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Hotel Vintage Park Review

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Hotel Vintage Park

$$$, Downtown

User Rating: ***** 5.0

Fodor's Review:

The fading star of the Kimpton boutique hotels (which include the Monaco and the Alexis) is again on the rise after a major 2006 renovation. The Vintage Park has always been notable for its connections to local wineries, and its devotion to the local wine scene is stronger than ever. In addition to holding weekly receptions in the lobby where winemakers are often present to discuss their products, the hotel can set up almost any wine-theme vacation you want from day tours to multiday excursions that start with you skydiving or white-water rafting to a vineyard (we're not kidding). Each guest room is named for a Washington winery, has photographs and artwork donated by the winemakers, and a color palette that includes all the hues you might encounter while walking among the vines from deep purples to pale greens and golds. The best views offered are of the Rem-Koolhaas-designed public library; ask for an "04" room. This is a smaller property with fewer facilities than some of the other nearby properties -- the lobby's only interesting when the reception's in full swing. However, it's an updated place that's not another mid-century modern clone, which makes it a good choice for anyone looking for comfort, quiet, and coziness (with just a little pizzazz) versus the latest trends and gadgets.

User Reviews & Ratings:

We'd Definitely Stay Here AGAIN!!!

Posted by Starlee from London, Ontaio, Canada on 4/2/07

We would definitely stay at this hotel again and will recommend it to everyone. Our room was fantastic. When we checked in I had made a lot of requests re the room (e.g., large room, top floor, away from elevator, king bed, etc.) The only thing that was not accommodated was away from the elevator. However, while we were unpacking we noticed a wet spot on the carpet outside the bathroom. On our way out to explore the city we mentioned this at the Front Desk and they said they would check it out. When we returned we were informed that the water problem could not be remedied. Would we like to change rooms? I inquired re the new room being as large as the one we had, and she informed us that they would upgrade us to an even bigger room due to the inconvenience. Within half an hour we were settled in the new room. It was wonderful - absolutely no complaints. When we returned from dinner that night (Tulio's in the Hotel is excellent! For both dinner and breakfast. Try the waffle!)there was a plate with grapes, two bottles of water and a nice card, welcoming us back! (We are Kimpton members.) The wireless internet connection was flawless. (I was attending a Conference here.) I had absolutely no problems at all with the connection. The nightly wine tastings were very interesting, since that was one of the draws for us. Washington wine, meeting new people and relaxing between 5 and 6 p.m. was wonderful. All of the staff were polite, professional and inviting. No problem was too hard to solve. Questions never an imposition. We especially enjoyed talking with Francesca, the "Grape Goddess", who hosted the evening wine tastings. So, don't let the one negative comment influence your decision to stay at this hotel. We would return and definitely stay here again. We will remember Seattle fondly thanks to our wonderful stay at the Hotel Vintage Park!
ROOM: 5.0
ATMOSPHERE: 5.0
SERVICE: 5.0
VALUE: 5.0
RATING: 5.0

 

INFO

  • Address: 1100 5th Ave., Downtown, Seattle, WA, 98101
  • Phone: 206/624-8000; 800/624-4433
  • Web site
  • Hotel Details: 125 rooms, 1 suite
  • In-room: refrigerator, Wi-Fi.
  • In-hotel: restaurant, room service, concierge, laundry service, parking (fee), no-smoking rooms, some pets allowed.
  • Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V


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