Hotel Overview
Classic Hotel!
Great staff! Great Food! Quiet lovely room!quality fitness facility!
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Bend Traveler
- Oct 1, 2011
Just what I needed
I needed a little pampering for my body and soul. The Sorrento did not disappoint. The beautifully...
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WearyTraveler
- Sep 19, 2011
Iconic vintage hotel in historic First Street neighborhood
Built in 1909, the Sorrento Hotel remains Seattle’s oldest boutique hotel. Its current owners restored the property in the 1980s, and kept much of its original charm. The Sorrento Hotel’s Fireside Room features the original mahogany paneling and fireplace, making it a favorite spot for cocktails in Seattle. Service is attentive. The hotel boasts a ratio of 1.3 staffers for every guest, which helped it earn AAA’s 4 diamond award.Sorrento Hotel Rooms
- Junior Suite
- Junior suites are studio suites and feature one King bed. All junior suites feature bathrooms in Italian Marble, desk and chair, full length mirror, sitting area with sofa or love seat and coffee table. Sitting area is not partitioned from sleeping area, but designed in a studio type setting. This non-smoking room featuring air conditioning, premium TV channel(s), cable/satellite TV, CD player, Multi-line phone, fax machine complimentary newspaper, voice mail, internet access - wireless, desk, designer toiletries, premium bedding, windows that open,turndown service, minibar, hypo-allergenic bedding available, bathrobes, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, coffee/tea maker, clock radio, climate control,wake-up calls, housekeeping, extra towels, linens, bedding.
- Sorrento Suite
- Sorrento suites are a one bedroom suite and feature one queen bed. All Sorrento suites feature bathrooms in Italian marble, desk and chair full length mirror, sitting area with sofa or love seat partitioned off from sleeping area by French doors. This non-smoking room features air conditioning, premium TV channels cable/satellite TV, CD player, Multi-line phone, fax machine complimentary newspaper, voice mail, internet access - wireless, desk, designer toiletries, premium bedding, windows that open, turndown service, minibar, hypo-allergenic bedding available, bathrobes, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, coffee/tea maker, clock radio, climate control,wake-up calls, housekeeping, extra towels, linens, bedding.
- Deluxe Room
- Deluxe rooms feature one queen bed. All deluxe rooms feature bathrooms in Italian Marble, desk and chair, full length mirror and sitting chair. This non-smoking room features air conditioning, premium TV channel(s), cable/satellite TV, CD player, Multi-line phone, fax machine complimentary newspaper, voice mail, internet access - wireless, desk, designer toiletries, premium bedding, window opens, turndown service, minibar, hypo-allergenic bedding available, bathrobes, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, coffee/tea maker, clock radio, climate control, wheelchair accessible, wake-up calls, housekeeping, extra towels, linens, bedding.
Hotel Map
900 Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98104
- Area served
- Downtown Seattle
- Nearby airports
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Boeing Field
- Area description
- Merge onto I-5 North. Take Exit 164A. Proceed 1.5 miles to Madison St. Turn right onto Madison St. Drive three blocks up the hill. Turn left onto Terry Ave. The hotel is at the corner of Madison St. and Terry Ave.
Amenities
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Pets allowed
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Wireless Internet
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The hotel offers 6 banquet and meeting rooms, perfect for groups of 5-120 guests with a total of 4,761 square feet/ 442 meters.
Dining
- Fireside Room
- Without question one of the most gorgeous public rooms in the city, the octagonal Fireside Room is the perfect place for quiet chats and light dining by the crackling fire. Original paintings by Morris Graves, plush wingback chairs and couches, gleaming mahogany-paneled walls, and rich tones of russet, ruby, and gold create a warmly inviting ambience. The focal point is the fireplace with its antique tiled pottery mosaic depicting an Italian landscape. The Fireside Room offers light dinners and a formal afternoon tea daily. On Friday and Saturday evenings live entertainment is performed by a featured musician or band. Open from early afternoon until late evening
- Cafe Palma
- During summer months, this Amalfi-inspired Caf offers outdoor seating and a casual menu featuring the season's freshest ingredients.
- Hunt Club Bar
- This long, lean bar with comfortable banquette seating is a fine place to sip a smooth martini. Open nightly.
