Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

Lakefront hotel in Olympia with free parking

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October 2025

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November 2025

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Tomorrow

Oct 25 - Oct 26

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

27 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floors)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Top Floors)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

37 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the area

Located in Downtown Olympia, a neighbourhood in Olympia, Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel is in the entertainment district and on a lake. State Theater and WET Science Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include East Bay Public Plaza and Hands On Children's Museum. Shankz Black Light Mini Golf and Regional Athletic Complex are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's central location.

Visit our Olympia travel guide

621 Capitol Way South, Olympia, WA, 98501

What's nearby

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
Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls - 3 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

Olympia-Lacey Station - 20 min drive
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

‪Three Magnets Brewing Co. - ‬3 min walk
‪Uptown Grill - ‬2 min walk
‪Octopas Cafe - ‬3 min walk
‪Traditions Cafe & World Folk Art - ‬5 min walk
‪Hotstone - ‬3 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 centre and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks such as:

Free self-parking
Luggage storage, multilingual staff and a vending machine
Coffee/tea in reception, concierge services and a banquet hall
Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff

Room features

All 123 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Parking included

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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 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

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

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 cots are available on request at the 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 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

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 at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

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?

Checkout 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

6.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

7.8

Staff & service

5.8

Eco-friendliness

5.2

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

Sheri

11 Oct 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The front desk were very nice and helpful.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

3 Oct 2025

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

Carolyn

21 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We would stay there again

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anchal

16 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfort bed for a good night sleep after a long hike

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

4 Oct 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Property is run down. Area is distressed, and hotel reflects regional conditions. Needs maintenance.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

10 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Its nice, my go to for oly

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

lorraine

22 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Really needs an overhaul,which is being planned

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

3 Aug 2025

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

8/10 Good

Megan

24 Sept 2025

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

6/10 Okay

George

1 Sept 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Sue

29 Sept 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Rene

13 Sept 2025

Liked: Staff & service

No.. just no. Loved the price but that’s about it

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

26 Aug 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Glicerio

1 Oct 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Air conditioning was broken

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

13 Oct 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The guests need to be reminded NOT to smoke ANYTHING on the property! It's horrible walking into the elevator and being hit with the smell of marijuana. I couldn't even open my balcony door because someone was smoking dope on one of the balconies! Awful!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

20 Oct 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

DO NOT STAY HERE. The hotel is closing down and has not been maintained at all. Our sheets were used, there was literal mold growing in several places in the bathroom, including Serratia marcescens (pink mold) in the shower. The staff are fully aware of these issues. When we brought this to their attention they said “I know”. Further more, this hotel is being used to shelter unhoused folks and it’s obvious by the smell that housekeeping has not been adequately cleaning. Again. Do not stay here.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

2 June 2025

Liked: Amenities

Ok place to stay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

15 Sept 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Staff were not accommodating, the rooms were dirty and outdated, and

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Perry

20 July 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Old run down hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

19 July 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Location

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

16 Sept 2025

Liked: Amenities

Bath tub shower dripped.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ivan

18 Aug 2025

Old wornout bath, windows

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

26 Sept 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good price but that's about it. The bathtub looked like it needed replacing....10 years ago. The biggest issue for me, aside from the dated facilities, is the fact my room was on the top floor and the sliding glass door / window opened the whole way -& it's only supposed to open 3". Very very very unsafe. Will not be staying with them again

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025