I've stayed at Hotel Max 3 times now and have to say....this place is amazing. From the perfect service to the comfortable rooms and awesome location, I love this hotel. read more

This was a great hotel. The staff were more friendly than most hotels. The decor was very trendy and unique. The room was very clean. I loved how eco friendly they are by offering recycling bins in the rooms and option for no maid service. We only stayed one night so the small room and bathroom was fine. There is so much to do in the city we weren't in the room very much anyways. read more

We needed a place to stay downtown for the Taylor Swift concert for my daughter and myself. This little 90's grunge/ alt rock theme hotel is so cute. My daughter was super excited when we got into the room to see a record player and albums to actually play in it. Each door had a different artist on it. Reminded me of a little hostel but we still had our own little bathroom. The bed was amazing and comfy for a great night sleep. We had wonderful service and easy access to everything from Westlake and Pikes place in walking distance. An easy and inexpensive Uber ride to the stadium for the concert! read more

hotel max is way too cool for its own good. quirky, clean, and chock-full of art and pop--- i love it! aside from contemporary touches like modern art pieces, oversized photography, and rockstar-esque glam chic, i really do enjoy the coziness that they managed to pull off beautifully. they have the most comfortable bed ever. and plus there's a linen menu, where you can tailor the way you prefer your pillows: plush, flat, hypo-allergenic, et al. they also have really cool complimentary bath products, which is also a great perk. no one wants to feel filmy the whole day from cheap soap and walk around with a peek-a-pube wig from watered down "shampoo". i stayed there for my birthday and they left me a balloon with a handwritten bday card attached to my favorite flavored vitamin water and excedrine-- the hangover package, perhaps? :) though the room was small, the design and layout really maximized the space. classic high-volumed, smaller suites are a headnod to the original edwardian style, which i appreciate. surprisingly, i think the walls are thick, too, because i didn't hear ANYTHING: no elevators, no knockin boots, no TVs. i actually prefer smaller rooms, as it's easier not to lose/leave things behind and also minimizes the work to upkeep them. plus, it makes me feel safer in an unfamiliar atmosphere. this is, by far, the best hotel for the money. it was so unbelievably affordable and the location was awesome! close to everything and easy for out-of-towners to navigate from. seriously, for the fools on a budget, you really don't have to settle for the charmingly-skanky moore hotel anymore. however, i have to agree with the recommendation that you leave the kiddies at home or pick another hotel for families. read more

Hotel Max...it's a small trendy boutique hotel located right smack in the middle of downtown. The location's unbeatable and is walking distance to everything: pacific place, nordstroms, coffee shop, restaurants, bars etc. We were in Seattle this past weekend for a good friends wedding and he had booked up a whole block for out of town guests. We decided to stay in downtown while we were in town (even though I'm from Seattle and my family lives here still) to be close to all the action and mix and mingle with friends that we haven't seen for awhile. It was also really close to the bars that we partied at over the weekend. Back to the hotel: The lobby was small yet very stylish and shabby chic. The furniture was pretty modern and cool looking. This past weekend, they seemed to be a little short staffed b/c the valet guy turned out to be our room service person - weird! In any case, the rooms were REALLY small (think of Japan, if you've ever been). The rooms are decorated in black and fire engine red (very sexy and modern). The beds are comfy but I couldn't get past how small the rooms were. For $109 a night it was a steal, especially centrally located in the heart of belltown it was a great spot. If you rented a car, try to park somewhere else because parking is $30/night which is a ripperoonie. read more

Whoever stayed at this hotel and gave it a great review must be hard of hearing...and an exhibitionist. The fire trucks driving by at three o'clock in the morning and the bus service that comes by every half an hour starting at 4 AM could be heard very loudly on the 5th floor even with the windows closed. And speaking of windows, there were no sheer blinds therefore if you wanted any sunlight you had to pull the shade up letting the people in the adjacent business offices see you in your birthday suit. The bathrooms didn't have a heating system and were tortuous in the cold seattle weather. The hall ways were dark and dingy. And the fact that the hotel didn't notify customers that parking was not available and valet was an additional 30 dollars is worse than the service one gets in Moscow. The staff behind the desk were robotic and paid no attention to any concerns addressed to them. I've had better reception from the clerks at a super 8 than I did with these twits at hotel max. The restaurant next door was the exception. Food was good and service was wonderful. The atmosphere was nice and the "hidden door" entrance was a neat touch. read more

My complimentary "Intimacy Kit" was very unsatisfactory. I'm a size XL, not medium or small.

I stayed here recently for one night + had a great experience. The gave me a room on the top floor with a beautiful city view. Location was a quick walk to Capitol Hill for me which was convenient. When I returned home I noticed a weird charge on my account which I was told was from the mini bar. After explaining that I didn't have anything except smith tea + coffee they apologized for the mix up + refunded me. Would love to stay here again! read more

We happened on this place really by accident. Just wanted to stay near the venue where we went to see a concert. What a great place!!! The staff was really welcoming, the rooms nice and clean, and the decor really fun. Free beer in the lobby at 5:30-6:30 gets guests to mingle. Loved staying here and we will be back...thanks read more

My husband and I booked two nights at Hotel Max for the beginning of our 4-night trip to Seattle. We booked the last two nights at a bigger, more expensive boutique hotel. After reading the reviews of Hotel Max, we were sure we'd like the hotel, but needed an "insurance" policy b/c of the reviews of size of the rooms and the noisiness. Hotel Max was great though. The staff was great and although the rooms were very, very small, we only needed a place to nap and sleep, so Max was perfect for that. We ended up canceling our fancier reservations and stayed at Max the whole time. A couple situations particularly impressed me. First, when my husband and I were on the ferry, I couldn't find my wallet. I nearly had a heart attack! But a call to the front desk solved my problem. I asked if they could have someone check through the room for me, which they did, and found my wallet. This simple effort meant we could enjoy our daylong excursion. Second, we checked in early and they let us get into our room 8 hours early. This was so great, as we were exhausted from traveling. Overall, not a luxury hotel but a solid, friendly place in the heart of downtown. I'd like to give it 3.5 stars. read more

this place was really, really great. great location, really friendly staff (except for one frumpy blond who gets easily frazzled and curt), beautiful, clean rooms and a lot of character. the restaurant (red fin or something?) has a nice ambiance, too. i freaking love seattle. read more

Good location, clean rooms, awesome service, hot water, good water pressure, plenty of nice standard hotel towels and free internet service. Bed was very nice and the pillows, comforters made for a great night sleep. They have a cool lobby with games, coffee, free bubble gum (to stick on the gum wall, which is a 10 minute walk from the hotel), and free craft brew at 5:30pm. My biggest complaint: The rooms are VERY small for the price. In fact, in all my travels (Asia, Europe), this hotel is the smallest room and is the main reason for my 3 star review. And the bathrooms. OMG! If your a large person or claustrophobic, the bathroom may be a problem. Parking: They charge $45. for in-out valet. Right across the street is a lot which charges $27. Go check it out before dishing out $45 fee plus tips everytime the car is brought to you. With that being said, once you're parked, Lyft or Uber is a reliable and inexpensive way to get around town without having to deal with parking. read more

Hubby and I took a short trip to Seattle recently and after the research my husband did on hotels, he booked us at Hotel Max. It is a great centralized location to Pike's Market, Space Needle, and shopping area. We literally were able to walk just almost every where without taking public transportation or taxis. Hotel Max is very different from your typical chain hotels. For one thing, when you walk in, there is a portrait of a naked woman and a man laying on her lap. The art work/pictures are amazing if you like that sort of stuff. I admit, after putting down our suitcase in our room, there were hardly any room to walk but after strategically placing our things here and there, it was much better. They have a full snack and drink bar, but beware, they will charge if you take it. The bed and pillows is heavenly. I had such a good night sleep with the goose down blanket and pillows. Now, on our last night, I noticed a small blood stain (I think) on top of the blanket which kinda grossed me out but I didn't let that bother me, I just covered with the over sheet. The bathroom was pretty spacious and I was surprised their shampoo and soap are by Aveda. The only thing I do have to add is that the noises outside from the street is very loud. So loud, it might wake you up in the morning or you might not be able to sleep quickly unless you have alchy in your system. The hotel staff were very welcoming and I definitely appreciate their services. The next time we go to Seattle again, this is a place I will be staying at. read more

