The Max Hotel has a great location, a great bar with a fantastic bartender, is in a great location, and has a trendy artsy look to it. The hotel appears to be a renovated old hotel and they have done a nice job in the renovation. Why the 2 stars with all that good you ask? First, it would be difficult for the rooms to be any smaller. They are TINY. The room appeared to be haphazardly cleaned at best with half finished water bottles and left over possessions from the previous guest. The elevator is definitely the smallest elevator I have ever been in and could not be slower if it were operated by hand crank. The shower curtain was thin to the point that it was permeable and each shower resulted in a completely drenched floor. The valet was great for the first day, but upon time for checkout I waited a full half hour for the car to be brought around before I gave up and retrieved it myself. The TV had a remote that was barely functional and the speakers didn't work at all. All in all, the bad outweigh the good and I don't think I will be staying here again when I return to Seattle. read more

I booked a room for a convention here, and I went to check in on the day of the convention. As I went to check in, they told me they canceled the reservation, when I said nothing of the sort. I complained to the front, and for this mishap I was told that I was going to be refunded. I had to call management later, and I was directed to 10 different people telling me that a refund is not possible. The best stay I never had! Enjoy my $300 for the awesome hotel room that I never got to stay in you fucking crooks. I am upset there's no way to give this place a zero. read more

Though they were a bit frazzled when we checked in (due to unfortunate multiple sick calls from customer service staff, and a server crash) we found the hotel to be similar to the other reviews on Yelp. A decent boutique hotel with some nice touches. Trendy? Yes, but in a good way. Small? Yes, but not so much that it mattered, I mean, you basically just sleep there right? Well located? Ohhhh yes! An easy walk to a number of key scenic locations. Pikes Market, the Space Needle, The Monorail, shops, etc. The room was well cleaned daily, and the Hotel itself was decorated in a style that we enjoyed. Only one negative thing really. If you're going to pay what they're charging for small-ish rooms in a boutique-esq hotel...don't cheap out on me and try to make money off me on the WiFi. Worse still if you're going to be cheap bastards and make money off me...you best be sure that you have FAST WiFi since you're charging me for it, you should be able to afford a decent internet connection. The staff were polite and friendly. read more

Let's get the "bad" first: Bathrooms are terribly TINY. Like REALLY tiny, terrible terrible terrrrrrrible. You can't get two people in the bathroom comfortably. Loved everything else, I wish the hallways were miles long so i could just look at all of the pictures on the doors. Room's were perfect size, not too small, because I only use a hotel room for sleep. Red Fin was *tasty*, but every single person on the staff gave off this clueless "what am I doing here" interaction. It was bizarre. Thanks for the sweet $99 deal, genious, including valet parking. I was freaked out I would have to pay for parking. And the Valet guys were SUPER rad. read more

