Renaissance Seattle Hotel
High-floor views of Elliott Bay and downtown offset retro room furnishings atop a steep Seattle hill.
The verdict
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The Renaissance Seattle Hotel is a downtown tower situated right off Interstate 5, best known for its upper-level city and water views. Guests frequently highlight the comfortable king beds, soundproofed rooms, and attentive front desk and concierge staff. However, reviewers regularly cite dated design elements like brown carpeting and boxy furniture, alongside low shower heads and extra daily fees for parking and internet. 41
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What travelers noticed
- Higher-floor rooms and the 28th-floor concierge lounge deliver wide views of Downtown, Elliott Bay, and the Space Needle. 431
- Beds consistently earn praise for comfort, outfitted with plush mattresses, fluffy down pillows, and Aveda bath amenities. 1
- Staff across the property, from front desk agents offering bottled water to the concierge desk, receive high marks for helpful service. 19
- On-site dining earns positive mentions, including breakfast at The Fig and the Judge and evening drinks at The 515 Bar. 13
The catch
- While many guests appreciate the central location near Pike Place Market and Interstate 5, others point out that the hotel sits at the top of a steep slope that makes walking back tiring. 10
- Some visitors find the remodeled guest rooms clean and functional, but others note that the brown carpeting and boxy furniture give rooms an uninspired retro feel. drawn from the full read
- Reviewers disagree on overall value, with some finding rates reasonable for downtown Seattle while others complain about extra charges for parking and in-room internet. 1
Who it's for
- — Marriott loyalists seeking downtown views
- — Business travelers needing easy Interstate 5 access
- — Couples looking for a comfortable central base
Skip it if
- — Guests avoiding uphill walking on steep downtown slopes
- — Travelers frustrated by extra fees for Wi-Fi and parking
- — Tall guests bothered by low-mounted shower heads
Seen on camera
12 moments · 3 videos · Renaissance Seattle Hotel
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“the bathroom was great size had a really wonderful mirror in it”
youtube.com5:20“the amenities oh we can't remember the name of the amenities but they were very nice”
youtube.com6:07“all right let's tour the room it's so beautiful first check out this door for the bathroom absolutely love it so pretty…”
youtube.com2:48“they also provide breakfast and i must say because of the pandemic breakfast was not fully available they had pre-packag…”
youtube.com3:28“it's so clean nice K dad I figured I'd get it right away when we came in because I have a feeling we're going to be a me…”
youtube.com3:03“oh yeah this is the perfect view from the stairwell on the seventh floor look at this this is it it's so gorgeous it's j…”
youtube.com4:47“check out how much and that way you'll know if valet is for you and they're so sweet I think valet should be for you aga…”
youtube.com7:14“and then for as far as the bed area the bed was comfortable enough for us to be able to sleep there”
youtube.com4:38“and then it provides you great views of the city and you can be able to overlook the city from the room area”
youtube.com4:44“and then the bathroom area was suspicious enough they had the modern day decor as far as our bathroom is concerned the s…”
youtube.com5:01“the bed was very comfortable i had a king size bed super comfortable”
youtube.com5:11“you have to pay for wi-fi they don't provide wi-fi”
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How to book
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Search Marriott on points →Score breakdown
How the 78/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
88Location
80Room
80- “Got upgraded to a corner suite with city views for anniversary. Room was perfectly set up and breakfast was delicious.” 13
- “all right let's tour the room it's so beautiful first check out this door for the bathroom absolutely love it so pretty and as I say in every video it smells gorgeous it's so clean” 202:48
Service
85Bed & Sleep
80Value
75- “Price-wise, the Renaissance Seattle was quite reasonable compared to Marriott properties in the Seattle Area.” 3
- “But some do complain about this Marriott property nickel and diming on arguable necessities, such as the $12.95 daily fee for in-room wireless internet and the pricey daily parking fee.” 1
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-04
Where it sits
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Stay value
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Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 10 points below the mid-range median of 88, across 490 hotels in the same bracket. In Seattle it sits 8 points below the local median of 86.
- This hotel
- 78
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 88
Based on 490 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
- 4 mentions
- 3 mentions
- 2 mentions
- 1 mention
- 1 mention
- 1 mention
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 68 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
Quotes run exactly as travelers wrote them — spelling and all. We trim for length, never for tidiness.
