nicely renovated
We love renovated buildings and this one is a beaut. We had a *very* spacious, nicely decorated room complete with separate kitchenette. The fixtures etc were restored but not modernized, so it still its old-fashioned look. Our room looked out onto a brick wall, which would normally have annoyed me no end, but it was cleverly painted with a bright trompe l’oeil garden – a small detail maybe, but attention to detail is what makes a hotel welcoming and comfortable. Location is important to us, since we rely on walking and public transport when we vacation. The Marqueen is situated in a largely residential neighborhood, convenient to the Space Needle, an easy bus ride to anywhere else, and there are good restaurants and a nice upscale grocery just down the block. Valet service was snappy, and the staff in the newly-opened lounge was friendly and ready to please. If I had a suggestion it would be to get more adventurous with the drinks/snacks in the lounge – they were fine but pretty middle of the road for a food-y city like Seattle. No matter, this is a lovely place and we will head back there on our next trip.