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Accommodations
Accommodations fall into one of three categories (prices are for a double room):
$
less than $100
$$
$100-$200
$$$
more than $200
Room prices listed are high-season rates, excluding local taxes.
We have marked exceptional picks with a icon, but every property we recommend meets
a certain baseline standard for quality within its class.
Prices vary widely depending on the season, festivals and holidays, whether it's a week-
end and sometimes even vacancy rates. Prices are generally highest in summer (or in
winter at ski-resort towns), and some places have two- or three-night minimum stays. Al-
ways ask about discounts, packages and promotional rates, especially in low seasons.
Some places give better rates if you book online.
It's always a good idea to see a room before paying for it. Rooms can vary widely within
an establishment. Reserve ahead during festivals and holidays, or in summer (especially
on the coast). If you plan on arriving late, let your hotel know or it might give away your
room.
Many lodgings have only nonsmoking rooms, but you can usually smoke outdoors. Air-
conditioning is common in inland places but nearly nonexistent along the coast, which is
much cooler. Many hotels take pets, but always ask beforehand (there's usually a fee). Wi-
fi access is commonplace except in backcountry towns. Children (defined as anything from
under six to under 18) can often stay free with their parents.
Except where noted below, rates listed in this guide do not include the applicable lodging
tax:
Washington
Outside Seattle, lodging-tax rates vary by county but are generally around
12% for hotels of about 50 rooms or more. Smaller hotels or B&Bs usually include taxes in
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