Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Seattle, WA
Aug 18, 2010, 7:37 am
#122
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One reason the select floors may be lower is that people get tired of going up and down the elevators. But that seems silly.
I basically lived there for a year (during the week) and maybe twice saw a suite upgrade. I chose the Westin over the Sheraton because it was a block closer to work, felt less hectic (the Sheraton can be an absolute zoo), and had better room service. I don't really care if I have a suite or if there is a club lounge. And the dated feel of the westin didn't bother me...except for the bathrooms. That bothered me, but I lived with it.
Aug 18, 2010, 7:56 am
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1 night only here for me
Since I'm gone for the day, and don't mind packing up a small suitcase, checking out and checking into the Sheraton tonight. Happy to provide a direct comparison between the two.
From walking around, *maybe* the Westin has a slightly better location IMO, closer to Pike Place and all that (though the Sheraton is close). But I'd say this is definitely one of the more tired Westins I've stayed at (and I've been to a bunch). For a similar price, if the Sheraton is nicer and if you have a better chance of an upgrade (plus a lounge), seems to be the way to go.
Of course, this is exactly what was said in this forum - I need to get over my Westin vs. Sheraton bias!
From walking around, *maybe* the Westin has a slightly better location IMO, closer to Pike Place and all that (though the Sheraton is close). But I'd say this is definitely one of the more tired Westins I've stayed at (and I've been to a bunch). For a similar price, if the Sheraton is nicer and if you have a better chance of an upgrade (plus a lounge), seems to be the way to go.
Of course, this is exactly what was said in this forum - I need to get over my Westin vs. Sheraton bias!
Aug 18, 2010, 9:22 pm
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in the sheraton as I type this. the lounge is very pleasant with a nice selection of appetizers, cheeses and chocolate covered strawberries . wines by the glass at a reasonable price. for such a large hotel I think they run it quite well.
Aug 18, 2010, 10:20 pm
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My order of preference in Seattle is: Sheraton, W, Westin
IMO, the renovated rooms in the Sheraton are better than the rooms at the W.
Aug 18, 2010, 10:41 pm
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Sheraton >>>>> Westin
Great decision to check out of the Westin and into the Sheraton. Highlights:
- everything is new, new, new feeling here
- they had me on the club floor but upgraded me to a jr suite. single room, but huge, with a bathroom probably 4x the size over at the Westin
- club lounge is new, spacious, nice, with a solid food selection
- 2-story(!) gym is among the nicest I've seen at any SPG property - 25 different cardio machines, huge glass window view overlooking N/E
- as mentioned, lounge is huge and nice
For the same price, you're crazy to stay at the Westin over the Sheraton (and this comes from a Westin lover).
- everything is new, new, new feeling here
- they had me on the club floor but upgraded me to a jr suite. single room, but huge, with a bathroom probably 4x the size over at the Westin
- club lounge is new, spacious, nice, with a solid food selection
- 2-story(!) gym is among the nicest I've seen at any SPG property - 25 different cardio machines, huge glass window view overlooking N/E
- as mentioned, lounge is huge and nice
For the same price, you're crazy to stay at the Westin over the Sheraton (and this comes from a Westin lover).
Aug 18, 2010, 11:41 pm
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Thanks just 1 last thing, seems that most that Luv the Sheraton get to SEA very often, so having a room with a view to die for isnt important theyve seen it all already.
But someone going for 1 night who never stayed in the city and has no idea when they will be back there again, will you still say the Sheraton over the Westin if they can get a room with the view. Lounge not important for night time as it will be closed when I get back, so all I'll miss is breakfast in the morn, but with a noon flight out and being in FC that isnt that important either.
Are there rooms with the same type of views in The Sher as in The Westin?
But someone going for 1 night who never stayed in the city and has no idea when they will be back there again, will you still say the Sheraton over the Westin if they can get a room with the view. Lounge not important for night time as it will be closed when I get back, so all I'll miss is breakfast in the morn, but with a noon flight out and being in FC that isnt that important either.
Are there rooms with the same type of views in The Sher as in The Westin?
Great decision to check out of the Westin and into the Sheraton. Highlights:
- everything is new, new, new feeling here
- they had me on the club floor but upgraded me to a jr suite. single room, but huge, with a bathroom probably 4x the size over at the Westin
- club lounge is new, spacious, nice, with a solid food selection
- 2-story(!) gym is among the nicest I've seen at any SPG property - 25 different cardio machines, huge glass window view overlooking N/E
- as mentioned, lounge is huge and nice
For the same price, you're crazy to stay at the Westin over the Sheraton (and this comes from a Westin lover).
