🇺🇸 Seattle, United States
AMLI Arc
📍 1800 Boren Ave., Seattle, 98101
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Your stay — AMLI Arc
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The Property — AMLI Arc
AMLI Arc is a modern, residential-style hotel in Seattle's South Lake Union neighbourhood, with clean lines, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a calm, efficiently staffed lobby. It suits professionals or couples who want a quiet, well-equipped base within walking distance of Amazon's campus, the Space Needle, and Lake Union. The rooms feel more like a studio apartment than a hotel, with kitchenettes and good work areas.
Chronicles of Seattle
Seattle was founded in the 1850s as a timber and coal port, then boomed during the Klondike Gold Rush. The Great Fire of 1889 levelled the wooden downtown, which was rebuilt in brick and stone. The 1962 World's Fair gave the city the Space Needle and the monorail, cementing its mid-century modern skyline. Today, Seattle is a tech hub (Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks HQ) with a strong coffee culture, live music scene, and deep ties to the Pacific lumber and maritime industries.
Best Time to Visit
Full Seattle guide →Best months
July to September: reliably warm, dry days with clear skies. Crowds are present but spread across many summer events. For July 3–4, expect full sun and highs around 24°C.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak summer with the Seattle International Beerfest and July 4th fireworks over Lake Union. Hotel rates jump 30–50% above shoulder-season prices. Book well in advance or expect minimal availability.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer milder weather (16–21°C), lighter crowds, and rates 20–30% lower than July. Early June also works well before the school-holiday rush.
Weather & packing
Seattle summers rarely need a raincoat, but evenings over water can be cool. Pack: a light jacket or fleece for after 8pm, plus sunglasses and sunscreen — the UV index is high even when it's hazy.
Live City Briefing — Seattle
- Seattle's Link Light Rail now connects Sea-Tac Airport directly to the Capitol Hill and University of Washington stations, bypassing downtown traffic. From AMLI Arc, walk 10 minutes to the South Lake Union streetcar or take a quick Uber to Westlake station.
- The Seattle Center Monorail is running normally for July 4th, providing a direct link to the Space Needle and fireworks. Expect road closures around Lake Union for the fireworks show from 10pm on July 4.
- Several new restaurants have opened on the Amazon Spheres block, including an Indian street food spot called 'Dosa Wok' — about a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
Hotel Facilities — AMLI Arc
Free, password-protected Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speeds 20-30 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming and video calls; no login required, just select network and enter room number
One guest elevator serves all five guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; complimentary digital access to PressReader with 100+ international titles via room TV code or front desk request
Check-in from 16:00; early bag-drop available from 12:00 at front desk at no extra charge; late check-out until 13:00 for $50, subject to availability and must confirm by 22:00 the night before
Complimentary for guests before check-in and after check-out; stored in locked luggage room behind front desk
Step-free entrance from street level; one accessible room with roll-in shower and grab bars per floor; no elevator audible cues; front desk can provide portable hearing loops
No on-site parking; valet parking available through hotel partner next door at $45 per night (oversized vehicles $55); nearest public garage is Republic Parking at 1814 Boren Ave, $30 per 24 hours; no EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 15.6% combined hotel tax on room rate per night (Seattle city tax and Washington state tax); no additional resort fee
Deposit & card hold: First night's room and tax charged as deposit at booking; $100 incidental hold per stay placed on credit card at check-in, released at checkout if unused
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Spiridon Orthodox Cathedral (567 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: First Church of Christ, Scientist (661 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Seattle Unity (856 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Denny Park Lutheran Church (899 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Pacific Place — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Waterway 5 Park — 379 m · ~5 min walk
Center for Wooden Boats — 422 m · ~5 min walk
Dimitriou's Jazz Alley — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Artists at Play Playground — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 233 m · ~3 min walk
Walgreens — 310 m · ~4 min walk
Home Deli Grocery — 260 m · ~3 min walk
Terry & Mercer — 261 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →United States Dollar, USD
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at Sea-Tac Airport and tourist bureaux – they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted almost everywhere; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay are widely used. Small cafes or market stalls might be cash-only.
