Quick and efficient West Seattle mail services. Went out of their way when I needed extra Notary services. Very convenient with ample parking. read more

So I'm a person that feels they should be able to repackage and return unwanted or mistaken items like a big kid, but I have come to face the reality is that it likely just won't happen, so I go here, a hop, skip and a jump away from my house and although I pay more than if I did it myself and took it to a mailbox, what I get in return is most pleasant assistance with whatever needs returning and the knowledge that almost anything else postal-related that might crop up in the moment that I need, they've got my back. I love that it's got most everything you'd need, but small enough that you get that extra personal touch that one just can't take for granted these days. I'm glad this is so close to my home and hope to be patronizing it for years to come, cause I don't see getting significantly better at returning my own packages. read more

Wow, does this place understand customer service! I was encountering an issues with the price & and packaging from THE UPS store and decided to seek an alternative option. I made a call after reviewing YELP pages and went in. Since it's a few miles from my home I had never gone in. So after making my call I drove in. He packed in the perfect box and added some filler in so no damage would happen which is always appreciated. After all was said and done he saved me $120 ! I was completely blown away. This man created a customer for life. Not only will I use him in the future but I'll pay his Information forward to anyone needing assistance ! You make shipping great again! read more

One of the few notaries around, small business owner and personable. OK for shipping too better than long lines at post office

The staff is friendly and professional, it is unfortunate that I cannot recommend working with them. But, they have lost 2 packages of mine. One, a couple years ago that was $2k+ in value and a second one more recently. After the first package was lost, I stopped bringing packages to them. I tried again recently, and as we speak am waiting to see what USPS says about the package status because it has been 8+ business days with no scan. There is a table for you to leave packages to be picked up by the respective shipper. But what John, the owner, does not tell you, is that he takes no responsibility for those packages being scanned and ultimately ending up at their end destination. Essentially, you are dropping packages off here, with no receipt and really no guarantee that they're going to get where they're supposed to go. You're probably saying to yourself, how come I left a $2000 package on the table at a random mailbox store in West Seattle, without it being insured, etc? And I own that, and I ended up paying for it. I take responsibility for that. But I guess that's the thing, I take responsibility for it whereas John doesn't. All that being said, I think if you pay them for the shipping on site, that's a different story, I think with that you can be confident in the items getting together they're supposed to go. But, I would not suggest dropping packages off here, I would just take them to the respective shipper directly, getting the receipt to ensure delivery is more likely. read more

The nicest mail service location! The team is very helpful and friendly as well as get to know their customers! If you want excellent customer service and know your mailing needs are well taken care of, go here! Personal private mailbox for similar prices as USPS & UPS stores, and deals like month free! The competition doesn't offer this! Totally worth it to have chosen this business! read more

If you want a fair price for mailing, do not go to this business. My daughter had a 1 pound 5 ounce package mailed to me. She requested it be sent overnight. It was sent UPS Ground, at a price of $70.40. The package arrived 4 days later, 1 day after they said it would arrive. I called them to see if they could explain why sending a package of this weight at a ground rate would be so expensive. They essentially said that my daughter chose this rate. So they said she chose the most expensive and slowest rate. She said she requested the quickest rate. My belief is that they did not adequately communicate the options to her. I went to the USPS to see how much it would cost, which this company also claims to use. The USPS quoted me $58.60 for Priority Mail Express (overnight) and $13.20 Ground (3 days). The price Mailbox West charged, as well as how long it took to arrive, was outrageous. read more

I needed a document notarized. While there are a number of mobile notaries, Mailbox West has a notary available in their store. It took less than 5 minutes after arriving, and the notary was friendly and competent. The cost was only $10. I would call them first to make certain that the notary is there read more

I've used them before for shipping and they're nice. However, I tried to get a document notarized (a POA for my brother who is selling my recently-deceased mother's condo) and the notary there refused to notarize the document unless I provided proof of my 1/8 ownership of the condo. Which means he doesn't even fundamentally understand what a notary's job is. My brothers, who are both lawyers, were flabbergasted. It was an enormous pain finding another notary at the last minute after waiting 2 days to meet this guy. Avoid if you need notary services. read more

Super friendly and very convenient. Highly recommended! Everything always seems to go smoothly here.

Walked in to drop off a UPS envelope and was immediately assisted by a super friendly gentleman, Joe. I inquired on their current rates for mail box rental. Joe explained the prices and process and provided helpful tips on how to beat transition from another (virtual) mailbox that I current have. My local but virtual box service is half the price per month that of Mailbox West fee. However, Joe's attentiveness and friendly demeanor may just have earned my business! read more

Mailbox West - Info on mailbox rental - Shipping Centers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I had a good time at Mailbox West. It is a smaller version of Mailboxes Etc. The person who was working there was extremely nice and professional. You can rent a mailbox, ship packages (UPS, FedEx, USPS), buy stamps, etc. They also have a copy machine and do document services (printing, scanning, etc). I have a job interview coming up and I needed to print, sign, and scan a document. However, because of Coronavirus, I've been working from home and don't have access to a printer or scanner. Also, since the West Seattle Bridge is closed, I don't feel like driving very far from my home. Anyways, I was really happy that I was able to do everything I needed at Mailbox West. It was a bit more expensive than I was expecting, but it was definitely more convenient than the alternative. read more