We decided to do a long roadtrip from Las Vegas to finally visit Seattle for our anniversary and my birthday and to also watch a soccer game being held at the Century Link stadium. Booking: I made the mistake of booking through the Expedia App, which for some reason picked me a "full" bed instead of a "king". Immediately, I contacted the general manager, Kevin, through an e-mail and he immediately responded to help us fix the problem I was having. As it was our first time in Seattle, we asked for recommendations for microbreweries in the area as well as the easiest ways to get to the stadium from our hotel. Again, Kevin was able to help us out and point us to the right direction. Thank you Kevin. (Tips: BOOK THROUGH THE WEBSITE!!!) Location and Parking: We used the iPhone map for directions. Prettt easy to find. We did drive sround a couple times to look for the parking area until we saw the valet sign and just parked there. ($45 with in and out priveleges). Few blocks away from main Seattle attractions. Arrival: We got there a few hours prior to check-in time, which was fine as it allowed us time to explore the surrounding area. As we pulled up the main hotel entrance, we were greeted enthusiastically by Dennis, the valet driver. We were hesistant if we were allowed to park there prior check in time, but Dennis told us it was fine. He also helped us unload our bags and told us that they will happily hold our stuff until our room was ready. Thank you Dennis. Check-In: Very straightforward. Just hand them your ID and credit card and you're good to go. Just a heads up, the hotel does require a $100.00 deposit so keep that in mind. They release this deposit right away as soon as you check out and it's back in your account depending on your banking institution. Mine went through that same day. Like I said, we got there maybe like 5 hours early so as we wait for our room, we walked to the Pike Market. When we got back, our room was still not ready so we decided to hang around the lobby. Room: Elevator was a tad bit small. Also was not used to using a room key to access the elevator so it took us a couple of tries to finally get it right. Getting to our room was pretty cool, as we gazed at each door with posters of famous musicians. The room was perfect. I read prople saying that it's small, but my fiancè and I both agreed that it's the perfect size. Just enough room to get around but not cramped. We were also greeted with a birthday/anniversary card, along with two bottles of IPA from a local brewery. It was such a nice thoughtful gesture. I live in Vegas and have worked in the hotel industry. To be given such nice thoughtful gesture shows how much they really care about their guests here. Bathroom: Small, but again, enough room to get the job done. Bed: Comfort level is pretty high up there. Nice cozy bed and pillow. Hotel Max App: I did download the hotel app, in which you can request for extra pillows, towels, etc. Also had an option for "spiritual menu" in which you can select your desired relgious reading. I did use the pillow menu and requested for a bosy pillow to be delivered. Although a few minutes late from the time I requested, they called and apologized for the delay. Happy Hour: Happy hour is from 5:30-6:30. FREE local beer!! This was about the coolest thing ever. We were given a glass of Pumpkin Spice Ale from a local brewery, and let me tell you, it was delicious. Not a fan of pumpkin but that beer was on point. And if weren't in such a rush to catch the soccer game that night at 7, we would probably be sitting there all night Coffee: Same as the happy hour, theres free coffee from 6-9 a.m. Take advantage of that! Check-out: Just a smooth as checking in. Hand thrm your valet ticket and mert them out front and you're ready to go. Overall: One of the best hotel I've ever stayed in. From service to comfort, 5 stars all the way. It was so nice that we asked if there was another Hotel Max location in the country. Unfortunately, it's the only one, which is fine because now we know exactly where we'll be staying the next time we go to Seattle. TIPS: Don't be afraid to ask them for directions or questions or requests. Chances are, they'll most likely help you. Also, TIP the people that help you out. Whether it's the valet guy, the front desk, or the one bringing you your baggage. Courtesy gets you a long way. read more

Hotel Max is in a really good location and we were able to walk/uber to anywhere we wanted to go. The hotel lobby is really nice and every day they have a complimentary happy hour-- we took full advantage. The rooms are really small but worked for us. The front desk staff are super friendly. The terrible part for us was housekeeping. During my first shower we had a half used bottle of shampoo and had to request more so that we could both shower. We've been here for two nights and have yet to have our room cleaned (made beds) and we have to continually ask for towels/shampoo. With this kind of service, I'm wondering how clean the hotel actually is.... This is considered an Expedia VIP hotel and I don't feel like we've gotten any type of VIP treatment. I am going to also share my feedback with Expedia. We are planning to extend our stay in the city but I can guarantee you it will not be here. read more

Is there an echo in here? It's hard to rave about the Hotel Max in a way that hasn't been previously expressed, but rave I will. Tucked away in downtown, I stayed here on my first stop in Seattle and had a terrific time, mostly 'cause these guys take pains to do the boutique hotel thing right: customized rooms, tons of amenities, personalized service. For a fab hotel I found the rates pretty reasonable (in the $200 range when I was in), and the place is within walking distance of a number of local downtown spots worth perusing. Thanks for the hospitality, Max, and thanks for reminding me that comfort and a keen sense of art direction aren't mutually exclusive. read more

Hotel Max has what it takes to be a 4-star hotel in my book: great location, pleasant service, fun sense of style, affordable, and just "fancy" enough without being stuffy. That might not be everyone's cup of tea, but for a fun weekend in Seattle, it's done me right time and again. I've always been able to find some sort of deal that included free wireless & parking for around $120, which is a hell of a bargain for a boutique hotel. You can tell the building is a little older but they've renovated it well, with plenty of pizzazz. The location is best described as the downtown-edge of Belltown- I like it because you're within 10 minutes' walk from most of the downtown neighborhoods, including Pioneer Square, Pike Place, Belltown (of course) and not much further up to Capitol Hill. And the Space Needle, if you want to go there for some crazy reason. The one downside is that some of the rooms are quite small, and the shower is even tinier. Even considering that, I'd still recommend Hotel Max to all but my chubbiest of friends. read more