- “Internet connection and shower water pressure are both great.” 13
- “Guest rooms are of fairly standard Renaissance quality: The rooms are clean, comfortable and stocked with amenities like Aveda bath products, plush bedding and minfridges.” 1
- “The bathroom is located directly on the right as you enter the room and is closed with a sliding door. It is also very narrow, it is difficult to fit two people.” 16
- “While the rest of the room felt a little dated to me, the bathroom feels a bit more modern. Large, the bathroom is not, but thankfully it isn't claustrophobic either.” 8
- “Shower pressure was great - but the shower head is slightly low (could be annoying if you were tall)” 19
- “the bathroom was great size had a really wonderful mirror in it” On camera175:20
- “The bathroom was clean and modern.” 3
- “and then the bathroom area was suspicious enough they had the modern day decor as far as our bathroom is concerned the shower was big enough for us to use and i there were no issues there when it comes to the bathroom” On camera95:01
- “Made for business travelers, and not for anyone requiring prompt bathroom access.” 13
- “The housekeeper cleaning the room next to mine saw me leave and did the cutest wave as she told me good morning” 19
- “And when it came time to check-out, the same associate that checked us in assisted us once again. She was still very warm and friendly, and even remembered who I was.” 8
- “Despite how busy the restaurant was, the wait staff were still very professional and tended to any needs I had.” 3
- “Decent food and service in the bar.” 14
- “The rooms are nice and have great views of the city.” 11
- “the amenities oh we can't remember the name of the amenities but they were very nice” On camera176:07
- “Having checked-in via the mobile app, the check-in process was actually a breeze. And, even better, my Marriott Rewards status was proactively acknowledged while we were given our room assignment.” 8
- “Be careful at checkin- each of my stays, they've used that perk as my welcome gift, even though per the Bonvoy T&Cs that breakfast (or points) is supposed to be separate from the normal welcome gift.” 14
- “The bellmen standing outside immediately knew we were going to have issues with our bags rolling down the hill and rushed out to assist. They helped us into the lobby where we were then greeted by the warm and genuinely friendly front desk staff.” 8
- “On the first day, we found the service to be disorganized and the buffet had a hard time being stocked. We made our comments to the waiter who explained to us that there was a lack of staff. However, we could see a nice improvement the last two days.” 16
- “Recent travelers had positive experiences with the service staff, from speedy and pleasant check-ins to diligent cleaning service.” 1
- “Concierge lounge on the 28th floor has a good view of the city. Water at the reception is always complimentary.” 4
- “check out how much and that way you'll know if valet is for you and they're so sweet I think valet should be for you again you just come and valet here they're so sweet and it's pretty reasonable I think” On camera207:14
- “Check-in was very quick, we had previously checked in on the Marriott Bonvoy mobile app.” 16
- “Service at the front desk was efficient - they offered waters” 19
- “Service at the property is also really great, and is reason enough for me to return.” 8
- “Services include 24-hour reception, room service, and wireless internet access at a reasonable rate.” 10
- “If you were to redeem Marriott Bonvoy points for a night at this property, the same room would cost around 41,000-60,000 points, which is a bit much relative to how much you'd pay with cash, in my opinion. There was a small line for the check-in area before the friendly check-in agent greeted me.” 3
- “it's so clean nice K dad I figured I'd get it right away when we came in because I have a feeling we're going to be a mess after being here for 2 days it's really beautiful and really clean” On camera203:03
- “Anyone stay there? I called and the gal was quite nice. She said it is definitely walkable to Pike's Market from this hotel.” 5
- “Lois....You will LOVE this hotel. It is wonderful and the staff are great.” 5
- “Offered late checkout - no issue with 4 PM” 19
- “A central location puts downtown landmarks within walking distance.” 13
- “While the Renaissance Seattle isn't exactly my style, its nice enough. And while not in the best location, the location is still good.” 8
- “Downtown location makes all of Seattle's wonders within reach.” 11
- “The hotel is also on a pretty steep hill, kind of more in the financial district rather than anything touristy, so keep that in mind if you have any mobility issues. Not a terribly long walk to tourist sights...but not right next door either.” 14
- “Located in the Seattle Central Business District, the hotel offers convenient access to attractions such as Pike Place Market and Lumen Field.” 10
- “Hi Lois, I went to that hotel to visit a friend from Fla. who was staying there. Very nice, (picture a Marriott!) and good location.” 5
- “Lois....You will LOVE this hotel. It is wonderful and the staff are great. It is in a perfect location for precruise shopping with Macys and Nordstrom within easy walking distance.” 5
- “All the bedroom contains is the king bed, a small flatscreen TV, a radio alarm clock, and phone. But that's ok! As is usually the case at Marriott properties, the bed is very comfortable.” 8
- “The decor inside the restaurant was homey and inviting, with random props lining the shelves.” 3
