About Staypineapple, University Inn, University District Seattle
Staypineapple, University Inn, University District Seattle offers smoke-free, boutique accommodations close to the University of Washington. The hotel is located four blocks away from I-5.
Spacious guestrooms are equipped with cable TV, work desk and chair, in-room safe, ironing facilities, and luxury linens. Complimentary Wi-Fi and free local calls are available. Some rooms also include microwave, mini-refrigerator, sofa, and full-length windows.
The hotel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour reception, and limited on-site parking. Guests can take advantage of a complimentary shuttle service, free bike hire, and an afternoon reception with coffee and signature afternoon treats. Guests have access to exercise and meeting facilities at a nearby location.
The onsite restaurant, Portage Bay Café, is open daily for breakfast and lunch. There are a number of other dining options within walking distance.
Husky Stadium and Lake Union are located within two miles of Staypineapple, University Inn, University District Seattle, on the other side of the campus. Downtown Seattle is a short shuttle bus ride away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Exceptional customer service.
Guests staying at University Inn Seattle are quick to praise the hospitality of hotel staff. According to reports, employees are friendly and welcoming, with the front desk and concierge staff being highlighted for going above and beyond the call of duty to accommodate guests' needs.
positive:
Convenient location for motorists.
The hotel is located just four blocks from I-5, making it readily accessible for motorists traveling to or through Seattle. Furthermore, the hotel also offers quick and easy passage to the University of Washington campus, Husky Stadium, and Lake Union.
positive:
Shuttle service comes in handy.
Guests report that the hotel offers a shuttle service that comes in very handy. Serving a four-mile radius, the shuttle bus is ideal for guests looking to explore Downtown Seattle and all of its attractions. According to reports, the only downside to the shuttle service is that spaces soon fill up.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Breakfast can be somewhat chaotic.
While many guests enjoy the complimentary breakfast on offer at University Inn Seattle, some report that breakfast time can be hectic. According to reports, the breakfast bar area isn't big enough to cope with demand, leaving some guests to grab some food and retreat to their room.
negative:
Limited parking facilities.
Parking proves an issue for some guests staying at the hotel. The adjacent parking lot does not have enough parking spaces to meet demand, resulting in a first come, first served situation. This leaves some guests to seek alternative parking arrangements.
negative:
Bedding not to everybody's liking.
A number of guests are disappointed by the hotel's European-style duvet / comforter bedding. Guests report this type of bedding can make for a hot and uncomfortable stay. There are, as of now, unsubstantiated reports that hotel management is planning to provide alternative bedding.