- everything is new, new, new feeling here
- they had me on the club floor but upgraded me to a jr suite. single room, but huge, with a bathroom probably 4x the size over at the Westin
- club lounge is new, spacious, nice, with a solid food selection
- 2-story(!) gym is among the nicest I've seen at any SPG property - 25 different cardio machines, huge glass window view overlooking N/E
- as mentioned, lounge is huge and nice
For the same price, you're crazy to stay at the Westin over the Sheraton (and this comes from a Westin lover).
Aug 19, 2010, 6:52 am
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Thanks just 1 last thing, seems that most that Luv the Sheraton get to SEA very often, so having a room with a view to die for isnt important theyve seen it all already.
But someone going for 1 night who never stayed in the city and has no idea when they will be back there again, will you still say the Sheraton over the Westin if they can get a room with the view. Lounge not important for night time as it will be closed when I get back, so all I'll miss is breakfast in the morn, but with a noon flight out and being in FC that isnt that important either.
Are there rooms with the same type of views in The Sher as in The Westin?
But someone going for 1 night who never stayed in the city and has no idea when they will be back there again, will you still say the Sheraton over the Westin if they can get a room with the view. Lounge not important for night time as it will be closed when I get back, so all I'll miss is breakfast in the morn, but with a noon flight out and being in FC that isnt that important either.
Are there rooms with the same type of views in The Sher as in The Westin?
Aug 19, 2010, 7:41 am
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Thanks just 1 last thing, seems that most that Luv the Sheraton get to SEA very often, so having a room with a view to die for isnt important theyve seen it all already.
But someone going for 1 night who never stayed in the city and has no idea when they will be back there again, will you still say the Sheraton over the Westin if they can get a room with the view. Lounge not important for night time as it will be closed when I get back, so all I'll miss is breakfast in the morn, but with a noon flight out and being in FC that isnt that important either.
Are there rooms with the same type of views in The Sher as in The Westin?
But someone going for 1 night who never stayed in the city and has no idea when they will be back there again, will you still say the Sheraton over the Westin if they can get a room with the view. Lounge not important for night time as it will be closed when I get back, so all I'll miss is breakfast in the morn, but with a noon flight out and being in FC that isnt that important either.
Are there rooms with the same type of views in The Sher as in The Westin?
Re-affirmed my decision to stay at the W in Nov i/o the Westin for the Star MegaDo.
Aug 19, 2010, 7:43 am
#130
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Don't know about the view at the Sheraton. As for the Westin, if you can call ahead or ask your plat concierge, go as high as you can get and ask for one of the rooms at the end of the hall in the north tower. You want the end of the hall that's to your right as you leave the elevators. Great view of the water and the space needle. But really anything from the rooms on the right as you leave the elevator will have good views of the water.
Aug 19, 2010, 8:08 am
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Don't know about the view at the Sheraton. As for the Westin, if you can call ahead or ask your plat concierge, go as high as you can get and ask for one of the rooms at the end of the hall in the north tower. You want the end of the hall that's to your right as you leave the elevators. Great view of the water and the space needle. But really anything from the rooms on the right as you leave the elevator will have good views of the water.
Ordinarily Id go with the masses and would have stayed by the Sheraton for the Lounge,newness, and larger bathroom and room size itself.
But being its only a 1 nighter and 1st time staying DT to me Id rather have a great view and put up with the cons of the place, Now had the Sheraton had rooms with the same view then I would have gone there and hoped for getting 1 of those rooms. But from you have said its a much better chance getting a great view at The Westin.
Aug 20, 2010, 11:01 am
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Interesting point about the Sheraton Seattle. I just received my bill for a two nights cash and points stay. It was supposed to be $60 plus 15.6% tax not included in the rate. The bill actually came to $51.9 plus tax to end up at an even $60.00. This is the first time I have seen this type of thing.
Aug 29, 2010, 7:41 pm
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Don't know about the view at the Sheraton. As for the Westin, if you can call ahead or ask your plat concierge, go as high as you can get and ask for one of the rooms at the end of the hall in the north tower. You want the end of the hall that's to your right as you leave the elevators. Great view of the water and the space needle. But really anything from the rooms on the right as you leave the elevator will have good views of the water.
She said I will see what I can do I threw in I also have a noon flight out of SEA so no 4pm checkout for me, just really would love a room with that view.
Checked my res online and sure enough High floor Deluxe with Sound View, I understand it can be taken away but at least they seem to be willing to work with me, now hopefully the showers will be early morn and not spoil my view
Aug 30, 2010, 11:08 am
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Are the views generally good on the higher floors at the Westin Bellevue as well? Most of my work is in the Redmond area, but I don't mind driving from downtown if the Westin Bellevue's higher floors are not as good as the views from Westin/Sheraton Seattle.
Aug 30, 2010, 6:00 pm
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I wouldn't do that just because the drive is such a hassle factor during "rush hour." The Hyatt Bellevue has AMAZING views.