What a beautiful place to visit. The area is gorgeous. One of the last forested areas in Seattle…read moreright next to Lake Washington. With views of Mount Rainier, glimpses of eagles, owls, shore birds and local wildlife it is a get away right in Seattle! The Audubon Society has a center where you can learn about local birds and their habitat, go on guided hikes and explore their gift shop which has all kinds of cool items to take home as a souvenir of a great day spent there. I highly recommend a visit.

This is a great facility that the National Audubon Society has partnered with the City of Seattle…read morewith, in providing a space for those to learn more about the work of the Audubon Center and its mission to protect birds. While at Seward Park we decided to visit this Center. It's a welcoming space and open to the public. When we walked in we were greeted by an employee who mentioned that we could walk through the building, and recommended for us to check out the library. In the community room, there was a class being taught on emergency procedures for the wilderness. Very cool they offer classes and events here! The building is a mix of public and private space, so for the public areas, it's easy to go through it within an hour or so. The other rooms that are closed off are used for private offices and such. But I would encourage you to check out the library, which is the largest public room in the center. You can tell the space for the library was the sitting room for when the building's original use of when The Redfield Family lived upstairs. The bottom portion of the building was used as a concession stand back in the day. But the library now invites guests to check out the different books on wildlife, birds, conservation, travel, and anything else having to do with the great outdoors. Glad to have visited this historical building and learned about the Audubon Center's work. I would also suggest taking children here, as there were plenty of books for kids in the library, as well as taxidermy of birds that may be intriguing to them. The gift shop is mostly items suitable for children, too.

wonderful tour of Wellington New Zealand by Steve Girvan thru Answers Down Under tours…read more We had a personal foodies tour that was fantastic. Highly recommend this guide.

I booked and paid for a trip for two weeks in Australia through this company, but when I got there…read moreevery single reservation and event was registered in my husband's name and only my husband could rent a car, check into our accommodations or sign in for our excursions. When I tried to check into one of the hotels, I was told I would have to wait for my "husband" because only he could register us and get the keys for the room. (He was returning the rental car that I had arranged for because only his name was on that, too!) I paid for this trip! I made the arrangements! What century do we live in??!! Is Australia reallly so backwards? Or is it just this company? I had not used a travel agency before, and this convinced me that it is not worth it! No self-respecting woman should use this company. Nor should any man who has any respect for women.

I wanted to review the tours I went on separately. This review is for the Olympic National Park Day…read moreTour. I went on this tour on 5/13/2026. I cannot say enough amazing things about this Olympic National Park tour experience. From start to finish, this was hands down one of the best guided experiences I've ever had and one I will remember for a long time. We visited Hurricane Ridge, the Elwha area, Lake Crescent, Marymere Falls, and several additional scenic stops throughout the day, and every single location was absolutely breathtaking. The landscapes were stunning, but what truly elevated this experience was the way the entire day was curated and paced. Nothing ever felt rushed. We had time to really take in the scenery, walk around, take photos, learn, and fully experience each stop before moving on to the next. Our guide Evan was phenomenal. Incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about the ecosystem, history, geology, and ecology of Olympic National Park. Listening to him explain how the landscapes were formed, how the ecosystems function, and the history behind the region made the entire experience feel so much deeper and more meaningful. It honestly made me want to continue learning more after the tour ended. What also stood out was how well he created an atmosphere for the group. During the drive, everyone introduced themselves and shared a little about where they were from, which made the group feel comfortable and connected. On the ride back, he had everyone share songs that had personal meaning to them, and we talked about why we chose them. It turned what could have just been a long drive into a genuinely memorable and human experience. Even the lunch setup was beautifully organized and thoughtfully presented. Every detail throughout the day felt intentional and well done. The ferry ride, the mountains, the forests, the rivers, the waterfalls, the lakes, it was all unforgettable. Olympic National Park is stunning on its own, but having such an incredible guide and such a well-executed tour made this experience truly exceptional. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Seattle/Olympic area. Easily a 10/10 experience.