I got this deal from the Hotel Max website: $99/night with free parking and WiFi. Awesome deal since the WiFi cost would have been huge thanks to looking for stuff on Yelp and my girlfriend and my Twitter obsessions. The room wasn't very big but it didn't matter much. The bed was really comfortable but the bathroom was tiny. But, hey, it had a marble floor. The valets were a bit slow in getting the car- I'd call the front desk up for our car, wait 10 minutes, then try to find the valet to get them the car. But, really, it wasn't too much of a problem. I thought the "pillow menu" was a nice touch though I didn't take them up on their offer. The picture on the front door of our room was great for letting me know where my room was (it was a lawn flamingo on ours). The location was great- right downtown, close to the mall that has the monorail. I had to laugh about seeing 4 Starbucks within three blocks, but that's expected. But that has noting to do with the hotel, so... in all, Hotel Max, with the sweet deal they're offering, is totally worth the dough. YES. read more

We went to a wedding in Seattle and opted to stay the night. Hotel prices were a bit of sticker shock for us laid-back Hillsborians. Rooms at the wedding site were a hefty $400 a night. Ouch. For under a hundred bucks we could have grabbed a room near SEA TAC, but then would have had the inconvenience of a drive after the party, not to mention the staleness of a generic room. With a little searching (and the help of Yelp) we found a place in the middle: Hotel Max. It is actually a delightful little place. Little being a key word; it's not for those of stout stature. Smallish rooms, little elevators, and even littler showers, but comfortable with plenty of amenities to compensate. It's not far from the sites of Seattle, very friendly with a "we aim to please" atmosphere, hip, artsy, and attached to a restaurant that, although not five-star, is good. But my absolute favorite thing: they have a pillow menu! How cool is that? You can order up the firmness you want or get a U-neck, body, or a reading pillow. Maybe the option isn't new, I don't stay out much, but it was a first for me. From one who always packs her own, this just tickled me. If you make a reservation, ask for packages they offer. We got free valet parking and $20 towards breakfast included with our room. read more

This is the best deal in downtown Seattle! $99/night for a Queen-sized room with free wi-fi and free valet parking. Who needs a HUGE bathroom and room when you're going to be spending the day exploring the beautiful city? Hotel Max is a great location and 2 blocks away from the flagship Nordstrom's (SOLD!). read more

I just finished a week at Hotel Max, and this review is super complicated. First, the staff is actually really great. Super nice. And the location was really good. Okay those are the two nice things about this hotel. 1. There is currently no restaurant or beverage machines, so what this means is, unless you enjoy paying $6 for a can of pop or water from the desktop minibar, you are on a Gandhi like fast until you locate a store to stock up, and even then, no in-room fridge. So enjoy that store bought room temperature soda, y'all! 2. The rooms are really small. Like, really. They are cute and everything, nice decor, but tiny. The closet door couldn't even open all the way it was so tight. And the bathroom? To put it in perspective, there is no counter, unless you count the toilet lid, and they couldn't even fit the light switches in there. The light switches are in the hallway. The shower was actually the best part. Like an upright coffin that is so small, the wet curtain clings to your body. I've never felt cleaner. 3. If you forget your razor or toothbrush, no worries, the hotel totally has those. They are $15-20 each. read more

Strike One: bath towel had large stains of two distinct origins noticeable as originally folded on the towel rack. Strike Two: disfunctional bathroom sink - no counter space near bowl sink, sink stopper slightly raised even when closed so that contact lenses fall in the crack, narrow glass horizontal space perfect for accidentally knocking items into toilet. Strike Three: when we arrived back at 2 a.m., the lobby crew informed us that they were waxing the entire floor and that it would only be 20 minutes. We looked incredulous so they 'allowed' us to play hop scotch and leap from an area of a rug onto another into the elevator. They informed us that after all, this was the only time of night they could wax the floor. Instead, a better time would be either before bars let out, or much later after bars let out, but not right as bars let out. Such a hip, withit joint should know better. Tiny elevator, tiny room, although this may not be a problem if you are one of the many size-22-in-the-waist rocker dudes who populate this hotel (bowler hats with modest brims okay - probably shouldn't bring your lucky touring sombrero). On the plus side, the bed was very, very comfortable. And the doorman offered us a cold bottle of water as we journeyed out each day, which is a nice gesture. Plus it's located right next to two Starbucks - what other downtown Seattle hotel could say that? read more

