If a hotel evokes intimacy, is usually luxurious in nature or represents quirky hotel environments, it is for sure that the hotel falls in the category of Boutique hotels. The demarcation between boutique hotels lies in the fact that they are more personalized than their counterparts in terms of accommodation facilities and services. The trend of boutique hotels can be traced back to early 1980s. The cities were London, New York, and San Francisco where early traces were witnessed. Hotels falling in boutique category are also known as “design hotels" or "lifestyle hotels". The designing and layout of a boutique hotel is usually based on a thematic composition which is stylish and inspirational in character. The number of rooms they usually provide is between 3 and 100. But the number can vary in accordance with the changed scenario, context or conditions. It is obvious to understand that large chain of hotels does not subscribe to this form of hotels.

Inn at the Market
If you need to explore the depths of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains, this quaint inn, located just above Pike Place Market is the perfect place. Guest rooms are equipped with phone with dataport, cable TV, on-demand movies, operable floor-to-ceiling windows, refrigerator, safe, and coffeemaker. Complimentary services include nightly turndown, in-town car transportation, daily newspaper, and high-speed wireless Internet access. Meeting rooms hold the capacity to accommodate 20. It has 70 rooms.

Sorrento Hotel
Opened in the year 1909, this elegant hotel near the Seattle business district provides posh accommodations for elite travelers. Services are excellent, which includes extra touches like hot-water bottles on chilly evenings and private aircraft chartering. The dining experience is also excellent as its provides fine dining in a club-like atmosphere. Each room is tastefully and uniquely decorated. It is well equipped bathrobes, private fax, voicemail, and data port. It has 76 rooms and suites to offer.

Willows Lodge
Located on the Sammamish River in the heart of the Cascades wine country, Willows Lodge is best known for providing a luxurious retreat from daily hustle bustle of city life. Unwinding is the buzzword which is practiced here. If you want to shed your stress, you are at the right place in Willows Lodge. The most refreshing experience is its 60 or 90-minute massage therapy. The overall feel is one of rustic elegance, with reigning antiquity, delicately colored slate flooring, and a huge stone fireplace in the lobby. Rooms are cozy and spacious. Once can enjoy comforts like Frette linens, coffeemaker, refrigerator, and posh bathroom. The lodge features daily wine tastings, a complimentary continental breakfast, full concierge services, and a spa and health club.