The boutique MarQueen Hotel is situated atop the Queen Anne Hill, two miles away from Smith Cove and Pier 91. The hotel's brick building is typical of the architecture in the Queen Anne neighborhood, and the MarQueen was originally used as the Seattle Engineering School when it was built in 1918. Nowadays, the hotel hosts Caffe Ladro Espresso bar, Ten Mercer restaurant, serving modern American cuisine, and Jill Bucy, a European-style spa. A great number of alternative eateries are on offer within a 10-minute walk of the MarQueen, including Peso's Kitchen and Lounge, offering Mexican, Tolouse Petit French Kitchen and Lounge and the Melting Pot Fondue restaurant.
Travelers staying at the Mediterranean Hotel are based in the Queen Anne neighborhood, ideal for access to one of Seattle's most popular tourist locations, the Space Needle. Located two miles from Pier 91, a wide selection of activities are available within a mile of the Mediterranean, including the Space Needle, Science Fiction Museum, start point for "Ride The Ducks" tours of the city's streets and waterways, and the Intiman, McCaw Hall and Repertory theaters. At the hotel, each guest room is equipped with its own kitchen area, which may prove useful as there is no food or drink served on-site. Chutney's Indian, The Signature Vietnamese restaurants and Ozzie's lounge and restaurant can be reached within five minutes on foot.
The Maxwell Hotel is located a 10-minute drive from Pier 91. According to the hotel website, it was named in the "Top Ten Trendiest Hotels In The U.S." in the 2011 Trip Advisor Traveler's Choice awards. The hotel won this award on the back of its whimsical art, displayed throughout the hallways, and a hand-tiled mosaic of a pineapple, which represents the international symbol of hospitality. A fitness facility, indoor swimming pool and complimentary bike hire make up the leisure facilities at The Maxwell. As no food or drink is available at the hotel, guests will need to leave the premises for alternatives. Those looking to sample the fresh Washington air can put together a picnic and enjoy an al fresco meal in the nearby Kerry, Bhy Kracke or Kinnear parks, each within a 10-minute walk.
Guests staying at the Inn At Queen Anne Hotel are left within two miles of Pier 91 and four miles from the University of Washington campus. Here, guests can visit the Washington Park Arboretum, Henry Art Gallery, Museum of History and Industry and the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture. Built in 1928, the hotel retains many of its original features, including covered ceilings, arched entryways and period furniture. Guest rooms come complete with kitchen areas and air conditioning, while visitors can unwind in a charming courtyard garden area. Travelers who visit the University District can find a number of dining options, with the Big Time Brewery Company offering a pub, brewery and restaurant in one. Conventional sit-down meals are on offer at Shalimar Indian, Sumarai Noodles and Flowers American restaurants.
