249 Best Hotels in Washington, USA

This strikingly handsome boutique hotel, which is part of Hilton's indie-spirited Tapestry Collection, occupies a grand 1911 Masonic temple, and many of its architectural flourishes have been retained. The rooms are decidedly modern and quite cushy, with plush robes and linens, and high-end bath products. Guests can relax in several appealing common spaces, including a lending library–business center, fitness room, and modern lobby hung with works from a local gallery.

Named for the Venetian island where some of the world's best glass is created, this handsome high-rise hotel with an intimate ambience centers around exhibits by world-famous glass artists. Bold colors and sleek metals infuse public spaces with style and energy, and each floor exhibits a different glass artist's pieces. Amenities include minibars stocked with local beverages, Bluetooth radios, and plush robes. The stark, chrome-and-glass Bite Restaurant sits spectacularly above glass creations in the hotel atrium and serves refined contemporary Pacific Northwest fare.

This Bavarian-style lodging with flowers tumbling over the wooden balconies is decorated with sturdy alpine furniture, rich fabrics, and cozy comforters—some rooms even have hand-painted old-world bed frames and armoires. In the adjacent Old Chapel, formerly a Catholic church, you can stay in a unique suite with a king bed and sleeping loft, or in the quiet "parish nook" with hand-carved walnut furniture from Austria. Some suites have log-burning fireplaces and jetted tubs.  A hearty European breakfast of coffee, fruit, muesli, meats and cheeses, and coffee cake is served. 

This sleek, smartly designed boutique inn offers a mix of suites and two-bedroom town homes with a wealth of creature comforts, including private entrances, fully equipped kitchens, pretty patios, and separate sitting areas. Distressed-wood furnishings help to impart Roslyn's funky vibe, but these rather posh accommodations feel quite contemporary, which can be a plus or a minus depending on your taste. The staff will happily book tours and arrange snowshoe, kayak, bike, and other recreational rentals.

Built in 1906, the historic and serene Hotel Sorrento hits the perfect note between traditional and modern, with lovely Italianate architecture, carved wood moldings, white marble bathrooms, antique furnishings in sumptuous fabrics, and chic original contemporary artwork in the common spaces. The Sorrento’s stylish Stella restaurant features coastal Italian cuisine to go with the classic black-and-white striped patio umbrellas.

Ellensburg's first downtown hotel in generations opened in 2020 and consists of a masterfully designed four-story building incorporating parts of a historic Elks Club building, complete with stylish high-ceilinged rooms with tall windows and thoughtful touches, such as sliding barn-style bathroom doors, bedside reading lamps, and lots of outlets and media ports for your gadgets.

In a city known for environmental responsibility, being one of the greenest hotels in town is no small feat, and green is rarely this chic—rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the place with light along with enviro touches like dual-flush toilets, fresh-air vents, and low-flow showerheads. From the green roof to the serene indoor pool and huge fitness center with yoga studio, this hotel proves that what's good for the planet can also be luxurious.

Set on 35 acres of gardens, lawns, and vineyards, the incredibly stylish, beautifully furnished guest cottages and suites have a serene, relaxing, and secluded feel. With names like the Bunk House and the Chicken Coop that pay homage to their use on the original circa-1900 farm, each accommodation is luxuriously appointed and architecturally stunning. The two-story Hayloft Suite, for example, has a grand staircase that leads up to the light-filled living area and a large outdoor deck with expansive views, while the Carriage House Suite has sitting areas on all three levels and two bedrooms with private baths. The huge five-bedroom Farmhouse can accommodate up to 10 guests. Abeja also has its own estate winery and guests are welcomed with a glass of wine on arrival. The Kitchen at Abeja, led by chef Jake Crenshaw, offers several dining choices for guests, including a multicourse prix fixe dinner in the dining room, box lunches, artisan shared plates, and dinner delivered to your suite.

A favorite roost of young Seattle and Portland urbanites, this hip, eco-minded resort has guest rooms with stylish mid-century modern decor and expansive sea views and sleek, contemporary studios in a pool building. Amenities include two-person showers or jetted tubs, in-room fireplaces, a sauna and heated pool, and a lobby shop stocked with craft beer, regional wines, and trendy gourmet goodies.

