My family and I live somewhat locally. We were scheduled to fly out early in the morning and decided that staying in a near by hotel would be easier than driving the extra hour to the airport in the morning. We have always had good stays at embassy suites, no matter what the location. We decided to stay at this embassy despite the fact it is not "right" at the airport. I was pleased to find that they beds and bedding were "upgraded" from the last time we stayed here, making them extra comfy. The room (as usual) was very clean and large. The staff was extra helpful. Knowing that we would need to have a 4am wake up, we knew that we needed to try and get a good night sleep. We saw right after check in that there were many groups. (often this hotel is booked for birthday parties) I went to the front desk and explained that we would need to not be next to a group and asked how close were were. The front desk person noted that although there is no one right near us, she would rather just move us all the way to the top floor where there would be no one above us and only a single person to one side of us. Then she suggested to us that we take advantage of their shuttle to the airport. We had not even considered this. Our plan was to drive early to a lot we normally park in when we fly and then take their shuttle. This would have taken more time plus we would have had the cost of parking for the week. The shuttle in the morning from embassy was excellent as was the return from the airport. I must admit I was a bit hesitant, given that their parking lot is not secure and the location may not be the most "friendly" at night. I was pleased to find that our car was fine when we returned. With our large family, embassy suites is always our first choice for hotels!!!

Hotel is nice and has big rooms. I was there on business and found the staff to be nice, the rooms clean and big, and free breakfast good. Hotel has very small gift shop. It is a little tricky to get to from the airport.

I stayed at the Embassy Suites for 1 night on business. It was a very nice hotel, big rooms and comfy beds. The managers cocktail hour and breakfast buffet were both great. I would recommend this hotel - very clean and a good location.

Rennovation is in progress in this hotel, currently on floors 2 and 3. During the day, jackhammers can be heard, but not as loud as you might imagine when I mention that word. If you are staying here, you might consider asking in advance where the rennovation is occurring, and requesting a room away from that area.

This hotel has a convenient location near the airport and the Southcenter Mall with restaurants and shops. It's near the intersection of two freeways that lead to Seattle and the suburbs. Several other Hilton and Marriott properties are nearby.

Parking is a weak spot. Both on their website, and on a printed placard at the reception desk, "Park at your own risk" is clearly stated. This is not true for any of the other ES hotels in suburban Seattle, nor at any other ES in the US where I have stayed. It makes me assume that they have had security problems. And the parking lot layout makes me understand why. Parking is only available along one side of the hotel in a smallish lot, and another larger lot 1/2 block farther in back. This area is not under the observation of the front desk personnel, although it is reasonably well lit.

Behind the hotel parking lot is a train track with 24hr freight trains, some of which are blowing their horns. If you request a room in the front of the hotel, this will not be very noticeable.

This is one of the larger ES properties in Seattle. My room was one of the corner units which I would consider a deluxe room, so the living room is an odd, large space (dining table with six chairs!), and a smaller bedroom. Both living and bedrooms have windows compared to the standard room where only the bedroom has a window (windows do not open).

This room smelled fresh and was nicely decorated. Like all ES, it is a true suite with a bedroom door that closes. This masks out any atrium noise. The layout is also well suited to having kids sleep in the living room on the pullout sofa bed.

The pool/workout area also has a curious security sign for "no cameras or cellphones". What are they concerned about?

Front desk check-in also had more security with asking me for my picture ID, certainly OK, but I just don't normally encounter that.

The breakfast bar was good, with cook-to-order omelettes, and steam table eggs available if you are in a hurry. Funny, there was also more security at this breakfast bar than what I normally encounter at ES. They actually did check for and collect the little breakfast card that is provided at checkin for all ES. I guess people come in off the streets and try to get a free breakfast?

The area is pretty safe in my opinion, but not well layed out if you like a walk after dinner. There is a jogging/biking path that connects with a nearby river route and park. Speaking of dinner, I did not eat in the restaurant, but I was surprised that this hotel has quite an active night life at the hotel restaurant/bar on the weekend, with dancing and some live entertainment. Normally, the ES restaurants are pretty much vacant. Of course, the sound does echo throughout the atrium building.

Internet access costs $10/day (should be free in a hotel of this class), and is wireless only. Bring your own PC wireless card, or you may be able to borrow one on a first-come, first-served basis from the front desk.

Gas station, mini mart, and a couple of fast food joints are within walking distance which is convenient.

Overall, I think this is a very acceptable place to stay for the business traveler during the week, and a good value for families on the weekend. (for kids, there is a nearby fun park in front of another hotel just on the other side of the highway).