Review: Westin Bellevue, Washington

I used to live in Seattle before so I know how beautiful the weather could be. I'm glad you decided to move there:)

There's not much selection here, but the hotels we do have are pretty good. I've never been disappointed.

Was the apartment hunt successful?

So, why did you end up in seattle? or is that for another post?

@ AdamH -- I signed on something, so not sure that qualifies as successful or a bad impulse decision. 😀

I've stayed at this Westin a few times for business, and agree that it's quite nice

@ Z -- Post coming on that later today. 🙂

We were there over the weekend to visit some friends, too. The weather couldn't have been better on Sunday. We visited Deception Pass on Saturday and Mt. Rainier on Sunday. Saw sunrise early Monday morning on the plane, and wished we were staying for another day with beautiful weather!

Wow, that's the benefit being a famous travel blogger, way to go, lucky!!!!

Note to self: Must start travel blog.

Must be nice to have SPG following your blog/twitter.... did you check out Din Tai Fung while you were in Bellevue... it's a little fancy (for Din Tai fung) but solid Xiao Long Bao... If you ultimately move to Seattle (maybe you are?) then I would try to find a place near the Light Rail... good for getting to the airport. And check out Fu man dumplings in the Greenwood arae...

@ FlyingDoctorWu -- Yep, had dinner at Din Tai Fung my first night there. Was really good.

Do the condo owners have access to the hotel's gym and pool?

@ JetAway -- They do, which I guess explains why they're quite nice.

been in Seattle for the past 7 months for work (actually thought about moving out here myself, so I can attest your decision) and the weather this summer has been PERFECT!

The Bellevue Westin is my favorite domestic Westin. When I've stayed there, I've either had the baloney deluxe room (which is great for a "regular" room) or your suite, which is one of the more creative suites I've stayed in.

Welcome to Seattle!

Din Tai Fung is one of the most overrated restaurants--I went there because Gary leff was fawning about the dumplings. let's face it: that dumpling is basically "inside out" won ton soup.

You should save a bookmark to your picture of the blue sky over Seattle. You will need it in the coming 6 months.

I stayed here every week for about 2 years. Love the property. I always asked for a Grand Deluxe Room. I actually prefer these over the suites as they have a nice patio, a door that opens, and a fantastic bathroom with a separate rain shower. If you prefer a view over your own outdoor space, then the suites are better. Hotel accommodated my room request almost every time.

I had almost forgotten what a toilet looked like...so, thanks for that picture. No water glass pictures? 🙁

I stay just about 2 blocks from the Westin Bellevue. Are u intending to stay in Bellevue? I can provide some recommendations for apartments.

If you have a chance in the future, take a look at the Bellevue Club hotel. It is not in a central location, but I think it is one of the most beautiful. If you are looking for renting an apartment, then The Bravern, Ten20, Ashton are your best bet (or the Bellevue Towers, but you will be renting from a private owner). I have been living here for 2 years, let me know if you need any help!

Had two great stays at the Hyatt Bellevue last year. Have you stayed there - or are you planning to? Ran into Kevin Nealon (of SNL and Weeds) in the gym there before his show later that night. Ended up getting tickets. Very funny show.

Welcome to Seattle

for future, there is a bus from SeaTac to downtown Bellevue. Its not quite as nice as a ride, but its adequate enough.

I hope you found an apartment in Seattle!

OK, minor nitpick. "Two double sinks..." So it had four sinks? 🙂

SPG needs to clear this up with the hotels, as it seems they just treat their top tier guest as crap.

You are fortunate to be a blogger and that SPG follows you. But any other Joe would have been stuck with a mediocre room disguised as "suite".

And SPG is not dumb, eventually you gave a "good review" to what started as shady hotel practices.

OH, and BTW, I guess if you are looking for a place in Bellevue we could end up working for the same company 😉

Connor-- Lucky doesn't "work"! 😉

Lucky-- Congrats on your choice of Seattle! Have you been on the Boeing tour in Everett? I'm guessing you must have. It's great!

Welcome to Seattle! (or is eastside more appropriate?)

FYI:
"since there’s no good public transportation from SeaTac to Bellevue"
route 560 ( http://www.soundtransit.org/Schedules/ST-Express-Bus/560.xml) takes you from the airport terminal (outside international arrivals) to bellevue downtown (a block from the westin) in around 50 minutes.

@Bluecat... I've actually never been to the Seattle DTF but the ones in Taipei are some of the best in the world... and no big deal but have you ever tried to make them? It's quite quite difficult...

Did you rent something upstairs? Bellevue was rated (in some mag) as one of the best places to live in the US. Good choice.

@flyingdrwu, I'm sure they are difficult to make--I saw an entire troop of minion chefs in there folding and stuffing and what not. But not really meeting the hype, (IMHO!)

@ Connor -- Hello, neighbor!

@ Rick C -- I have, though never got around to writing a review. Also a very nice hotel, though I slightly preferred the Westin, I think.

@ wxguy -- Hah, good point. Fixed!

@ T3pleShot -- Good to know, thanks!

@ dmodemd -- Not at the hotel, though not far away.

I stay at the Bravern, John Howie's has awesome happy hour if you're here the next time 🙂

I always stay here when I'm visiting my client and just checked out today. 15th floor corner rooms have great views and the staff there is almost perfect. Definitely one of the nicer Westin properties in the U.S.

If staying at this hotel over the weekend, check out their Shopping Package. You get a $100 gift certificate at check in to use at the shops or restaurants at the mall downstairs. If your purchase is less than $100, the merchant gives you cash for change. Consider this a $100 discount, and this is often cheaper than the pre-paid rate, and you get the points on the full rate!

Welcome to Seattle! I would love to have a Seattle Do to network with fellow travelers. Can we have a party when you've settled in?

Don't mean to be rude, but can't you ever be happy with the room you are given at check-in? If you don't get a suite when you check-in, why not accept what you have, as opposed to complaining to SPG that you weren't given a suite...

:rolleyes:

Welcome to the neighborhood!

I've had the same issues at checkin at this property that you mentioned. Consistent problem

+1 Merrily - would love to do a Seattle get-together.

Lucky,

Welcome to the neighborhood! For future reference, the Sound Transit 560 Express bus goes directly from Sea-Tac to the Bellevue Transit Center, which is just two blocks from the Westin. $3.50 each way.

Ivan