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IN THE SOUL of the EMERALD CITY

Fairmont Olympic, Seattle's Grand Dame, has defined luxury for over 100 years. Perfectly positioned in downtown, the hotel blends timeless elegance with modern experiences, continually evolving to meet today’s traveler’s needs while preserving its iconic Pacific Northwest charm.

LOCATION & CONTACT

HOTEL LOCATION

411 University Street

98101 SEATTLE

United States

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HOTEL CONTACT

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Telephone +1 888 363 5022
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Getting Here

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SeaTac) (SEA)

Distance: Approximately 14 miles south of the hotel. Travel time: About 20-30 minutes by car.

 

Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI)

Distance: Approximately 7 miles south of the hotel. Travel time: About 15-20 minutes by car. Primarily serves general aviation and corporate flights.

 

Paine Field/Snohomish County Airport (PAE)

Distance: Approximately 25 miles north of the hotel, in Everett. Travel time: About 40-50 minutes by car. Serves limited commercial flights.

You can reserve multiple airport shuttle options in advance for transportation to and from the Fairmont Olympic. For more information, please contact our concierge team at SEA.Concierge@Fairmont.com.

The nearest public transportation hub to Fairmont Olympic is the Link Light Rail at University Street Station, just a short, 6 minute walk away on 3rd Avenue between Union and Seneca Streets in Downtown Seattle. This station is served by Line 1 of the Link light rail, offering direct travel to Sea-Tac International Airport. Additionally, the Seattle Center Monorail, located on the third floor of Westlake Center, is also a short walk from the hotel and provides convenient access to city-center attractions. Link Light Rail Fare $3 Seattle Center Monorail Fare $3

We offer private airport transfers for your convenience. To arrange your transfer or for more information, please contact our concierge team at SEA.Concierge@Fairmont.com.

All taxis from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport are metered, with costs varying based on traffic and time of day. The estimate provided does not include tax, tolls, or gratuity.

  • Approximate Cost: $55-$65

 

Rideshare costs to or from the airport depend on the ride type, trip length, duration, tolls, and current demand. Be sure to check your rideshare app for an estimate before booking to get an accurate fare.

  • Approximate Cost: $70-$80

Driving Directions from SeaTac Airport:

  • Exit SeaTac Airport by following signs for WA-518 E/I-5 N/I-405 N
  • Merge onto WA-518 E via the ramp to I-5 N (towards Seattle)
  • Continue with South Directions

 

Driving Directions from South:

  • Continue on I-5 N for approximately 12 miles
  • Take Exit 165B for Union Street toward the Convention Center
  • Continue on Union Street for about 0.5 miles
  • Turn left onto 5th Avenue
  • In about 0.1 miles, turn right onto Seneca Street.
  • The Fairmont Olympic Hotel will be on your right at 411 University Street
  • The drive is approximately 25-30 minutes, depending on traffic

 

Driving Directions from North:

  • Start on I-5 South
  • Get onto Interstate 5 (I-5) South from your starting location in North Seattle
  • Stay on I-5 South for about 5-10 miles, depending on your exact location
  • Take Exit 165A for James Street: Use the right lanes to take Exit 165A toward James Street, following signs for downtown Seattle
  • Turn Right onto James Street: At the end of the exit ramp, turn right onto James Street
  • Turn Right onto 5th Avenue
  • After a few blocks, turn right onto 5th Avenue
  • Arrive at Fairmont Olympic Hotel: Continue for about three blocks. The Fairmont Olympic grand entrance will be on your right at 411 University Street.

 

The drive typically takes about 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Let us take care of your transport

Our Concierge is pleased to arrange your transportation to help you pleasantly reach your destination.