The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
411 University St., Seattle, WA 98101-2507
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Located in the heart of the city since 1924, Fairmont Olympic is Seattle’s iconic hotel featuring rich character and history, breathtaking architecture, an innovative culinary experience and best-in-class service. Ideally situated just steps from Pike Place Market, museums, attractions and shopping, Fairmont Olympic offers 450 lavishly appointed guestrooms and suites perfect for the modern traveler. Seattle’s social address for events, galas and weddings for almost a century, Fairmont Olympic’s 28,000 square feet of key event and meeting spaces create the perfect stage for momentous celebrations. The Olympic Hotel boasts a fully renovated lobby featuring a new center bar, Olympic Bar, that offers all-day dining and drinks seven days a week and afternoon tea on Saturdays and Sundays. Debuting in future months, the subsequent chapter of this historic restoration story will unveil a new culinary flagship and intimate spirit drinker’s enclave.
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Property amenities
Electric vehicle charging station
Free internet
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Coffee shop
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Taxi service
Spa
Valet parking
Paid public parking nearby
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Paid wifi
Hot bath
Indoor pool
Heated pool
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Breakfast available
Kids' meals
Snack bar
Wine / champagne
Couples massage
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24-hour security
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Non-smoking hotel
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24-hour front desk
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Allergy-free room
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Iron
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Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
On-demand films
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411 University St., Seattle, WA 98101-2507
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I booked a room for $300. The hotel added additional fees and taxes. I am fine with taxes, however, the Urban Experience Fee (which goes to the hotel), effectively increased my cost by $33 - the fee was not referenced in the booking until the end of the payment process (or via a "Pricing Details" link). The fee covers amenities such as pool access, internet, etc. (access to which I would consider part of the room rate as the hotel states this is a "mandatory" fee. The more progressive hotel chains have moved away from this type of deceptive pricing. While the total cost of circa $330 plus taxes and city fees is not a problem - the way in which it is presented to the customer is offensive. I cancelled my reservation and rebooked at the Grand Hyatt (Hyatt has done away with "resort fees"). Fairmont should stand behind its product with pride and integrity. If you are going to sell me a room for $333 - tell me up front and with clarity. One only need to read Condé Nast, the NYT, and other publications to understand this type of pricing is a problem for the consumer. It is no wonder our government has made an issue of this as well - one of the few bi-partisan efforts is a "crack down on hidden resort fees" (NBC). Fairmont - really? So easy to do it right...…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Great stay as always. Amenities add to the experience and exceptional customer service from front desk concierge to the service staff and bartenders. Location is perfect and easy to get around walking.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Sunny Joseph, General Manager at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Responded 5 days ago
We could not be more pleased to read of your great stay and will relay your kind sentiments to our colleagues. Thank you for your review.
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Excellent experience. The hotel staff was great. The room and bed were comfortable. Everything was well-maintained. The hotel is also in a great location. Close to everything. I will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 2 days ago
We appreciate your review and thank you for taking the time to write of your great stay. The pleasure was all our ours!
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We stay at the Fairmont Olympic with our 10-year-old and 6-year-old one or two times a year. Here is the good and the bad from this year's stay over Thanksgiving. Arrival: I booked a Signature junior suite room (higher floor and certain amenities). We checked in and were given a handicap/ADA room on the 9th floor (not one of the "higher floors"). I went through the room and my reservation email to confirm this was not what we had booked. Rather than unwinding with my family after traveling, I went back to the front desk to clear up the issue and it appeared that room type was overbooked. This was very frustrating because it appears I was intentionally assigned the ADA room (which is much more affordable than the room we booked) with hopes I would not complain. Had I not complained we would have been charged for the signature room but would have been staying in the ADA room. The clerk said she was sorry for the confusion, and that was it. We were assigned the room I had booked and we had to go back to get our things and change rooms. This was disappointing. It should have been handled by offering something (cookies for the kids, 2 free drinks, or something as a gesture to make up for my time) Valet: Day 2 we had reservations at noon in Bellvue. I had spoke to the door man at 930 and asked that our car be out front at 1100 AM so we would not be late. The Bellman questioned the request and said, "that is an hour and a half from now." I said yes but we are giving them a heads up so it is there at 1100. He checked my ticket and told me he would inform the valet. We arrived at 1050 or so. I asked about the car and the valet had no idea that we requested the car early. He said it would be 20 minutes. The car finally arrived at 1142, almost a full hour after we requested it. The George: We had Thanksgiving dinner there. The service and food were incredible. They were booked by the time I tried to make a reservation. I initially emailed the concierge and the restaurant email and was ghosted. I emailed again a week or so later and they were very apologetic for ghosting me and they put us on the waitlist. A few days later they were able to get us a table which was great. Hot Tub and Pool: Pool is great for families. Last year they had it filled in so it has a very shallow end and is only about 4 foot deep at its deepest point. The water temperature in the pool is warm enough. The jacuzzi (Not a Hot tub) is just a few degrees warmer than the pool. It is not a hot tub. This has been a consistent issue for years. We would hope they would turn up the thermostat 5 or 10 degrees which would make a big difference. The seating lobby area near the bar: There is an incredible library space off of the lobby where we usually will have drinks and dessert. On Saturday we tried to order hot chocolate for the kids and were curtly informed by the server "There are no hot drinks." We asked about hot chocolate and were informed " We are out of hot chocolate." This seemed odd to us. I assume the bartenders were slammed and did not want to take the time to make the drinks. The server appeared frazzled and disinterested. The bellman and housekeeping: Aside from messing up the valet issue, the bellman was great. Housekeeping was also awesome. They did a great job. The Room and Hotel: The signature junior suite did not disappoint. I am not sure I would spend the extra money on it again. Especially knowing that I still may get stuck in a regular suite even if I booked a signature suite. The hotel is magnificent and was beautifully decorated for the holidays. Check out: Went very smoothly. My All Accor points from this stay still have not shown in my account, but the process was smooth. Overall: Management should take an introspective look at themselves and look at what they are doing wrong that is resulting in a great hotel, but a mediocre guest experience. I rarely write reviews, but we love the Fairmont and want to continue to stay there. However, for the first time in years, we questioned whether we should stay someplace else. …
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Sunny Joseph, General Manager at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
First and foremost thank you for your loyalty and we appreciate you taking the time to share the details of your stay. Your words convey your love and passion for the Olympic and we greatly appreciate the respectful tone of your feedback. Because of your loyalty and previous stays you know first hand this is not the norm and not the way we want our guests to feel about staying with us. If you would be so kind as to reach out to our Executive Assistant we would like to work with you to regain your trust. Thank you for trusting us with your family memories and hope to see you return soon.
