Inn at Queen Anne Hotel Shuttles

West of Seattle’s Key Arena and east of Elliott Bay, the Inn at Queen Anne is a historic budget stay ideal for adventurers. The old building offers tiffany-style lamps that usher guests into modest rooms filled with artwork and flower-print sheets, select suites adding uniquely angled door frames and kitchenettes. Offered as a freebie is fast Wi-Fi and a lush garden patio, not to mention close access to some of Seattle’s hippest restaurants. Have a mind to sightsee by having the means to do so, reserving a rental for intimate travels along the water with a sedan, or going on big group hikes across the distant Tiger Mountain State Forest. Also available for business travelers are a few meet-and-greet services ideal for drop offs to wherever, from taxis perfect for getting to Seattle Tacoma Airport on time, to relaxed local personal drivers that offer the backstory of each back road.

Kick the morning off with a short stroll across the neighboring Space Needle Park, looking forward to unique tapestry of art, history and nature across various exhibits and theaters. Especially popular landmarks include the massive International Fountain and its surrounding sport stadiums, while the Chihuly Garden and Glass offer a look into the creative mind of David Chihuly. Closer toward the hotel on the north end of the park is a boisterous theater scene that includes the Marion Oliver McCaw Hall’s showcase of ballet & opera as well as local playwrights strutting their stuff at both Seattle Rep and Cornish Playhouse. Spend sunset watching dusk fall across the city from the top of the famous Space Needle, afterward grabbing dinner from popular late-night joints that include The 5 Point Cafe’s 24-hour diner space as well as the famous 1 AM hamburgers at Dick’s Drive-In.