Located in Downtown Seattle, this condo is within a 5-minute walk of Seattle Convention Center Arch Building and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Pike Place Market. The condo includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Seattle Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Seattle Convention Center Arch Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Paramount Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
Pike Place Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Seattle Waterfront - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
King Street Station - 8 min drive
Westlake Station - 9 min walk
Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Monorail Espresso - 4 min walk
Bombo Italian Kitchen - 5 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Dough Zone - 4 min walk
Piroshky Piroshky - 5 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle
The Heart of Seattle
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Welcome to our charming vintage Condo located next to the Convention Center in the heart of Seattle! This Condo combines modern comforts with historical character. If you’re looking for a unique experience in Seattle and appreciate the charm of older buildings, this is the perfect spot for you.
An ideal home base for business travelers and leisure visitors alike, this 12th-floor condo sits at the meeting point of Capitol Hill and downtown Seattle within walking distance to the Convention Center, easy access to I-5, Swedish Hospital, and countless restaurants, boutiques, and theaters. The condo itself is bright and comfortable, with east-facing city views and contemporary furnishings. There's a convenient desk workspace as you walk through the front door, as well as a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and a pass-through window to the living room. You can watch Netflix as you cook, or wait to kick back on the sofa after serving dinner at the dining room table for four. Additional amenities include free WiFi, another desk workspace in the bedroom, a game room in the building (available upon request to the concierge), and a shared roof deck with views of downtown, Elliott Bay, Lake Union, and the Fourth of July fireworks.
Please note: Due to the historic nature of this building, you may encounter sounds and smells typical of older structures. The Elektra building features a boiler heating system typical of older buildings. While it provides warmth during your stay, you may experience some noise as it operates. These sounds are simply part of its story!
Things to Know In order to operate vacation rentals within this residential building, Elektra Condos require personal check-in service, which will be arranged with our Greeter within 24-48 hrs prior to your arrival. Full kitchen AC in the living room, in the warmer months only Coin-operated laundry on the second floor The electric fireplace is purely decorative and not for guest use
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle. This rental is located on floor 12.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 602 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-21-000206
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
60987
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this condo?
This condo is situated in Downtown Seattle within a short 12-minute walk of Pike Place Market and also 15 minutes on foot from Seattle Waterfront. You'll also find Seattle Aquarium and Amazon Corporate Headquarters less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this condo adjacent to a casino?
No, this condo is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this condo?
No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.
Is Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this condo will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as concierge services.
Are there hot tubs at Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this condo.
Does this condo include breakfast service?
No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.
Are there connecting rooms at Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this condo.
What is the closest airport to this condo?
The closest major airport to this condo is Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base), which is 2.1 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field), which is located 6.8 mi away (17-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle?
Yes, every condo at Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle comes with a patio.
Charming Vintage Condo with Character in Heart of Seattle Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 44 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 44 reviews
8 - Good
15
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 44 reviews
6 - Okay
7
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 44 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews
2 - Terrible
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Jazmine H.
Apr 3, 2026
Parking spot was really good, the only problem I had was the smell of the unit. Couldn’t tell if it was the trash 12ft below us or the one on the unit. Other than that it was fantastic.
Jazmine H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
4/10 Poor
Alex B.
Feb 25, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
I was left out on the street my first night. They informed me someone would meet me at the door and no one ever did, despite clear communicate and repeated phone calls on my end. I waited for over 1 hour, then had to go get a hotel room for the night.Other than that, the room was fine. All was as expected.
Alex B.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Chilynn R.
Feb 17, 2026
Nice place to stay and a convenient walk to a lot of destinations.
Chilynn R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas C.
Feb 9, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The place was nice. Close to the Convention Center. The parking spot made this a clear winner in downtown Seattle. The room is next to the elevator which was super convenient to get in and out of the building easily. Would definitely stay again.
Nicholas C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Shirley D. H.
Dec 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Having a place to park the car is the biggest amenity
Shirley D. H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Mary C.
Nov 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This is an excellent location, you really can’t beat it if you are going to see a show or wanting a walkable spot. The apartment however left a little to be desired. The bathroom has no fan in it, there is no frame for the bed and some of the pull out sofa bedding was dirty when we arrived. It lacks comfort items like a working overhead light and fan in the main bedroom and the router for the internet was just flung on the floor. The router was also unplugged when we got there so we spent sometime trouble shooting that before we realized. Overall it was an okay place to stay, the kitchen was nice and the location was excellent. The hosts were good at communicating but I would say, you get what you pay for with this property.
Mary C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen G.
Oct 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy to park the car and walk to our destinations.
Karen G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Jay N.
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was an ideal spot for our stay in Seattle. Absolutely perfect location, an easy walk to everything. Beautiful condo with nice amenities; I especially appreciate the roof access and included parking spot, two items that can be hard to find!
Jay N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
2/10 Terrible
Catherine F.
Aug 19, 2025
We left after one night because in the dining room/living room, there is a window that’s propped open by an air conditioner tube. The apartment is on the 12th floor and it’s impossible to lock this window. To make matters worse, the window is very close to the chairs at the dining room table. We have a two year old who likes to climb and it would have been no problem for her to climb on the chair, open the window and scramble out. It’s extremely unsafe for young children.