This review is waaaaaaaaaaay overdue!! Easily the highlight of our Seattle trip back in January…read more2025 was taking the Olympic National Park Tour with Evergreen Escapes. Martin W. was our tour guide on this expedition and he was exceptional!!! Friendly and down to earth and extremely knowledgeable as well. He really did add another layer to this trip and made you feel comfortable and well-taken cared of. My daughter was a little apprehensive about going as she didn't know what to expect, however, this was also the highlight of her trip as well. I truly wish we had more time to explore what Olympic National Park has to offer, however, if you are on a time crunch and are unfamiliar with the area, this is easily the best way to get a taste of the park. In addition, they also pick you up right from your hotel and also provide coffee, drinks and an exceptional catered lunch! After picking us up and taking the ferry across to Bainbridge (a cool experience itself) it's a bit of a drive to get over to the Port Angeles area where we stopped at the Visitor Center, however, there is lots to see and learn on the way. Fortunately the road was open to get to Hurricane Ridge and we got to experience some snowshoeing (first time we had ever done this) and it was awesome! Not too tiring and for those who might struggle you are given the choice to stay back if you had wanted to (BUT WHY WOULD YOU!!!) We then headed down the mountain and stopped off for some sightseeing and another little walk to stretch the legs and then we headed to our next stop. Wish I can remember the name of the place, however, it was an incredible spot to explore as Martin set up for our catered lunch. It was located right next to a river that had some cool atmospheric mist slowly creeping through. There was also an easy little trail which took you through lush vegetation & moss covered trees to a free-flowing waterfall. It was just stunning and honestly you didn't want to leave. Eventually we headed to our final stop at Cresent Lake. Just wow!! The lake had a bit of a moody feel, however, it was just beautiful and the hike through to get there was just insanely gorgeous and just magical. Words and pictures alone can't do this place justice. It's just something you have to EXPERIENCE!!! One of the other highlights was the trip back on the ferry. It offers up an impressive and unique view of the Seattle cityscape all lit up as you relax and reminisce on the day. Truly wish we had more time in Seattle, as I would without hesitation want to book all of the tours that Evergreen Escapes offer and I imagine each experience is unique depending on what time of year you go as well.

Had a lovely time staying at the Kimpton Palladian for two nights. Deanna at the front desk was…read moreabsolutely lovely, and made sure that we had everything we needed for the stay and extremely helpful, especially when we had a noise issue with the room next door (resolved within minutes). The bar was delightful (shout out to Huntley!), and had great cocktails and local oysters, and the restaurant had great and fresh breakfast options. Still dreaming about the oysters and the smashed breakfast potatoes. One side note: while the hotel is lovely, and deserves 5 stars, the sound proofing between rooms is _very_ poor, and you can hear people even if they are being quiet (but you can especially hear people if they are being loud), and while earplugs are provided for the loud city, the soundproofing there also leaves a bit to be desired, even when using earplugs.

Update: Doesn't get better with broken outlets and hairs in the bathroom... (Photos uploaded)…read more Original review: The service at the front desk from check in was poor. Our hotel room was not ready in time at check in at 3pm (the written/emailed check in time), apparently there was a "guest still in there?" However, particularly unpleasant was the front desk staff (especially Tonya), who was remarkably dismissive, with a "not my problem" type attitude and would say to our faces, "I'm not dealing with this," then offer no resolution or complain about us to other guests (never seen that sort of unprofessionalism before at any hotel). Attempts to talk with a manager are fruitless, none come by. I've actually never had this poor of a hotel experience and it especially would not be one expected from a Kimpton type hotel or price point. I will be following up with IHG / Kimpton to provide feedback on the poor experience. I do not recommend this hotel, mainly due to the staff.

Loved our weekend getaway! It was our first time staying here. Rooms were updated and stylish. The…read morecoffee bar had a Nespresso machine which is always appreciated. Bathroom was large and beautiful with a lovely large shower. Valet parking was convenient and fast located right by the front entrance. The view from the room was the showstopper. You are literally right in the market and have a full view of the entire waterfront. While the view from the room was amazing, the terrace view was stunning too. The terrace is accessible to all guests, so if you opted for a city-side room, be sure to check it out. This will be our new go to spot for staycations!