Perched on a bluff above the beach, this concrete-and-wood Frank Lloyd Wright–inspired structure is just steps from the center of town and features elegant, contemporary guest rooms, all with soaking tubs, wood-burning fireplaces, balconies, and dramatic marine and mountain views. In-room highlights include open Jacuzzi tubs (all with views of Saratoga Passage) and flat-panel televisions. The Inn's restaurant (reservations essential), with its double-sided river-rock fireplace and full-view kitchen, is set above a pretty herb garden. In summer it serves sumptuous six-course dinners on Friday and Saturday at 7 (one seating only). If you have time, book an appointment at the spa, which includes a complimentary visit to the steam room.

Several years after the historic Waples Mercantile Building in downtown Lynden was gutted by fire, a small group of friends transformed this building on the National Registry of Historic Places into a stunning boutique hotel with timber beams, wood floors, and rough-hewn walls. Rooms have plush bedding, and many have luxe touches like leather sofas. Relax in the spacious lobby, pedal around town on one of the complimentary bikes, or head down to Overflow Taps craft beer bar or Avenue Bread Bakery.

This 100-acre retreat dating back to the 1940s has gorgeously renovated cabins, each decorated in earth tones with timber accents, beachy but elegant furnishings, and upscale kitchens. Through the big windows you can enjoy the tranquil, evergreen-shaded setting along a bluff overlooking Boone Creek and the ocean. Coastal trails attract a mix of surfers, divers, boaters, and hikers. This beachfront hideaway is the perfect place for winter storm watching, clamming, and getting away from it all.

There's a pretty striking contrast of accommodation styles at this cosmopolitan complex that tumbles down a hillside overlooking Friday Harbor, from intimate Euro-style rooms that lack exterior windows to expansive suites with water views to ginormous bilevel penthouses with two bedrooms, private decks, gorgeous full kitchens, and astounding views. Amenities include Blu-ray players, posh Malin + Goetz bath products, and satellite TV.

Overlooking the Pacific, Kalaloch has cozy lodge rooms with sea views and separate cabins along the bluff. The weathered clapboard cabins have a fireplace or wood stove, knotty-pine furnishings, earth-tone fabrics, and kitchenettes; the main lodge houses rustic ocean-view rooms and suites (and a few budget units without views); and wood-paneled motel-style quarters are in the Seacrest Building. A trail leads down to the driftwood-strewn beach. Rangers lead free nature walks, beach explorations, and evening programs at the adjacent campground.

In a beautiful foothills setting with Olympic Mountains views, this sumptuous 10-acre retreat offers tranquil grounds, spacious accommodations with luxe furnishings, and extras like in-room couples massage and other spa options. Guests can choose between three large suites in the main lodge, all with fireplaces and flat-screen TVs; a private lake hideaway with a kitchenette; or two private cottages.

Housed in a striking reflective tower that connects to a historic church (now an event space), Lotte Seattle (by the South Korean Lotte brand) debuted in 2020; Philippe Starck--designed, mid-century-inspired interiors feature sleek mirrored surfaces (even in the bathroom), an eclectic mix of contemporary art, faux-bois motifs, and floor-to-ceiling windows, some with lovely views of Elliott Bay and Smith Tower.

This former sea captain's house, built in 1904, rises two stories above the beach at the southern end of the island and accommodates guests in cheerfully furnished rooms with golden-oak and brass details and wicker furniture; three have views of MacKaye Harbor. Breakfast includes Scandinavian specialties like Finnish pancakes; tea, coffee, and chocolates are served in the evening. The Harbor Suite has a private bath, deck, and fireplace.

This 1928 hotel is the landmark in downtown Walla Walla, and guest quarters include spacious two-room parlor suites and spa suites in the historic tower building—adorned with Italian furnishings and lots of amenities, these rooms are well worth the splurge. The Marc restaurant has excellent cuisine and a wine list that has won several awards from the Washington Wine Commission. You can sample local wines at the Vineyard Lounge.

Comfortable, old-world charm comes with sturdy antiques, Asian accents, brass fixtures, and florals, and though the hotel's main draw is its central location, street noise isn't much of an issue thanks to the sturdy old construction of the historic 1927 building. There is also a star restaurant, Andaluca, as well as Oliver's, a well-known martini bar, where even locals flock for perfectly poured cocktails.

