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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 2023-01-26
Always a great stay, but this time it was exceptional. Incredibly crowded because the Seahawks were playing so no valet for non-guests and the line of autos was crazy long - out onto the street. The service of the valet employee was exceptional at a hectic and chaotic time. Room service was quick and delicious. No excuses made (although they could have), just consistent, exceptional employees! Thank you
Reviewed 2023-01-25
While we had a wonderful celebration at the hotel, the dinner at The George was very disappointing. Staff was great, but the food was not prepared to our expectations. Risotto was plain, lukewarm and was gummy by the time I was halfway done. The duck overall did not work with the ingredients. The birthday surprise was really lovely, but the savory dishes were truly disappointing.
We came to celebrate my birthday. We spent one wonderful night and then hung out the next day. That night we ate with family and friends at The George, and had drinks in the Founders Club. The food and service in the restaurant were superb and our experience in the Club was amazing and we can’t wait to come back. If we lived in Seattle we’d probably become regulars!
Reviewed 2023-01-24
I stayed at the hotel for my offsite.
Reviewed 2023-01-23
Staying at a Fairmont is a treat for our family. We last stayed in 2019. The location continues to be very nice. But the cost and low staffing make it unlikely we will stay there when we return to Seattle next year. The front desk staff, bartenders and valets were friendly, but it took a long time to get our car. Similarly it took over 30 minutes for anyone to take our order at the restaurant. We do realize that costs have gone up, but paying $13 for a scoop of ice cream, $22 for egg breakfast etc just didn’t feel right . The food was also just ok, reallly nothing special. The room didn’t have coffee and was fairly small and cramped for 4 of us.
Easy check in. Comfortable bed. The staff were very friendly. The hotel is in a grat location.
My 10 day stay was up to Fairmont standards. There were 2 areas for improvement: shower door that did not close entirely and the Olympic Garage pass not functioning on the initial assignement.
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.
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