Catherine F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Deepti
Jul 6, 2025
Deepti
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jhenn D.
May 19, 2025
Jhenn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Curtis G.
Oct 1, 2024
Mixed review
Wifi password and user name given was incorrect. We checked on the modem for correct one. Water leak sensor went off and we had to deal with it ourselves as the property manager was unavailable. No leak but battery dying. Property looks somewhat beat up and neglected although mostly clean. Stains on upholstery and blankets. Hardly any towels. Felt secure and great location just off pike street; fairly easy walk to main areas.
Curtis G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Toni R., Yellowknife NT Canada
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Location was perfect. Attending conference and we were literally 2 minutes from the front door. Close to Pikes Market, downtown, Capital Hill. The building is clearly dated but our unit was renovated, very clean*, and well equipped for a short stay. * About the bathroom, it needs deeper cleaning and the mold issue around the tub absolutely needs to be addressed.
Toni R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
karyn f.
Jul 18, 2024
Family weekend away
Perfect location
Nice portable AC unit in family room
Plenty of kitchen amenities
Broken blinds need to be replaced
Kitchen shower curtain bar coming out of wall
Bedroom was hot
No internet or TV, was attempted to be fixed but did not work out entire stay (we were told we would get a discount but I have yet to see it).
karyn f.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
Jul 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place close to Seattle's tourist spots
We enjoyed our 3 nights in this condo. Nice big bed in the single bedroom. Pull-out sofa bed worked well for the kids. Kitchen and dining area were nice. We appreciated the building security (need code for the main entrance, and a fob to get in from the back parking lot we used).
Communication with our check-in guy was good; only issue is he had to check in somebody else first, so we had a little wait. While we did get the code to enter the building in advance, we had to wait for the physical keys to our unit. I also wish they would give exact parking instructions prior to arrival, considering it's a big city; we parked a few blocks away on the street, then luckily were able to walk in and get parking info from the building desk attendant before meeting with our check-in guy. Our parking space was in a small back lot that you need yet another code to drive into. The door for one of the building's 3 elevators also happens to be right outside the unit, which was nice.
Michael C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adriana S.
Jun 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, kind hostess, nice home
Our stay at Simon’s place was amazing. He was very accommodating, letting us check in a couple hours earlier upon communication. Simon gave us a tour of the apartment building (the rooftop is a must-see). Simon also gave us a list of cool recommendations for the city! The home is fully stocked and overall, a nice place to stay. The location is perfect. The safety is good. Overall, I would recommend staying here! Thanks for the great stay, Simon!
Adriana S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Olivia S.
Jun 18, 2024
Room for Improvement
We contacted customer support day off because we had not heard from the greeter. The email said we would hear from them 1-2 days prior to arrival. Customer service said we already had all the info we needed, which we knew wasn’t true. The greeter contacted us 2 hours prior to check-in. Upon arrival, our off street parking spot was taken and the greeter said it would get resolved within a few hours, but we would have to pay for parking until then. One of our reasons for choosing this place was for the off street parking. There was no offer to pay for our street parking until it was resolved. I did not hear an update within a few hours so I had to reach out to the greeter again. Finally the car did move late at night. There were also no sheets for the pull out couch which we needed. I contacted the greeter in the evening and he said he’d try to get us some sheets. We woke up to him pounding at the door at 12:20 am with no communication prior that he’d be coming by. The place wasn’t the cleanest but ok. The dishwasher hadn’t been unloaded and the WiFi wasn’t even plugged in. After all of this was resolved it was an ok stay, just a rough start. Location was good - walking distance to just about anything which was great!
We loved the location.
The unit was great and communicating with the manager was easy.
Our only negative was the freezer made a loud noise nearly the whole time and the toilet water ran.
Definitely 8/10. We would go back anytime.
Tina
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen O.
Sep 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
It’s a great location if you are planning to do the tourist stuff. Easy access to public transportation and great walking distance from everything. Highly recommend!!
Karen O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Biniyam Y.
Jun 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location & view.
Had a great stay with easy walking.
Biniyam Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
RedAux P.
Mar 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Excellent location with good amenities in Seattle!
RedAux P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
4/10 Poor
Noelle D.
Sep 12, 2022
Terrible don't stay here
Ceilings in the living room and bedroom had issues with their lights,they didn't work nor did the ceiling fan work. Water damage above the fire place. The black chair in the photo is damage and torn to shreds not usable.
Noelle D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
sergio m.
Aug 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Check in process needs to be modified
Very good location, parking spot is very convenient.
Vacasa needs to negotiate with building administration to facilitate check in process for new guests. Few minor maintenance issues: toilet flush, air conditioning, batteries of remote controllers
sergio m.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Teri S.
Apr 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient to convention center
This is a renovated apartment within an older building. The unit shows some wear, even in its renovated state, but had everything I needed. One issue came up and was dealt with quickly by the management company.
Teri S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Nyla K., Kansas City, MO
Apr 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
Everything was as advertised in photos, however the check-in process isn't normal. I had to meet with someone to get the keys instead of getting keys in a lockbox. This is the first property where I had to meet with someone. Otherwise the location is perfect to everything that you need and want to do in caphill. Walking to Space Needle was about 20-25 minutes. Would stay here again.