The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel Seattle

Hotels
Sonesta Hotels
9.2 (950 reviews)
1007 First Avenue , Seattle , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Limited food options for dietary preferences
Unsafe bathroom door

Categories

Cleanliness
7.85
Inconsistent reviews mention cleanliness but a guest experienced an unsafe door and poor service regarding their complaint.
Service
10
Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
10
Multiple reviews praise the hotel's great location and convenience to key areas.
Room Quality
9.35
Guests enjoyed spacious, comfortable rooms with good ambiance.
Amenities
8.85
Mixed feedback on amenities; some guests wished for more food options.
Value for Money
9.35
Overall, guests felt they received good value for their stay, especially given the location.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Feedback indicates a need for more vegetarian options, particularly for breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.85
Despite some issues, many guests had a positive overall experience, particularly with the service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:40

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in the Heart of Seattle

Prime Location: Situated in the vibrant city centre of Seattle, The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel Seattle offers a convenient stay just minutes away from the waterfront, ferry terminal, and popular attractions like CenturyLink Field and Pike Place Market.

Unique Amenities: Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a well-stocked honor bar, and the renowned Bookstore Bar & Cafe with its extensive whiskey collection and book purchasing options.

Exceptional Services: Indulge in morning coffee service, stay active at the state-of-the-art fitness centre, and benefit from the 24-hour front desk and concierge assistance for a seamless experience.

Book now to experience a perfect blend of luxury and convenience at The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel Seattle.

Important information:

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $80 per ROOM, per stay applies. A maximum of 2 pets per room is allowed .

Room rates are subject to a daily Destination Fee of $25.00 (plus applicable taxes), which includes:
- A $12 credit in the Bookstore Café and Bar
- Two complimentary bottles of water in guest room upon arrival
- Access to Riot Athletics – an off-site gym
- 24-hour fitness centers access
- The 1000 Block Card with discounts at local stores and restaurants
- Guest room complimentary WiFi
- One hour use of the Studio meeting room (upon availability)
- Complimentary local and long distance calls from guest room
- $5 mini bar creditGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SEA

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 50 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 950 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.85
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 9.35
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 9.85
M
Mark couple ca
10
Pros:

Spacious rooms, nice bathroom area and comfortable bed

Cons:

Bad smell in the hallway

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
M
Mark family_with_children ca
9
lovely
Pros:

Location, decor, friendly staff. Lovely hotel bar.

Cons:

Noisey room, maybe due to window that was not sealing on closure.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Daniel family_with_children us
9
2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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GetAwayChelle Couples Tacoma, Washington
10
A quick 2 day staycation during the Fourth Of July.
Pros:

We had an amazing stay at the Kimpton Alexis hotel in Seattle! We loved loved the spa Suite where we stayed. They upgraded Us for free! The bathtub and bathroom area is simply amazing! I loved the modern Decor all throughout. I absolutely love that you can dim all the different lights in the main room and the bedroom area. My biggest thing I absolutely loved is the fact that we could take our cat.They were extremely happy to have him. Because, he is part of our family, it made us feel very good that they were so attentive to our pet. We absolutely also loved that you can walk easily to Pikes Place Market and the waterfront area. The only thing I missed was a microwave in the room. We definitely will be back!!

2026-03-27 via Tripadvisor
E
elizabeth534 Business San Francisco, California
10
Awesome hotel in perfect location
Pros:

Very friendly staff (they seemed genuinely happy!), comfortable rooms, fun decor, and amazing location. Everything was perfect.

2026-03-27 via Tripadvisor
B
Barbsiegogo Family Boulder, Colorado
10
Amazing customer service
Pros:

I am so glad I booked the Sonesta. I have never stayed at this brand before but I am glad I took a chance. The location is great. The rooms are huge and spacious, with comfortable beds and great air conditioning. All the staff are wonderful specifically Brandon and Scottie. The Bookstore Bar’s food was good, quick and pleasant service. I highly recommend this hotel.

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
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E3139FHchrisf Friends getaway
10
Noble is the best!
Pros:

Noble at the front desk was very accommodating and friendly. He made me and my families experience a 10/10. Was very professional and generous upon checking in after not only having a packed but lobby but phone calls coming in left to right. This was me and my wife's first time here and can honestly say that the experience here has been far better than others. Thanks again to Noble for his professionalism and kindness to out of towners!

