Friendly and efficient
Party of two, assigned high floor with view to north that, to the side, included Puget Sound and some water traffic. Love that the windows partially open for fresh air and happy that traffic noise wasn't a bother. Building is older but room is well maintained and soft furnishings in excellent condition. Bath design makes the most of small space; good lighting and mirrors. Shower and tub worked well with plenty of (instant) hot water. Lots of hangers in large closet and sufficient storage space; good desk with office chair; nice armchair and ottoman with excellent reading lamp. King bed extremely comfortable -- would recommend king over two doubles due to small-ish room size. Maid service thorough and fast. No noise from electrical/ mechanical. Checked in mid-day -- thought reception a bit laggard with only one person, but perhaps new staff or one on lunch break. Rest of stay the front desk seemed better manned. Daily breakfast buffet offered excellent selection, good value, and a strong selling point. Despite hotel being full, there was rarely a wait for a table and staff was friendly and efficient. Afternoon coffee offered nice place to read, also after 5 for cocktails, tho would prefer that without kids. On-site parking a big benefit, and evening security in garage was spot-on (we learned after making a wrong turn). We used rail to and from SeaTac ($.75 for seniors!) ... the 3 block walk from station uphill to the hotel is a stretch but not unreasonable with just our wheeled carry-ons (really, one doesn't need more than a pair of jeans in Seattle!). Recommended!