Seattle, WA.

Hotel Monaco

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The Hotel Monaco, in Seattle, is a 3-and-one-half star luxury b&b that caters to business travelers, has historical color, and features great views. The b&b caters to a hip crowd, can, on request, provide baby sitting, was recently renovated, is situated in the "downtown" area, and provides free parking, an airport shuttle, and internet access. Those who recommend it say it's perfect for "business". Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "great". Guests found the service "excellent". What travelers said they loved: "the view", "the service", and "the room". The hotel is recommended by Gayot.com (it's on their Top 10 list for Business Hotels) and seasoned travelers, who rate it 4-and-one-half stars. it made the prestigious T L "Top 500" list. The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Marco's Supperclub , Earth And Ocean , and Restaurant Zo� . Also nearby: Pacific Science Center , Washington Park Arboretum , and Experience Music Project (EMP) . Other local places to consider are Inn at the Market and Alexis Hotel.

Expert Reviews of Hotel Monaco

Gayot

This hotel is anything but drab. Bright yellows, reds and blues dominate in the guest rooms, meeting rooms and lobby, the latter of which has dolphins painted on its ceiling. The inn is within walking distance...
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User Reviews of Hotel Monaco

Yelp.com Review - by Jen B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I didn't stay here, but made reservations through Kimpton & spoke with a Heather. She was the most helpful, thoughtful and thorough person. It was a pleasure to get great customer service. She wanted...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by David K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one silly place - circus-striped rooms, leopard-patterned bathrobes, goldfish waiting for you as you exit the elevator. But the staff is super-friendly (thanks for upgrading us to a suite!)...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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Excellent ! This hotel made my husbands 40 th very special..

I wanted to find a special hotel to bring my husband for his 40th birthday. A great downtown location so that we could walk to all of the important sites that we would wanted to take in. I came across Hotel...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Last minute trip to Seattle -- emergency trip with less than 24 hours advance notice. Where to stay?The Hotel Monaco saved us, and were very accommodating. We needed three rooms (us, my wife's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jim R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Im a flight attendant and this hotel stood out as one of the best Ive been to because of its quality design details without serious stuffiness, its very whimsical and playful and gave me a happy...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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Excellent by Ashley K. at InsiderPages

This is one of my favorite places to stay in Seattle. The rooms are beautiful and the decor is so nice. They are always friendly and professional. I have booked clients here to rave reviews. I love this place!
citysearch.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Josh R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Very nice and welcome front desk staff, cool building, good rooms, beds were a little sparse but I slept well. Burger from room service was good, prices not too bad. Very close to a Starbucks, which...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Cyrielle B.

2.0 of 5 stars. A nice hotel, but we had a little bit of a struggle getting our champagne that accompanied our honeymoon package. After drinking enough at our wedding we decided to wait till morning to order our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Les V.

3.0 of 5 stars. Hotel Monaco was okay. It was nothing extraordinary. I like how the rooms had umbrellas for you to use. They were also offering free drinks downstairs for their guests when we were there. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Seanna S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love hotel Monaco! The staff were all super helpful and nice. We got a sweet deal on their website. The rooms were very clean, very quiet. Great location. Close to Pike Market and all the shopping....
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by elaine t.

5.0 of 5 stars. The boy and I enjoyed a wonderful getaway to Seattle this past weekend. Just a short two hour flight from San Francisco and there we were- two states north. I gotta say that we could not have picked a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Troy H.

2.0 of 5 stars. I am generally a Kimpton hotel fan, but you can do much better by staying at the W across the street. Sorry Kimpton!
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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Outstanding by Dan B. at InsiderPages

Hotel was in a really good location. The staff was very friendly. Use the valet at the hotel. You'll end up paying just as much to park it in a parking garage that is further away. We didn't eat at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrea G.

4.0 of 5 stars. We stayed here for 8 nights. We had a quiet room on the third floor, facing the library. Wonderful location, within walking distance of Pioneer Square shopping, the Pike market and the Washington...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by D L.

4.0 of 5 stars. My son really enjoyed having Paul (the goldfish) there. Our room was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. No major complains. Location close to everything.
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lexi B.

2.0 of 5 stars. I've been duped. Completely had. And never, ever will I let anyone suffer the fate of staying at the Hotel Monaco.One day, 2.5 weeks ago, I was coordinating a hotel stay for my colleagues in Seattle....
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shawna S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Friendly staff, great location, clean building. Ive heard you get the option of having a goldfish in your room to keep you company, but they didnt ask me if i would like one upon check-in. Stepping...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda N.

