Inn at the Market
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United States, North America
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Key Highlights
- ✓Service & Staff:** The staff receives widespread acclaim for being outstanding, friendly, helpful, accommodating, and going above and beyond to ensure a great stay.
- ✓Many rooms feature floor-to-ceiling bay windows offering views of the market, city, or stunning Elliott Bay.
- ✓Inn at the Market boasts several excellent on-site dining options, known for their quality cuisine and use of local ingredients sourced from Pike Place Market.
- ✓Guest feedback consistently highlights the exceptional service and hospitality provided by the staff. They are described as:
- ✓Outstanding, very nice, accommodating, and genuinely friendly.
Expert Review: Inn at the Market
Inn at the Market: A Quintessential Seattle Boutique Experience
The Inn at the Market in Seattle stands out as a highly-regarded, Michelin Key Selected property, consistently praised for its unbeatable location, exceptional service, and charming atmosphere. It offers a sophisticated urban retreat right in the heart of the vibrant Pike Place Market.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The general consensus among guests for Inn at the Market is overwhelmingly positive, often described as "wonderful" and a "top-notch hotel". Guests frequently rate cleanliness, location, and staff and service very highly, with scores often reaching 9.5 and above out of 10. Many consider it one of Seattle's best hotels, particularly for its location and views.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently rave about several key aspects:
- Location: Without a doubt, the prime location directly within Pike Place Market is the most celebrated highlight, offering immediate access to shops, restaurants, and attractions.
- Views: Many rooms and especially the rooftop terrace offer stunning, postcard-perfect views of Elliott Bay, Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains, and the bustling market itself. The fifth-floor deck with fire pits is a particular favorite for soaking in these vistas.
- Service & Staff: The staff receives widespread acclaim for being outstanding, friendly, helpful, accommodating, and going above and beyond to ensure a great stay.
- Design & Ambiance: The hotel exudes a quiet, elegant, and sophisticated boutique feel, blending contemporary country style with Northwest design. Its discreet entrance in a charming courtyard with ivy and a fountain provides a welcome hideaway from the busy market outside.
3. Room Quality
The 70-79 guestrooms at Inn at the Market are described as sophisticated, contemporary, pristine, clean, and comfortable. They are well-appointed with high-end amenities, including:
- Plush furniture and contemporary country-style decor, sometimes with pine armoires.
- Quality beds, with mentions of "super comfy" beds and specific brands like Hypnos mattresses and Sferra linens.
- Large, well-appointed, and clean private bathrooms, often with walk-in showers (some with shower/tub combos), sleek vanities, and designer toiletries like Antica Farmacista products.
- In-room amenities such as desks, minibars, safes, Keurig coffeemakers, refrigerators, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and complimentary wireless Internet access.
- Plush terry robes, slippers, bathrobes, and hypo-allergenic bedding are also provided.
- Many rooms feature floor-to-ceiling bay windows offering views of the market, city, or stunning Elliott Bay.
4. Dining Experience
Inn at the Market boasts several excellent on-site dining options, known for their quality cuisine and use of local ingredients sourced from Pike Place Market.
- The hotel houses three to four restaurants, offering diverse culinary experiences.
- Options range from formal French cuisine (Cafe Campagne) to bistro fare, and authentic Asian sushi from renowned Chef Shiro Kashiba (Sushi Kashiba).
- Breakfast is available daily in the restaurant, with cooked-to-order options offered for a fee (approximately $17-50 for adults, $10-20 for children). Bacco, described as delicious, is also mentioned as being just steps away for breakfast.
- There is also an on-site bar/lounge.
5. Service & Staff
Guest feedback consistently highlights the exceptional service and hospitality provided by the staff. They are described as:
- Outstanding, very nice, accommodating, and genuinely friendly.
- Informative and helpful, especially with local recommendations.
- The front desk and bell staff receive particular praise for being great.
- One guest noted the staff's approach of "we don't say no, we can't do that, we'll say we'll make it happen for you".
6. Location & Accessibility
The Inn at the Market's location is arguably its strongest selling point.
- It is the only hotel directly located within Seattle's iconic Pike Place Market.
- This central position means guests are steps away from shops, restaurants, and the famous fish throwing.
- It offers easy walking access to major Seattle sites, the Seattle waterfront, downtown, ferry crossings, the Seattle Art Museum, and is about a 15-minute walk from the Seattle Center Monorail station.
- Nearby attractions also include the original Starbucks, Beecher's Handmade Cheese, Post Alley, and the Gum Wall.
- While the area is busy with tourists, the hotel itself is a serene hideaway.
- Accessibility can be a consideration for those with mobility issues due to Seattle's hills, though elevators are available in the market area. Bus stops are also conveniently located nearby.
7. Value & Pricing
Inn at the Market is considered an upscale, four-star boutique hotel offering a combination of luxury and convenience.
- While it may seem like a splurge compared to the average Seattle hotel room price (around $264), its exceptional location, service, and amenities are often deemed "worth every penny".
- Prices for a one-night stay for two adults can start from approximately $189, with an average room price around $430, excluding taxes and fees. Rates can vary significantly.
- The value is particularly high for those who prioritize a prime location and a high level of service.
8. Common Complaints
While overwhelmingly positive, a few minor points of criticism or things to be aware of include:
- Valet Parking Cost: Valet parking is available but can be expensive, with fees around $72.36 per day.
- Room Views/Noise: Some guests have found rooms overlooking the courtyard to potentially experience some evening noise. While most rooms offer great views, some may overlook the city rather than the bay or market.
- No On-site Fitness Center: The hotel does not have its own fitness center, though guests can access the nearby Seattle Athletic Club for a fee.
- Breakfast is not free: Cooked-to-order breakfast is available but comes with a charge.
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Points to Consider
- •Accessibility can be a consideration for those with mobility issues due to Seattle's hills, though elevators are available in the market area. Bus stops are also conveniently located nearby.
- •While overwhelmingly positive, a few minor points of criticism or things to be aware of include:
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