Top Reasons to Visit Governor Hotel

• The hotel is within walking distance of more than 60 downtown Olympia restaurants and boutique shops. It’s also within a mile of the Washington State Capitol Building, the Old Capitol Building, and the Hands On Children’s Museum.
• Newly renovated grand king rooms and suites feature chic decor, iPad docks, Keurig coffee-brewing systems, and floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of the area.
• Grand king rooms also feature 46-inch flat-screen LCD TVs with cable, Netflix, and Hulu Plus. Suites include two flat-screen TVs.
• You can look out onto the State Capitol, Capitol Lake, Puget Sound, or the Olympic Mountains from your room’s french balcony.
• Downtown, you’ll find a cluster of waterfront restaurants serving fresh seafood such as cedar-plank salmon and pan-fried oysters.
• Guests enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet each morning, plus free covered parking and WiFi.

Olympia, Washington: Capital City Along Puget Sound

Washington’s capital city, Olympia, sits along the southern end of Puget Sound on the shores of Budd Inlet. Though named after Mt. Olympus, the city has a humble, small-town feel, especially when the state legislature isn’t in session. Set on a bluff overlooking the sound, the Washington State Capitol building has an imposing presence, thanks to the granite structure’s 287-foot-high dome. On a tour you can see the dome from the inside—it’s painted with eagles and gilded rosettes. Afterwards, enjoy a fresh seafood dinner at a dockside restaurant or visit the city’s vibrant farmers’ market.

Mount Rainier, located 55 miles away, is a popular destination for day trips. Hike along a portion of the 93-mile Wonderland Trail to see beautiful lowland forests and wildflower meadows. The Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is in the nearby town of Eatonville. This 715-acre habitat is home to bison, elk, bears, and cougars.

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