11.14.2023

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🧳 Pack your bags

Plan a stay you’ll never forget at one of these unique places in Seattle

Hotel Sorrento has been around for more than 100 years. | Photo via Hotel Sorrento

We all need a staycation or trip to a different city from time to time. Whether you’re a Seattleite feeling a little cooped up or a visitor looking for a special Emerald City experience, picking the perfect home away from home is crucial.

We went looking for unique lodgings around town that showcase that quirky spirit. So choose your ideal digs, pack your bags, and get ready for a memorable getaway.

Hideaways with history

Hotel Sorrento | First Hill
Built in 1909, this hotel is one of Seattle’s oldest. It’s also rumored to be rather haunted, so beware if you dare to spend the night. However, we must say that the hotel’s beautiful architecture, patio space, and grand crackling fireplace are definitely worth any midnight scares.

Shafer Baillie Mansion | Capitol Hill
This traditional bed and breakfast is nestled within one of Seattle’s original “Millionaire’s Row” mansions. The Tudor Revival-styled home features brilliantly carved wooden accents throughout the building, a delightfully cozy reading room, and a stage for any performative acts you’ve prepared.

It’s proven that breakfast just tastes better when eaten overlooking a lake.
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Photo via Airbnb

Retreats on the Water

Waterfront Mid-Century Modern Gem | Sammamish
Stylish and serene — this Airbnb features lots of vintage-inspired interior design and includes a private lakeside dock, hot tub, and close proximity to the Lake Sammamish Trail.

European White Castle on Lake Desire | Maple Valley
While this large waterfront home certainly has quite the Tudor look, the inside is completely modernized with lots of natural lighting, several outdoor lounging spaces, and a big fireplace.

Rooms with a view

Private Two-Bedroom Escape | Alki
Gaze across Elliott Bay at downtown Seattle during your morning coffee ritual or while soaking up the heat in this rental’s infrared sauna that is also, yes, facing out across the water.

King Suite with Mt. Rainier Views | Fremont
In this Airbnb, you’ll have your own private rooftop patio with clear views of Mt. Rainier and downtown Seattle. Plus — you also get access to a one-car garage.

Even more stunning spots

Asked

Do you prefer a “do nothing” vacation or a “do something” vacation?

A. Do nothing — I want to relax.
B. Do something — Bring on the adventure.

Let us know

Events

Tuesday, Nov. 14

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” | Tuesday, Nov. 14-Saturday, Dec. 23 | Times vary | Village Theatre, 303 Front St. North, Issaquah | $53-$115 | Feel the Earth move under your feet in this stage celebration of the songwriter’s storied career.
Olmstead Presents: Movie Night | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 7-10 p.m. | Olmstead, 314 Broadway East, Seattle | Free | Grab a cocktail and free bottomless popcorn for a little movie with friends.

Wednesday, Nov. 15

Fortune Cookie Baking Class | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Batch Baking Company, 808 12th Ave., Seattle | $75 | Learn how to make your own superstitious sweet with some fortunes you wrote at home.
“Friends” Thanksgiving Episodes Trivia | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Wildrose, 1021 East Pike St., Seattle | $6 | Gather your besties for a chance to win some sweet prizes — questions cover all 10 Thanksgiving episodes.

Thursday, Nov. 16

Seattle Pun-Off | Thursday, Nov. 16 | 8 p.m. | Fremont Abbey Arts Center, 4272 Fremont Ave. North, Seattle | $12-$22 | Think you’re punnier than the average Joe? You’ll have two minutes to make as many puns as you can about whatever topic you pick.
Open Mic Night | Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 7 p.m. | Heard Coffee, 115 S. Jackson St., Seattle | Free | Have a song or poem you’d like to share? Come and let the crowd enjoy it — or sit back and listen to others while sipping a yummy beverage.
Skip the Small Talk | Thursday, Nov. 16 | 7-9 p.m. | Locust Cider Marketplace, 2003 Western Ave., Ste. 110C, Seattle | $15 | Jump straight to the real conversations you want to have while you make friends or meet potential love connections.

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News Notes

Civic

Seattle City Council is considering a proposal to require companies like DoorDash and Rover to pay a 10 cents per order fee. The funding would be used to support the enforcement and regulation of the city’s new minimum wage requirements and protections for local gig workers. (GeekWire)

Cause

Seattle-based group Dignity for Divas is organizing a “10 for 10" sock drive to benefit women across Western Washington experiencing homelessness. Their goal is to donate 1,000 pairs of new socks to 10 shelters across the region. Dignity for Divas is accepting Amazon orders, drop-offs, and monetary donations. (KING 5)

Open

A new nonalcoholic bottle shop is now open in Phinney Ridge. Cheeky & Dry, located at 6120 Phinney Ave., sells a variety of nonalcoholic wines + beers, sparkling teas, CBD-infused drinks, and other low or no ABV spirits. (Eater Seattle)

Biz

Need some help patching up your storefront? The city of Seattle is still offering local business owners funding to repair damage done to their stores by vandals. Any vandalism that occurred after March 1, 2020, is eligible to be covered by the grant.

Seasonal

It’s almost the holiday season — and permits are now available for those looking to cut down their own Christmas trees in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The permits are only $5 and can be purchased online. (KING 5)

Eat

Seattleite and fast food lover Randy Coté is almost finished with a serious mission — he wants to eat at every single Taco Time location. So far, he’s eaten at 78 out of all 79 locations (they’re all here in the PNW). The only spot still on his list is at 2212 Rainier Ave. S. (Eater Seattle)

Arts

🌎 Explore the world

Try This: Explore the world with Google Arts & Culture

The Wing Luke Museum is located in the heart of the Chinatown-International District. | Photo by @calamityhughes

Whether you’re eager to learn more about different cultures across the globe without stepping foot in an airport, or you want to spend your lunch break doing something other than scrolling social media — we’ve got a pretty neat activity for you to try.

Google Arts & Culture, a digital initiative to make the world’s art and culture more accessible, has partnered with 2,000+ cultural institutions and artists to create a free online platform with high-resolution images and videos of art and artifacts.

There’s no place like Seattle. And honestly, we never tire of learning about the Emerald City — and when you begin looking through some of the city’s historic photos, we have a feeling that you’ll feel similarly. One of our favorites has to be this shot from the Seattle World’s Fair in 1962. Also, be sure to check out the Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience’s collection.

2,000+ digital museums here

The Buy

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Alina

From the editor

It’s been a long time coming, but I finally had my first meals at two Seattle restaurant staples — Pike Place Chowder and Le Pichet. Both experiences were obviously incredible. The salad I got at Le Pichet was so crisp and cold that it felt like drinking a chilled glass of water. And of course, I got the standard New England chowder at Pike Place Chowder, but with a lobster roll to dip. It was incredible.

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