Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA): Approximate driving time is 23 minutes and distance is 15 miles.

Driving directions from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport: Follow the signs to the freeways, and then to I-5 N. Exit to the left at Seneca St (exit 165). Turn right onto Sixth Ave and continue for approximately six blocks. After crossing Stewart St, the hotel is on the left side.

Getting there: For less than $5, travelers can reach the hotel via Metro bus in about 30 minutes; route 194 leaves from Bay 1 outside baggage claim every 15-30 minutes, seven days a week. Riders get off at Westlake Station and walk one block to the hotel. Another affordable option is Gray Line's Airport Express bus, which costs $5–15. Shuttles charge $16–25, while taxi service and Town Car service cost $26–35. Limo service is another option for more than $36. Rental cars are available online. All fees subject to change without notice.

Getting around: Restaurants, entertainment, other attractions, and a multitude of upscale shops and department stores are all within walking distance. In addition, the hotel is located in Seattle's "ride free zone," which provides free Metro bus service throughout downtown, including fast subway-like service through a bus tunnel spanning 23 blocks. It's just a block to the bus tunnel at Westlake Center. From there, riders are quickly transported to the convention center, the heart of the business and financial district, historic Pioneer Square, and the International District.

From Westlake Center, guests can also take the city's historic monorail to Seattle Center for less than $5. Fee subject to change without notice. Other transportation options include taxis, best reached by phone, and rental cars, which aren't necessary downtown, but are essential for travel outside the city. Rental cars are available online. The hotel can also arrange for Town Car or limo service.

Nikko Japanese Restaurant - This elegant, upscale restaurant serves Japanese cuisine, including sushi and tempura, for lunch and dinner. Diners may sit at the sushi bar, a regular table, or in a private tatami room.

Fifth Avenue Court Café - This informal café just off the lobby serves bagels, salads, and sandwiches. It's open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Lobby Court - Cocktails and appetizers are served at a bar in the hotel lobby.

Amenity highlights: Guests can work out 24 hours a day in the recently renovated fitness center on the fifth floor. Also on this level is an indoor swimming pool and new spa.

Insider tip: Children 11 and younger receive an activity bag at check-in. The monorail, which transports riders to the Space Needle, the Experience Music Project, the Pacific Science Center, Key Arena, and the activity-filled Seattle Center, is just 1 block away.

Valet parking:
$26-35 per 24-hour period. Secured parking garage with in/out privileges.
Self parking:
$16-25 per 24-hour period. Secured parking garage with in/out privileges.
Fees do not include tax and are subject to change without prior notification.