Seattle hotels

Palihotel, a trendy Los Angeles brand, brings a sense of comfortable cool to Seattle, forgoing some classic hotel features (like a gym) in favor of usable common spaces and bunk rooms that fit the whole family.

The prime location, just across the street from the Pike Place Market, makes for a short walk to the kid-friendly sites along the waterfront, such as the aquarium and Great Wheel.

The Seattle location of this swanky chain comes with a location convenient to the Downtown attractions. Suites and large rooms with options for extra beds or cribs help keep the family together, and the outdoor pool helps keep kids entertained.

The hotel aims to have child-size versions of every amenity, including a “children’s welcome” that makes kids feel special on arrival, and kid-friendly options on the restaurant and spa menus.

Part of Hyatt’s upscale brand, The Thompson’s offers sleek service. Digital check-in and a 24-hour gym make sure no time is wasted, while the floor-to-ceiling windows looking out onto First Avenue will give you a taste of the city.

While the central location makes it easy to pop down to the Pike Place Market for a meal, the creative restaurant and rooftop cocktail bar more than suffice in their own right.