5.0 of 5 stars. The first time i was here, I crashed with some friends in some variation of the Monte Carlo Suite. Lots of red. Red striped walls, red furniture, a seating area partitioned from the bed with red...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric M.

5.0 of 5 stars. As a Kimpton groupie, I love pretty much all their hotels (though the service at the Prescott in SF recently was mediocre...plus, that hotel is nigh nearing serious need of a renovation). My wife and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennilee B.

5.0 of 5 stars. For 2 of my mini in-Seattle vacays I've stayed here, and both times I've fallen in love with this hotel. The Kimpton Hotel chain has impeccable taste with decor, and they definitely did not skimp on...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Holly B.

4.0 of 5 stars. The main reason I'd stay at the Monaco again would be easy access to the public library (which is amazing! why can't every city have a library like this?) Also if you're wanting to sport a leopard...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert P.

4.0 of 5 stars. We were very pleased during our recent visit at the Hotel Monaco. We booked our stay though the "Not your average cup of Joe" package with Travelocity. This hotel is centrally located on 4th....
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rada I.

3.0 of 5 stars. Nice hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown. Contrary to the other yelp reviews, our room, even though it was on the top floor, was pretty small. I definitely enjoyed the Parisian decor and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Except for the folks down the hall apparently there for the ganja convention, at least doing their best to smoke Seattle free. Seriously, I would have failed a drug screen by walking down that hall....
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana L.

5.0 of 5 stars. 1997. Afghan Whigs after party. Bourbon. Lots of stripes. That's all I got.
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Kind of trendy, well located hotel. Very friendly staff... drama in the room decor - check it out and see if you will dig it. I think it's funky and unique and a nice change from the big chains....
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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HOTT STUFF! Cozy, romantic, friendly staff

We have stayed at this hotel a couple of times and have had an excellent experience on each visit. The location is ideal for walking to our favorite restaurants and nightlife [ Wild Ginger, Purple,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ellis B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Boutique hotel in Dowtown Seattle on the corner of Spring and 4th.My friend and I stayed here for the weekend and after about three hours our plumbing had clogged. We called in maintenance and within...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Robyn d.

5.0 of 5 stars. Staying here was one of the best parts of my trip to Seattle. I found a discount rate on their site (Pigs on Parade Celebration - 10% off), and opted for the Mediterranean Suite. The room was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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I expect a lot more for $330 a night!!!

I made the mistake of booking an engagement celebration trip at the last minute. Hotel Monaco came highly recommended, but here are my thoughts. The Seattle hotel industry is made up of young and inexperienced...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ross R.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's a Kimpton, so you know you can't go wrong. Good folks, good place. Dog friendly (although they could improve a bit, when I asked where I could take my dog for a potty break, they just sort of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Gene D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Yeah Yeah, it's a Kimpton Hotel. It's lavish, whimsical, fun, and Sauzerac is The Spot. What makes it the best to me are its door people!These are the coolest guys in town. Treat them well and your...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rod S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Cute Boutique Hotel with Large RoomsI loved this hotel from the second I walked in. The staff was very pleasant and always greeted you with a smile when youwalked in anad out of the hotel. This is a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Fern D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Very nice Kimpton property in a good location. We had a large room with 2 queen beds on the 11th floor. Loved it! The doormen, front desk staff and room service staff were all very friendly, helpful...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Maureen W.

5.0 of 5 stars. When I was a frequent business traveler, I would have to go to Seattle a couple times a year. Time after time, I chose the Monaco. I have to say that the Monaco chain has done things right. *Great...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by S L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went to Seattle for the first time and stayed at this hotel as I had a business conference to attend. The room was well appointed and very comfortable. Located in the heart of Downtown Seattle made...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by mahi m.

5.0 of 5 stars. Well, this is my first "thanks, Yelp!" moment. I was visiting lovely Seattle, planning to stay with a friend who called last minute to say he had one of those nasty colds that meant we probably...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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Home away from home that accomodates your pooch too!

We stayed here for Christmas with our family and two dogs. For a pet friendly hotel, you would never know it from the cleanliness and beautifully appointed rooms, lobby and hotel. The suite we had was...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carrie H.