- “Rooms are nice enough, but you'll want to try to get a room on the west side of the building. Otherwise you'll get a view of I-5.” 14
- “A bit of a walk uphill from Downtown, this high-rise has a calm feel to it, with contemporary decor and inviting common areas.” 1
- “Desk chair is an actual adjustable business chair good for getting work done.” 13
- “Got upgraded to a corner suite with city views for anniversary. Room was perfectly set up and breakfast was delicious.” 13
- “all right let's tour the room it's so beautiful first check out this door for the bathroom absolutely love it so pretty and as I say in every video it smells gorgeous it's so clean” On camera202:48
- “The bedding was adequate. Everything about the room was pretty standard across the board.” 3
- “The room is very deep but rather narrow, with a low ceiling.” 16
- “and then it provides you great views of the city and you can be able to overlook the city from the room area” On camera94:44
- “The same can't be said about the elevators and the corridors, though. It is my understanding that the Seattle Renaissance has recently undergone renovations. Unfortunately, like the elevators and corridors, our room was still quite dated looking in my opinion.” 8
- “Although the room was pretty average for a King room, the service, views, and breakfast made up for the value of the stay.” 3
- “Want a room with a view of the Space Needle - the hotel offers high floor rooms with impressive views.” 13
- “Upon entering the room, you'll immediately find yourself in the room's seating area. Here you'll find a comfy love seat, a desk with phone and lamp, and a flatscreen TV.” 8
- “Upgraded to a Large Room, which is actually one of their real corner suites (how the front desk describes them) - these are quite effective rooms for one person with lots of windows - I was placed on a corner with good views (I believe some corners are more obstructed) on the 20th floor” 19
- “Weak AC is a minor problem but the hospitality and tasty food make up for it.” 13
- “Breakfast buffet at The Fig and the Judge had perfect food presentation and was well-serviced. The restaurant manager Eric was hosting at the front of the restaurant.” 4
- “The breakfast buffet selection was diverse with different kinds of protein, bread, and pastries. As a person with multiple food allergies, the food selection was valuable to my experience, giving me plenty of options.” 3
- “Decent food and service in the bar.” 14
- “they also provide breakfast and i must say because of the pandemic breakfast was not fully available they had pre-packaged meal that we will grab every morning to be able to take it to our room or you can eat it from downstairs and then they provided you with coffee typical food that you will get from residents in” On camera93:28
- “I did have the breakfast and it was tasty and free for Platinum and above...but keep in mind I stayed pre-COVID.” 14
- “Weekend breakfast was for the full restaurant buffet - no check to sign - easy - tasty eggs, good bacon, some diverse pastry choices, make your own waffle maker - yummy” 19
- “3. You can expect comfortable rooms and possibly a great view due to its elevation.” 6
- “oh yeah this is the perfect view from the stairwell on the seventh floor look at this this is it it's so gorgeous it's just starting to like it's Daybreak” On camera204:47
- “Beautiful view that included mountains and the Space Needle” 19
- “Price-wise, the Renaissance Seattle was quite reasonable compared to Marriott properties in the Seattle Area.” 3
- “But some do complain about this Marriott property nickel and diming on arguable necessities, such as the $12.95 daily fee for in-room wireless internet and the pricey daily parking fee.” 1
- “Or, you could have a terrific view of Interstate 5; the hotel is across the street. Well soundproofed, of course.” 6
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- 14 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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- 3Review: Renaissance Seattle Hotelfrugalflyer.caReview site2024-04-05Ageing9 quotes used
“I came back to the lounge in the morning to see Seattle in the daylight. Although the views of Elliott Bay and the Seattle Piers were blocked by other buildings, it was nice to see the Seattle Space Needle peeking throug…”
Read originalfrugalflyer.ca - 16Review : Renaissance Seattle Hotel | Marriott Bonvoymilesopedia.comReview site2023-01-05Ageing5 quotes used
“Be aware that Seattle is a city on a slope and the hotel is at the top of the slope, which can be problematic with young children.”
Read originalmilesopedia.com - 14Renaissance Seattle : r/marriottreddit.comForum thread2022-05-09Ageing6 quotes used
“Decent food and service in the bar.”
Read originalreddit.com - 8Review: Renaissance Seattle Hotel - Jeffsetter Traveljeffsetter.comReview site2017-03-13Ageing9 quotes used
“And when it came time to check-out, the same associate that checked us in assisted us once again. She was still very warm and friendly, and even remembered who I was.”
Read originaljeffsetter.com - 6Renaissance Hotel Seattle...what can I expect?boards.cruisecritic.comReview site2012-01-31Ageing3 quotes used
“3. You can expect comfortable rooms and possibly a great view due to its elevation.”
Read originalboards.cruisecritic.com - 5Any opinions on RENAISSANCE~Downtown SEATTLE?boards.cruisecritic.comReview site2003-01-18Ageing4 quotes used
“Anyone stay there? I called and the gal was quite nice. She said it is definitely walkable to Pike's Market from this hotel.”
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