What a beautiful place to visit. The area is gorgeous. One of the last forested areas in Seattle…read moreright next to Lake Washington. With views of Mount Rainier, glimpses of eagles, owls, shore birds and local wildlife it is a get away right in Seattle! The Audubon Society has a center where you can learn about local birds and their habitat, go on guided hikes and explore their gift shop which has all kinds of cool items to take home as a souvenir of a great day spent there. I highly recommend a visit.

This is a great facility that the National Audubon Society has partnered with the City of Seattle…read morewith, in providing a space for those to learn more about the work of the Audubon Center and its mission to protect birds. While at Seward Park we decided to visit this Center. It's a welcoming space and open to the public. When we walked in we were greeted by an employee who mentioned that we could walk through the building, and recommended for us to check out the library. In the community room, there was a class being taught on emergency procedures for the wilderness. Very cool they offer classes and events here! The building is a mix of public and private space, so for the public areas, it's easy to go through it within an hour or so. The other rooms that are closed off are used for private offices and such. But I would encourage you to check out the library, which is the largest public room in the center. You can tell the space for the library was the sitting room for when the building's original use of when The Redfield Family lived upstairs. The bottom portion of the building was used as a concession stand back in the day. But the library now invites guests to check out the different books on wildlife, birds, conservation, travel, and anything else having to do with the great outdoors. Glad to have visited this historical building and learned about the Audubon Center's work. I would also suggest taking children here, as there were plenty of books for kids in the library, as well as taxidermy of birds that may be intriguing to them. The gift shop is mostly items suitable for children, too.

wonderful tour of Wellington New Zealand by Steve Girvan thru Answers Down Under tours…read more We had a personal foodies tour that was fantastic. Highly recommend this guide.

I booked and paid for a trip for two weeks in Australia through this company, but when I got there…read moreevery single reservation and event was registered in my husband's name and only my husband could rent a car, check into our accommodations or sign in for our excursions. When I tried to check into one of the hotels, I was told I would have to wait for my "husband" because only he could register us and get the keys for the room. (He was returning the rental car that I had arranged for because only his name was on that, too!) I paid for this trip! I made the arrangements! What century do we live in??!! Is Australia reallly so backwards? Or is it just this company? I had not used a travel agency before, and this convinced me that it is not worth it! No self-respecting woman should use this company. Nor should any man who has any respect for women.

I wanted to review the tours I went on separately. This review is for the Olympic National Park Day…read moreTour. I went on this tour on 5/13/2026. I cannot say enough amazing things about this Olympic National Park tour experience. From start to finish, this was hands down one of the best guided experiences I've ever had and one I will remember for a long time. We visited Hurricane Ridge, the Elwha area, Lake Crescent, Marymere Falls, and several additional scenic stops throughout the day, and every single location was absolutely breathtaking. The landscapes were stunning, but what truly elevated this experience was the way the entire day was curated and paced. Nothing ever felt rushed. We had time to really take in the scenery, walk around, take photos, learn, and fully experience each stop before moving on to the next. Our guide Evan was phenomenal. Incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, thoughtful, and genuinely passionate about the ecosystem, history, geology, and ecology of Olympic National Park. Listening to him explain how the landscapes were formed, how the ecosystems function, and the history behind the region made the entire experience feel so much deeper and more meaningful. It honestly made me want to continue learning more after the tour ended. What also stood out was how well he created an atmosphere for the group. During the drive, everyone introduced themselves and shared a little about where they were from, which made the group feel comfortable and connected. On the ride back, he had everyone share songs that had personal meaning to them, and we talked about why we chose them. It turned what could have just been a long drive into a genuinely memorable and human experience. Even the lunch setup was beautifully organized and thoughtfully presented. Every detail throughout the day felt intentional and well done. The ferry ride, the mountains, the forests, the rivers, the waterfalls, the lakes, it was all unforgettable. Olympic National Park is stunning on its own, but having such an incredible guide and such a well-executed tour made this experience truly exceptional. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Seattle/Olympic area. Easily a 10/10 experience.

This review is waaaaaaaaaaay overdue!! Easily the highlight of our Seattle trip back in January…read more2025 was taking the Olympic National Park Tour with Evergreen Escapes. Martin W. was our tour guide on this expedition and he was exceptional!!! Friendly and down to earth and extremely knowledgeable as well. He really did add another layer to this trip and made you feel comfortable and well-taken cared of. My daughter was a little apprehensive about going as she didn't know what to expect, however, this was also the highlight of her trip as well. I truly wish we had more time to explore what Olympic National Park has to offer, however, if you are on a time crunch and are unfamiliar with the area, this is easily the best way to get a taste of the park. In addition, they also pick you up right from your hotel and also provide coffee, drinks and an exceptional catered lunch! After picking us up and taking the ferry across to Bainbridge (a cool experience itself) it's a bit of a drive to get over to the Port Angeles area where we stopped at the Visitor Center, however, there is lots to see and learn on the way. Fortunately the road was open to get to Hurricane Ridge and we got to experience some snowshoeing (first time we had ever done this) and it was awesome! Not too tiring and for those who might struggle you are given the choice to stay back if you had wanted to (BUT WHY WOULD YOU!!!) We then headed down the mountain and stopped off for some sightseeing and another little walk to stretch the legs and then we headed to our next stop. Wish I can remember the name of the place, however, it was an incredible spot to explore as Martin set up for our catered lunch. It was located right next to a river that had some cool atmospheric mist slowly creeping through. There was also an easy little trail which took you through lush vegetation & moss covered trees to a free-flowing waterfall. It was just stunning and honestly you didn't want to leave. Eventually we headed to our final stop at Cresent Lake. Just wow!! The lake had a bit of a moody feel, however, it was just beautiful and the hike through to get there was just insanely gorgeous and just magical. Words and pictures alone can't do this place justice. It's just something you have to EXPERIENCE!!! One of the other highlights was the trip back on the ferry. It offers up an impressive and unique view of the Seattle cityscape all lit up as you relax and reminisce on the day. Truly wish we had more time in Seattle, as I would without hesitation want to book all of the tours that Evergreen Escapes offer and I imagine each experience is unique depending on what time of year you go as well.

Had a lovely time staying at the Kimpton Palladian for two nights. Deanna at the front desk was…read moreabsolutely lovely, and made sure that we had everything we needed for the stay and extremely helpful, especially when we had a noise issue with the room next door (resolved within minutes). The bar was delightful (shout out to Huntley!), and had great cocktails and local oysters, and the restaurant had great and fresh breakfast options. Still dreaming about the oysters and the smashed breakfast potatoes. One side note: while the hotel is lovely, and deserves 5 stars, the sound proofing between rooms is _very_ poor, and you can hear people even if they are being quiet (but you can especially hear people if they are being loud), and while earplugs are provided for the loud city, the soundproofing there also leaves a bit to be desired, even when using earplugs.

I stayed at the Kimpton Palladian for a couple nights. It turned out to be a very enjoyable time…read more The style of the hotel is classic with a hint of contemporary based on the photos and art throughout. There is an excellent restaurant in Shaker & Spear as well as the Pennyroyal Bar connected to the hotel. The hotel staff are all very friendly and the hotel is kept clean and tidy. The gym is small but serviceable. The rooms are also small but the simple decor and really comfortable bed made for a good night's rest.

Loved our weekend getaway! It was our first time staying here. Rooms were updated and stylish. The…read morecoffee bar had a Nespresso machine which is always appreciated. Bathroom was large and beautiful with a lovely large shower. Valet parking was convenient and fast located right by the front entrance. The view from the room was the showstopper. You are literally right in the market and have a full view of the entire waterfront. While the view from the room was amazing, the terrace view was stunning too. The terrace is accessible to all guests, so if you opted for a city-side room, be sure to check it out. This will be our new go to spot for staycations!

What a great hotel right in the heart of downtown Seattle and a beautiful and well designed hotel…read morewith great port views and next to the Market Place. The port views of the ships and ferries from the 5th floor deck was an added bonus to the fact that we were literally in the center of the market place, one block from the original Starbucks, & the infamous Mac and cheese store. Wish we had more time to stay but we were overnight in & coming off our Alaskan cruise and traveling back to Miami the next morning.

Located within easy walking distance of the Seattle Center (site of the Space Needle and Climate…read morePledge Arena), the Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown is a roomy and comfortable place to stay when in the Seattle area. My wife and I used a Hyatt free night certificate for our one night (it is considered a Category 4 so the cert applied), and found the upgraded room and staff to be just right. This Hyatt House opened in 2014, and most of the facilities were modern (except one of the two elevators was broken during our stay, making elevator waits longer than normal). We checked in about an hour before the normal 4 pm check-in time, and got upgraded to a 1 bedroom King for the night. The living room had a kitchenette (electric cooktop, sink, dishwasher, microwave, and mini fridge) with plates and utensils. It also had a small desk with a real chair, a closet, small flat screen TV, and a sectional sofa. The adjoining bedroom had a King bed, similar flat screen TV (with a lot of basic cable channels) and an average bathroom with large walk-in glass shower. Like many other non-luxury hotels these days, housekeeping is done at the end of the stay unless specifically requested. In the morning, went down to the complementary breakfast. The dining space is huge, with plenty of open seating. The buffet was OK, with a few hot items and many more cold items. I did appreciate the ability to make your own breakfast burrito (always a plus for me when salsa is offered for breakfast). We could have stayed until 14:00 (which was offered without me even asking), but needed to leave a lot earlier to arrive at the airport with plenty of time to spare (it's about a 1:15 trip if taking the train, costing $7 total for each person). Checkout was via the Hyatt app which worked well, and the subsequent email confirmed that the visit had cost me nada.

