Anyone ever stay at this hotel, near the Space Needle? wondering if it's any good....I checked it out on Tripsadvisor, but I'm looking for some more reviews.

Besides this one, any suggestions for a budget $100-$150 hotel in a good location (close distance to most tourist things like shopping, downtown, etc). Not looking for anything luxurious, just a clean place to go at night, in a safe neighborhood.

Thanks!

How about the Ace Hotel? It's in Belltown (between downtown and the Seattle Center/Space Needle). It was suggested in Budget Travel magazine this month.

There's also a B&B called Pensione Nichols at 1923 1st. No personal experience, these both just happen to be near my office.

Sorry don't know the Vagabond Inn.

www.theacehotel.com
$75-99 w/share bath
$140-199 w/private bath

www.pensione-nichols.com
$110 doubles
10 rooms share 4 baths

Marqueen Hotel on lower Queen Anne. It's within walking distance to the Space Needle.

The Vagabond Inn is pretty much of a dump, like Kings Inn which, in my view, has a better location at 2106 5th Avenue (206) 441-8833. Parking used to be free. Apparently some rooms are OK and others are small and a bit on the flop-house side. But the price is right.

I stayed a couple of nights at the Pensione Nichols a while ago.
Pros: Friendly staff, great location, wonderful views from its living room/lounge area, good opportunities to meet and chat with other guests, many of whom come from Europe
Cons: Shared baths, some rooms only have skylights instead of windows, fairly thin walls (if the guy in the next room is a heavy snorer, you will hear it), the most expensive rooms aren't much of a bargain--you might as well stay at a regular hotel.

i live here so have never stayed at these hotels, it is only fair I mention!

i have heard people say the Marqueen is a good choice.

also came across the Pioneer Square Hotel recently when researching for others.

someone posted about The Moore Hotel as a budget option & the location is perfect, but the place looks too darn scary for me to recommend.

www.mayflowerpark.com shows rates starting at $129. it's a lovely traditional old hotel right in the center of town.

CFP, If you do find a good solution to your hotel question, I hope you'll post it. As a local here and a dedicated Fodors reaader, the question of reasonably priced centrally located Seattle hotels comes up often. I've yet to see a really good answer, but would love to know it if there is one!

You can get the Marqueen on priceline for around $70. Most rooms have kitchenettes in them. Also, there is turndown service, and a coffee shop (Cafe Ladro??) connected to the hotel. It's a great value in a great location.

Although I truly believe Priceline 4 stars is the way to go for downtown Seattle, assuming you're willing to go over $100 rather than try to score (nonexistent) ultra deals like the Hyatt for $40 (two years ago), there are some okay deals in okay areas - for instance the Pioneer Square Best Western - http://www.pioneersquare.com/ - has AAA rooms in your price range for arbitrary dates in August, and its location is excellent for tourists. But really try PL 4* first, then I'd look at Lake Union 2 1/2 stars (some excellent deals for hotels that offer views and shuttles) before taking on the likes of the Marqueen or Vagabond Inn.

Gardyloo: I would be hesitant to put the Marqueen in the same class as the Vagabond.

The Marqueen is nice hotel with valet parking, robes, wine and cheese reception, spa facilities, etc. You can check it out at www.marqueen.com

We stayed there before we moved to Seattle and then friends and relatives stayed there while we were living in Seattle. It's a good value for the location.

I had a very pleasant stay at the Mediterranean Inn - within walking distance of Seattle Center, short bus ride to downtown. Starbucks off lobby, decent (and clean!) room, nice rooftop patio. Paid around $100 per night as I recall.