48% off (Sale price $106.82, Reg. Price $209.00) :: You’re viewing a property from our Premium Collection, a selection of top properties that are guaranteed to have a rating of 4 stars or higher.Hotel at a Glance: Woodmark HotelThe waterfront Woodmark Hotel—voted 1 of the region’s top 5 resorts by Condé Nast Traveler readers in 2015—is just 15 minutes east of Seattle. Such proximity to the city means views of Lake Washington often have the city skyline and the Olympic Mountains as a backdrop. After checking in, you’ll settle into a posh, comfy room. Recent accolade: TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence and AAA Four Diamond rating Luxurious guest rooms feature deep soaking tubs and an optional lakefront view. Sleep well by choosing the right pillow for you from the pillow menu. Raid the pantry each night from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., when sandwiches, nibbles, and beverages are available for in-room snacking. Two waterfront restaurants use locally sourced ingredients to create inventive Pacific Northwest cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Unwind with a deep-tissue massage at the onsite Still Spa, which also offers relaxing facials, nail treatments, and body scrubs.Kirkland, Washington: Natural Beauty on Seattle’s DoorstepLocated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington, Kirkland is a city of scenic vistas and waterfront walking paths. The city’s Juanita Bay Park features 110 acres of nature trails and habitats where you can spot hummingbirds, warblers, beavers, salamanders, and nearly 200 other woodland creatures. Just north of Kirkland is Woodinville Wine Country, which encompasses more than 100 wineries, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, the oldest in the state.About 15 miles away, Seattle’s coffee shops, seafood joints, and eclectic museums (including the Frank Gehry–designed Museum of Pop Culture) showcase the urban side of the Pacific Northwest. Pike Place Market is a must-do, especially if you’re a foodie—fresh fish, signature chowders, and free samples abound.
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