5.0 of 5 stars. AWESOME!Hubby and I stayed here our wedding night - absolutely the best nights sleep I've ever gotten. Doesn't help that room service is from Sazerac down stairs!! Who ever thinks of fine dining...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Perci N.

5.0 of 5 stars. I do a lot of traveling for work, and the Monaco Seattle's probably the best hotel I've ever stayed at, within the $200-$400 a night price range.The boutique hotel is centrally located in Downtown...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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Fabulous!

I've traveled quite a bit and tend to be picky about hotels, but this place was great. I LOVE the decor, although I can see how others with different tastes would think otherwise. The room was quite cozy and I...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaime S.

5.0 of 5 stars. OK...LOVE THIS HOTEL! The Aveda products...the robes....the TV. ...THE FREAKIN GOLDFISH TO KEEP ME COMPANY....loved it! Oh...and the happy hour complimentry beer & wine. FABULOUS...You can drink and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2007
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Goregous lobby, comfy, cozy bedroom & I love the Leopard print!!!

My boyfriend & I decided to spend our 6 year anniversary at Hotel Monaco. We have a two year old so a night away is extremely rare and MUCH NEEDED!!! We arrived at the hotel, and waaa laaa, we found parking...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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HATE THE DECOR

I was not impressed by the this particular hotel. It was incredibly over priced and the decor was horrendous. Parking was expensive and there was no breakfast buffet. I would NOT recommend this hotel if you on...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/18/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by sarah C.

5.0 of 5 stars. My stay here was absolutely perfect. The staff was very courteous and helpful. The location, right downtown and across from the stunning Rem Koolhaas designed library, cannot be beat. My room actually...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by katharine s.

5.0 of 5 stars. Really nice but not so nice that I felt like I shouldn't be leaving my towels on the floor. I spent a lot of time in this hotel room making a dent in the mini bar (whoops!), and I kind of never wanted...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2006
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A little different and a lot of fun

We loved Hotel Monaco! The hotel is very unique, every room is decorated in wonderful rich colors of...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/08/2006
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Fun upscale hotel

The Hotel Monaco is so bright and fun! I love the bold colors and the funky decor. If you can swin...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/05/2006
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sleep with the fishes

we got to spend a nite at a suite in the hotel monaco and lemme tell you, this place is money. i've...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/15/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by jenny w.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love dogs are allowed. you can also get a doggies upgrade with a bed and leash and doggie bag. There are gold fish for petless in Seattle peeps. They have even had doggie fashion shows and dinners...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by megan d.

4.0 of 5 stars. a nice modern hotel much more homey than the w....who new modernism and homey could work...but it can with fish tanks and free booze. god bless this place they do good work. the customer service is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great hotel. Bed is so comfortable. Great location across from public libe. Awesome.
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Rick L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Tiffany T. is so right - plush, luxurious, and best of all Aveda products.. I had a little fun here recently and let me say .. the beds are very comfortable. Within walking distance to eateries,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Chloe H.

5.0 of 5 stars. My mom stayed here when she visited me in the city, and I'd recommend it to anyone coming to town for a spell, that has a few bucks to plunk down. The Monaco is totally comfy and cute...they have...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason D.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is where we stay every time we are in Seattle. I have only had one negative experience here, and the hotel sent me free weekend get-away package to make up for it. The nightly free happy hour is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindsay G.

5.0 of 5 stars. I took a little mini-vacation here with my dog, and BOTH of us were treated like royalty! They had a special room-service menu JUST FOR my puppy and the rooms were immaculate. I love this hotel and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2005
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Great Stay!

This place is very clean, sylish, and has some of the most comfortable beds in the industry. It's close to everything and has a great restaurant/bar in Sazerac. I would highly recommend Hotel Monaco to anyone...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2005
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Happy Traveler

The Monaco staff was amazing and the Hotel was beautiful. Every request we had was taken care of promptly and the front desk staff even remembered our name when we checked out. Our pet goldfish also kept us...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2003
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An ok place

After a recent weekend stay at the Hotel Monaco, the room was very spacious even though the wall paper was awful. The leopard bathrobes were something out of the Flintstones. We had a lovely view of an alley...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/13/2003
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Nice stay, with baby

We (two adults, one nine month old) stayed at the Hotel Monaco. They provided a very nice crib for the baby including blankets and crib bumper. We had forgotten to bring dish soap to wash the bottles out, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2003
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Nice stay, with baby