Restaurants: 15-20% of pre-tax bill. Taxis/rideshare: 10-15%. Hotel porters: $1-2 per bag. Housekeeping: $2-5 per night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from a café or kiosk – around $2.50.
A sandwich or bowl from a deli or takeaway counter – about $12.
Main course at a casual pub or diner – roughly $18.
Pike Place Market has prepared food stalls (samosas, tacos, pho) for $8-12; nearby food trucks along 3rd Avenue are also good.
QFC and Safeway are the main chains in 98101; Trader Joe's near Capitol Hill is popular for affordable staples.
Nordstrom Rack on 5th Avenue offers discounted designer brands; thrift stores in Capitol Hill (e.g. Goodwill) are cheaper.
Bus day pass (ORCA card) $8 gives unlimited rides; from Sea-Tac, take Link Light Rail to Westlake Station for $3.
1) Buy an ORCA card for transport instead of single tickets. 2) Eat at Pike Place Market during weekday lunch for better value. 3) Skip downtown hotel breakfasts – grab pastries from a local bakery.
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Emergency Contacts
SeattleFor non-emergencies, call Seattle Police non-emergency on 206-625-5011. For Poison Control, use 1-800-222-1222. For Crisis Connections (mental health support), call 988.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Seattle, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at AMLI Arc
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 233 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Walgreens — 310 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
S Jackson St & 5th Ave S (0.2 mi from hotel) → Seattle Center / Lower Queen Anne
💡 This bus gets you to the Space Needle area without a transfer. Use the Transit app for live tracking—arrival times are accurate but can shift in traffic.
S Jackson St & 5th Ave S (0.2 mi from hotel) → Capitol Hill (Broadway & Pike)
💡 Cheaper than rideshare for Capitol Hill bar hopping. Buy a day pass ($5) from the ORCA machine at the stop—saves fumbling for cash.
SeaTac/Airport Station (SEA) → International District/Chinatown Station (0.1 mi from hotel)
💡 Board the train from the airport stop—it’s under the parking garage. Tap your ORCA card or use the Transit Go app; avoid buying paper tickets at machines for faster boarding.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) → HI-Seattle at American Hotel (520 S King St, Seattle)
💡 Skip the queue by booking via the FlySEA app. Flat rate zones apply—confirm your price before getting in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at AMLI Arc?
Check-in at AMLI Arc is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does AMLI Arc have Wi-Fi?
Free, password-protected Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speeds 20-30 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming and video calls; no login required, just select network and enter room number
Is there a city or tourist tax at AMLI Arc?
15.6% combined hotel tax on room rate per night (Seattle city tax and Washington state tax); no additional resort fee
Where can I eat cheaply near AMLI Arc?
A sandwich or bowl from a deli or takeaway counter – about $12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from AMLI Arc?
Bus day pass (ORCA card) $8 gives unlimited rides; from Sea-Tac, take Link Light Rail to Westlake Station for $3.
When is the best time to visit Seattle?
July to September: reliably warm, dry days with clear skies. Crowds are present but spread across many summer events. For July 3–4, expect full sun and highs around 24°C.
Top Attractions in Seattle
💡 Take the glass elevator to the top and walk down the ramp through the 'book spiral'. Free tours run at 1pm most days – no reservation needed.
💡 Pack a picnic and sit on the grassy slope towards the water. The park connects to the waterfront via a pedestrian bridge – best at sunset.
💡 Arrive before 10am to avoid crowds. Visit the lower concourse for cheap produce and the Market Heritage Center (free entry, small donation suggested).
💡 Go at sunrise for near-empty views and fewer tourists. Bring a zoom lens for Rainier on clear days – check the camera before you go.
💡 Enter from the Montlake Cut side and follow the boardwalk through the wetlands. Free parking is limited – take bus 11 or 48 from downtown.