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About the Hotel

621 Capitol Way South, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98501

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel - A downtown hotel with scenic views, fitness facilities, and complimentary breakfast

This 4-star downtown Olympia hotel offers rooms with scenic views of Capitol Lake, Puget Sound, and the Olympic Mountains. All guestrooms at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel include refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, free WiFi, laptop-friendly workspaces, and air conditioning. The property features a heated outdoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, fitness center, and three meeting rooms totaling 3807 square feet. A complimentary buffet breakfast is available each morning at Red Lion Inn & Suites, along with 24/7 coffee and tea service. The hotel is located just steps from the Washington State Capitol Building and within a 5-minute walk of Capitol Lake Park. The surrounding walkable area includes the Olympia Farmers Market, Boardwalk, and Puget Sound waterfront. Free parking and concierge services are provided for guests.

Pros

Scenic views of Capitol Lake, Puget Sound, and the Olympic Mountains from guest rooms

Heated outdoor pool, jacuzzi, and sauna available on-site

Complimentary buffet breakfast and 24/7 coffee/tea service

Free WiFi and parking provided for all guests

Walking distance to Washington State Capitol Building and Capitol Lake Park

Cons

Sea-Tac Airport is 52.5 miles away from the property

The 5.4/10 Booking.com rating may indicate inconsistent guest experiences

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room Two Queen Beds
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2 persons
305 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
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2 persons
400 sq. feet 
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1 King-size bed
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305 sq. feet 
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Transportation and Accessibility

Transportation options

City Centre
Olympia2000 ft
Airports
Sea-Tac (SEA) 50.0 mi
Boeing Field/King County International (BFI) 55.3 mi
Bus
Bus stop1700 ft

Facilities

This grand hotel provides facilities designed for comfort and memorable stays.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

621 Capitol Way South, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98501
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621 Capitol Way South, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98501
Nearby
615 Washington St SE
Sylvester Park
500 ft
Park
Heritage Park
800 ft
Gallery
State Of The Arts Gallery
700 ft
Gallery
Childhood's End Gallery
1000 ft
320 4th Ave W Percival Landing
Tugboat Sand Man
1400 ft
Bridge
5th Avenue Bridge
2000 ft
600 Washington St SE
Old Capitol Building
600 ft
416 Capitol Way South
Compass Rose
700 ft
406 Capitol Way South
Archibald Sisters
800 ft
Aquarium
Puget Sound Estuarium
2000 ft
620 Franklin St SE
Carnegie Library
1000 ft
Park
Heritage Park Fountain
1100 ft
Night club
Jake's On 4th
1200 ft
Restaurants
Peace, Love and Raw
300 ft
111 Legion Way SW
Pizzeria La Gitana
500 ft
518 Capitol Way S
Waterstreet Cafe and Bar
900 ft
610 Water St SW
Saigon Rendez-Vous Restaurant
800 ft
117 5th Ave SW
Hotstone Authentic Korean Cuisine
800 ft
119 5th Ave SW
Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya
800 ft
120 5th Ave SW
Hawley's Gelato & Coffee
800 ft
511 Washington St SE
Swing Wine Bar
1600 ft
825 Columbia Street Southwest
Quality Burrito
1000 ft
213 4th Avenue East

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 3 reviews
5.3
5.3/10 based on 1283 reviews
Thomas
United States, April  2024
6.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was convenient in Downtown Olympia, but the surrounding area had some unpleasant aspects. The service was friendly, though there were a few issues with the room and facilities. The dining experience was average, offering only typical American breakfast options.

Rooms
6.0
The room had a tiny desk but lacked a working bathroom fan. There was also a deposit required for room services.
Service
7.0
The staff, despite facing stress due to the elevator, remained professional and positive during our stay. However, cleaning rags were left in the room.
Location
5.0
The hotel is situated in Downtown Olympia near the Greyhound Bus station and a park, but the area outside the hotel at night was not pleasant due to the presence of homeless individuals and other questionable characters.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, serving typical American breakfast items. The location was convenient with access to the DASH bus route.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent but could have been better.
Christopher
United States, January  2024
6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms facing the lake on the 2nd to 8th floors offered pretty sunsets and picturesque views. However, the rooms tended to get hot, requiring me to keep the door open for a breeze to cool down the room. The service had some ups and downs; although there were rude comments during check-in, they were professional and positive overall. The location was a bit odd, with street people around, but it was excellent for my work needs near the city center. The dining was decent but could use some improvement, especially with the bathroom facilities. Overall, it's a place with both positives and negatives to consider.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms facing the lake on the 2nd to 8th floors had pretty sunsets and a picturesque view over the lake. However, they could get a bit hot, requiring me to keep the door open for a breeze.
Service
7.0
The service, despite some rude comments during check-in, remained professional and positive. It was included in the room rate, which was nice.
Location
6.0
The location was a bit odd with street people hanging around, but it was excellent near the city center with decent views.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was basic, but more than adequate. The bathroom facilities could use some updating.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were in a tangle of extension cords, which could be a bit inconvenient.
Great views
Odd location
Bob
United States, August  2023
7.6/10

The hotel had a bit of a rocky start with the room situation, but eventually, I got a room that matched what I paid for. The Wi-Fi in the room I ended up in was better, but the temperature was on the warmer side. The room was clean, and the staff were extremely courteous and respectful. The continental breakfast was a bit bland but decent. Its location is excellent for exploring downtown Olympia, with a great view of the lake and the capital building.

Rooms
8.0
After a mix-up, I finally got a room that was the same type I booked. The temperature was a bit high, but the room was clean. The staff were really nice and respectful.
Service
7.0
The service started a bit rough as the staff emerged from the back room, but they did come around, eventually showing some courtesy and respect.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located right in downtown Olympia, close to everything you'd want to explore. It's convenient for visiting the lake, Capitol building, and restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory with both hot and cold options. The food was decent, and the staff member was friendly.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were standard and met my needs during the stay.
Great location
Bland breakfast
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