• The Seattle Ferry is a scenic way to view the city.seattle ferry image by Katya Mikhlin from Fotolia.com
  
  Northern Washington covers a vast area of land from Neah Bay in the northwest to Spokane in the northeast area. The northern region of Washington is home to the Cascade Mountains, Elliott Bay, the San Juan Islands and the Okanogan National Park. As travelers prepare to take a trip through some of the most beautiful areas not only in the State of Washington, but the United States, the accommodations vary tremendously based on budget, amenities and location.
  
  

The Edgewater Hotel

• The Edgewater Hotel is a waterfront hotel located in Seattle that overlooks Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains. Guests can enjoy dining on the outdoor patio of its on-site restaurant, Six Seven, or simply take in the relaxing view of sailboats on the waters of the bay. The accommodations at the Edgewater include fireplaces for those cold nights in Washington, minibars, coffeemaker with Starbucks Coffee, of course, pine furniture, bath accessories and plush comforters. While at the Edgewater guests can also take advantage of the 24-hour fitness center and laundry service available. The Edgewater also takes pride in being an environmentally friendly business and has received two Green Eco-Leaf Ratings for its eco-friendly practices such as its water saving bathroom fixtures and use of local suppliers for its on-site restaurant.
  
  The Edgewater Hotel
  
  2411 Alaskan Way, Pier 67
  
  Seattle, WA 98121
  
  800-624-0670
  
  edgewaterhotel.com
  
  

Arlington's River Rock Inn Bed and Breakfast

• The River Rock Inn Bed and Breakfast in Arlington is located an hour north of Seattle off of Interstate 5. This inn is nestled in a tranquil 5-acre area with nature trails at the foot of the North Cascade Mountains. The guest rooms are artistically decorated with flat screen televisions, satellite radio, desks with wireless Internet access, fireplaces, large soaking tubs in the Queen suites or jetted tubs in the King suites, organic bath supplies, plush bathrobes and stocked mini-refrigerator and microwave. There is also a DVD, books and game library. While at the inn guests can enjoy being pampered with the spa services available. The River Rock Inn also has in-room candlelit dinners including champagne or wine.
  
  Arlington's River Rock Inn Bed and Breakfast
  
  15425 133rd Ave. NE
  
  Arlington, WA 98223
  
  360-403-7014
  
  riverrockinnbnb.com
  
  

The Davenport Hotel

• The Davenport Hotel is located in Spokane, Wash., about 280 miles east of Seattle. The Davenport Hotel is a historic luxurious hotel with a vast number of amenities. The guest rooms include custom-made bed linens, marble walk-in showers, hand carved and custom-made furniture, Internet access, desk and three telephones including voicemail and private direct dial lines. On site guests will find a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour fitness center, indoor pool with hot tub, complimentary shoe shines, daily newspapers, historic walking tours and town car service within a 2-mile radius of the hotel. There is also a full service spa on site, laundry service and a flower, candy and specialty shop where guests can purchase Davenport bed linens and bath accessories. The Davenport also has several dining options on site, which include the Safari Room Fresh Grill and Bar, the Peacock Room and Palm Court Grill.
  
  The Davenport Hotel
  
  10 South Post St.
  
  Spokane, WA 99201
  
  800-899-1482
  
  thedavenporthotel.com