With country antiques, fluffy quilts, and big windows overlooking peaceful pastures, this 1916 farmhouse on the east side of downtown Forks is nicknamed the "Cullen House" for its resemblance to the description in Stephenie Meyer's Twilight books. A separate apartment has a private entrance and kitchenette. All rooms have TVs and refrigerators, and some also have microwaves. One parlor has a library and piano; the other has games. Lemonade and cookies are served on the front porch in summer.

In a restored historic building, this intimate boutique hotel has spacious, stylish rooms with comfortable beds, flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and refrigerators. Bathrooms are spacious, too, some with two-headed showers. The second-floor lobby is a welcoming place to read a book or admire the glass atrium and art deco steel canopy. For dining or a nightcap, you need only to walk downstairs to visit  the Gilded Unicorn for two daily happy hours, or catch the free hotel shuttle to recommended restaurants that offer discounts to guests. Complimentary use of bikes offers another way to get around and explore local eateries and downtown sights.

This homey woodland hideaway, 6 miles southwest of Mount Rainier National Park's Nisqually entrance, includes a lovingly restored Craftsman-style home with gorgeous Douglas fir floors, interesting antiques, and three guest rooms, as well as a separate modern chalet with three suites that have private entrances and kitchenettes. Surrounded by towering old-growth trees, the property feels every bit as pristine as the park. Visitors in rooms in the main inn can use the common kitchen and watch TV in a comfy living room.

Outlook Inn caters to a range of budgets with its attractively appointed offerings, including basic options with twin beds and shared bathrooms, mid-range rooms with double or queen beds, and rambling bay-view suites with gas fireplaces, kitchenettes, and two-person Jacuzzi tubs. Rooms book up many months in advance, especially those overlooking Eastsound Bay.

Situated at the southern tip of the Ocean Shores peninsula with sweeping views of Grays Harbor, this upscale vacation community begun in 2017 has about 60 homes (and counting) of various sizes and configurations, from compact one-bedroom bungalows to grand three-story homes with multiple bedrooms and baths. Many properties overlook the bay or pristine Oyhut Wildlife Recreation Area and have beach access, and all are within walking distance of the water. There are a couple of hip eateries in the village and a well-stocked grocery store. 

This thoughtfully updated motel with rooms and a few cabins offers reasonable rates and a peaceful location along U.S. 12, a bit north of downtown Packwood and within easy striking distance of the Stevens Canyon Entrance to Mount Rainier National Park. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, plush bedding, and refrigerators, and cabins are a nice option for families, as they sleep four and have full kitchens—they also have jetted tubs, an especially pleasing amenity on chilly winter nights.

With its hand-carved Alaskan cedar logs, burnished parquet floors, stone fireplaces, and glorious mountain views, this 1917 inn is a classic example of a national park lodge. German architect Hans Fraehnke designed the decorative woodwork. Rooms are cozy but the spacious lobby feels expansive and welcoming, and service is attentive. In addition to the full-service dining room, there's a small snack bar and a snug lounge.

Good value meets great location at this comfortable boutique hotel with friendly service and tasteful contemporary furnishings, including a decent-size desk for business travelers. It's not flashy, but the Paramount delivers on clean, quiet, tasteful rooms and easy access to theaters, the Convention Center, Downtown shopping, and the Pike Place Market. Dragonfish Cafe, the on-site Pan-Asian restaurant, has impressive happy-hour deals and fabulous sushi. 

Washington's first true Alpine-inspired luxury hotel and wellness spa, on a quiet street overlooking the Wenatchee River in downtown Leavenworth, provides all the pampering you could ask for, including a slew of soothing spa treatments and access to gorgeously designed saltwater hydrotherapy pools, steam baths, saunas, and other water treatment options. The spacious guest rooms have cloud-soft bedding, sitting areas with fireplaces, and in many cases balconies with French doors or tall windows that afford grand views of the river, mountains, or village.

Situated in a peaceful residential neighborhood just a short walk from both Uptown and downtown eateries, this inn stands out for its sweeping double veranda, gracious gardens and lawns, and views of the bay and distant Cascade Mountains. Many of the smartly furnished rooms open directly to the porches, and indoor common spaces are a pleasure to relax in, from the book- and game-filled library to a great room warmed by a roaring fireplace.