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Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel in Olympia with free parking

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The Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel, centrally located by the lake, is highly praised by guests. Enjoy in-room WiFi, a business center, and a banquet hall for events. The helpful staff enhances the experience.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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About the neighborhood

Map
98501, WA, Olympia, 621 Capitol Way South

What's nearby

  • State Theater - 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

  • ‪Cascadia Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Three Magnets Brewing Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nicole’s Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Asahi Sushi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Traditions Cafe & World Folk Art - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

Hotel located in Downtown Olympia
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel provides a business center and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • ATM/banking services, 3 meeting rooms, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 123 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 crib
  • 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 center

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.
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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 crib
  • 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 available

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 December 1 2025 to September 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Hotel Olympia

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Olympia, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Capitol Lake and State Theater. Percival Landing and 5th Avenue Bridge are also within 10 minutes.

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Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 183 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 214 out of 1035 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 218 out of 1035 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Seth

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

Disliked: Amenities
Property is run down. Area is distressed, and hotel reflects regional conditions. Needs maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

lorraine

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Staff & service
It was right down town and convenient to walk to a lot of places. A beautiful park across the street. Unfortunately it was full of homeless people. The hotel needs to be updated and refreshed. Bed was comfortable. Staff were nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Megan

Breakfast was just cold options and there was hair in the shower. Has potential but needs a little tlc
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old hotel, no AC, says Red Lion on a hanging flag. Wouldn't stay at again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Perry

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

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Disliked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rene

Liked: Staff & service
No.. just no. Loved the price but that’s about it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sue

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The two ladies on staff when we got there was nice, but the young man was rude. Never told us
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

6/10 Okay

Glicerio

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was broken
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were not accommodating, the rooms were dirty and outdated, and
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

6/10 Okay

Schylar

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

4/10 Poor

Ivan

Old wornout bath, windows
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025