Gave me a room literally half the size of my friend, who was also booked here, for the same price. As well, they placed a $600 hold on my account, alongside the $75 incidental fee, due to a "chip reader malfunction". When I called about it, they offered no assistance besides a sorry and saying that the hold would be released within 10 days alongside my incidental fee. Absolutely unacceptable. read more

though i have not stayed here - i was disappointed with the reservations assistance. on yelp - they posted an AMAZING offer for $99/nite + free parking & wifi! i was ready to book. but when i called they said that the offer expired a month ago (hello! it said it was just posted one week ago). the person i spoke with said they'd take the offer down. Please don't Tease. it isn't nice and it isn't professional. read more

I give it an A-OK. That being so because of the service that i received. The room itself was a good size with the ammenities needed. I stayed here after partying for my birthday and had 2 other friends in the room with me in the wee hours. While we were talking at a decent level, there may have been someone who complained. When someone from the staff was sent up, they didn't kindly tell us to keep it down, it felt like we were being reprimanded. We did not in anyway argue with the person, but we acknowledged the request and left it at that. I don't think me or my guests should have been treated in that way because we were not being extremely disruptive. I don't think I would go back and stay at Hotel Max, but if you're visiting the city and want to stay near shopping, this may be a good choice for you. read more

Hotel Max will always be my first choice of hotel to stay while in Seattle!! I personally felt the rooms were perfect and cozy and the staff amazing! Can not wait till my next stay!! The rooms and bathrooms were super squeeky clean and staff recieves you with a warm welcome The location is amazing right near the light rail for easy transport to and from the airport! Super Like! read more

hmmm what to say about the Hotel max? I LUVED IT! first star: we showed up early and wanted to dump our things (round 9 am) and the concierge had no problem checking us in at that time, and the valet was prompt and courteous. second star: I want an experience, and the hotel max delivered. everything from the teal pony poufs paired with the two crock cubusier chairs, the red glass front desk, the wenge walls, the orange/blk/pink striped carpet in the halls, the full door photos on every room (different for each room) and last but not least the room. The bed was divine!... I mean if your in to high thread count and pillow top. I have to also point out one of the best services I have ever had and was the PILLOW SERVICE. Upon arrival you can call the front desk as select from a range of pillow densities and styles..... OMG! third star: I like a little tongue and cheek and when I opened the cupboard where the mini bar was....there it was.... a neatly sealed and packaged.... a vibrator (complete with battery) and next to it a tin full of condoms, lube and other little goodies.....yowzer! fourth star: LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION. it right where you want to be. fifth star: The price. It's was well worth what we paid and is definitely more than the Best western but let me tell you ...this ain't no Best western! read more

i luv this place! this hotel is SUPER DOG FRIENDLY!!! I brought my two huge beasts with me and it was fine. no glaring looks or comments. totally awesome. everything was clean and comfortable. the room was small but still plenty of space for 4 beings over 100 lbs - I mean how much time do you plan on spending in there anyway? nice decor and everything. the food in the attached restaurant is decent too with good prices. the room was even reasonably priced! in and out valet parking at $25 a day is a bit steep but given that it is downtown seattle, it is fair compared to the alternate choices. there was one time that we waited over 20 minutes for the car but i think there was some kind of staffing shortage. they even have a mini vibrator in the mini bar for $12! :) read more

Stayed here for a short weekend trip to seattle. I enjoyed my stay here. The reviews are true about the small space. The room I had no problem with, my main gripe was the bathroom. I am 5'2" and have short arms, i could touch the bathroom wall to wall from the shower head to the vanity mirror! It is truly cramped, only one person can be in here at a time. This hotel is perfect for a single person maybe even a couple. I imagine it would be very difficult for a very large person to stay here. The location is perfect! Close To everything! And walking distance too. The service is awesome, so friendly. If you get hungry late at night there is a pizza place that delivers until 4am. Ask the front desk for more info. I took two stars off for the cramped bathroom. The amenities were nice too not those cheap kinds. I think if they removed the bully furniture or rearranged the room it wouldn't feel so cramped Got my deal thru expedia, excellent deal. read more

The staff were great, the room and decor everywhere were super cool and hip. But....we didn't have hot water for 24 hours!!!! There were building issues, and the hotel wasn't getting hot water. Yuck! This was sort of OK the first night when I wanted to shower before going out for dinner and to meet friends, but not OK the next morning when you are hung over and drank too much and feel really gross. So, they apologized, set me up with a shower at a fitness center, and refunded one nights stay. I know it isn't their fault, they handled it well, but still just a bummer when you are on vacation... read more

Great hotel in the perfect location. I took the lite rail from the airport to the hotel. Only took 30 minutes by rail and ends at the Westlake stop which is where we needed to get off at. The hotel was only two blocks from the train station so easy walking distance . No need to rent a car in Seattle as Everything is practically walking distance. If you can walk there is plenty of transportation but try to avoid renting a car since parking everywhere is so expensive. So we arrived to the hotel around 9 and we asked if we could check in early. I was expecting to have to wait till normal heck in time but to my surprise our room was available. Melissa was very informative as were to eat and what to see in the city. The hotel offered free beer from 5:30-6:40 which was really cool. The rooms were small which I expected because most hotels have small rooms in the city. But the rooms were clean and the beds were support comfortable. They have a restaurant next door called Millers Guild and that they serve pretty told food. Have nothing but positive things to day about this hotel and I would stay here again. read more

Hotel Max - Hotels Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great place to stay. Safe, friendly, lively decor and friendly staff. Great location downtown!

The hotel was definitely nice enough. The interior is well done. The lobby features edgy ebonized wood walls with contrasting orange furniture . Interesting local artists' work adorns each room and the hallways. The hotel has a business center and a fitness room, but tsk tsk for no ipod docking station. The location is good: easy to get over to Capitol Hill or down to Beltown. The 'spiritual menu' is sort of gimmicky; we ordered the book on Scientology just for kicks & it never arrived. The rooms are a little small but this is to be expected in botique hotels. read more

Our two night stay at Hotel Max was great. The bed was very comfortable and the location could not have been more convenient. We took the Link Light Rail both to and from the airport and it was very easy and close to the hotel. The hotel decor was very hip and the staff was extremely accommodating. I love that they have free wifi and will print your boarding pass for free as well. I got a great rate for booking our room two weeks in advance and they gave us a room with a tub because I asked for one. I would happily stay here again. The rooms are small, but they are very cozy and since the bed is big, we had no complaints. Loved the Aveda products in the bathroom and the gumball dispenser at reception! read more

Really wanted to give this place a 5 before I even checked-in. I was so excited by looking at the photos and friendliness of the staff. Pros: Fabulous decor, NO kids, comfortable beds, nice view, fairly close to Pike Market. Also...can't forget the helpful staff. Cons: SMALL bathroom. The layout is quite odd. Its long but narrow. There is no counter space to put out bathroom toiletries and I had to "live out of my suitcase" instead of feeling a little more "at home." The shower curtain is a solid dark gray as opposed to the ones with the clear top portion like at The Westin or Seattle Renaissance Hotel. Consequently, I had awkwardly dark showers. Lack of closet space. Very tiny closet with ironing board which is taking up the already little space in there. Not enough space for our luggage in the room or the closet. I was traveling with a girlfriend of mine so we had two large suit cases and one carry on. I had no where to put my carry on and her bag just barely fit next to the closet. We had two queen beds and I felt like we were in one king, that's how little space are between the beds. There is a foot between the window and the other bed so it was just sad :( Also, since we booked on priceline we weren't offered free wifi. But no way would I pay the going rate to stay here. Last but not least, the elevators are so tiny we felt like sardines going up with 3 people, 2 suitcases and 1 carry on. Also...hotel parking is $30 a day. :/ Ultimately I was disappointed. But I really wanted to love this hotel so much more. Id stay again if I was traveling solo but not to share such a small space and def not at the advertised rate. I suggest the Seattle Renaissance which was extremely spacious, clean and modern. read more

Never staying here again if I can help it. I posted this on TripAdvisor and I'm putting it here too. The only saving grace is that the staff was friendly. But friendly doesn't make up for charging me an extra $20/day service fee upon check out. I've seen these fees before hand at other places and paid them gladly but I was under the impression surprise hotel fees were a thing of the past, otherwise why would I prepay a set price for the room itself. I booked a bundle through Priceline but it's not even a good discount now that I'm paying them $100 i guess for beer/coffee/whatever that I didn't use. I already paid a 20% service fee everytime I used room service for food but I guess me even annoying them with my presence and needs for service (God forbid) warrants more? It's sketchy and not transparent and the receptionist only said "uh huh, it's on the site even if you use a third party". I could have went to Bartell drugs for the stupid body wash to avoid this hidden fee. And yeah, if it's not super clear then it's not a good user experience. I definitely didn't see that and I read it before I sent it to my boss for approval. I overlooked checking in and not having basic toiletries like body wash already there, I overlooked the randomly smelly bathroom, and the tiny room because I was like whatever I'm not living here and they are nice. But THIS just set me on edge and the receptionist didn't help. Screw your "have a good day" when I now have to go and get more reimbursed for a room my company thinks they already paid for. If you can afford this place, you can afford one of the nice hotels around for like $200 more total. This place pretty much has a captive audience because they have a decent location but I can't stand when companies try to get one over, it's YOUR job to make it super clear and it's a pretty basic assumption in a prepay situation that that's all inclusive of room costs! Alaska Airlines didn't saddle me with extra mandatory fees as part of this bundle. I might as well have just gotten an AirBnb so at least I know their fees transparently. read more

This place made me fall hard for boutique hotels! We got a corner room on the 5th or 6th floor? Can't remember? Had an awesome view of the Needle and two walls of windows. The bed was soooooooooo comfortable and full of pillows like any respectable bed should be! If the provided pillows aren't for you don't fret, there is a pillow menu that allows you to choose something more to your liking! Service is impecable and the art all over the hotel is gorgeous. Make sure you visit all of the floors and check out the photos on the doors. Every floor features work from a different photographer. Did I mention Aveda ammenities, Tazo teas and local coffee stocked in the rooms? ~~~swoon~~~ read more

This place was amazing! Great location, amenities, atmosphere and let's not forget the free beer hour in the lobby. A great place for solo travelers like myself! The beer reception allows guests to meet new people, socialize, and find recommendations on local spots. In the lobby they also have a bubble gum machine, water and coffee in the mornings. In the alley way they have their Seattle never settles wall which was neat. Overall it was a really trendy spot to stay. Wouldn't have chosen otherwise!! read more

Having stayed at Westin and Inn at the WAC in Seattle, this hotel is quiet trendy, artsy, and hip. Since this isn't my style and I didn't choose this hotel, minus one star because the room and the shower stall are tiny. Otherwise, I think they accomplished the style they are trying to present. read more

This hotel is great. Dumb people are going to complain and write stupid reviews about small bathrooms and over exaggerate things, but they are stuck up idiots who don't know what they are talking about. The staff are super friendly. The attractions are in walking distance. The bar is great and the hotel is wonderful! Very clean, comfortable bed,excellent views, very modern. If you love music and art this is home for you. Love it here, highly recommend it! read more

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I am sitting in my room as I type this review. My one night here ranks as one of the worst hotel experiences I've ever had. Don't get me wrong, the hotel takes hip to a new level. The staff is courteous. The rooms are small, but very clean. I can't recommend staying here because of the paper thin walls. I've had ZERO sleep due to my neighbors. The couple on one side of us argued and then "made up" overnight. I'm now listening to the guy on the other side of us make real estate deals. It's early on a Saturday morning and NOBODY should have to put up with this. OK, let's be happy for my real estate neighbor. He's whooping it up because "his guy" will meet him today. read more

tiny room. loud AC/heater unit. $30 per night parking. good central location. pillow menu. mirrors on the walls so you can pose while fornicating a la the Christian Bale threesom scene in "American Psycho." vibrator in mini bar. you probably wouldn't want to do a fluid search with a blacklight in this hotel if you stay here. read more

