Marble columns frame the grand lobby where a speakeasy bar serves craft cocktails in old-world elegance. Indoors, a stunning pool and hot tub await after exploring Pike Place Market. The Penelope Spa offers rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatments for the ultimate luxury retreat.
Located in Downtown Seattle, a neighborhood in Seattle, Fairmont Olympic Hotel is near the airport and near a boardwalk/promenade. Pike Place Market and Space Needle are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Consider Seattle Center for a night out, and don't miss Woodland Park Zoo if you're traveling with kids. Take time off to check out the winery tours and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Seattle travel guide
411 University St, Seattle, WA, 98101
What's nearby
Seattle Central Business District
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Seattle Waterfront
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Pike Place Market
7 min walk - 0.7 km
Lumen Field
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
University Street Station
3 min walk
King Street Station
15 min walk
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
27 min drive
Restaurants
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
3 min walk
Olympic Bar
1 min drive
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
2 min walk
The Fonté Bar at Rainier Square
3 min walk
Freya Bakery & Cafe
3 min walk
About this property
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Luxury historic hotel near Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
Located close to Seattle Waterfront and Pike Place Market, Fairmont Olympic Hotel provides a terrace, designer stores on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a massage, or a body wrap at Penelope The Beauty Bar, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and American cuisine. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a hair salon.
Other perks include:
An indoor pool along with sun loungers
Limo/town car service, breakfast (surcharge), and bike rentals
Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 450 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and childcare services
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
TVs with premium channels
Separate sitting areas, on-request microwaves, and free infant beds
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key Global. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Covered self parking on site (USD 56.14 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Covered valet parking on site (USD 81.09 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 16 to 36 for adults and USD 10 to 22 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
4th Avenue Espresso Bar
Olympic Bar
Shuckers
The George
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Designer stores
Full-service spa
Health club
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Private wine tours
Sauna
Shopping
Family friendly
Baby toys
Children's dinnerware
Children's games
Children's toys
High chair
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
In-room crib
Indoor pool
Microwave on request
Pool toys
Refrigerator on request
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
12 meeting rooms
Business center
Conference center (320 square feet of space)
Outdoors
Garden
In a nature reserve
Pool loungers
Terrace
Vegetable garden
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Facials
Hot tub
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Sauna
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchairs on site
More
12 floors
At least 80% organic food
Built in 1924
Comprehensive food waste policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally sourced food prioritized
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Pay movies
TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave on request
Refrigerator on request
Room service
More
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 38.69 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Fitness center access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Internet access
Partner property pool access
Phone calls
WiFi access (may be limited)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 16 to 36 for adults, and USD 10 to 22 for children
Covered self parking fee: USD 56.14 per night (in/out privileges)
Covered valet parking fee: USD 81.09 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
An in-room refrigerator is available for an additional fee
In-room microwave fee: USD 15 per stay
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
We should mention
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Does Fairmont Olympic Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
As of Sept 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairmont Olympic Hotel on Sept 19, 2026 start from CA $441, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Fairmont Olympic Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 56.14 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 81.09 per night.
What time is check-in at Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Fairmont Olympic Hotel located?
This family-friendly Seattle hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Seattle Convention Center Arch Building, Pike Place Market, and Seattle Waterfront. Lumen Field and Space Needle are also within 1 mi (2 km). University Street Station is only a 3-minute walk and Westlake Station is 7 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Fairmont Olympic Hotel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Extremely welcoming, the staff are so helpful & friendly! I got early check in, the room was clean, comfortable & quiet!! The hotel itself is amazing, stunning building, well maintained & a great location in Seattle, a short Uber/Lyft to the Space Needle, MoPop Museum, Climate Pledge Arena also walking distance to many other popular locations, shopping area, Pikes Place, the Waterfront!! I truly recommend staying at this hotel!
The hotel was stunning and our room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed cocktails and snacks at the hotel's speakeasy-style bar, brunch at the main restaurant, and dinner at the oyster bar. Everything we ordered was excellent. We also enjoyed fantastic massages at the spa. Overall, a 10/10 experience -- I would gladly stay here again.
Came to go on a cruise for a one night stay- it was great spot to be close to everything but unfortunately did not have a shuttle to the hotel or the cruise terminal and Ubers and Lyfts in the area are very pricey. They do have a heated pool inside which is definitely a nice touch, and the staff were super friendly. Very historic feel and the rooms could use some updated deep cleans but overall was a good stay
my stay was beyond superb. I worked from the library in the lobby for the afternoon, and was offered an amazing upgrade to a corner room with a view- stunning. The wine and spirit selection were tip tier, The Founders Club was swanky and such a fun experience, fresh seafood at Shuckers was delicious, and the steak i ordered for room service was to die for. Such an amazing retreat in the city!
The hotel is beautiful. The staff were very helpful. Overall we enjoyed our stay very much. If there was one negative comment it would be the bathtub. It was very high to step into and out of the tub.
We arrived at the hotel early, tired and frazzled from our flight, but the staff provided first-class service from the moment we walked through the door. The attendants brought our luggage to the check-in counter, and the front desk stored it while we explored Seattle. When we returned, our bags were neatly arranged in our room.
Communication was excellent, and the service at the bar was amazing. Breakfast was delicious with generous portions, and the coffee was crafted to perfection. The hotel itself was beautiful, and we only wish our schedule had allowed us to stay longer. We will definitely be back on our next trip!
Rooms are big and comfortable. Bathrooms are nice. The hallways are dated but it’s an old building with character. I had a great time great staff. It’s expensive but everything in Seattle is
Willing to pitch in staff, helping with personal needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Robert
Aug 30, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was weak and overpriced, 2 separate mini-buffets that you have to pay for separately. Food wasnt even good/worth the money either. We ate at the restaurant once and skipped it for the rest of our stay. The pool and Jacuzzi were nice. The room had a clogged sink and average room amenities/bedding/etc. The lobby and bar were great and the architecture of the hotel was nice. Staff were kind and helpful.
Clean, large, well appointed rooms.
Great location.
Dogs and kids are allowed so they must be great, right?!
Great lounges and the restaurant George has delicious breakfast and brunch menu.