The hotel combines traditional warmth and 21st century convenience with personalised service for business and leisure travellers. The hotel, Italian Renaissance in architectural design, opened in 1924 as The Olympic. The beautifully restored 450-room hotel blends classic ambience and Italian renaissance architecture with state-of-the-art amenities. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The air-conditioned hotel offers complimentary wireless Internet access in the lobby and Terrace Lounge café, antiques and original art in guest rooms and public areas, the Terrace-Piano bar, as well as complimentary hot coffee and tea in the lobby. The lobby also provides a 24-hour reception and check-out service, lift access and a hotel safe. Guests can dine in the hotel's excellent restaurant and take advantage of both room and laundry services. There are also conference facilties for those travelling on business and a hotel garage where those arriving by car may leave their vehicle. This hotel participates "Green Partnerhip Program".

This luxurious hotel is located in the heart of downtown Seattle, mere footsteps away from Pike Place Market, Seattle waterfront and the Space Needle.

The Georgian Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea daily. Shuckers - Oyster bar features fresh and flavourful Northwest seafood, local artisan microbrews and warm and friendly service in a pub-style setting. 24-hour in-room dining is available.