- The Hunt Club
- This intimate restaurant, among the most acclaimed in Seattle, serves inspired Northwest cuisine with a Mediterranean influence and complemented by an extensive wine list. With deep wood paneling, sensuously flavored foods, and twinkling candlelight at dinnertime, it's no wonder that the Hunt Club is the setting for close to 100 marriage proposals each year. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (77)
Ratings and reviews for Sorrento Hotel
- All travelers (77) 4.1 / 5
- Business (16) 4.1 / 5
- Couples (40) 4.3 / 5
- Families (11) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (2) 3.5 / 5
- Singles (6) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.5
- Location:
- 3.9
- Value:
- 4.2
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bend Traveler
Classic Hotel!
Great staff! Great Food! Quiet lovely room!quality fitness facility!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
WearyTraveler
Just what I needed
I needed a little pampering for my body and soul. The Sorrento did not disappoint. The beautifully appointed room, courteous and accommodating staff, the restaurant with its delicious food which were feasts for the eyes and palate and the gorgeous structure itself were the respite I needed. I also happened to love the rich history of the building itself and appreciated the aesthetic sensibility that has not been tampered with over its long existence. Classics never go out of style. Thank you, Sorrento Hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
The sourdough bread is to die for.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Business Traveler
Acceptable 4 star hotel
The rooms at the hotel are nice enough, however I had a couple of minor issues. First, the A/C at full blast did not really cool my room off much. This wasn't much of an issue as it wasn't very warm during my stay but in the summer months I think this could be an issue. In addition, there is only one older elevator for the entire building which can be a little inconvenient when waiting. Overall the lobby and other common areas are somewhat dated but not bad. The rooms are 4 star but the rest of the hotel is not quite what I would consider 4 stars.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Frequent Traveler
DO NOT STAY HERE!!!!!!
First off...the hotel was nothing that it was portrayed to be in the advertisement! Valet parking was horrible and overpriced only because u are in the downtown area...and the valet just takes your car and parks it on the street anyway!!! Second off...when you walk in the hotel it has this creepy vibe like you're in a haunted hotel...even the room was creepy and had a foul odor...None of the furniture matched in the room either, it had black carpet with a cherry wood desk and a black chest drawer...the fold out sofa looked like they picked it up from a hippy's garage sale...it was all beat up. We didn't even stay there for 1 hour!!! I called [...]and had them cancel the reservation...we ended up being charged for that night even though we stayed there for like 30 minutes...but I would rather lose money for 1 night then stay there miserably for 4 nights...we ended up going to a LaQuinta and that was 10 times better than this place!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 1
Money-saving tip:
In Hotel
GET ANOTHER HOTEL!!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mother's Daughter
Elegant Comfort
We appreciated the attentive staff, always available with advice for getting around in Seattle, including offers of free limo service. Our room was lovely, cozy and comfortable. We will definitely return to the Sorrento.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Rich & Roxy
Lived up to what was promised
We appreciate quality hotels with a historic past. The Sorrento has been very well renovated, and has a very attentive (but properly discreet) staff. The air conditioning could have been better, but there were lots of little touches that most modern hotels don't provide. Some may consider it a bit expensive, but we would definitely consider staying there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
[...]
Fab Hotel[...]
This hotel is fabulous! You couldn't ask for a more accommodating staff or a more comfortable, luxurious room! [...]
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Time-saving tip:
Not Applicable
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Andi
Gorgeous Hotel
The hotel was gorgeous. As a designer, I appreciated the detail in the architecture and the high quality of its finishes. The rooms were just as impressive - with luxury linens, marble tile in the bath, and high end fabrics on the furniture. The dining was spectacular as well. Overall - I loved my stay. The only negative comment I have is: On my departure the front desk and concierge were less than helpful! I was disappointed in their level of interest in doing their job - even though I was leaving. I would not let that stop be from returning - the food and room more than made up for their rude behavior.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
snappy
Charming
Old and a little quirky but nicely maintained. Valet parking included is a nice feature. Very comfortable bed. Have a drink and listen to music in the lobby.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Entertainment tip:
Long walk from hotel
The walk downtown is awesome(!) But requires a good pair of walking shoes and a decent pair of legs because it quite a steep decent and a steep return. We opted to leave our car behind in our spare time because the area is so interesting and we got lucky with perfect warm sunny weather.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
mememe
Nice and comfortable
No fuss, no problem. Went with my 70lb dog and younger sister. When we got to the room, we called hospitality for a dog water bowl and it came promptly. We had the Do Not Disturb sign up for the first day and housekeeping called near the end of the day to make sure we had enough shampoo, etc. Quick and easy checkout, very comfortable bed.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