We had such a nice visit to this hotel! It was so close to everything and the room was so…read morecomfortable and quiet! Would definitely recommend this hotel for leisure travel!

Checkin was easy, but parking is an additional charge. However, the hotel staff was upfront about…read moreit from our first contact with them. Parking is underground and is secured with dropdown grates. Nobody is going to wander in down there after dark. There is an elevator from the parking garage up to the lobby and rooms. Room 516 is a king suite and it is phenomenal! It has a kitchen with pots, pans, dishes, glasses, flatware, even has a dishwasher! There is a small lounge like seating area with a flatscreen TV in the wall between the bedroom and lounge. The TV actually spins around to watch in bed. There is a closet with an iron and board as well as a huge in-room safe, big enough for several laptops. There are also dresser drawers for those of us who like to unpack. The bathroom has a rolling barn door. The shower is huge! Big enough to fall and not hit your head. The 8th floor has an open air terrace with nice views, patio furniture, sun umbrellas and fire pits for the evening. It's a great location to see the Space Needle next door all lit up at night. The on-site restaurant lounge is the HBar. The staff are very friendly and personable. Courtney is a Rock Star! Even though the menu is small, food and service are spectacular as is the view from the restaurant bar. Across the road you can see the Space needle and the museum of pop culture. The chicken wings were crispy, hot and juicy, delicious. The buffalo sauce had a nice medium heat. In previous reviews I had mentioned staying in hotels outside of the cities, but this hotel in particular totally vacates that sentiment for me in that the staff and environment of this location just make it work well. I would stay here again even with the additional parking charge. We are surprised that being in this part of a big city, we are doing really well at this location.

Located within easy walking distance of the Seattle Center (site of the Space Needle and Climate…read morePledge Arena), the Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown is a roomy and comfortable place to stay when in the Seattle area. My wife and I used a Hyatt free night certificate for our one night (it is considered a Category 4 so the cert applied), and found the upgraded room and staff to be just right. This Hyatt House opened in 2014, and most of the facilities were modern (except one of the two elevators was broken during our stay, making elevator waits longer than normal). We checked in about an hour before the normal 4 pm check-in time, and got upgraded to a 1 bedroom King for the night. The living room had a kitchenette (electric cooktop, sink, dishwasher, microwave, and mini fridge) with plates and utensils. It also had a small desk with a real chair, a closet, small flat screen TV, and a sectional sofa. The adjoining bedroom had a King bed, similar flat screen TV (with a lot of basic cable channels) and an average bathroom with large walk-in glass shower. Like many other non-luxury hotels these days, housekeeping is done at the end of the stay unless specifically requested. In the morning, went down to the complementary breakfast. The dining space is huge, with plenty of open seating. The buffet was OK, with a few hot items and many more cold items. I did appreciate the ability to make your own breakfast burrito (always a plus for me when salsa is offered for breakfast). We could have stayed until 14:00 (which was offered without me even asking), but needed to leave a lot earlier to arrive at the airport with plenty of time to spare (it's about a 1:15 trip if taking the train, costing $7 total for each person). Checkout was via the Hyatt app which worked well, and the subsequent email confirmed that the visit had cost me nada.

Located in Aurora Seattle area. 30 minute bus ride each way…read moreto Seattle This is not a traditional Comfort Suites but more of a mom and pop feel operation. Friendly staff and management. Free Breakfast includes waffles scrambled eggs toast bagels yogurt with selection of fruits. Uber/Lyft from Amtrak $40 to hotel each way. Cost is more if from SEATAC. Bus Line E $3 each way to from Seattle. Walk to Asian Market where Rain Cafe is open till 9pm for great coffee and also Sprouts next door. Nice to be living like locals and use public transportation. Room is clean and tidy with nice mattress sheets and lots of pillows.