Beautiful Hyatt with prime location!…read more Easy to walk to many attractions and very safe even at night! The staff were very friendly and our room was spotless. Breakfast was a huge perk as well! They had all the basics covered. Also family friendly! Only negative was the elevators kept breaking down. 5 flights of stairs for every outing was a lot over time.

Located in Aurora Seattle area. 30 minute bus ride each way…read moreto Seattle This is not a traditional Comfort Suites but more of a mom and pop feel operation. Friendly staff and management. Free Breakfast includes waffles scrambled eggs toast bagels yogurt with selection of fruits. Uber/Lyft from Amtrak $40 to hotel each way. Cost is more if from SEATAC. Bus Line E $3 each way to from Seattle. Walk to Asian Market where Rain Cafe is open till 9pm for great coffee and also Sprouts next door. Nice to be living like locals and use public transportation. Room is clean and tidy with nice mattress sheets and lots of pillows.

We were trying to take a family trip to the zoo lights and not being familiar with the area I just…read moregoogled hotels nearest there which up come comfort inn and suites. There were 6 of us therefore we needed two rooms. When we had gotten there we could tell that this was an establishment used for hourly and long term stay. the back of, and our toilet you could clearly see hadn't been cleaned in who knows how long. Hair all over the bathroom floor and a part of the ceiling looked as though it had water damage. Disgusting!! The entire room just seemed dingy and gross and made it questionable as to when the last time it had an actual cleaning. The bed sheets had holes and rips in them. We were going to checkout however we just figured it's one night and we will only be sleeping here. I wouldn't even suggest for that. This teaches me to definitely check reviews the next time I travel! I only given it one start because it made me. Otherwise I encourage you to not even waste your time or money here.

Loved our stay! Thick, fluffy towels, down pillows, perfect mattress, soft, high end sheets... and…read moreso tastefully decorated. Absolutely recommend!

We had a great one night stay here. The room that we stayed in was recently redone and it was very…read morepretty and clean. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because this hotel does not have an elevator, which can get a little bit exhausting with luggage. There is a guy that can help you, but he is pretty busy and you have to wait a little bit so we ended up carrying up our luggage by ourselves. Everyone at the front desk was super friendly and welcoming and the coffee shop that is attached was really cute. I would definitely stay here again if I went to Seattle. I love the old school charm of the building and I am glad that they are redoing the wallpaper and such because there definitely is an old smell to the building which is unavoidable. I will say also that there is a smell of stale smoke in the common building carpet so if you are sensitive to scent, just keep that in mind. The room was really spacious and even had an extra area that could be an office. No complaints! The air conditioner, and the ceiling fan were bonuses. Some free coffee in the lobby would be a nice addition for your guests, but they did give water upon check-in which was needed! The lady at the front desk also switched our room so we could check in a few hours early, which was a huge relief since we wanted to explore Seattle before our show. Also, the perfect walking distance to the climate pledge Arena.

My husband selected Hyatt Regency - Seattle for our family Feb staycation. The room was extremely…read moreaccommodating and spacious for our three busy and excited children. Every hotel staff we had the opportunity to engage with were all very courteous and kind. The room yielded amazing views, wonderful features, and was extremely clean. I definitely recommend selecting Hyatt Regency Seattle when planning your trip or staycation in Seattle.

This hotel is located steps away from the convention center which makes it a great place to stay…read morefor an event. The only downside to our stay was that they don't have valet and the self parking garage is open to the public. The hotel itself was really nice. It was updated and so was our room. The lobby staff were all very helpful and very quick to respond to any of our questions and needs. We were even able to get some of the housekeeping staff to chat with us. Everything in the room was great. I don't usually say this about hotel beds but it was sooooo comfortable! It was like sleeping on a cloud. There's no waterbottle fill stations except for in the lobby near the restrooms. I think this is a missed opportunity. Adding some to other floors will add convenience for the guests. Our stay was fantastic and we will definitely stay again.

This is likely the best option on Bainbridge -- great location, lovely balconies, clean rooms,…read moreregular housekeeping, even quality morning coffee, etc. The downsides are the uncomfortable beds and inadequate window shades. With a bit more attention, this place would be amazing.

A last minute lucky to get a room stay, for a quick last minute decision to get away from the city…read morefor a shortened weekend. Definitely would recommend this place for a quiet romantic stay for a couple, a great starting off place to explore Brainbridge and the surrounding area for a single too. The big bath was great after a day of hiking, the place is perfectly located with great views of the bay, close enough to walk into town as well as a few places really nearby on the bay, but far enough off the beaten path to be quiet and relaxing. Big bed, big bathroom, and a local coffee ready at the coffee station just down the stairs from the room. A perfect little getaway stay anytime away from the city, just a quick ferry ride away. Will be returning for sure! Happiest Yelps! Cheers!