Aug 6 2014
The Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square has completed a 19-month, $750,000 restoration of its historic building as a demonstration of its commitment to the continued growth and revitalization of its beloved Seattle neighborhood.
Nestled in the heart of Seattle's vibrant historic district, the downtown Seattle hotel is an adaptive reuse of the 1904 Historic Alaska Building, embodying rich tradition and beauty. While the restored Pioneer Square hotel today houses smartly redesigned rooms, a high-tech lobby and numerous modern amenities, the building's historic roots have not been forgotten.
The Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square has just completed a 19-month, $750,000 restoration of the exterior of its 1904 Historic Alaska Building. (PRNewsFoto/Courtyard …
Originally completed in 1904 as the tallest building in the city at the time, the state-of-the-art building is considered by many to represent the beginning of the modern-day Seattle. The 15-story steel-framed, fireproof skyscraper was a first of its kind in a period of economic and industrial growth in the heart of Seattle. When the building first opened, the Scandinavian-American banking hall occupied the first floor, while the Alaska Club, a prominent commercial organization of residents and entrepreneurs, convened in the penthouse and maintained a reading room that featured Alaska newspapers and mineral exhibits. The Alaska Building came to represent the significance of the gold rush in Seattle and what the city's future would hold.
After 110 years, the decorative facade and imposing lion heads that adorn the building parapet began to show their age with signs of water intrusion in the decorative terracotta. In an effort to restore the building's beauty while remaining loyal to its roots, the Pioneer Square hotel began to embark on the necessary efforts in early 2013 to make the old new again.
Detailed engineering, material sourcing and the permitting process were undertaken to develop the necessary design plan to return the Alaska Building to its original state. The design review was conducted by the National Parks Service as well as the Pioneer Square Preservation Board. After several proposals were presented, the final designs and engineering plans were approved.
About 19 months later, the downtown Seattle hotel is proud to announce the completion of its restoration and invites guests to come fall in love with a piece of the state's history while enjoying the comforts and conveniences of its modern interior.
With a state-of-the-art lobby featuring a contemporary seating area and interactive GoBoard, the Pioneer Square hotel is sure to delight well-traveled visitors. At The Bistro - Eat. Drink. Connect., guests can conveniently enjoy a variety of delicious breakfast, dinner and cocktail options without having to leave the downtown Seattle hotel. After a long day, guests will enjoy winding down in stunning guest rooms featuring functional spaces to work and relax. With thoughtful amenities such as complimentary high-speed Internet, spacious desks with ergonomic chairs, luxury bedding and mini-refrigerators, visitors will find everything they need to make their time on the road productive and comfortable.
About the Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square
The Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square at 612 Second Ave. in Seattle, WA, is in the heart of Seattle's vibrant historic district near Safeco Field, CenturyLink Field and the cruise terminals at piers 91 and 66. The downtown Pioneer Square hotel has 15 floors featuring 222 rooms, 40 suites, nine meeting rooms with 4,600 square feet of flexible meeting space, a health club, indoor pool and state-of-the-art lobby featuring The Bistro — Eat. Drink. Connect. For information, visit www.Marriott.com/SEAPS or call 1-206-625-1111. Add the Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square to a circle on Google Plus.
About Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected, productive and balanced. Intuitive services and design accommodate guests' needs for choice and control. With more than 900 locations in 37 countries, Courtyard is Marriott's largest brand. All Courtyard by Marriott hotels participate in the award-winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For reservations, go to www.courtyard.com or contact a travel professional.
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Media Contact: Gerry Lamontagne, Courtyard Seattle Downtown/Pioneer Square, 1-206-625-1111, [email protected]
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