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Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel in Olympia with free parking

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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621 Capitol Way South, Olympia, WA, 98501
  • Washington State Capitol
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Hands On Children's Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Olympia Farmers Market
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floors)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Top Floors)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 396 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Olympia

Located in Downtown Olympia, Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Capitol Lake and State Theater. Each of the 123 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

What's nearby

  • Percival Landing - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Washington State Capitol - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hands On Children's Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Olympia Farmers Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Olympia-Lacey Station - 20 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McMenamins Spar Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Three Magnets Brewing Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪4th Ave Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Asahi Sushi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nou Thai Street Food - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

Lakefront hotel in Olympia with free parking
Guests of Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and coffee in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include an ATM, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 1 2025 to September 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Governor Hotel
Governor Hotel Olympia
Governor Olympia
Hotel Governor
Governor Coast Hotel Olympia
Governor Coast Hotel
Governor Coast Olympia
Governor Coast
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Hotel
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Olympia
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Olympia, just steps from State Theater, and within a 10-minute walk of Percival Landing and Capitol Lake. You'll also find Washington State Capitol and Hands On Children's Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel include a casino?

No, Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

At this lakeside hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like concierge services plus some guestrooms include pillowtop mattresses and minibars.

Are there hot tubs at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 200 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 194 out of 1010 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price, I guess you get what you get. There were several people wandering the hallway that looked like they were down on their luck, one asked me for money for the vending machine. Additionally, it was a hot day, and the air conditioning was not working--they offered a fan, which was helpful. If the priced dropped another $25 for this location, I would not hold it to this higher standard of hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo, Metairie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall the stay was good. The temperature was decent and we were able to sleep. The breakfast was good for a hotel downtown.This is a pretty good hotel just needs a little TLC. It could be what it once was. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ara

Business traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodha

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pam

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely hot since the air conditioner didn't work. Luckily the sliding glass door opened. Asked for extra towels and was told they didn't have any. The telephone in the room doesn't work. The tub drain is very slow. Water up to ankles during shower.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Issaquah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Met our needs and expectations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherry

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not at all what description states. Paint was peeling off the walls. Very old pictures broken and falling off.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

jocelyn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marquies

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed had bugs, the linen was stained, the room only provided 1 bath towel, 1 hand towel, 1 washcloth and when went to the front desk the worker said they were out. I notified the manager of the inconvenience at check out and she was very sorry a.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Staff & service

The stay

My stay was ok only because of my company as far as service the staff was excellent except my room had drugs on the safe
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Schylar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NOT A 3 STAR

Listed as a 3 star. It would be a stretch to call it a 2 star. Peeling paint, even in the shower that was apparently painted. Carpet pulling up. Missing ceiling tiles in common areas. Chairs in rooms dated and worn. The have an old copy of a list of what you will pay for missing/damaged towels, etc. 3 wtar hotels dont do that. Water temp vacillated between scalding and freezing. without touching the faucet knob. Looks like Red Lion recently acquired. Normally their properties are nice. Hopefully this one is improved. Staff was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shane, Omaha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was in disrepair and cleanliness was terrible.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Julia

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I knew from the mixed reviews and the price more or less what I was getting into. Location is amazing, a teensy bit sketchy but I did not feel like I was in danger . Wonderful park across the street, and Percival landing behind. The property is very run down, peeling paint in showers and bathrooms, cracks in the walls, water-damaged or broken ceiling panels. All the doors to the building were unavailable except the front , so if you park in the back you have to walk around. That being said you can park down below and come up the elevator which is easier. Breakfast was ok, not great, no orange juice the 2nd day, and I’d get your coffee elsewhere . That being said, the staff and their helpfulness and responsiveness were great. I didn’t like my first room and they switched it right away to a much better room, they gave me a box fan for my second night as there is no a/c at the moment. Would I stay here again? Yes, as long as I’m not going for vacation or a luxurious experience. It suited my needs for this trip.
Perhaps a new coat of paint, or new tubs are in order?
Inside of bathroom door
Perhaps refresh the prints? As an artist I noticed this right away!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Adriana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is perfect . But honestly, I didn’t expect to get into a hotel that would be crying so loud for an update and remodel . The bathtub was peeling out, there was mold in the corner of the tub wall and ceiling . The bath towels are small and very thin . No bath rug. The staff is very nice but I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to anyone until the go through a serious renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denice

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Holly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely hot and no A/C. Very loud with the train right next to the property. It is in bad shape and very outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Megan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hot no sleep night

Ac didn’t work, very hot hot room. We had to sleep with screen door open which had no screen and wasn’t child safe. That means one parent had to stay awake all night to make sure the kids didn’t fall out the window. It is unkempt, old. Hair on pillows and in tub, spiders in tub. Bathtub is cracked and peeling. Carpet has a big rip. Outlet covers are broken and don’t cover the wires.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Janine

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very old and showing a lot of wear . Holes in the walls and the desk chair has a big hole and it’s broken. We didn’t have towels for two people. Didn’t feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denice

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly people.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Olga

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Red Lion Governor’s Hotel way past due remodeling

We planned to stay at this hotel for a week, but had to check out the next day because of numerous issues. No air conditioners and heat in mid April, not only in our room, which was above 80 degrees, but the whole hotel, except for lobby and the elevator. On top of that, the light bulb in bathroom was the heating bulb. There’s no way to air the room, because the huge sliding door only opens with a lot of effort for 3 in and without the mosquito screen. Rooms are more neglected than shabby with torn comforters, dirty bedding, peeling wall and ceiling plaster, cobwebs etc. Homeless people wondering about.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the worse hotel I have ever stayed in. NO AC, it smells, shower tub was chipped in so many places and after a quick shower, the water didn't want to drain. The most annoying part is that the staff is fully aware the AC is not working and trying to play it off stating that eventually the AC will kick in but in the meantime here's a fan. Just an awful place to stay..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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