My husband, two year old son and I stayed for two nights. We really enjoyed our stay - the location is excellent and the staff was very friendly. The hotel is a short walk to the train station and bus/monorail stops. We walked to Pike's Place Market and the Seattle Center (we went to the King Tut exhibit and took the monorail back), and took the bus to the Museum of Flight - and our weekend didn't even feel crowded. My only complaint about this hotel would be the tiny elevators. We had a lovely room and gorgeous (Space Needle!) view on the 9th floor, but had to wait a long time for an elevator to take us down to the lobby, and when one arrived, it was often full already. Oh, we did overhear our, uhm, extremely energetic neighbors through the wall from about 2 to 4:30 am one night, but that was the only time we noticed thin walls, and in the hotel's defense - I think we just had very enthusiastic neighbors. read more

There are more than enough reviews at this point to help anyone get a good feel for what they're getting into at the Hotel Max -- I'll just chime in to say that I had a great stay, the staff was really helpful, and it's located close to tons of different stuff. It's well within walking distance of Pike Place Market, plus the zillions of little stores and good restaurants that way as well. Definitely a weirder ambiance than something like a stuffy, regular Marriott or Hilton or something, but in a good way. It's the only hotel I've ever stayed in that had hallways (and doors!) painted completely black, but the feel of the place made it seem more "offbeat and funky" than "I'm going to get chainsaw-murdered here." Definitely recommend. read more

We just got back from the Fourth of July weekend in Seattle and Hotel Max was a big part in making it the best weekend we've had in a LONG time! The plusses -- 1) Location, location, location. It just doesn't get any better. We could easily walk to everything we really wanted to do, and when we couldn't, public transportation (not to mention the Seattle Center monorail!) was just steps away. 2) The beds. So freaking comfortable. The best beds I've ever experienced in a hotel. 3) The Max is the antithesis of the big cheesy, mausoleum-like national chain hotel. It's really cozy and really cool. 4) The staff: Extraordinarily friendly and helpful. We were worried we were going to get the worst room since we booked a deal on Hotwire. All we had to do was ask for a room on a high floor on the north side (best Space Needle views) and we got a top-floor corner room with a great view. 5) The restaurant: Red Fin has EXCELLENT sushi rolls and the bartender is incredibly easy on the eyes. ;-) So I can't say enough good things about Hotel Max. The weekend couldn't have been any better. Now, with all that said, the Max may not be for everyone (what is, really?). We took the airporter in from Sea-Tac and noticed all of the tour groups of generously-sized Midwestern tourists getting off at the Sheraton and other similar hotels. I don't think most of them would "get" the Max. Most couldn't move around the rooms (the scale of the rooms reminded me of New York hotels, which I actually liked!), they wouldn't appreciate the art or the vibe, and most probably wouldn't know a sushi roll from a Tootsie roll. My point is, if you like different, sophisticated, urbane, cozy, etc., you'll love the Max! read more

I would rate my experience at the Hotel Max 4.5 stars (where's my half??). I really enjoyed the vibe and the decor of the hotel. As many have said, it definitely screams "SEX!" at you, but in a good way. My reasoning for giving 4.5 stars is 2.5 fold: 1) Had to circle the block to pull up to valet because there were too many cars stacked, waiting (apparently we came at a bad time. According to the very nice front desk attendant, the city of Seattle decided to take the far right lane and turn it into a bus lane during certain hours. That being said, makes valet parking hard for the hotel during the morning and at rush hour) 2) Lack of central heat/air con (window unit) 2.5) Thin walls (or just noisy neighbors who like to talk loudly on the phone at 6pm and then return drunk off of their asses at 3am) Our room was one of the corner rooms on the top floor which was the 10th floor (thanks Jen!). Love love love LOVE the decor and the overall palette. I like how each door is a different black and white photo. Very cool. Of course the key cards were uber cool as well. I was a little disappointed to see the in window heating unit mostly b/c it blocked my view and its a tad noisy. It is however, very efficient at getting your room warm! Luxurious king sized bed with great linens. Loved the pillow menu! For fun, I had ordered the reading pillow and an extra firm pillow. It did however, take about 30 minutes for the pillows to arrive. I slept very well that night until the 3am drunken beezy situation. Either they shut up or I passed out afterward, who knows. Didn't call the front desk to complain. I stumbled upon the Hotel Max via Twitter and I have to say that they have an excellent social media presence and treat their social media guests quite well. Free wifi and free valet parking were thrown in to our killer room rate. The downtown location for that price is pretty hard to beat! OH! And since we were checking in on a Friday, there was complementary chair massage going on in the lobby. I had a wonderful 10 minute chair massage by Carissa of Clear Awakening. So if you're there on a Friday, make sure you sit in her chair! I would definitely stay here again! read more

