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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 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 2023-01-20
Excellent - Hotel has every amenity you could possibly want! Robe, slippers, minibar, historic building with restaurant/bar, suite experience, and comfortable bedding!
Reviewed 2023-01-19
Love the hotel and have gotten to know much of the staff. However, at my last check in, it came to my attention that my Accor membership number was not associated with my account. I was surprised. This is after a manager, Tracy Ostermann, had emailed me in November, saying credit for my past stays could not be recognized retroactively. (Tracy had contacted me at an employee's helpful suggestion -- he was seeking to do right by me, a frequent customer.) I have no issue with the policy, but I am very surprised the manager did not bother to ensure my account number was connected at that time. At this point, I have no idea how many stays I have actually been credited for and which I have not. Pretty disappointing.
Our room was excellent staff was great. We checked in around midnight and there was a new girl being trained at the desk. I reserved a room for 2 nights w breakfast and 2 nights valet. I paid cash when we checked in… Paid in full. We were very tired and it was taking longer than it should have, still had to show proof of valet get bags etc. I foolishly didn’t get my receipt as I didnt expect any issues from a high class establishment, never have had any problems like what transpired… We enjoyed the pool , exercise room and spa , had great massages ect. We needed to stay an extra night called the front desk. No problem!!! When I checked out I had a credit of 907$ Vallet WASNT paid and the bill for the one extra night was as much as 2 nights. Also no breakfast… I wasn’t super upset but I still talked with the desk. They were rude no help pretty much told me tuff shit… We’ve stayed there frequently and never been treated like this. Very disappointed. We had a plane to catch, my only option was to get with security and review the footage of our check in. They weren’t available for a while so we had to leave. I called them a few days later to see if they could help.. The woman was rude and actually hung up on me. I wasn’t rude or out of line. You really think I paid 907$ at check in??? Just a random number. No paid in full and didn’t get change because of the amount of time it took to check in. I gave them 1100$ then almost 800$ for the one night They also refused AAA and a discount that was in the room and some other discount advertised on website.. Paid for valet twice. GET YOUR RECEIPTS!!! Even at the swanky Fairmont they will get you!!
Reviewed 2023-01-18
Nothing hit the highest level of service, every time.
The staff was very friendly during checkin. The location was great. Can’t wait to stay here again
The stay was good, and the food options could be increased as there are very limited options in the 3 restaurants
Reviewed 2023-01-17
We had an easy check in and decided to get a glass of champagne and beer to take p to our room with us. It took 15 minutes waiting for a bar tender to notice us and even give us a moment of their time. Once we got one of their attentions, ( there were only 4 people at the bar so they were not busy) he seemed very annoyed that we were wanting drinks. After that we went to our room and got ready for our evening. We went to dinner and When we returned for our reservation at the hidden bar behind the bookshelf the bartender with an interesting mustache was cold, didn't explain a thing and was annoyed when we didn't order a drink of the created menu. It was abysmal at best. We decided to only have that one drink in the hidden bar because of the way we were feeling and went out to the bar in the foyer. We waited for so long and the server who finally came over to our couch area was cold and brash. To say we were extremely disappointed in the service here is an understatement. We have been waiting for so long to stay and dine at The Fairmont Seattle and we were overwhelmingly disappointed. We will not be returning.
Awesome
Fantastic, quick check in We were given a great room, 1139, that had plenty of space and a large vanity for girls weekend!!!!
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