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We look forward to welcoming you to the historic Fairmont Olympic Hotel located in the heart of Seattle. Dining offerings include:
*Hours and menus are subject to change
This hotel has accessible rooms and assistive devices.
Guest Room
350 sq.ft. to 420 sq.ft. / 33 sq.m to 39 sq.m
Intimate and elegant with one king bed, travel in comfort and check in to luxury with your stay.
430 sq.ft. / 40 sq.m
This guestroom with mid-century modern décor offers a comfortable stay with city views and marble en-suite bathrooms.
These double-bedded rooms offer additional sleeping options with an intimate sitting area and marble bathroom.
Deluxe Corner King rooms are not only rich in space, but rich in natural light and windows.
Top-floor double-bedded rooms offering enhanced signature amenities, spacious en-suite marble bathrooms and work desks.
A top-floor king with enhanced signature amenities. Luxurious and elegant, enjoy this unparalleled level of comfort.
Luxury awaits with signature amenities and top floor views in this spacious, one kind bed signature corner room.
490 sq.ft. / 46 sq.m
A top-floor Signature View Room 1 King with enhanced signature amenities. Luxurious and elegant, enjoy this unparalleled level of comfort.
Suites
Luxury awaits with signature amenities and top floor views in this spacious, Signature View Deluxe Executive Suite.
Luxury awaits with signature amenities and top floor views in this spacious, one king bed signature corner room.
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Check-in 4:00 pm - Check-out 11:00 am.
Located in the heart of downtown, the hotel is close to the waterfront pier, cruise ship terminal and many local attractions including the famous Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Art Museum.
AIRPORT INFORMATION The nearest airports to the Fairmont Olympic are Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), Paine Field (PAE) and Boeing Field / King County International Airport (BFI).
CAR RENTAL The Concierge will gladly make all of your car rental arrangements. The following is a list of rental locations near the hotel. Avis: 1(800) 331-1212 Budget: 1(800) 268-8900 Hertz: 1(800) 654-3131 Thrifty: 1(800) 367-2277
LIMOUSINE Please contact the Concierge at (206) 621-1700 or via email at sea.concierge@fairmont.com for information.
Navigate the city with ease by catching a ride on the Link Light Rail or via the King County Metro Transit Bus services.
Meetings, presentations, and special occasions are all about communication. From amplifying the human voice to providing a romantic soundtrack to underscore precious moments, Fairmont Olympic has partnered with Encore, the certified leader in the conference service field, to offer the finest technology, creative expertise and quality assurance necessary to take your meetings and events to the next level.
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An Educational Start
1920 Seattle's Hotel.
In 1922, plans for financing the hotel were formulated by a group of about 400 prominent citizens known as the “Community Hotel Corporation.” A bond drive was organized so that anyone could take part by investing in the venture. Public response to the proposal was tremendous and Seattleites purchased $100 bonds and raised $2.7 million dollars for the hotel. The Seattle Times held a contest with a $50 prize to whoever submitted the best name for the hotel, chosen by the board of the Community Hotel Corporation. 3,906 entries were submitted and one name, submitted in several variations, pleased the committee the most. They settled on The Olympic, for which 11 entries had been submitted and the first submitted won the prize. The hotel officially opened its doors on December 6, 1924 with a grand opening gala that had all of Seattle talking. Lights illuminated the exterior walls and two large spotlights on the hotel roof swept the sky. A one night stay with bath would have cost about $3.50.
1940 Hope in Victory Square
When we recall the past, we usually find that it is the simplest things - not the great occasions - that in retrospect give off the greatest glow of happiness.