Trendy, hip, and cool are just a couple of words to describe Hotel Max. I really enjoyed staying at this little hotel during my visit to Seattle. Right off the bat, it evokes a modern and trendy feel when you drive by. When you're walking to your hotel room, you will notice how the hall and doors are plastered with pictures of life in Seattle. The rooms are on the small size, but they are definitely clean and cozy! I thought the bathroom was moderately sized (anything would have been bigger than the bathroom at my Portland hotel!), but I thought the little shelf above the sink to be annoying. The beds are SOOO comfortable! Best of all, Hotel Max gives you the option to choose the comfort level of your pillows with just a phone call. I couldn't pass this opportunity up and immediately requested for my desired pillow, and I don't regret it one bit! I loved the service at Hotel Max. Right before you enter, the doormen warmly greet and open the doors for you. I also like how Hotel Max provides umbrellas for their guests. I brought my own umbrella, but I kind of wished I used theirs because it seemed to stand up better against the Seattle rain. It's a great hotel that's in walking distance to many Seattle spots. Loved the service and I loved the room I stayed in. Wouldn't mind coming back to Hotel Max on my next Seattle trip! PS: Free WiFi, yay! read more

This place is a lot of fluff and hype. I stayed here labor day weekend with my boyfriend after 3 nights in bed and breakfasts in and around Vancouver. Not only was the room outrageously expensive (3x the cost of the bed and breakfasts we stayed in), but it was a teeny tiny room with some of the worst design choices I have ever seen and noisy thanks the the window mounted AC unit, the only source of air in the room. While the staff was kind, and gave us a reduction on the room, it still just wasn't worth money. read more

Cool fancy ambiance with a contemporary design. Their hotel has a black and red sleek design with black an white photos on all the doors. Even the lobby restroom sports a b&w photo of a girl for the ladies room and boy for the men's room. I think there floors have different themes for photos on the doors. The room is kind of tiny but it's cosy for 2. They have good channels along with cable. The gym is amazing on the 2nd floor- small quiet and everything u need including headphones, towels, and water. So why the 4 star and not a 5? - Internet is 12 a day - parking is 30 a day but u can go for street parking free from 6pm to 8am on certain streets But either way hotel max did make a good home away from home read more

Visited Seattle for spring break! ( of all places right? ) I booked with Expedia and got a really good discounted rate. This hotel was about 5-10 minutes walking distance from Pike's Place Market. Starbucks was right around the corner too (Well it was literally in every corner anyway) I love the interior and the bed was really cozy. The only downside is that the room was really cramped. The shower is also separated from the toilet/sink, and I find that a little odd. They also have a pillow menu and free gym access :) I would recommend this for couples or for those who are used to dorm-like spaces. p.s. Try the Sushi Restaurant next to them! BOMB food :P read more

This hotel looks awesome. I booked it online for my son who was going to the area for a school audition. BE CAREFUL TO BOOK THE REFUNDABLE ROOM RATE!!!! I thought I had, but I guess after all my different searching and clicking, I accidentally booked the non refundable option. I called and was told by two employees that a full refund shouldn't be a problem, they just weren't authorized to approve it. I was advised to call back and discuss it with the Day manager, Jaymie. I spoke with her this morning. She was probably busy, but certainly not as courteous or as accommodating as the evening staff had been. I am grateful for a partial refund. I was hoping for the full amount, but as I said, it was my mistake. I am unsure if I will choose this hotel next time. read more

We stayed here while apartment searching and found the location to be great. Cool decor and very comfortable rooms. Extra kudos for having Aveda shampoo/conditioner. Fantastic and friendly customer service. When we mentioned we were searching for apartments the woman at the front desk said she was familiar with the area and would get info for a few specific places. I was so impressed with that! Parking was pricey but overall I would definitely stay here again. read more