Conditioner was totally empty so I asked my husband to go ask for a new bottle. Front desk couldn't…read morefind any but said they would tell the housekeeper. I finally throw on clothes and my hair in a clip to go eat breakfast and figured while I was eating someone would make Their way to fill conditioner so I could resume my shower. Not the case. I could finish the rest but no point. Do not recommend staying there at all.

Loved our stay! Thick, fluffy towels, down pillows, perfect mattress, soft, high end sheets... and…read moreso tastefully decorated. Absolutely recommend!

We had a great one night stay here. The room that we stayed in was recently redone and it was very…read morepretty and clean. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because this hotel does not have an elevator, which can get a little bit exhausting with luggage. There is a guy that can help you, but he is pretty busy and you have to wait a little bit so we ended up carrying up our luggage by ourselves. Everyone at the front desk was super friendly and welcoming and the coffee shop that is attached was really cute. I would definitely stay here again if I went to Seattle. I love the old school charm of the building and I am glad that they are redoing the wallpaper and such because there definitely is an old smell to the building which is unavoidable. I will say also that there is a smell of stale smoke in the common building carpet so if you are sensitive to scent, just keep that in mind. The room was really spacious and even had an extra area that could be an office. No complaints! The air conditioner, and the ceiling fan were bonuses. Some free coffee in the lobby would be a nice addition for your guests, but they did give water upon check-in which was needed! The lady at the front desk also switched our room so we could check in a few hours early, which was a huge relief since we wanted to explore Seattle before our show. Also, the perfect walking distance to the climate pledge Arena.

We had the king suite and had a very nice stay here. Upon arrival, the staff greeted the kiddos and…read morepulled out a wagon filled with toys and let them choose, which was a nice touch. Staff was always attentive here from front desk, housekeeping, restaurant and etc. Apparently the suite gets the plushier towels too versus other rooms. Our suite was very clean and well stocked with bath amenities, coffee, tea, water and they even had baby toiletries laid out plus a cute blanket and crib. The private room was pretty sound proof when the door was closed which was important bc the baby slept in the room and slept very soundly. The indoor pool was another plus. It was a long lap pool with around 4 lanes and was 3.5 feet so perfect for the kiddos. It wasnt the warmest but the kids still had fun. We wanted a hotel near the mall and with a pool and it was between the Hyatt and Westin. We had the breakfast package at Equis. It was buffet style but the service was amazing. Someone came to ask if we needed refills for our drinks probably 5 or 6 times. The buffet items was American and was very fresh. You could order other items if you wanted as they had a full kitchen. Lastly shoutout to housekeeping. She was a sweet Chinese lady who picked up a shirt we must've dropped on our way to the elevators. She was always very helpful with things we needed for the room. Definitely would stay here again!

Really nice hotel within walking distance of the pier and other attractions…read more I like hotel that have good AC and strong water flow. This hotel checked both boxes. Extra surprise on the 8th floor for daily snacks and coffee. The only con for me is my shower does not have a door and trying to minimize water spray is impossible. My kids room has a shower tub and no such issue. I would definitely stay at this hotel if I am ever back in town.

A last minute lucky to get a room stay, for a quick last minute decision to get away from the city…read morefor a shortened weekend. Definitely would recommend this place for a quiet romantic stay for a couple, a great starting off place to explore Brainbridge and the surrounding area for a single too. The big bath was great after a day of hiking, the place is perfectly located with great views of the bay, close enough to walk into town as well as a few places really nearby on the bay, but far enough off the beaten path to be quiet and relaxing. Big bed, big bathroom, and a local coffee ready at the coffee station just down the stairs from the room. A perfect little getaway stay anytime away from the city, just a quick ferry ride away. Will be returning for sure! Happiest Yelps! Cheers!

This is likely the best option on Bainbridge -- great location, lovely balconies, clean rooms,…read moreregular housekeeping, even quality morning coffee, etc. The downsides are the uncomfortable beds and inadequate window shades. With a bit more attention, this place would be amazing.