Inn at the Market, Seattle

The Inn at the Market is a beautifully understated boutique. It's close to everything and the ocean view rooms are spectacular. I'll definitely go back and stay on our next visit to Seattle.

Lovely little boutique hotel located on First Avenue, just a half block above The Pike Place Market. You'll get first class service but not the full value of the beautiful view unless you've paid for one of the pricier rooms overlooking Puget Sound. We didn't, and ended up with a room on the second floor overlooking First Avenue...not one of the nicest venues of the city and a bit loud and highly neon after dark. Still the rooms are comfortable, well furnished and clean. Breakfast overlooking the sound is just down the street at "The PP Market" and it is awesome. A few blocks' stroll over to the shopping areas of downtown (Nordstrom, Macy's-The Bon, Banana Republic, The Gap and the like). Not the greatest area after dark, so a taxi might be suggested unless you choose one of the really nice restaurants located nearby.