Lotte Hotel, Seattle
More photosLotte Hotel Seattle is a striking blend of the past and the future, merging a contemporary 44-story glass skyscraper with the historic Sanctuary, a beautifully restored Beaux-Arts building from 1908. Originally America’s first United Methodist Church, the Sanctuary now serves as an opulent venue for events, preserving its original pipe organ and stunning stained-glass windows.
The hotel’s interiors were crafted by world-renowned designer Philippe Starck, who brought his signature playful, modern aesthetic to the property. A highlight for many guests is the reception desk on the 16th floor, which is carved from a single 3,000-year-old sequoia log. Throughout the property, abstract motifs and natural materials pay homage to Seattle’s roots as a historic logging town.
Guest rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that capture sweeping views of Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, and the cityscape. High-end amenities like Le Spa de l’hôtel Lotte and the Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge—which serves elevated Pacific Northwest cuisine—ensure a luxurious experience centered on refined, understated Korean hospitality.
Its central location on 5th Avenue places you within walking distance of major landmarks. You can easily reach the iconic Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum, and the Smith Tower. Whether you are exploring the nearby waterfront or heading to the Space Needle, the hotel acts as a polished and sophisticated anchor in the heart of downtown.
Expert reviews
“Lotte Hotel Seattle stands as a study in design. A 1908 beaux arts building — the nation’s oldest — dubbed The Sanctuary serves as downtown hotel’s landmark façade and hosts special events. The rest of the 2020-opened Lotte resides in a gleaming glass tower that stretches 44 stories.”
“Philippe Starck-designed, mid-century-inspired interiors feature sleek mirrored surfaces (even in the bathroom), an eclectic mix of contemporary art, faux-bois motifs, and floor-to-ceiling windows, some with lovely views of Elliott Bay and Smith Tower.”
“This Philippe Starck-designed hotel occupies 16 floors of the flashy, 44-floor F5 Tower in the heart of Downtown Seattle. Everything about the hotel, inside and out, comes off striking and beautiful. While Seattle’s style of luxury usually requires deferring to a casual aesthetic, the Lotte commits to the kind of high-end hotel that appeals to international business moguls.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Private parking
- Free Wifi
- Comfortable beds
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