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Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Seattle, United States

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The Fairmont Olympic Hotel is a 450-room hotel in downtown Seattle, housed in a 1924 Italian Renaissance landmark building managed by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. Located steps from Pike Place Market and the Seattle Waterfront, the property features renovated guest rooms, five dining venues, a spa, and indoor pool.

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Location and setting

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel occupies a central downtown location at 411 University Street in Seattle's central business district. The hotel stands within steps of Pike Place Market, the Seattle Waterfront, and Seattle Stadium. Nearby attractions include museums, premier shopping, and cultural venues. The downtown setting provides views of mountain peaks, deep-blue waters, and evergreen forests characteristic of the Pacific Northwest.

Rooms and suites

The hotel offers 450 guestrooms, suites, and penthouses with refined interiors. Room types include the Fairmont Room (320 square feet), available in King bed configuration, and Deluxe Rooms (430 square feet) available in both King and Double bed arrangements. Larger options include Deluxe Corner Rooms and Deluxe View Rooms, which offer additional space and bay views.

All rooms feature spacious marble bathrooms with LED mirrors, large work desks, windows that open, and Nespresso machines. Accessible rooms with mobility and hearing features, including visual alarms and notification devices, are available throughout the property.

Dining

The hotel features five dining venues, providing multiple options for guests throughout their stay.

Spa, pools and facilities

The property includes a spa, indoor pool, solarium, and health club. These facilities serve both leisure and wellness needs for guests during their visit.

History and heritage

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel opened on December 6, 1924, designed by architect George B. Post & Son in the Italian Renaissance style. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 and recognized as part of Historic Hotels of America in 2018.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts undertook a major renovation, consolidating over 750 guest rooms into 450 updated units and reopening the hotel on May 23, 1982. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts assumed management in 2003. The property completed another renovation from 2020 to 2022.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the Fairmont Olympic Hotel located?

The hotel is located at 411 University Street in downtown Seattle, within steps of Pike Place Market, the Seattle Waterfront, and Seattle Stadium.

How many rooms does the Fairmont Olympic Hotel have?

The hotel has 450 guestrooms, suites, and penthouses.

What room types are available?

Room options include Fairmont Rooms (320 square feet), Deluxe Rooms (430 square feet) in King or Double bed configurations, Deluxe Corner Rooms, and Deluxe View Rooms with bay views. Accessible rooms with mobility and hearing accommodations are also available.

When was the Fairmont Olympic Hotel built?

The hotel opened on December 6, 1924, in Italian Renaissance style. It underwent a major renovation in 1982 (reopened by Four Seasons on May 23) and again from 2020 to 2022.

What facilities does the hotel offer?

Facilities include a spa, indoor pool, solarium, health club, and five dining venues throughout the property.

Does the hotel accommodate families?

Yes. The hotel offers Deluxe Rooms with two double beds designed for families and groups, as well as accessible rooms for guests with mobility needs.

Is Fairmont Olympic Hotel a luxury hotel?

Fairmont Olympic Hotel is affiliated with Fairmont; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.

Where is Fairmont Olympic Hotel?

Fairmont Olympic Hotel is in Seattle, United States. Address: University Street 411, Central Business District, Seattle, Washington, 98101, United States.

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Hotel facts

LocationSeattle, United States
AddressUniversity Street 411, Central Business District, Seattle, Washington, 98101, United States
Brand / allianceFairmont
Official websitefairmont.com
Area guideSeattle luxury hotels
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