2026-03-14 via Tripadvisor
J
Jeff family_with_children us
9
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
K
kennykid523 Couples
10
Comfortable & convenient
Pros:

This is a nice hotel with really nice staff. Brandon & Nobel at the front desk showed us exceptional hospitality & made us feel welcome & at home. Very convenient to many downtown attractions like Pikes Place & the waterfront. Room amenities are nice with comfortable bed & convenient drink & snack options in the room. The valet staff Scott, Jay & Robert were helpful & accommodating. The only question mark for us was why Lobby coffee was not available all day. We would stay here again.

2026-03-10 via Tripadvisor
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naomilM2757BF Couples
10
Overall a lovely stay
Pros:

Such a great experience! We stayed for one night and the Noble was so kind to give us a complimentary room upgrade. Everything was clean, comfortable, and the service was excellent. Really appreciated the hospitality and would love to stay again <3

2026-03-10 via Tripadvisor
7
723kingsleyc Friends getaway
10
Great rooms/ great service
Pros:

Great trip. Great room - awesome service at a beyond reasonable price. This is the only hotel I’ll be staying in when I visit Seattle. Highly recommend. Big shout out to my guy Noble - he was incredibly helpful.

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor
Y
Yuki couple jp
8
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
S
straysoda Couples
10
Thoughtfully designed downtown stay
Pros:

This was my second stay and I would absolutely stay here again.

Huge thank you to Noble at reception who upgraded us to a room with a separate living room area. That extra space made such a difference since my partner and I were staying the full week for work downtown. It gave him a comfortable setup to work remotely with stable WiFi at the desk, and it was nice knowing he could also work from the living room or head down to the attached Bookstore Bar & Café if he wanted a change of space. Meanwhile, I could easily walk to my office each day.

The room itself felt really comfortable and thoughtfully designed. The giant windows, almost the length of the entire wall, brought in beautiful natural light during the day and made the space feel open and calm. At night, the blackout curtains were excellent coverage no big gaps. We both slept great. It was also very quiet. I barely heard any noise from adjacent rooms or overhead, which I always appreciate in a city hotel.

I used the 24/7 gym a couple of times during the week. It was tidy, clean, and efficiently designed and creative that they separate different types of workout into two different rooms / floors cardio vs. functional. Everything felt well maintained and easy to use.

Location wise, it was super convenient. It’s about a 8 minute walk to the Symphony train station, which made getting back to the airport simple on our way out. It was also an easy walk to Pike Place Market, one of the Taylor Shellfish Farms locations, the Chinatown-International District, and many excellent coffee shops.

I previously stayed here when my company booked a corporate block for an offsite for a few days. This stay was excellent. It made for a really comfortable home base for a full work week in downtown Seattle.

2026-03-05 via Tripadvisor
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Dustin couple us
10
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Kimberly solo_traveller us
10
Great staff made a wonderful visit, along with a lovely room.
Pros:

Wonderful, welcoming staff. Great restaurant recommendation. Close to ferry which I needed. Well appointed room.

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
M
melisa1978 Couples
8
Good location and the charm of a building with a history
Pros:

We had a great stay. The staff was friendly and attentive, check in was super fast. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the noise we experienced during the stay. We had a room with view to the back alley and we were woken up by noise very early in the morning, garbage trucks and such. Also the aircon/heating system seems very outdated. When visiting in February you want your room to be warm. But that would mean that the fan went nuts about once an hour in order to fill the room with a huge amount of warm air and then go silent again…and then go bananas again the following hour. I think a better solution would be ideal.

2026-02-23 via Tripadvisor
3
309Thabang Business Pretoria, Gauteng
10
My Visit at Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel
Pros:

When I arrived at Alexis I was welcomed by a gentleman Noble at the reception. He was professional in his conduct and confirmed my booking without a hassle. On my way to the room, I observed that the hotel was clean and neat, with beautiful artwork on walls. My room was also clean, neat, and well decorated with artwork. Toilet is flushing and shower has hot water. There was complimentary coffee and water available. The room is spacious and feels like a house or a home.

2026-02-08 via Tripadvisor
翠蘭 family_with_children tw
9
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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sd8905 Friends getaway
10
Relaxing, accommodating, friendly
Pros:

The hotel is beautiful and everyone is so friendly and helpful! Noble at the front desk made it special and went the extra mile!!

2026-02-01 via Tripadvisor
H
Harsharn couple us
10
Excellent
Pros:

Manager was awesome and accommodating

Cons:

Everything was great

2026-01-28 via Nuitee