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Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

Property class: 3

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Food court
Fitness facility
View from room
Interior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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621 Capitol Way South, Olympia, WA, 98501
  • Place, Percival Landing
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington State Capitol
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hands On Children's Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬

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About the area

Olympia

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel places you in the centre of Olympia, within a short 5-minute stroll of Capitol Lake and State Theater. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Olympia hotel include Percival Landing and 5th Avenue Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Percival Landing - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Washington State Capitol - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hands On Children's Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Olympia Farmers Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Olympia-Lacey Station - 23 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bayview Thriftway
  • ‪Dos Hermanos Mexican Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Oyster House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rhythm’s Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ilk Lodge - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business centre and 3 meeting rooms. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 1 building
  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1970
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Lift
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel offers 123 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 December 2025 to 30 September 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Governor Hotel
Governor Hotel Olympia
Governor Olympia
Hotel Governor
Governor Coast Hotel Olympia
Governor Coast Hotel
Governor Coast Olympia
Governor Coast
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Hotel
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Olympia
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

Yep, Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

The closest beach to Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel is Johnson Point (16.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

No, Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 209 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 215 out of 1000 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most affordable and conveniently located to the historic district/downtown area shops, restaurants, and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sheri

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The front desk were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Amenities
Ok place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and modern, Check in and out staff were very friendly and helpful. There are all the stores, restaurants and bars within a very short walk. I will definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

sylvester

Liked: Staff & service
Clean room and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Walk to good restaurants and only a few blocks to capital.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It had a beautiful view of the lake and the Fall colors on the trees. It was very quiet and we felt safe. The staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anchal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfort bed for a good night sleep after a long hike
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Schylar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Once they get the remodeling done it will be a great place to stay. Even with the construction the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly clean place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Benjamin

Disliked: Cleanliness
pictures must have been from some other hotel, this building was a wreck
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We always stay at the historic Governor Hotel when we visit Olympia. The location is excellent, views of the Capital Lakes beautiful, continental breakfast offers good choices, staff are always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent price and great location in downtown
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Perry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old run down hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Disliked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its nice, my go to for oly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Breez

Liked: Staff & service
30$/night room. Clean, Great location. Perfect for a quick place to rest.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really needs an overhaul,which is being planned
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall the stay was good. The temperature was decent and we were able to sleep. The breakfast was good for a hotel downtown.This is a pretty good hotel just needs a little TLC. It could be what it once was. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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