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The best credit card for hotels in Seattle.

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Why this card

Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card for hotels in Seattle.

Seattle has the Edgewater (Marriott Tribute), Westin Seattle, Renaissance Seattle, and the W Seattle. Hyatt has Hyatt at Olive 8 and Hyatt Regency Seattle (the largest hotel in the Pacific Northwest). Hilton has the Conrad Seattle South Lake Union.

Annual fee

$550

Best earn rate

14 points per dollar at Hiltons, automatic Diamond, $400 in annual credits

Signup bonus

Currently 175,000 points after spend, see issuer for the current offer

Conrad Seattle South Lake Union opened in 2023 right next to the Amazon Spheres and prices around 60,000 to 80,000 points a night against $400 to $600 cash. Diamond breakfast at the Conrad is meaningful in Seattle because coffee culture means an a la carte breakfast for two with espresso runs $50 to $60. The annual free weekend night cert covers a Friday at the Conrad and the $400 Hilton resort credit can be used at other Hiltons within 12 months.

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If the top pick is not right

Alternative: World of Hyatt Credit Card.

Hyatt at Olive 8 prices around 20,000 to 25,000 points a night against $300 to $450 cash. Anniversary free night covers it cleanly. The cheapest reliable doorway for Seattle if you do not need the Conrad's location.

ChaseAnnual fee $95

At a glance

Side by side.

SpecHilton Honors American Express Aspire CardWorld of Hyatt Credit Card
Annual fee$550$95
Best earn rate14 points per dollar at Hiltons, automatic Diamond, $400 in annual creditsSee alternative section above
Signup bonusCurrently 175,000 points after spend, see issuer for the current offerVaries by month

Local tip

What to know before you book.

Seattle rain is mostly mid-October through April. Pack a light shell, not an umbrella, because the wind makes umbrellas useless. The Link Light Rail from SeaTac to Westlake costs $3.50 and takes 40 minutes, faster and cheaper than a $50 Uber during peak.

Questions

Frequently asked.

What is the best credit card for hotels in Seattle?

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Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card from American Express. Conrad Seattle South Lake Union opened in 2023 right next to the Amazon Spheres and prices around 60,000 to 80,000 points a night against $400 to $600 cash. Annual fee is $550.

How many points do you need for a free night in Seattle?

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Roughly 60,000 points per night at the recommended chain for Seattle. Cash rate is around $290 per night, so the points stay is a meaningful discount versus paying cash.

Is the World of Hyatt Credit Card a better choice for hotels in Seattle?

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Hyatt at Olive 8 prices around 20,000 to 25,000 points a night against $300 to $450 cash. Anniversary free night covers it cleanly. The cheapest reliable doorway for Seattle if you do not need the Conrad's location. Annual fee is $95.