Very nice people at this location but very expensive to ship anything Fed Ex from here. I paid $85.00 to ship an envelope "express saver" which won't even arrive until next week and not guaranteed by then. I thought that was crazy but I paid it anyway because it was important. I later looked at the Fedex website and found that it was much cheaper to go to the Fedex office down near Costco. Good to know for any future needs and would only use this place in an emergency. read more

I'm very glad I found this business because I wanted a mailbox as well as a mail forwarding service so I have all my mail in one place since I have a lot of roommates and can't depend on them to get me my mail when I'm out of town. The employee that worked with me was super and walked me quickly through the forms all while a bunch of packages were getting dropped off and picked up at the same time. I get an email when they send me my mail and the postage is very reasonable. The cost to renew the mailbox every 3 months is well worth the peace of mind. read more

I've lived near here for 9 years and recommend these guys if you need copies, need to send or receive a fax. They have been friendly, reliable and responsive. read more

I needed to ship an item that required a non-standard size box, and Mailbox West custom-made the box, and found the least expensive method to ship the item. All with a smile on their face. Nowadays, when customer service doesn't exist anymore, this was a pleasant experience. If you need to ship something, I suggest you use Mailbox West, and support a local business. read more

Only used shipping but will check out cards, etc. later. Sent my boxes to where they needed to go and helped choose shipping options. Thanks! read more

I would have gone with a 1-star, however, I feel I also came in on an off day..... Although, given my situation that I will explain below, I would never have been helped at this business. I came in to ship an item on a FedEx business account. I often use the main FedEx location at 651 S. Alaska St., because there are never any surprises there. Given that; I live in the area and found this location on FedEx.com and thought it would be more convenient than driving to SoDo, I should have relied on my earlier comment; "that there are never any surprises at the main FedEx ship center." Upon entering, I was asked if I had ever shipped there before. I replied 'no' and produced a piece of paper with an address and a FedEx account number. I was immediately told that they do not ship on FedEx account numbers?!?!?!?!? I asked 'why' and was told again that they do not use FedEx account numbers to ship packages..... I mean; why the hell have an account with FedEx, or furthermore why would this place advertise they ship for FedEx if they don't take FedEx account numbers. The conversation spun around and around with a flat refusal to ship the package. So, I will not be going back. I am sure it is a great place if you have; cash, card, or a check. Maybe call them before heading there... But, know; you will not be shipping anything FedEx if you plan to use a FedEx account number..... Cheers.... read more

Very professional and help! Came in at 9am right on open and they immediately jumped to help.

Second guessed the documents and then refused to notarize them. Actually demanded to call the lawyers who drafted the documents! Never had a notary behaved this way. Never been treated so rudely. RED FLAG! Would leave no stars if possible. read more

I attempted to open a mailbox for the second time to no avail. In December I attempted to do so, but was told to return because after Christmas due to staff apparently being overwhelmed with demands of holiday shipping. Today, I waited patiently for over 15 minutes to register again. The store had one staff member attending to customers. After inquiring about opening a mailbox, the gentleman behind the counter told me others in line were waiting to mail items, and suggested I return later, apparently overwhelmed with working in a mailbox business. If I weren't so frustrated, I'd find it ironic: a mailbox business in Seattle unable to accommodate a request to open a mailbox. As a small business owner, I try to support my peers. Reluctantly, I took my money to the nearby UPS store, where they gladly accepted my money. read more

I can not say enough great things about this place. The owners are friendly, knowledgeable, professional and always willing to help. They offer numerous services that the Morgan Junction can use such as package drop off for UPS, USPS and FedEx (a huge help for returning Amazon packages). They have PO boxes, notary services, boxes for sale, packaging equipment and other office necessities. I implore those in the Morgan Junction area to patronize them. They even added a USPS blue box outside their location so you can drop off letters there! read more

These guys are so great! They welcome you with a smile (behind their masks) and a warm hello! They go above and beyond to help in any mailing situation and I will miss them terribly when I move away. Thanks you guys! You are the best! read more

Vince and crew are awesome. We use Mailbox West mostly to receive packages that we don't want sitting outside our house and they do a super job of letting us know when things have arrived. My only wish is that they stayed open until 6:30, not 6 on weekdays, and also just a bit longer on Saturdays, read more

After continued business with them, my frustrations with the IRS issue has been overridden with the changes in the customer service has won me back over. Thank you for working to let customers know you care. read more

Mailbox West - Shipping Centers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love this place. It's in the neighborhood, and everyone is always super helpful, offering to go above and beyond what I've experienced at other similar facilities. Can't say enough good about them. read more

Employees seem unfamiliar with international postage and proper classification. They were going to charge me $25 for an envelope with printed matter (which they classified as a "package") to Asia (and were even unclear if that would go by air or boat!). I took my business to the Trenton PO and was charged $7.90. I know that Mailbox West charges more, but 3 times more is unrealistic! Owner and employees need to familiarize themselves with all types of mail and postage. Nice people, but not knowledgeable. read more