There was alot of good AND bad. Ill start with the bad ... Window wouldnt shut, had to use towels to line the edge to keep the breeze out. Because the window wouldnt shut, we had to keep the heater on all night. Wouldnt be such a big deal if it wasnt a ancient, stuck in the window, louder than a helicopter model. Couldnt hear the tv. Not that hearing the tv really mattered, because we couldnt see it anyway. Static. When it did come in, thought we would purchase a movie and watch it on volume 80. After much considersation on our 17.99 in room movie experience, SOLD OUT. Yes, a movie that is stored somewhere is space, not even really an actual, tangible piece of anything, was sold out. So was our 2nd and 3rd choice. No movie. Thought we would watch a movie on our iPad, no such luck. Have to pay for WIFI. Still we had eachother, in our small, cold, yet tastefully decorated room. Here are the pros. Red Fin Sushi. Cool decor Comfy beds Red Fin Sushi (LOVE) A few things that would be nice to change: Somehow, add some counter space in the bathroom, there is nothing. Also, the shower curtain is grotesquely too long and much too close to the toilet. (Boys splash) They are doing the best they can with the space they have, I understand. Its an old building. Its clean and it has a really great sushi place in the lobby. read more

First of all, hotels in DT Seattle are way over priced... Who can spend $300 in a hotel room for 1 night? Right? I was looking for an hotel room for my husband's B'day and I found it! I shopped for 10 days (online) before making a reservation comparing packages and offers. Hotel Max is what i was looking for. The staff was super nice and helpful. The room (Artist King) was clean, chic, modern and under $140. When doing the reservation I did ask for a corner room (apparently bigger). The receptionist also talked to me about their package : Eat, Sleep and Be Parked, which was the same price as our room but with an additional $20 voucher for a yummy American breakfast at Red fin (their Restaurant/Bar)! Birthday boy was very please by the surprise, he even got a complimentary B'day card :-) read more

The room was nice, slightly on the cramped side. For the price I was hoping something bigger than my living room. It was clean, pretty and the staff was very attentive. read more

4.5 stars! Great experience, awesome service! We stayed here the last night of our trip in Seattle and it definitely made it even more special. I wanted to make the trip special, so I called in and spoke with an employee on any romantic packages they have (ie flowers, wine, chocolate). They told me they have an exotic package with handcuffs and all that good stuff. Hmm interesting but not what I was looking for. Sooo the lady went the extra mile and called up flower places herself and got chocolate and wine ordered for us. We checked in and although the room wasnt ready, it was worth waiting for! Rose petals scattered on the bed and floor and wine and chocolate as promised. It wasnt anything extraordinary but the thought made my day.. and hopefully hers too.The chocolate was tasty btw. Talk about going the extra mile. Kudos to Hotel Max. The only thing I can say bad about this place was that the rooms were really small and the bathroom was nothing special. Oh yeah and the pictures in the hallways were kinda creepy. But thats all good cuz they gave us a complementary $20 voucher for their sushi restaurant downstairs which was super delicious. read more

I'm torn about how to rate Hotel Max. There are a few things that stand out as being great like the vibe, the cool lobby, some of the service and the artwork that is scattered throughout the lobby - and even the room. As I write this from Rm 601, I'm looking at a painting that I'd love to take home with me. Chris at the front desk was awesome. He booked my car rental, got me a very late check out and seemed to care about making my stay easy. I also really like the restaurant downstairs, Red Fin. I had dinner there last night (see my yelp review!) and even stopped in today around 5:30 for a snack before going shopping. They have an amazing happy hour menu. For $6, I had four beautifully prepared pieces of sushi: salmon, shrimp, albacore and tuna. This place pays attention to how the food looks in a big way. I digress (can't help veering towards food!).....so back to the hotel....... On the negative side, the room was impossible to keep at a comfortable temperature. It was either too hot or too cold, even after the nice girl at the front desk told me how to use the wierd heater that doubles as the air conditioner in the window. The bathroom is horrible - not dirty or anything. Just very small, no tub and the shower is a nightmare if you're afraid of the dark, claustrophobic and enjoy some semblance of water pressure. The bed is okay. Not the kind you that puts you into your happy place when away from home. The hallways are extremely dark and in my opinion not at all welcoming. The location is convenient to everything, but it is also on the finge of what seems to be an area that's a little bit sketchy. So would I stay here again? I'm not 100% sure. I noticed that another yelper got a rate of $105/night. That would be worth it. But I paid $169. If I can get a good rate at the W, the Monaco (it happens!), The Westin or even the Ace Hotel (which is actually a very cool urban B&B type of place that is very affordable in the heart of Belltown) I might do that instead. BTW, if you decide to stay at the Hotel Max and happen to get room 601, be prepared to be kept awake by the elevator which is located on the other side of a pretty thin wall - the wall where your bed is - the wall that the headboard of your bed rests against. read more

