Seattle is known as The Emerald City and offers many opprotunities to arrive in VIP style. Here are a few suggestions for the classiest VIP places in the city.

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HOTELS - Seattle
Hotel 1000 - Treat yourself to a luxury lodging experience at Hotel 1000, a downtown Seattle, Washington hotel near cruise ports that invites business and leisure.

The Fairmont Olympic - As the Pacific Northwest's only AAA Five Diamond hotel, a designation it has held since 1984, The Fairmont Olympic is Seattle's premier luxury hotel. Since opening in 1924, The Olympic has been the region's destination for prominent civic and social events, as well as honeymoons, birthday celebrations and in-city getaways

Hotel Alexis - A downtown Seattle Washington hotel, the luxury boutique Alexis Hotel is located near the Seattle Waterfront, Pioneer Square, and Pike's Place Market.

HOTELS - Eastside
Kirkland

Heathman Hotel - Family friendlyand blocks from the Marina, Skate Park, ball field and teen center. PLENTY to keep the kids occupied. Full service spa and gym. Trellis Restaurant where all the food they cook is grown in the Chefs personal garden or is obtained from local farmers.

The Woodmark at Carillon - What can you say...its Carillon Point! Amazing views of Lake Washington, great dining - You must try the spectacular little Bistro called Bin Vivant. Inventive menu, wine flights, creat ambience!

Willows Lodge - Woodinville. - Awesome place. Near the Winery - Chateu St Michelle. In the summer the winery hosts outdoor concerts. Wine tours year round.

Bellevue

Hyatt Regency - in the heart of Bellevue Place. Tons of shopping and restaurants.

Westin Lincoln Center - same as Hyatt only newer and more expensive. 

Hotel Bellevue - Slightly removed from the center of downtown Bellevue on 6th street. An oasis of health, peace and comfort and many people's choice for best hotel in Seattle.

RESTAURANTS

Seattle

Metropolitan Grill - like the city it calls home, the Metropolitan Grill is a triumph of substance over style, inspiring loyalty from guests who return time and again to enjoy what is known as the Metropolitan Grill experience.

Queen City Grill - Located in the heart of vibrant Belltown, the Queen City Grill specializes in fresh, simply grilled Northwest seafood.

El Gauchos - also in Belltown. The Rompus Room downstairs always has jazz. The proud recipients of the Best in Show, Best Service and Best Private Dining categories in 425 Magazine.

Ocean Aire - impressive Oyster bar and great fresh seafood. As sleek as a 1930's ocean liner, the Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy the freshest seafood flown in daily from around the world.

Ruth Chris - they began on Broad Street in New Orleans over 40 years ago and are now positioned as the world's largest fine dining company.

Anthony's - are known for their expertly prepared fresh seafood from their own seafood company. Their restaurants feature sweeping waterfront views and warm and friendly service. They also serve only the best produce from local farmers.

Taste of Chicago, University District - If you?e frequently overcome with longings for cheap Chicago-style cooking, this is your spot. The portions are big, there? neon green relish on the hot dogs, and every order comes with free French fries.

The Melting Pot Queen Anne - At The Melting Pot, fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can dip into something different - and discover all the ingredients for a unique dining experience including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and signature fondue dinners.

Salty's on Alki Beach - an amazing seafood restaurant and steakhouse, the landmark restaurant Salty's on Alki Beach entices you with spectacular Seattle waterfront views, award-winning Northwest Seafood Cuisine and friendly service.

Palisade's - You may first notice the rustic timbers and salt water ponds, but you'll leave remembering the exquisite dining experience that Palisade inspires. Their extensive menu is both reassuring and unexpected and their view is simply breathtaking.

Ray's Boathouse Ballard - Widely regarded as a "must visit" by locals and travelers alike, Ray's Boathouse is world-renowned for its impeccably fresh Northwest seafood. Their culinary professionals hand select the best products from local purveyors and then prepare them simply to enhance the naturally fresh, clean flavors and succulent textures. The menu changes weekly to reflect what is seasonally and locally available.

Eastside

Trellis Kirkland - The Trellis culinary team is dedicated to serving only market fresh cuisine featuring products from local artisan producers. From the fruit and vegetables gathered daily at Executive Chef Brian Scheehser's garden to hand raised livestock and seafood just off the boat, your dining experience will celebrate the bounty of the Pacific Northwest.

The Barking Frog Woodinville - The Barking Frog restaurant is truly a destination all its own. One of the most highly regarded restaurants in the Northwest, Barking Frog excels in American regional cuisine with Pacific Northwest influences with dishes such as pan roasted sea scallops with confit chicken hash.

The Herbfarm - Designed and created from artwork and objects gathered from throughout the world, The Herbfarm Restaurant invites you to an evening of exciting dining in rich and comfortable surroundings. For much of the year, The Herbfarm's own kitchen gardens and nearby farm supply the restaurant with an ever changing harvest of common and unusual produce.

Wild Ginger - Wild Ginger has been named # 1 Most Popular Restaurant in the Pacific Northwest Region for 11 consecutive years by Zagat. Wild Ginger is also included in Zagat? Best Restaurants of the World.