The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Washington State. I hope you will like it!
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1 Populus Seattle Seattle, United States
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Stay in the heart of Seattle.
Featuring a fitness centre, a terrace as well as a bar, Populus Seattle is set in the centre of Seattle, 2.9 km from Pocket Beach. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from Lumen Field.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower.
At Populus Seattle you will find a restaurant serving American and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include King Street Station, Columbia Center and T-Mobile Park. Seattle Lake Union Seaplane Base Airport is 4 km away.
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2 At The Helm Hotel Ilwaco, United States
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Located in Ilwaco, 50 km from Seaside Civic Convention Center, At The Helm Hotel provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi.
All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At At The Helm Hotel all rooms have bed linen and towels.
The accommodation offers a à la carte or continental breakfast.
The nearest airport is Portland International Airport, 177 km from At The Helm Hotel.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $263.
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3 Lotte Hotel Seattle Seattle, United States
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Located in Seattle, 1.7 miles from Pocket Beach, Lotte Hotel Seattle has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is half a mile from the city center and a 15-minute walk from CenturyLink Field.
The rooms have a safety deposit box and some have city views. All rooms will provide guests with a minibar.
The hotel features amenities such as an on-site business center and sauna.
Popular points of interest near Lotte Hotel Seattle include Columbia Center, Seattle Center Monorail and King Street Station. The nearest airport is Seattle Lake Union Seaplane Base Airport, 2.5 miles from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $826.
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4 South Bay Inn Westport, United States
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South Bay Inn is situated in Westport and features barbecue facilities. Featuring a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 1. 9 km from Westport Beach.
The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. Guest rooms in South Bay Inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.
Speaking English, Spanish and Polish at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area.
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5 W Bellevue Seattle, United States
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Located 2.6 km from Chism Beach Park, W Bellevue offers 5-star accommodation in Bellevue and features a bar. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space. There is a fitness centre, nightclub and room service.
At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a desk. Each room is fitted with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at W Bellevue have a city view. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels.
Guests at W Bellevue can enjoy a à la carte breakfast. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.
Speaking Mandarin, English, Spanish and Japanese at the reception, staff are always on hand to help.
Space Needle is 16 km from W Bellevue, while Tiger Mountain State Forest is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Seattle Lake Union Seaplane Base Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around $349.
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6 1 Hotel Seattle Seattle, United States
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Stay in the heart of Seattle.
Only steps from downtown Seattle's most popular attractions, including the Space Needle, this luxurious hotel features state-of-the-art amenities, exceptional accommodations and unrivaled facilities, all in the heart of the city.
Discover the shopping of Pike Street, visit the Washington State Convention Center or enjoy stunning views from the Space Needle, all within walking distance of the Pan Pacific Seattle. World-renowned restaurants, numerous entertainment options and a vibrant nightlife can also be found only steps from the hotel's front doors.
Enjoy gourmet dining at the on-site restaurant. After a long day, relax in spacious guestrooms, furnished with luxurious linens and plasma-screen TVs. A complimentary shuttle within a 2 mile radius is offered at the Pan Pacific Seattle hotel. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is 15 miles away.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $1316.
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7 River's Edge Resort Winthrop, United States
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River's Edge Resort is located in downtown Winthrop, Washington. The accommodations here provide guests with a private deck with a hot tub. Guests staying in the chalets can enjoy a full-sized kitchen, while the cottages feature a kitchenette.
Each cottage and chalet comes with a dining area, a seating area with a sofa, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Air conditioning and a private bathroom with free toiletries are included.
A number of outdoor activities can be enjoyed in the surrounding area, such as skiing, hiking, horseback riding, and snowmobiling. Several restaurants and cafés can be reached within a 5-minute walk.
River's Edge Resort is a 10-minute walk from the Shafer Museum and a 15-minute drive from Pearrygin Lake State Park. Falls Creek Waterfall is a 30-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $160.
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8 Sleep Inn Spokane Airport Spokane, United States
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Set within 9.2 km of Riverfront Park and 11 km of Spokane Convention Center, Sleep Inn Spokane Airport provides rooms in Spokane. The property is located 11 km from Spokane Center, 8. 4 km from Knitting Factory and 9 km from SkyRide. Eastern Washington University is 21 km from the hotel and MeadowWood Golf Course is 36 km away.
The hotel offers a continental or American breakfast.
The nearest airport is Spokane International Airport, 1 km from Sleep Inn Spokane Airport.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $164.
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9 Grand Hyatt Seattle Seattle, United States
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Stay in the heart of Seattle.
Less than 10 minutes’ drive from the Space Needle, this Seattle hotel features modern guest rooms with a flat-screen cable TV. A business centre and fitness centre are both available for guest use.
