🇺🇸 Seattle, United States
The State Hotel
📍 1501, 2nd Avenue, Seattle, 98101
Your stay — The State Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The State Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (4th floor and above) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on 2nd Avenue may result in some street noise. Consider rooms in the back of the hotel, away from the main street, for a more peaceful experience.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and possible street noise from 2nd Avenue.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (4th floor and above) may offer views of Puget Sound or the Olympic Mountains, depending on the room's orientation.
Quietest floors
4th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise from 2nd Avenue, especially during peak hours or late at night.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Pike Place Market by walking there for breakfast or coffee. Consider requesting a room with a refrigerator, as it's not a standard amenity, but can be requested through the hotel directly.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — The State Hotel
free basic tier (100 MB/day), 10 USD for 1 GB, 10 USD for 5 GB; login via room key card
serves all floors, including historic upper floors
complimentary PressReader access on room TVs; USA Today available at front desk
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM; early bag-drop available from 1:00 PM; late check-out until 2:00 PM, 20 USD/hour thereafter
available for 5 USD per bag per day; limited space, subject to availability
wheelchair-accessible entrance on 2nd Avenue; some rooms with limited mobility access; historic building with creaky floorboards
on-site valet parking for 40 USD per night; nearest public car park, 1 block away, 30 USD per day; no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 5.12 USD per night per person
Deposit & card hold: 50 USD advance deposit + 100 USD incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Christ Our Hope Catholic Church (89 m · ~1 min walk)
- Place of worship: Scientology (306 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Downtown Cornerstone Church (768 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Gethsemane Lutheran Church (921 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Westlake Center — 373 m · ~5 min walk
Victor Steinbrueck Park — 334 m · ~4 min walk
Seattle Art Museum — 613 m · ~8 min walk
Moore Theater — 37 m · ~1 min walk
Play Slopes — 387 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Chase — 263 m · ~3 min walk
Walgreens — 389 m · ~5 min walk
Market Grocery & Deli — 190 m · ~2 min walk
Westlake Center — 416 m · ~5 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 The State Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Chase — 263 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Walgreens — 389 m · ~5 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 are the best rooms at The State Hotel?
Request rooms on higher floors (4th floor and above) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on 2nd Avenue may result in some street noise. Consider rooms in the back of the hotel, away from the main street, for a more peaceful experience.
Which rooms should I avoid at The State Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-3rd) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and possible street noise from 2nd Avenue.
Is The State Hotel noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise from 2nd Avenue, especially during peak hours or late at night.
Which rooms have the best views at The State Hotel?
Rooms on the higher floors (4th floor and above) may offer views of Puget Sound or the Olympic Mountains, depending on the room's orientation.
What are insider tips for staying at The State Hotel?
Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Pike Place Market by walking there for breakfast or coffee. Consider requesting a room with a refrigerator, as it's not a standard amenity, but can be requested through the hotel directly.
What time is check-in at The State Hotel?
Check-in at The State Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The State Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free basic tier (100 MB/day), 10 USD for 1 GB, 10 USD for 5 GB; login via room key card
Is there a city or tourist tax at The State Hotel?
5.12 USD per night per person
Where can I eat cheaply near The State Hotel?
A sandwich or bowl from a deli or takeaway counter – about $12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The State Hotel?
Bus day pass (ORCA card) $8 gives unlimited rides; from Sea-Tac, take Link Light Rail to Westlake Station for $3.
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.