The State Hotel
At a glance: 4-star · Since 2019 · 70 rooms
Near: Seattle Aquarium · 4 min walk
Guests love: Location · Cleanliness
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The hotel's own Ben Paris serves hand-crafted American fare and cocktails, with a rooftop bar in warmer months. For seafood, Matt's in the Market is 30 seconds away, and Cutters Crabhouse is close by at Pike Place Market. Try The Pink Door for Italian-inspired dining with cabaret, or Dick's Drive-In for classic local burgers. In Belltown, a short walk north, grab coffee and donuts at General Porpoise, or dinner at No Anchor. Pike Place Market is just steps away with countless stalls and cafés to explore.
You are right at the heart of downtown Seattle, steps from Pike Place Market and the waterfront. The Seattle Aquarium is a 4-minute walk, and the Seattle Great Wheel is 5 minutes away. Head north to Belltown for indie boutiques, cafes, and a lively music scene, with spots like The Crocodile and Showbox nearby. The Olympic Sculpture Park and Space Needle are each an 18-minute walk, and Seattle Center is 19 minutes. Kerry Park is 2.7 km and Gas Works Park 4.1 km, so those are a bit further out. The hotel's own restaurant and bar are right here, and the area is well connected by bus and light rail.
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, take the Link light rail to Westlake Station, about a 9-minute walk from the hotel. The station is at 5th & Pine, and the hotel is at 1501 2nd Ave. From Westlake, head south on 5th Ave, then west on Pike St to 2nd Ave. The hotel is a short, easy walk. If you arrive at King County International Airport (BFI), a taxi or ride-hailing service will get you to the hotel directly. The hotel's own restaurant and bar are on site for a meal after your trip.
In the evening, you can start at the hotel's own bar for a drink, then head to the nearby Seattle Aquarium (4 min walk) or The Seattle Great Wheel (5 min walk) for a waterfront stroll. Belltown, just north, has music venues like The Crocodile and Showbox, plus bars such as No Anchor and Shorty's. For a show, Can Can offers cabaret. The hotel's rooftop bar, Little Ben's, is open seasonally for guests. You can also walk to Olympic Sculpture Park (18 min) for an evening view of Elliott Bay.
Yes, The State Hotel is a great base for exploring Seattle. You can walk to the Seattle Aquarium in 4 minutes and the Seattle Great Wheel in 5 minutes. The Olympic Sculpture Park, Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and Seattle Center are all an 18 to 19 minute walk away. For Kerry Park (2.7 km) and Gas Works Park (4.1 km), you'll want to take a taxi or ride-hailing service. The Westlake Light Rail Station is nearby for easy trips further afield. The hotel's own restaurant and bar are right there for a meal before you head out.
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