Driving directions from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport: Follow the signs for the freeways and take I-5 N. Exit to the left at Seneca St (exit 165). Continue to the hotel entrance on the left, between Fifth and Fourth avenues.

Getting there: Gray Line's Airport Express bus is an affordable option at $5–15. Shuttles charge $16–25, while taxi service and Town Car service cost $26–35. Limo service is available 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 two blocks to the bus tunnel at University Street. From there, riders are quickly transported to the convention center, historic Pioneer Square, the International District, and Westlake Center.

From Westlake Center, guests can take the monorail—an elevated train—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.

Café and Bar - By day it's a available for a quick bite, by night it's cocktails and conversation. Don't miss the signature drinks—the emerald, rose, and lemon drops are favorites among locals and guests.

Room service is also available.

Amenity highlights: No skimping here. Down pillows, down comforters, pillow-top mattresses, and 250-thread-count sheets make the bedtime experience at the W pure bliss. The bed is so popular, it even has its own brand—the W Signature Bed. Plus, all the bed dressings can be purchased through the hotel, so guests can re-create the W bed experience at home.

Business gets done in these rooms, which feature high-speed Internet access, 27-inch TVs with Internet access and wireless keyboards, dual-line cordless telephones, and VCRs.

Insider tip: There's no need to rent a car unless you want to explore outside of the city. The W is located very close to Seattle's main attractions and, if you're opposed to walking, cabs and busses do a fine job getting you where you need to be. Be aware that if you do walk, downtown Seattle can be a bit hilly, which lends to the charm of the city.