"Seattle’s iconic grand dame hotel is all about old-world European glamour. Set in a historic, Italian Renaissance-style building from 1924, the grand staircases and freshly renovated Olympic Bar have preserved all the charm of a bygone era, while still offering plenty of modern amenities (notably, an indoor lap pool and serene spa). That seamless blend of old and new earned the property the top spot on our World’s Best Awards list in 2022, and made the list again in 2023. The 450 elegant rooms and suites are spacious, classic, and superbly comfortable, with blue and gray accents that pull in the moody colors of the skyline." - Sophie Dodd Sophie Dodd Sophie Dodd is a travel, wine and lifestyle writer. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines