Seattle was our destination of choice to celebrate a major wedding anniversary and set off on an extended vacation across the Pacific Northwest. Staying downtown was important to us, especially to be near the waterfront and Seattle Center. Another important consideration was full amenities but in an more intimate setting...no convention center hotels for this trip.
As a member of The Kimpton chain's loyalty program, I fortuitously got an email about a summer sale and noticed the Hotel Vintage. I knew its location was exactly what we'd hoped for (strolling distance to Pikes, Pioneer Square, shopping, and the ferry to Victoria BC), saw a terrific price vs. other national chains and independents, and figured I wouldn't go wrong with a Kimpton. I guessed right!
From the time of check-in, our stay was fantastic. I had noted that it was our anniversary on the advance check-in and the front desk acknowledged it immediately on arrival. Better yet, our room was upgraded (pretty big sitting area plus king, lots of glass) and management sent us up a bottle of champagne to assist in our celebration...thank you again Vintage staff). Very comfortable newly decorated room, adequate health club, lovely tv (it was our 30th anniversary, we do watch the news), and a very charming Italian bistro accessed through the lobby...breakfast and one dinner there and we were very impressed.
Bottom line: I am a frequent business traveler. This hotel is great for business and pleasure. Customer-centric front desk and bell staff, lovely spacious rooms, stellar location, competitive rates, and a wonderful Kimpton loyalty program. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat.