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charge on the street. Note, however, that parking becomes much more difficult on
weekend evenings as you approach Broadway and the Pike-Pine corridor.
HILL HOUSE B&B
B&B
$$
( 206-720-7161;
www.seattlehillhouse.com
;
1113 E John St; r $75-199; ; Capitol
Hill)
Close to the hub of Capitol Hill, the guestrooms in this pair of 1903 homes feature
queen beds, down comforters, fluffy robes and a range of moods from over-the-top lacy
to English gentleman - the eclectic decorating style might not suit everyone's taste, but
the place is certainly homey. Some rooms have private bathrooms, and two are large
suites with garden and patio access.
BACON MANSION B&B
B&B
$$
( 206-329-1864;
www.baconmansion.com
; 959 Broadway E; r $104-249; ; 49)
A
1909 Tudor mansion whose imposing exterior belies the quirky charm of its friendly
hosts, this four-level B&B on a quiet residential street just past the Capitol Hill action
has a grand piano in the main room that guests are invited to play. The 11 rooms come
in a variety of configurations, including a carriage house that's wheelchair-accessible,
and include TV and voice mail.
One large suite has a view of the Space Needle, one has a fireplace, and another has
an Italian fountain as a backdrop.
GASLIGHT INN B&B
B&B
$$
( 206-325-3654;
www.gaslight-inn.com
; 1727 15th Ave; s $98-128, d $108-168; ;
10)
In two neighboring homes, the Gaslight Inn has 15 rooms, 12 of which have private
bathrooms. In summer, it's refreshing to dive into the outdoor pool or just hang out on
the sundeck. No pets: the B&B already has a cat and a dog.
INN AT VIRGINIA MASON
HOTEL
$$
(
206-583-6453;
www.innatvirginiamason.com
;
1006 Spring St, First Hill; r from $111;
;
64)
On First Hill, just above the downtown area near a complex of hospitals, this
nicely maintained older hotel caters to families needing to stay near the medical facilit-
ies. It also offers a number of basic rooms for other visitors and has a nice rooftop
garden with a view from First Hill overlooking the rest of the city.