And the amazing service continues!! Second time coming here for our 3 yr... big shoutout to joe at front desk: amazing service, great attitude and good advice on local spots! Got a room upgrade that had a record player and bigger bed! Only downside is parking in the area is pricey but kinda expected downtown Seattle... just not that pricey! read more

The staff are extremely friendly and helpful - everyone has been great. There's one guy in particular who seems to be running around like a crazy person, valeting cars, delivering room service, etc. and I've seen nothing less than a giant smile on his face with the kindest personality. He's the kind of person I hope ends up on Undercover Boss so that the owners of Hotel Max can see how awesome he is and give him a giant raise! (I think he name was Lenz...??) Yes, the rooms are small, but that's been made pretty clear in the reviews, so I knew what I was getting into and the room is perfectly fine. Free WiFi that works well. From the reviews, I read the daily parking rate is $30/day but it's actually now $45/day. Expensive, but it's also downtown Seattle, so that's how the cookie crumbles. Nice hotel - hipster vibe, looks like an old building that's been recently updated. I'd certainly come back again. read more

I love this place. It was my first time staying at a boutique hotel. Upon check-in, Melissa at the front desk upgraded our room for free so that my sister and I didn't have to share a bed! I know we were pretty lucky because our room was pretty big; as I was braced to have a tiny room. She also threw in a vinyl player! I love the staff here. As someone in their early 20s, they make you feel very comfortable and are personable. They can give you all kinds of recommendations to all different types of food, day life, night life, you name it! We ended up going to many of the places they told us about. They will even mark on a map where everything is. If you have any questions you can always just text them. Whoever is at the front will shoot you a text as you get into the elevator so that you'll have the hotel's number. Another great thing about this place is the location. Seriously so much is within walking distance. Our entire trip, we only used a lyft once (round trip) because it was raining at night and we were wearing heels. From the airport, we took the link light rail for around $3/person (way cheaper than BART in the SF Bay Area) and walked a few blocks to Hotel Max. To put into perspective how close this place is to the Space Needle (totally walkable but it was raining): we left the lobby at 1:15p and headed to the monorail. We arrived at the base of the Space Needle by 1:45p. More on location: couple of blocks away from Pike Market, around 2 blocks from plenty of shopping. Extra perks: umbrellas free for use when it's raining!, free wifi in your room, they'll also hold your luggage (for free) if you're checking out but your flight isn't until later in the day. There were a few cons but I seriously loved this place so much that it does not defer from my rating. One, we had a corner room which, when we asked the front, apparently is a bad spot for the wifi to reach. The ceiling light right when we walked in was faulty from the get go and it was in front of a full length mirror which was sort of a bummer. We weren't about to complain about a large room we got upgraded for free though. Another thing that some others have mentioned, is that the A/C unit is loud. True, but still livable. I hope I can stay here again soon. read more

Everything great except the employee who douses himself in foul smelling cologne and sets off stink bomb of bad Uber driver scent in lobby. I think I speak on behalf of other guests and his coworkers in begging him to drop the awful male perfume. (Of any kind...your picker is off). Literally a repellant and both my partner and I were nauseated by it. Small chance it's something they use to clean the upholstery but whatever it is smell horrrrriiiiid! read more

Overall a great experience with 1 minor caveat. First the pros. Staff is super friendly and professional. Great local bear poured during happy hour every day (inculded). Rooms are relatively small, but very clean and well appointed. Now the 1 con. Upon check in we were offered the opportunity to forego daily housekeeping in exchange for a $10 honor bar credit. I think it's great that they offered, but I declined. 3 nights, and our room was never cleaned or restocked. We ended up grabbing towels from a nearby linen closet and begged an additional bottle of body wash from a housekeeper. Not enough of an issue to complain, and I'd still definitely recommend this hotel, but this 1 issue keeps me from giving 5 stars. read more

Rooms are tiny as is the bathroom (no place to put anything). The elevator was ridiculously small, barely fit 4 people without luggage. The bed was comfortable and the pillows were great. Anytime you stay in a downtown hotel remember the potential for noise from the street. We were awakened at 3 in the morning by sirens. I wouldn't stay there again! read more