Bob Hope
The year 1960 saw another Presidential campaign, along with visits to the hotel by both Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy. But neither vice president nor the senator from Massachusetts could compare to Crown Prince Akihito and Crown Princess Michiko of Japan, who toured the United States to commemorate the centennial of the first trade and friendship treaty between the two countries. The Imperial Highnesses arrived in Seattle on October 4, 1960 and thousands turned out to witness a rare visit by Japanese royalty. Throughout 1961, most people were preoccupied with construction going on just north of downtown, especially the Space Needle towering above it all. Businesses throughout the city started getting ready for the millions of visitors expected for the upcoming World’s Fair. The Seattle’s World’s Fair—known as Century 21—opened on April 21, 1962. Only a few weeks after the fair opened, The Olympic Hotel was bursting with celebrities, such as a visit from President John F. Kennedy celebrating the Senator Warren Magnuson’s 25th year in Congress. In 1968, one of the largest campaign crowds gathered in University Plaza to see Presidential nominee Richard Nixon. More than 5,000 people jammed the street to hear the candidate talk from a speaker’s platform set up in front of the entrance.
As the 1970s began, The Olympic continued to host royalty and was officially placed on the National Register of Historic Places and preparations soon began for the closure of the hotel for a major restoration project.
Before The Olympic was closed for remodeling, the front desk was inundated with calls from people who wanted old room keys. Charity groups were given keys for fundraising purposes, but those who wanted to own part of the hotel’s past had plenty of opportunity. On October 16, 1980, quite possibly the largest estate sale in Seattle history opened for business as the hotel sold off just about everything. Even the doors to the guest rooms were up for grabs. Within weeks, the building was picked clean, except for the original 1920s chandeliers in the lobby. After a $62.5 million entire restoration, The Olympic re-opened for business on Sunday, May 23, 1982 and continues to define the epicenter of the city.
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A Historic Landmark Renovated
From seasonally inspired menus to dining experiences that will satisfy any craving, see what our chefs are preparing just for you.
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Event
A legendary meeting place for people and ideas, we can accommodate up to 650 guests.
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We excel in serving restaurant quality cuisine in a grand setting for up to 480 guests.
As a landmark of distinction and home to the finest Seattle weddings for than 95 years, we are here to make your dream wedding a reality.
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Reviewed 2023-03-26
Reviewed 2023-03-25
Upon arriving, the valet attendant was very rude and short with me. He rudely explained that the luggage carts are only for bell service, so I opted for that service. Over an hour went by without my bags moving from the valet area at all, so I went down and had to bring my bags up to the room myself. I WAS VERY ANNOYED BY THAT. How did the hotel allow my bags to sit at valet for an hour??? Checkin was nice but they didn’t mention that house keeping was by request only. I made choices during my visit around this, but house keeping never came. I had about 4 different methods given to me to sign up for the ALL programme but I opted to NOT sign up for it. Today I got an email that said that I was now a member. I never accepted and terms and conditions and did not want to sign up for this programme. I’m very dissatisfied with this. The room was very nice and I appreciated a free upgrade for booking through the Amex fine hotels and resorts program. The hotel is beautiful and is in a very good location. I like the design of the hotel and the rooms.
No doorman to assist with luggage. I have stayed at this property over 50 times over the past four and a half years. I have a ton of Accor points (which are almost impossible to use) and it was just this last trip that I learned that there was a club floor (or something like that). The person checking me in begrudgingly upgraded me because it was the only floor that had walk-in showers available. I used to think of the hotel as my home away from home, but it doesn’t feel special anymore and the service is not what it used to be. As a loyal customer it seems things could be better. There are other options and I’m beginning to consider them. Not even a “welcome back, Ms. B..” Ever!
Reviewed 2023-03-24
staff, location, comfort of the rooms - all excellent.
This is my go to Seattle home away from home. I love the location, restaurants, quality of service...and the new decor and bar is right!!
Excellent property in a good location with outstanding staff
Reviewed 2023-03-22
The hotel was lovely, pool and hot tub were excellent. Pros: Location was prime, close to everything. Very nice restaurant and bar, Was unable to try Shuckers or the Spa this trip . Rooms were spacious Cons: Bed was hard, requested additional pad after 2nd night but it was smaller than the bed. Towels and toilet paper were rough.
Reviewed 2023-03-20
I have been staying here for over 15 years. The staff is amazing. Service is high level, rooms are very clean and in great condition
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