bar has the worst service. Slowest moving bartenders I’ve seen. No urgency. Lastly, on our stay a week ago we were charged for the items in the mini bar. We don’t even drink beer and do not like Chardonnay and we were charged for these items. Still trying to get a hold of management to discuss this. Always goes to voice mail. We will never be returning to this hotel. Read less