"Why did this hotel catch your attention?With 1,260 guests rooms, Hyatt Regency Seattle is the largest hotel in the Pacific Northwest, and you feel the vastness from the moment you step through the glass entrance. In the lobby, a modern chandelier made from hundreds of skinny pendant lamps warmly lights the sleek space, where impeccably dressed staffers greet guests quickly and politely. What's the backstory?Built in 2018, this grand hotel signals Seattle’s rising status as a tier-one tech town. Beyond offering ample and luxurious lodging just two blocks from the Seattle Convention Center (and even closer to “The Summit,” a forthcoming convention center set to open in 2022), it’s also home to more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and is destined to become a top wedding spot for deep-pocketed Seattle families. Tell us what we need to know about the rooms.Hyatt loyalists will find few surprises in the rooms, and that’s just the way they like it. The crisp white sheets, relaxing rain showers, fluffy white towels, and other little luxuries add up to a satisfying stay. Is there a charge for Wi-Fi?Free and fast. Drinking and dining—what are we looking at?Travelers with time and energy should skip the two onsite restaurants and walk 10 minutes to Pike Place Market, home to excellent dining options, including Matt’s in the Market, Sushi Kashiba, and Le Pichet. Road warriors in a hurry though, will find ready use for Market, Hyatt’s upscale grab-and-go concept offering beer, wine, snacks like pizza and salads, and espresso drinks. How was the service?Professional, prompt, and friendly service here meets the standard you'd expect from the Hyatt. What type of travelers will you find here?Busy business travelers buried in their smartphones share lobby space with well-dressed tourists enjoying the upscale setting and proximity to Seattle's key sites. What about the neighborhood? Does the hotel fit in?All glimmering glass, the hotel adds welcome glamour to a businessy stretch of downtown Seattle. Any other hotel features worth noting?The hotel includes subtle eco-friendly touches like large-format toiletries to reduce plastic waste and an efficient laundry system to save water and energy. In 2019, it received LEED gold certification. Bottom line: Who will most like staying here?Travelers looking for a sophisticated lodging with few surprises will find the Hyatt Regency a perfect perch for exploring Seattle." - Jessica Voelker