We (two adults, one nine month old) stayed at the Hotel Monaco. They provided a very nice crib for the baby including blankets and crib bumper. We had forgotten to bring dish soap to wash the bottles out, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2003
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Comfortable and hip with great service

I stayed at the Hotel Monaco Seattle for almost a week. I found the staff very attentive and responsive. The rooms are very nicely appointed with nice linens, thick towels, free high speed internet access and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2002
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Unique and Friendly Hotel

The Monaco is the most refreshing, stylish, modern Hotel, with creative and innovative interior design, lovely rooms, terrific staff, and the most convenient possible location from which to visit Seattle!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2002
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If Jacuzzi's are your thing...

Then the Monaco is your best bet. The rooms are great for a little romantic get away. They have Jacuzzi suites that are built for two, and they are about 3 feet deep. They offer special packages for those who...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2002
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Top Notch

I stay at Monaco hotels whenever I am travelling in cities that have one. The Seattle one -- most are the same -- is hip and colorful. The rooms are moderately sized and well appointed. The staff is...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2002
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TripAdvisor

There's nothing I would change about our experience at the Hotel Monaco. We stayed for 5 nights and the...
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Yahoo! Travel

We stayed in the Mediterranean Suite of the hotel and loved it! The only thing that could be better is a good view out of the window instead of the view of a building wall. But that's a trivial...
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TripAdvisor

Wow!! Hotel Monaco was simply amazing! I was trying to organise weekend trip to Seattle with my girlfriend,...
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Travelocity

The Hotel Monaco Seattle offers luxury boutique accommodations in traditional Kimpton Hotel Group style. The hotel is located near historic Pioneer Square, the Washington State Convention and Trade Center,...
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TripAdvisor

I have stayed at other Kimpton properties in Chicago and San Francisco. The Hotel Monaco is the best...
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TripAdvisor

Last year I stayed at the Fairmont Olympic in Seattle; the Monaco gets close. Whereas the Fairmont is...
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wGuides.com

In 1997, $29 million went into the renovation of this 11-story building, transforming a Pacific Northwest Bell switching facility into a luxurious boutique-style hotel. The 189 rooms, including 45 suites, have...
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Yahoo! Travel

"Find comprehensive hotel information including descriptions, rates & availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for Hotel Monaco Seattle in Seattle, Washington. Check the weather, and locate...
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Fodor's

Goldfish in your room are among the fun touches at this luxury hotel in a former office building in the heart of the Financial District. The light and whimsical lobby has high ceilings and hand-painted...
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Yahoo! Travel

The Hotel Monaco consistently exceeds expectations in quality, service and comfort. The rooms are spacious and the decor French-eclectic inspired. Be sure to ask for a goldfish to be placed in your...
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TripAdvisor

we just stayed at the monaco while seeing red sox games. front desk staff was super, and our room on...
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Hotels.com

Hotel Description . Creatively Meditarranean The Beautiful 11 Story 189 Room Hotel Monaco Has Been Acclaimed As One Of The Worlds Hippest Hotels By In style Magazine. Located Within Walking Distance To The...
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New York Times

Goldfish in your room are among the fun touches at this luxury hotel in a former office building in the heart of the Financial District. The light and whimsical lobby has high ceilings and hand-painted...
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TripAdvisor

The Hotel Monaco is centrally located and provides excellent service. I recently stayed there from 4/23-5/1....
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Yahoo! Travel

A fun hotel, playful decor, great service, wonderful location. Be sure to request the free goldfish in your room!!!
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TripAdvisor

If you like your hotel room expertly decorated with a touch of cottage-style whimsy and containing every...
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eLUXURY

A $29 million renovation transformed a former Pacific Northwest Bell switching center into the Hotel Monaco Seattle. Cheryl Rowley decorated the 189 guest rooms in two color schemes: crimson, ochre, and...
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TripAdvisor

We just returned from four nights at the Hotel Monaco Seattle and absolutely loved it. The room was...
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Travelocity

Generally an excellent hotel. Unusually courteous and helpful staff. Distinctive, pleasant rooms and decor throuthout. Major complaint: exorbitant food prices. Even a business expense account chokes on $12.50...
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TripAdvisor

Stayed here for my girlfriend's birthday over a weekend in June. While the rooms were on the smallish...
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