I rode my bike to mail a package, feeling so green. These guys are really nice and have notary services on staff as well. The package got returned because of some snafu with the post office and they took it back, said they would handle it. Very professional, and no questions asked. Great customer service. read more

Great experience. Much better than UPS when I go there. you can drop off amazon returns, notary, stamps and mail anything with a pleasant and helpful staff. nice to have discovered them! read more

Wonder why USPS is loosing more and more business? The internet is taking a big chunk but when the USPS brings below average customer service, higher rates, and language barriers it's no wonder why places like Mailbox West comes and reaps the benefits. I was told to come in for my small USPS box and when I get there somehow they all were rented. So I drive 5 minutes to Mailbox West, get quality service, a mailbox, and out the door in less than 10 minutes. The only two thing I didn't like was there was not a shorter minimum time such as 1-month service which I only needed a PMB until I found a place so having a 3-month min is a bit much so took one star off for that. Also a HUGE thing to remember... if you forward your mail to a PMB you cannot forward mail then to a new address from this address. You will have to either put the address BEFORE the PMB as your old address or after canceling your PMB have to contact each person, business, etc with the new address. Overall, fast, efficient, and friendly service is less and less received nowadays so when I get that kind of service I will be back. read more

The very best in customer service! Vince was easy going and very helpful. I needed a form notarized in a hurry and he was able to do it very quickly. The store front and interior is very clean and organized. I will be coming here for all my notary and shipping needs. I love to support local owned and operated small businesses. Mailboxes West is great for All of you shipping needs. Go support this wonderful business. read more

I need to print out an email one sheet of paper...Because both my office in the library are closed. For reference the library charges $.15 per sheet, So you can imagine my shock when I went to pick up the print And they told me it was $2.20!!! When I asked why it is so costly they said it has to do with receiving the email and hitting print!!! This is fully taking advantage of people during a time Of limited resources I will never go back there or give them any business again read more

Super nice people here. Opened a mailbox and they were all kind and seemed happy to be working here. Always pleasant when I need to pick up my mail and packages. I like this place because I can use a physical address instead of just a POBox address. read more

I have had a rental at Mailbox West for probably about 30 years when I first moved to West Seattle and Mailbox West was quite a ways north on California Ave SW. The owners are very friendly and helpful. It saves so much time because I never go to the main post office with their long lines. Mailbox West can take care of so many of your mailing needs. Also I have all of my packages delivered here so never have to worry about "porch pirates" at my home. read more

Another notary flop with John McPayne, Jr. He demanded that we bring the documents ahead of time to review. I did that and he said it is okay to come back at 5pm. We came at 5pm, waiting for him to finish and then he refused to notarize because the party signing the document needed my interpretation. He said he cannot notarize for people who cannot understand him. I said what are those people supposed to do. He just shrug his shoulders. But he is wrong, as his job is to verify the person signing the document is the person who is in front of him. His job is not to make sure the person understand what they are signing, he is not a lawyer, nor a judge nor a policeman. He has totally abused his 'power' entrusted to him by the State to discriminate against an elderly foreign person who tried in broken English to tell him what is she signing. Such a shame, I will never walk into this place again. read more

I was shocked when I went to mail a USPS envelope at Mailbox West. Instead of $7.75, it was double...$15.50!! Things have changed there, and not for the better. Go to the US mail, folks, for your mailing...much cheaper and the staff is much more friendly read more

I've used Mailbox West for many years. I believe there is tremendous value here for current customers and many who are looking for new services. Prices are fair. Service, the People that work here are tremendously helpful and kind. A few years ago, change in Ownership. I am pleased to say I've seen many new changes that simplified many processes and services. I have a box here, and will continue to be a Customer. Thanks!!! read more

Why does a mailbox and print place have five star reviews? Because it deserves them! I took in sensitive documents to be faxed. This entailed making copies, printing some pages, and trying to get through to a busy fax line. Both employees who assisted me were friendly and helpful. I had to leave my fax there for half the day because I was waiting for it to go through. I felt comfortable leaving it, and when I went to pick it up, it was ready and waiting for me. Although the fax line (on the receiving end) was ultimately busy, I appreciated that I had some proof of the attempts in the form of printouts. When I had to call and check on it between lunch and the time I got off, someone was always there to answer the phone and help me promptly. This was a much more pleasant experience than going through a big box office supplies store or one of the national chains of shipping companies. It does not have self-service terminals, but you can email documents to be printed to their email address and they can print for you. There is one copy machine at the front of the store that is self-service. Highly recommend! read more

I have been using Mailbox West for about 5 years now to receive all my mail order packages. I shop so much online that I find it convenient to have a PO box instead of receiving packages at work or at my home address when I'm not there. I've received dozens and dozens of packages through Mailbox West, and I can say they've been nothing but courteous, friendly and efficient every single time. And, they always call and leave a message letting me know when I receive a package. I really appreciate these guys. read more

Truly a pleasure to do business with. I send packages, buy stamps, and find locally-made greeting cards here. The previous owner was a smoker and not inclined toward aesthetics, but the new owner Vince has transformed the shop into a bright, airy, colorful, well-organized space. read more