Floor to ceiling windows are available in each guest room at the Grand Hyatt Seattle. Rooms begin on the 10th floor and offer sweeping city views. A large soaking tub, plush bathrobes, and electronic black-out drapes are also included.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, offering a fine dining experience, is on site at the Seattle Grand Hyatt. Additional dining options include Urbane for American fare and Blue C for fresh sushi. Ruth’s Chris Tasting Room in the Wine Cellar is also available and a Starbucks Coffee is located in the lobby.
The on-site health club features a sauna, steam room, whirlpool, and spa treatments. Guests can also take advantage of the dry cleaning and laundry services offered. A concierge service is provided to assist guests with area attractions and dinner reservations. There is a conference centre on site with over 25,000 square feet over meeting space.
The Experience Music Project is 1 mile from the Grand Hyatt. Pike Place Market is 15 minutes’ walk away.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $874.
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10 Fairmont Olympic Hotel Seattle, United States
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Stay in the heart of Seattle.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this downtown Seattle hotel features multiple onsite award-winning dining options. Rooms offer city views with French-inspired furnishings.
Cable TV and a minibar are featured in each guest room at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. The en suite bathroom offers designer toiletries and terry robes. The windows in each room open to allow fresh air in.
A fitness centre and indoor pool is available for guests. A 24-hour concierge service is offered to provide guests with assistance on area attractions. Many on site shops are available at the Fairmont Olympic.
The 5th Avenue Theatre is across the street from the hotel. The Washington State Convention Center is 5 minutes’ walk away. Pike Place Market is just 10 minutes’ walk from the property.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $1102.
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11 Hotel Murano Tacoma, United States
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The Tacoma Dome is less than 2 miles from the hotel. Guests can enjoy a restaurant on site and a spa and wellness centre. Rooms feature a flat-screen cable TV with pay options.
A coffee machine and mini bar are available in each room at the Hotel Murano. An iPod docking station and a work desk are also included.
Laundry and dry cleaning services are available for guest convenience at the Murano Hotel. An airport shuttle is offered; contact the hotel for further details.
Located in the museum district of Tacoma, the Murano Hotel is less than a mile from the Glass Museum and less than 20 minutes’ walk from the Tacoma Art Museum. The Greater Tacoma Convention Center is 2 minutes’ walk away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $696.
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12 Ramada by Wyndham Olympia Olympia, United States
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Featuring an indoor pool and free Wi-Fi access, this hotel is located in Olympia, Washington. The property offers a complimentary daily breakfast and is 500 metres from Interstate 5.
A flat-screen TV with cable and Pay-Per-View channels is featured in each Ramada by Wyndham Olympia room. A refrigerator and microwave are included as well as an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.
A 24-hour front desk and a mini-market are on site at the hotel for guests. For added convenience, this Ramada by Wyndham offers free parking. A fitness centre and hot tub are available.
Providence Saint Peter Hospital is 3 minutes’ drive from the Olympia Ramada by Wyndham, Olympia city centre is 6 minutes’ drive away, and Hands On Children's Museum is located 7.5 km from the property.
Guest review score 6.7,
rooms from around $425.
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13 Cozy Rose Inn Prosser, United States
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Located in Prosser, Cozy Rose Inn offers accommodation with a balcony or a patio, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a restaurant. The accommodation is air conditioned and comes with a spa bath.
There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with free toiletries, a hairdryer and bathrobes.
Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy an American breakfast.
Cozy Rose Inn offers a barbecue.
Blacks Corner is 3.3 km from the accommodation, while Grandview is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is Yakima Air Terminal Airport, 66 km from Cozy Rose Inn.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $247.
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14 Historic 1920s Cabin Long Beach, United States
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Offering beach access and ocean views, this historic guest house built in the 1920s offers a fully equipped kitchen. A large fenced yard with a picnic table and barbecue facilities is provided.
The fully restored Historic 1920s Cabin features a large living room with an electric fireplace and flat-screen TV with satellite streaming channels. The pet-friendly cottage is also completely non-smoking. A washer and clothes dryer are provided for guest convenience.
Downtown Long Beach is within walking distance of the property. Peninsula Golf Course is less than 2 miles from the 1920s Historic Cabin. Willapa National Wildlife Refuge is 10 minutes’ drive away. Lewis and Clark National Historical Park is 40 minutes’ drive from the guest house.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $175.
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15 The Web Suites Friday Harbor, United States
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Set in Friday Harbor, 46 km from Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal, The Web Suites offers accommodation with free WiFi, a terrace and a tennis court.
Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some units feature a balcony and/or a patio with city or sea views.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy billiards on site, or go hiking or diving in the surroundings.
The nearest airport is Friday Harbor Airport, 1 km from The Web Suites.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around $205.
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16 Nisqually Lodge Ashford, United States
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This Ashford hotel, located 5 miles from Mt. Rainner National Park, features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. Alder Lake Park is 14 miles away.
A cable TV is featured in each air-conditioned room at Nisqually Lodge. A seating area and en suite bathroom are also provided.
A guest launderette is located on site.
Crystal Mountain Resort is 28 miles away. Tacoma is 55 miles away from Ashford Nisqually Lodge.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $149.
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