Korean⚠️ This hotel is permanently closed and no longer in operation. This is a retrospective review from February 2023. Prices and conditions may differ significantly from current market rates.
A 2-night stay at the Hilton Seattle. Booked via Priceline in February 2023, the hotel sat right next to the Washington State Convention Center in the heart of downtown Seattle.
Booking and Price
I booked through Priceline rather than the Hilton official app. Priceline’s Express Deal feature lets you lock in deeply discounted rates on hotels — I’ll cover that in more detail in a separate post. Check-in was February 8, check-out February 10, for a total of 2 nights.
The rate came out to $88 per night, $176 for two nights. After a coupon discount of $21.12 and taxes, the final charge was $208.86 — a 56% discount off the regular rate according to Priceline. Combining Express Deals with third-party coupons made it possible to get a Hilton at a surprisingly low price. By 2026 standards, that rate is basically unimaginable.
Location
Hilton Seattle was located at 1301 6th Avenue, right next to the Washington State Convention Center in downtown Seattle. The surrounding area had plenty of restaurants and shops within walking distance, and Pike Place Market was also easily reachable on foot.
Check-in and Room
The hallway had a classic patterned carpet — a very old-school American hotel vibe. Not as sleek or modern as some other Hilton properties, but it had its own character.
The elevator required inserting a keycard before the floor buttons would respond — a quirky old-school system. It caught me off guard at first.
I was assigned a Double Queen room — two queen beds and a city view through the window. Hilton’s bedding never disappoints; it was soft and comfortable as always.
The overall layout of the room. Two beds, a desk by the window, and ample storage. Perfectly sized for two people — though I was travelling solo, so the extra bed just made the room feel a bit lonely.
The desk, TV, and wardrobe were all lined up along one wall. Given the hotel’s proximity to the convention center, the work setup felt well thought-out — likely catering to a lot of business travellers.
Bathroom
The bathroom had a combination bathtub and shower. The white tiles kept it looking clean, though the space itself was a bit cramped. Toiletries were provided in wall-mounted dispensers rather than single-use bottles.
Breakfast — Redtrees Restaurant & Bar
Breakfast is not included — you order à la carte at the hotel’s restaurant, redtrees restaurant & bar. The menu had a solid lineup: Fresh Waffle ($13), French Toast ($13), Yogurt Parfait ($9), Ham, Egg and Cheese Sandwich ($9), Omelette ($19), and more. By today’s US prices, it reads surprisingly affordable.
I ordered the Redtrees Continental ($10) — pastries, fruit, and a coffee. Light but perfectly sufficient for a morning before heading out.
The lounge also offered a simple continental breakfast — toast, butter, croissant, and Chobani yogurt. Nothing elaborate, but handy if you just want something quick before heading out.
That wraps up my review of the now-closed Hilton Seattle.
Summary
- Great value for a Hilton — Priceline Express Deal made it very affordable
- Unbeatable location next to the convention center in downtown Seattle
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Double Queen room was spacious and had a decent city view
- Interiors felt dated compared to newer Hilton properties
- Bathroom was on the small side
- A shame it’s closed — won’t be going back