Hotel
The Westin Bellevue - This hotel is PRIME location in one of our favorite spaces. Great restaurants, nightlife, access to the venue and Seattle side. Dates of Stay: CHECK IN: Aug 21, 2025 // CHECK OUT: Aug 24, 2025 Please let us know if you need additional nights. Room Rate Per Night: $ 299.00 How to Reserve: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1739829777902&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink Reservation Cut off Date: Jul 24, 2025 Name of Hotel Contact: Bianca Blanch Email address: Bianca.Blanch@marriott.com Phone Number: 425-638-1015 Anywhere in Bellevue, Kirkland and Redmond are great options if you are wanting to stay near venue or want a more quiet setting. If you plan spend most of you time Seattle side, that is also an easy trip. Should you stay in Bellevue/Kirkland Thursday evening, and want to stay in Seattle the remainder of the weekend, you could easily check out of your Bellevue/Kirkland hotel before heading to brunch. We will head to Seattle to sail the waterfront, and you could check into your Seattle hotel right after.
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AC Hotel Seattle/Bellevue Downtown - This hotel is a touch further from our venue, 15 mins max. It is still in a great and favorite area. Not as walkable for great bites or evening/ shopping, but easy Uber/Lyft. Dates of Stay: Check In: Aug 21, 2025 // Check Out: Aug 24, 2025 Please let us know if you need additional nights. Room Rate Per Night: $ 209.00 How to Reserve: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1739828725548&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink Reservation Cut off Date: Jul 22, 2025 Name of Hotel Contact: Maria Luna Email address: maria.luna@acbellevue.com Phone Number: 4255467270 Anywhere in Bellevue, Kirkland and Redmond are great options if you are wanting to stay near venue or want a more quiet setting. If you plan spend most of you time Seattle side, that is also an easy trip. Should you stay in Bellevue/Kirkland Thursday evening, and want to stay in Seattle the remainder of the weekend, you could easily check out of your Bellevue/Kirkland hotel before heading to brunch. We will head to Seattle to sail the waterfront, and you could check into your Seattle hotel right after.
Hotel
This is the location of our morning brunch event, and where Jerod and I will be staying the evening before, and the night of the 22nd. We'd love to have friends and family near us! No blocks here, but happy to ask for a special rate if anyone has interest.
Flight
Getting to Seattle (Really, Bellevue, just right across the bridge) Travel Tips for Guests We’re so excited to welcome you to Seattle! Whether you're flying in or driving up the coast, here are a few helpful tips to make your trip smooth and enjoyable: ✈️ By Air Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)—known locally as Sea-Tac—is the region’s main airport and about 25–35 minutes from downtown Seattle and Bellevue, depending on traffic. Travel Tips: SEA has lots of direct flights from major U.S. cities. Rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) and taxis are readily available from the arrivals level. You can also take the Link Light Rail directly from the airport to downtown—it’s affordable and avoids traffic! I'd note that Bellevue is 10- 15 minutes from Seattle, easily accessible by two bridges. Ubers from Seattle to Bellevue can be pricey ($60-100), so we would suggest either renting a car (A must if you plan to explore the other beautiful areas the PNW has to offer) OR Heading straight to Bellevue from the airport and staying there. 🚗 By Car Seattle is accessible via I-5 and I-90 if you're driving from nearby cities like Portland, Spokane, or Vancouver, BC. Parking Tip: If you're staying downtown, we recommend checking your hotel’s parking rates or using apps like SpotHero for deals on overnight garage parking. SPOT HERO IS A LIFE SAVER! 🛳️ By Ferry Coming from the Olympic Peninsula or just looking for a scenic adventure? Washington State Ferries offer beautiful crossings over Puget Sound. Great options include Bainbridge Island or Bremerton into Seattle. 🧳 General Travel Tips: Pack layers—even in August, evenings can be cool. Bring or download maps—some areas (especially on ferries or in the mountains) may have spotty cell service. Seattle and Bellevue are walkable cities with excellent public transit (Link Light Rail, buses, and streetcars). Download apps like Transit, WSDOT Ferry Schedule, or Uber/Lyft ahead of time for convenience.
Rental Car
If you plan to explore anywhere outside of Seattle/Bellevue proper, we highly suggest renting a car. Inner cities, Uber and Lyft are very easily accessible, as is easy transport to and from the airport, of course, it can add up. There are plenty of other options for public transportation if you have the time. If you plan to come to our property on Saturday, you'll want a car! If you plan to see Leavenworth, go whale watching, up to the San Juan Islands (Very strongly recommend) or go hiking, you will want to rent a car.