Damn. I traveled here alone. That's too bad. Every review I've seen on this place uses the word sexy. I'll go one further: this place is downright sexual. Deep reds, lovely views, naked stuff on the card keys? Yup... sexual. Sadly, I arrived (and stayed, thank you) by myself. Even though I had no one to share the experience with, I still loved it. The staff was super helpful, the room was well apportioned, and the guests were all a helluva lot better looking than me. The Yelp consensus on this place is right. Hotel Max is built for humans of small and mid-size. If you're of the larger persuasion, you should avoid this place at all costs. The space between the sink/tub/toilet is minimal. If you're sporting a little extra girth, this place would be a little slice of hell. Consider yourself warned. I will definitely be back. Next time, I'll try to bring my wife. I think she's the only part that was missing. read more

Hands down the best and most rad hotel to stay at. Yes the rooms are a little small but I loved every minute of my stay there. I was there December 2006 with my two bffs. We had a two double room. Best part very artsy, and pillow menu. The staff was to die for Jen ( the person that wrote the first review on here) is the best anyone could ask for. She went out of her way to tell us the best bars to go to. As well as directed us to some great vintage shops up Capital hill. Red fin is the restaurant on site and also had a great atmosphere. So full after leaving there. All was good, next time I go to Seattle I will stay here! read more

I booked our Seattle hotel through Hotwire. They unfortunately booked us at the Homewood Suites, 3 people in only 2 person rooms. Hotwire immediately took care of everything and relocated us to Hotel Max and covered the rather sizable difference in price. The hotel is very trendy and "rock and roll-esque." A very modern atmosphere and a boutique hotel, if there ever was one. The elevators and rooms are very small, but they serve their purpose. We were only tripping over each other a little bit. The beds are comfortable and you can request your own particular pillows, depending on your preference. The shower is good and the bathroom is stocked with quality products. The staff is very nice and provide you anything you need quickly. The location is great! Within walking distance to Pike's Place Market in one direction and Capitol Hill in the other direction. We were big on walking, so having a central location was important. The wifi is weak, but I just used my phone as a hot spot or went to starbucks. Overall, a great stay. I would recommend it. read more

Stayed at the Max during an interview for a hoity toighty company, no less, which is why I was very impressed with the choice. But frankly, this hotel is so me. It's more of a boutique rock and roll hotel, front desk was VERY amiable and attentive (I arrived late, and I think given my obvious tiredness they upgraded to a suite), and the suites were very comfortable, albeit small. There was, unfortunately, A LOT of street noise, something I found odd for a hotel (and I've been in hotels in NYC, Chicago, LA and Miami downtown, and I've never heard so much cars and horns and sirens... eh, didn't phase me, but found it strange). Bathrooms were tiny, but it's to be expected in a big city. All in all, I'd highly recommend it. Also, I checked the price for a regular night, and at $150, I find it VERY reasonable, given the VERY desirable location. read more

This is where I stayed on my wedding night, courtesy of a very generous mutti & daddio. Far above my usual price point, I was literally swept away by the mod decor, elite downtown location, and unusual room. Of course I would have been happy with anywhere, arriving in a vintage chauffeured car in my wedding dress and against my feminist outcry being carried across the threshold of our room, but my mum did a good job picking somewhere chic and funky to fit our taste. And waking up to skyscrapers was a new situation for me within Seattle. Brought "living in the city" to a whole new level. This is an older building that has been remolded, so there is some clumsiness about the design (ie two foot step up into a tiny, efficient bathroom). And wireless not coming with the room is straight up annoying. BUT, like I said, I am beyond biased and will always have a soft spot for this place among the skyscrapers downtown. read more

Came out to Seattle to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary and decided to find a hotel to stay in for the night. Truthfully, the hotel was bit of a let down. I understand that it's an older building with it's tiny elevator (hello claustrophobia) which you need to input your room key to access the floors. We're not familiar with Seattle and the minute I stepped out of my car, I got ambushed by this homeless man. Thank God the Valet guy came quickly and I wish I could remember his name because he was AMAZING! Lobby decor is very minimalistic, clean and when you sit on their sofa, you're practically just sitting on the ground. The girl who checked us in was very friendly and helpful. She also came up and congratulated us on our anniversary and gifted us some Prosecco, Seattle chocolates and a sweet handwritten note. We also got an upgrade from a queen room to a king! WOOT! Too bad when we walked in, there was a note for SOMEONE ELSE. The room was small with this massive king size bed in the middle. They had a window thermostat which was okay with me. The bathroom was dinky!! And the glass shelf they have above the sink is slanted so trying to put anything on it was a bit of a risk. Overall, our stay was good. Loved the bed. The one valet guy we got Tuesday night was seriously AMAZING. read more