Newport Hills is an affluent area of Bellevue, Washington, directly across Lake Washington from Seattle. Settled in the 1950s, the area has grown quickly and attracts residents who enjoy metropolitan life and also the rugged outdoor recreation such as hiking, skiing and kayaking west of the area. It has consistently been rated one of America's top places to live. Adjacent to Redmond, where the headquarters of Microsoft is located, Newport Hills and Bellevue continue to draw corporate office parks to the region.
A short drive from Bellevue's golf courses and tourist attractions in Seattle, Larkspur Landing Bellevue offers the comfort of home. A draw for extended-stay guests, the all-suite hotel has both regular and deluxe units with fully equipped kitchens. Larkspur has the business traveler in mind and includes a complimentary grocery shopping service, DVD library, featherbeds, iPod docking stations and sofa beds. Its 24-hour business center features computers, printers, fax machines and audiovisual equipment for presentations. The inn also features a free healthy breakfast, pool, spa and fitness center. For an additional fee, you may also bring a four-legged pal.
All of the Bellevue Hotel's 97 rooms feature luxurious accommodations and extras in a historic, fully renovated setting. Soak in geranium-mint bath salts while enjoying marble bathrooms standard in each unit, along with Wi-Fi, spacious work desks, 500-thread-count sheets and down comforters. Amenities include four restaurants, tennis courts, yoga, Pilates, senior fitness classes, Zumba dance and personal trainers. To soothe sore muscles, settle in at the hotel's private spa for a massage or full day of pampering.
Nestled beside a quiet park, the Silver Cloud Inn attracts health-conscious guests who enjoy jogging and walking. Each of its 96 rooms maintains a no-smoking policy, and guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast with freshly baked goods and Tuesday evening reception. Additional bonuses include an outdoor pool, laundry machines, business center, Aveda toiletries and in-room tea service featuring Tully products, a local brand.
The Courtyard Seattle boasts a location convenient both to Newport Hills and Bellevue's convention center. Comfortable rooms include king-size beds, Wi-Fi, Ethernet ports, bottled water, mini-fridge, down pillows, sofa beds and in some units a hot tub. A fitness center also features a pool and spa, and guests may also enjoy nearby recreation from kayaking to water skiing. Shopping, fine dining and entertainment can be had within a five-minute walk, and on-site parking is available for a fee.