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The staff at the Fairmont Olympic makes every stay here wonderful. They are friendly, professional, and always go out of their way to make things great. Our room was sparkling and comfortable, and our meals at George were memorable. Go there for brunch!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: The bar gets busy, but the service is stellar!
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Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for acknowledging our wonderful staff and we will be sure they know of your kind words for them. Memorable is a word we like to hear and we appreciate you taking the time to write of your wonderful stay.
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Just returned from a 4 night stay at The Olympic. As the the title states, is was a solid stay. The good….. oversized rooms with large bathroom (signature double). Plenty of storage. A very busy hotel bar, but always well staffed. Breakfast included rate, both great in the George and in room dining. Shuckers restaurant was enjoyable, even with a play it safe limited entree menu. Room for improvement……. Golden (Happy) hour advertised on the hotel tv, throughout the venue and even on check in provided literature. Only to be told after ordering, they don’t offer this anymore. Please update to avoid guest disappointment. Similarly as a loyal platinum member, a welcome amenity of 2 apples and a lemon were awaiting in the room. This was more suitable to an ibis budget welcome within the Accor portfolio than fitting of a luxury brand as Fairmont and a Seattle flagship property. To be honest this sums up the hotel, contractually obliging but no wow factor. …
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Sunny Joseph, General Manager at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay and your loyalty is very appreciated. We will do our best to wow you with any future stays!
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So awesome! Had a great time based on our stay for the day as a business person. I'm trying to get enough points to get to the next level and this helped me very much. The characters required for this review are fine with me I just need to know that they are credited to the persons thay are intended to go to.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 1 week ago
Wonderful! Your loyalty is appreciated and happy to help with any loyalty point questions.
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We stayed at the Signature Grand One Bedroom Suite, on the 10th floor. Upon arrival, the valet was very attentive. When at the front desk, the desk agents did not acknowledge my Accor ALL Member status nor did they provide any of my benefits. I had to ask what benefits I could use and are avaliable. This would be my second time staying at the Fairmont Olympic and even the first time I was here, they did not acknowledge my Accor ALL Member status. Somthing small, but it makes a difference. Especially staying at many Fairmonts around the world, I notice the lack of service here in Seattle. The Signature Grand One Bedroom Suite was very spacious. It can accomodate up to 6 guests. Perfect for groups, families, or for those that just want extra space with two living areas and a dining table. Although big, I can tell the room was getting old and needed a facelift. I would've liked more color and lighting in the room. But overall, I would like to stay in this room again. We took advantage of the In-Room dining and also ate at the George resturant for breakfast. It was okay. Service was good, but food was just okay given how much the food was (overpriced). Overall, if the breakfast package was not included in my stay, I would not eat at the hotel. Overall, the notes I listed are not major red flags and I would stay at the Fairmont Olympic again.…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: The difference between the Signature Rooms are on higher floors and have a Nespresso Machine...
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Response from Sunny Joseph, General Manager at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
We sincerely thank you for being such a loyal guest and hope you will accept our apologies for the oversight in acknowledging your status with us. We look forward to your return just as soon as possible.
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We stayed here expecting a quit room and good food and service. We are experienced travelers and so are familiar with Ritz Carlton and other hotel chains. We made a big mistake and will not stay here again and recommend other Atlanta downtown hotels. You can hear the toilet flushing from the rooms above you and the hallway is not dampened by the carpets, so you can hear people and doors closing. Both noises will wake you up during the night. The hotel bar was a joke - one bar tender with 2 people taking orders and one person delivering the drinks. It took 45 minutes to get a beer and glass of wine (and we were part of the early non-rush crowd - other people waited longer). We order a burger and chicken sandwich which took over 1.5 hours to get and bother dinners were burned and overcooked. again - there were not many people in the lunge. This hotel needs to seriously reevaluate its bar/restaurant management.…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Lovely hotel - very friendly staff. The room I stayed in was lovely. They have le labo toiletries. Very quiet. Got some great sleep. Good location. As a single woman, I was told to walk on 5th avenue but avoid 3rd avenue for safety reasons.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 1 week ago
Thank you for taking the time to write of your lovely stay!
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$255 - $364 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Benaroya Hall (0.2 km), 5th Avenue Theatre (0.09 km), and Seattle Public Library (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, an on-site restaurant, and a fitness centre.
Which room amenities are available at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, breakfast, and a snack bar during their stay.
Is parking available at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Yes, a parking garage, paid public parking nearby, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ghost Alley Espresso, Fran's Chocolates, and The Capital Grille.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Is The Fairmont Olympic Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 km away from the centre of Seattle.
Are pets allowed at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to The Fairmont Olympic Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting King Street Station (1.1 km), West Point Lighthouse (7.6 km), and Kurt Cobain's Seattle House (4.1 km).