My boyfriend and I visited Seattle for the first time over the past week and I personally loved staying at this hotel. Booking: Unfortunately, I didn't book the hotel since this was a surprise to me the day before. Location: Located in a great place in the middle of downtown Seattle. Everything was in walking distance we never walked for longer than 20 minutes. Pike's Place, Space Needle, The Wheel. Even if your destination is far, the Westlake Center is 5 minutes walking and the transit will take you practically anywhere. (And it's super cheap too.) Staff: Amazingly friendly and personable. They were always on call (or text) and gave great advice on restaurants and places to visit during our stay. It feels like they genuinely care about your time here in Washington. Room: Yes, the room is on the smaller side but it has all of the necessary accommodations so it never bothered me. I personally loved how the room was designed. If you liked how the lobby looked, the rooms are just as hip and indie with the different artworks displayed around the building and your room. Fun tip: if you opt out of the housekeeping for the day, you'll get 5$ towards their version of the in-room snack bar, which is pretty cool and environmentally friendly. Yeah, there are some negatives, but nothing that bothered me to the point where I would complain about it. Overall, if I were to visit Seattle again (which is almost guaranteed, I loved it), it would be hard to stay at any other hotel. Thanks, Hotel Max for the lovely time. read more

My friend & I were vising Seattle last year, and I was in the mood to splurge on a nice hotel. Unfortunately "splurge" for me is still less than what a lot of hotels cost, so I was looking around for a good deal that would still feel splurge-y... Hotel Max was it! The decor of the room was great -- modern, but not cold. The orange and red colors were cozy and luxurious. I see a lot of people complaining about the small size of the rooms, but I really didn't find it uncomfortable at all. In fact, maybe the room was a little TOO good... we ended up spending a couple of evenings watching Rock of Love in our hotel room rather than going out on the town. :-) read more

A very hip place in downtown Seattle. The employees wore concert shirts from the bands I loved when I was younger. They give away free pints at happy hour! The bed was comfortable and it was a wonderful experience! read more

Just completed a stay at hotel max for 4 nights. It's really hard for me not to give this place 5 stars but very minor things hold it back from a perfect review. The first thing any potential guest here need to understand is this is a small boutique hotel. This means if all your used to is big chain hotels your in for a few surprises. My room was 701 it was clean decent size room. Couple things stand out right away there is a window mounted air conditioner in the room and the shades on the window for most of your time will probably be pulled down as there are other rooms/buildings that would have a clear view into your room otherwise. There is no real view from that particular room worth seeing anyway but the hotel makes up for that in location. It is reasonably walking distance from the space needle, pike place market, shopping, bars and most area attractions you'll want to check out The bathroom is where the biggest difference in this hotel from others will be felt. My bathroom had a decent modern look. Unlike what some reviews have mentioned the shower was in the same room as the toilet and sink in this case. The shower is tiny. I mean put your hand over your heart and your elbow will likely hit the wall tiny. If you are a person of size I will suggest going back downstairs and working on getting an upgrade of some sort. I'm a large guy and had a hard time in there. If you've ever been in an inside cruise cabin bathroom you get the idea. A few small notes the hotel provides free coffee in the morning (hours could be a bit longer IMO) in the lobby and free beer in the evening also in the lobby this is daily. Free wifi is also provided and for each day you skip house keeping you get a 5.00 mini. Bar credit. If your like me and usually skip at least a couple of days of house keeping congrats snacks on them. I will keep Hotel Max on my list of go to places to stay in Seattle. It's not perfect but it doesn't pretend to be which is nice for a change. If you can get a good rate (I booked via price line) i would say go for it and enjoy your stay. read more

What can I say, the hotel is very chic, and stylish. Tiny rooms and the bathrooms are just big enough to turn around in. The worst part of the stay was leaving a camera lens in the room after checking out and not finding that we forgot it until we got back home in Portland. After many calls to the front desk, they keep transferring me to housekeeping which has "not found" my lens. I've still not heard back from anyone, very disappointed in the lack of communication. Well, I guess I should check craigslist seattle or a seattle pawn shop to find my lens... not staying here again. read more

Every since I got a gift certificate to stay at this place....Its been my main stay ever since. I love the art on the door and even in the rooms. It has that 70s feel to it but better. Shops, restaurants, etc. are within a 5 minute walk. I am totally staying here again when I get the chance. read more

What you get: a clean room, great location and a reasonable rate. The staff is also very well trained. This hotel is cool, hipster cool. The hallways and doors are papered with portraits of famous people. The in room amenities are a bit unique, quite clever actually. The rooms have everything you need for a productive stay, including free wifi but you may have to go out into the hall to turn around. I would be comfortable booking again. read more