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a free continental breakfast. Weekly and monthly rates are available. Note that there are
no elevators in this three-story building.
MAXWELL HOTEL
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
$$
( 206-286-0629;
www.themaxwellhotel.com
; 300 Roy St; r from $179; ;
RapidRide D-Line)
Another gorgeous boutique hotel that has recently graced Lower
Queen Anne, the Maxwell's huge designer-chic lobby is enough to make anyone dust
off their credit card - and it's not too pricey either (if you look out for periodic offers
online).
Rooms look like they've just won an HGTV design competition, plus there's a small
pool, a gym and free bikes if you're a Seattle outdoor type. The location, one block
from the Seattle Center, is ideal for all kinds of entertainment.
COURTYARD MARRIOTT
HOTEL
$$$
( 206-213-0100;
www.marriott.com
; 925 Westlake Ave N; r from $249; ;
Lake Union Park)
Over on the southwest side of Lake Union, the Courtyard Marriott has
all the big-hotel amenities you'd expect, including an indoor pool and a restaurant. It's
set up to suit the business traveler, but it's comfy enough to justify not getting any work
done. There's a small convenience store on site for impromptu snacks.
MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN
HOTEL
$$$
( 206-624-6000;
www.marriott.com
; 800 Fairview Ave N; ste from $229; ;
Lake Union Park)
A convenient place to settle in for a lengthier stay, the Residence Inn
has work-friendly studio suites and family-size two-room suites, all with kitchens.
There's a lap pool, an exercise room and spa, and free breakfast and evening desserts in
the lobby. Rooms on the west side of the hotel have good views of Lake Union - rates
vary depending on whether you get a view or not.
Capitol Hill & First Hill
Capitol Hill's B&Bs are all set in beautiful, well-maintained homes on quiet, tree-lined
residential streets. These are friendly, welcoming places where you can start your day
with a giant breakfast, hear a local's advice on what to see and usually park free of
