The Best Hotels in Washington, USA

Choose contemporary or quaint in this late 19th-century Port Townsend property, with loft studios offered alongside rooms with a Victorian vibe. Period charm comes from exposed-brick, high-ceilinged spaces with warm wooden floors and kitchens; the Shackleton loft studio reveals pier views from leather sofas. Elsewhere, the Crow’s Nest woos with a black wood-burning stove and period furniture.

This former hardware store on Fidalgo Island has the only rooftop bar in Anacortes, from which you can take in views of the San Juan archipelago while warmed by blankets, cocktails, and fire pits. Unwind in the eucalyptus-scented steam room before tucking into local comfort cuisine at the Fifth Street Bistro, where signature plates include chicken pot pie – a flaky pastry shell filled with slow-roasted chicken and root vegetables. Brown and blue rooms with plenty of cozy seating overlook the marina, courtyard, or Commercial Street.

Geared towards wine and nature, this country retreat near Walla Walla cocoons wine-loving guests in modern, minimalist suites with fireplaces and vineyard-facing verandas with views of either the Blue Mountains or Lake Sienna. Explore the surrounding vineyards on a cruiser bike or paddle across the water on a board, both available from reception. Then relax by the saltwater pool or play a game of croquet on the Great Lawn. Modern Washington cuisine, wine, spirits, and beers headline at the onsite restaurant.

Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor activities, there’s never a dull moment at this seaside resort, 90 minutes north of Seattle, from movie nights in the 50-seater cinema to golfing, biking, and bird watching. Dine on seafood, burgers, and wood-fired pizza at Packers and the Great Blue Heron Grill or stock up on picnic ingredients at the onsite cafe and sundry store. Rooms feature blue-and-grey striped carpets and pine fittings, with either seating areas or balconies overlooking the lawn or Semiahmoo Bay and White Rock, British Columbia.

The oldest hotel in Spokane was built by a local judge in 1899 and named after his country retreat on the Little Spokane River. With wooden balconies overlooking the atrium, rooms have pale blue or rose walls, high ceilings, and oversized windows. Several nearby establishments offer discounts to Montvale guests, including Brooklyn Deli (a must for homemade bread, soups, and sliced meats) and the Sapphire Lounge, a specialist in cocktails and Washington wines.

This sleek hotel recreates Seattle-apartment living in generously-proportioned rooms and studios with window-side seating areas for views of the Puget Sound and Space Needle. Leather, wood, and cityscape murals add to the laid-back luxe look. Take a stool at the Currant Bistro’s polished granite bar any time of day for hot sandwiches and gourmet coffee in the morning or regional wines and craft beers in the evening. There’s also a gym and a seventh-floor terrace with skyline views.

Sleek mid-century modern rooms feature navy blue, white, bronze, and warm hardwood floors. Seattle views don’t come much better than from the Nest bar, from which you can see the Pike Place Fish Market, Elliot Bay, and the Olympic Mountains’ hazy hulk. Brunch and dinner are served in classy canteen-style Conversation, where the best of local farms is showcased in fusion dishes such as braised beef short ribs with kalbi jus, gai lan, fermented daikon, scallion, sesame, and gochujang vinaigrette.

Perks of a stay at this boutique in Seattle’s tech suburb include an indoor pool, a cocktail bar with a terrace and shuffleboard, and an emergency store selling everything from chocolate to makeup remover. White and grey rooms feature local artwork and reclaimed wood bed stands – some also have add ons such as Chesterfield-style sofas, stocked wet bars, and movable work islands. Sip a craft beer in the rustic-industrial bar, not forgetting that Downtown Seattle is a twenty-minute drive away.

Ever wanted to stay in classic American roadside accommodations? Tick it off with a stay at Bellingham’s south-facing Heliotrope (Greek for “turn towards the sun”), a restored 1950s motel halfway between Seattle and Vancouver. Decorated with local artworks and featuring a whitewashed decor with red and orange accents, they sleep up to four and some have full kitchens. Spaces in which to meet other road-trippers comprise a lounge with retro sofas and a fireplace, not to mention a lawn complete with fire pits and cornhole.