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Great location, beautiful room, the most comfortable bed !!! The staff were super helpful and nice during our stay. Will stay here again for sure.
The staff was absolutely amazing. I relocated to Seattle from another state with 8 suitcases. Staff was so accommodating and helpful. I really appreciated that! The property is gorgeous and I love that they have a dog area.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle sits in downtown Seattle within easy walking distance of many of the city’s top attractions: Pike Place Market, the waterfront and Great Wheel, performance venues like Benaroya Hall, and the Seattle Center (Space Needle, Chihuly) a short ride away. The location makes it an excellent base for sightseeing, dining, and access to ferries and transit for day trips.
Seattle's iconic market with fresh seafood, specialty food stalls, crafts, and the famous fish-throwing vendors.
Scenic waterfront promenade with shops, restaurants and the Seattle Great Wheel offering harbor views.
Premier concert hall in downtown Seattle, home to the Seattle Symphony and frequent classical and contemporary performances.
Seattle’s iconic observation tower with panoramic city and Puget Sound views; located in Seattle Center near other attractions.
Striking glass art installations by Dale Chihuly, adjacent to the Space Needle and the Experience Music Project/Seattle Center.
Interactive museum devoted to contemporary popular culture, music and film exhibits.
Downtown art museum featuring global collections and rotating special exhibitions.
Make the most of your stay at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle by IHG with this convenient itinerary that covers the best attractions in in Seattle:
Seattle is worth visiting for its vibrant food scene, waterfront, iconic landmarks (Pike Place Market, Space Needle), cultural institutions, and easy access to nature (Puget Sound, islands, and nearby mountains). Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle is an excellent choice because it combines a prime downtown location with boutique-style design, attentive service (many guests praise the staff), pet-friendly policies, and thoughtful perks like afternoon wine hour and in-house dining — all making it a comfortable base for sightseeing, business, or special events.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle by IHG
1101 Fourth Avenue
Seasonal guide to help you plan the perfect trip to in Seattle
Summer
Summer (June–August) and late spring (May) — warm, dry weather and many festivals.
Winter (December–February) excluding holiday weeks — lower hotel rates and fewer crowds.
March–May: Spring brings increasing daylight, cherry blossoms (late March–April in parts of the city), and the start of festival season. Expect occasional rain early on, but by May many days are mild and pleasant.
One of the largest film festivals in North America showcasing international and independent cinema with screenings across multiple venues.
Seattle’s signature summer festival featuring hydroplane races, airshows (Blue Angels in some years), neighborhood parades and community events.
Major music and arts festival held over Labor Day weekend at Seattle Center, featuring headliners, local bands, comedy, and visual arts.
Three-day music festival in the Capitol Hill neighborhood with local and national bands, food vendors, and strong nightlife energy.
Major Pride celebration in June centered around downtown and the Capitol Hill neighborhood with large parade and community events.
Seasonal holiday celebrations across the city: tree lightings, markets (including Pike Place-style holiday stalls), and neighborhood winter events.
Seattle has maritime-influenced weather and microclimates. Expect light-to-moderate rain and drizzle from late fall through spring; summers are warm and dry. Layering is essential: a waterproof outer layer, breathable mid-layers, and comfortable shoes. Check mountain weather separately for Cascade/Olympic trips; mountain conditions change rapidly.
Seattle hotel prices fluctuate with tourism, conferences, and major events. High demand months (late May through September, and around major conferences like AWS re:Invent-related meetups) push rates up—downtown and waterfront properties see the steepest increases. Weekends and event weekends (Seafair, Bumbershoot, Pride) are pricier. Value windows are late autumn (November excluding Thanksgiving week) and early winter (January–February) when rates drop and many business travelers thin out. Book 6–8 weeks ahead for summer travel; for big event weekends, reserve months in advance.
Insider advice to help you make the most of your visit
Seattle offers robust public transit, ferries, and rideshares; driving downtown is often slow and parking expensive.
Buy an ORCA card, pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry layers, and plan outdoor activities for mid-morning to late afternoon in summer for the best weather and light. For cost savings, stay a bit outside downtown (Capitol Hill, Belltown, Queen Anne) with good transit links and commute in for major attractions.
Everything you need to know about your stay at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle by IHG
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