"A gleaming, Philippe Starck–designed high-rise that readers voted their favorite Seattle hotel in the 2023 World’s Best Awards, notable for Parisian flair, sculpted armchairs, wooden accents, and surrealist throw pillows. Floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant mirrors (from headboards to large framed wall and bathroom mirrors) amplify the sense of space and views over Elliott Bay, and the 16th-floor seafood restaurant, The Charlotte, is singled out for mesmerizing vistas. What to consider: the extensive use of mirrors may not appeal to everyone. Practical details: neighborhood Downtown Seattle; parking $72 per night valet or street parking; pets allowed (additional $100 cleaning fee); accessible rooms available; Lotte Hotel Rewards loyalty; rates from $258." - Sophie Dodd Sophie Dodd Sophie Dodd is a travel, wine and lifestyle writer. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines