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Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Olympia

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Restaurant
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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621 Capitol Way South, Olympia, WA, 98501
  • Washington State Capitol
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Hands On Children's Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Olympia Farmers Market
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floors)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds (Top Floors)

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 396 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Olympia

Downtown Olympia stay.At this Downtown Olympia hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Capitol Lake and State Theater. Percival Landing and 5th Avenue Bridge are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Percival Landing - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Washington State Capitol - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hands On Children's Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Olympia Farmers Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cascadia Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Three Magnets Brewing Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Uptown Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rush In Alaskan Dumplings - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Asahi Sushi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Olympia
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and 3 meeting rooms. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 1 building
  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1970
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel offers 123 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel to the airport?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel is 49.8 mi (61-min drive) away from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel on Sep 10, 2025 start from $98.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel.

How close is Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 14.2 mi (28-min drive) from Johnson Point.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel offer free breakfast?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Little Creek Casino (19-min drive) and Nisqually Red Wind Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel have a pool?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel to downtown Olympia?

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Olympia.

Red Lion Inn & Suites Olympia, Governor Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 208 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 221 out of 1038 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was nice- fruit! Elevator was bright - pleasant. Desk attendant was very pleasant & responsive & gave us a new room as toilet clapper & seat was broken, tub with open drain, tub hugely peeling, sink faucet totally loose from sink #416. The next room was missing the sink drain apparatus & the sliding door was hard to move but all the rest was in working order. (There was a sock & pair of underwear on the roof which our room was attached to. The rooms provided hearty laughter there was so absurb.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Carol

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the proximity to downtown and the view of lake. Price was cheap, you get what you pay for. Property was shabby, safe not working, exhaust fan in bathroom not working, had to ask for clean towels next day, given towel that was threads. Trash can dirty/smelly under liner. Other quests car broken into in underground parking, homeless mental patients roam the streets, don’t go out at night. Bed was comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcom

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms and bathroom are decrepit and disgusting. I discovered bedbugs on the bed shortly after arriving and immediately requested a room change. However, the situation was unacceptable, and I checked out within a few hours.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

6/10 Okay

Ly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and attentive. The property is outdated and very old. Bathtub is old. No hot water
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Razunda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was fine and clean the hotel was convenient was fine except the morning customers service lady carol she was kinda of rude and unprofessional
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very outdated hotel.We moved to 2 different rooms and they all.had issues. Water running, sliding door was wide open and wouldn't shut, curtains ripped. The carpet is filthy, mold in the shower. Area around hotel is sketchy. I didn't feel my car was safe in the parking garage. We would not recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not like that our coffee maker did not work but that was the only thing that was negative about our experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I should have read the reviews. All the bad was still there: no AC, really ugly bathtub with what looked like mold but i guess it was delaminated fiberglass and attempted touch up paint. Room with two queen beds, allegedly “premium” only had one set of towels in the bathroom. Asking for more like pulling teeth. Eventually got two bathmats and two more washcloths. Ever dry yourself with a bathmat sized “towel”? Had to sleep with sliding “balcony” door open for air and we were on the street side. Knob missing on lamp so had to unscrew the bulb to turn it off. No hot options for breakfast, no hot water for tea or instant oatmeal. Asked for some but it never appeared. The cold cereal dispenser barely worked. The guy after me shook it and pounded it on the counter. Don’t know if he got any. Overall I would not recommend this property. Apparently the renovations seem to be an excuse for the property barely being “maintained”. And how hard is it to have enough towels for guests? I should have known it was going to be bad when i walked in and was informed that i had no reservation in their system. I even showed my hotels.com confirmation and receipt for payment. Finally he said oh here it is under Expedia. Seriously? Description needs to be seriously changed to the real situation here. No AC or towels! And the door to the parking lot is propped open; i guess in case it rains the homeless guy by the lot entrance can get in out of the rain.
The gross-looking bathtub.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

They're trying, but it's rough

This hotel is in terrible shape. Staff are friendly and it's clear they are trying to turn things around, but we left after the first night and thankfully they refunded us for the 2nd. Location is great, very walkable to things, but many things were not up to a 3 star standard. We are a family of 5 so we booked two adjoining suites. They were not able to accommodate that upon check-in so we were on the 5th and 7th floors instead. The bathtub in both rooms had cracked and missing enamel, both drains had massive lime scale, and one faucet wouldn't turn off. The other tub had a dirty footprint on the edge (so clearly it hadn't been cleaned). The AC didn't work so the rooms were HOT. Both rooms were supposed to have a couch with a pull out bed, but neither did, so one kid had to sleep on the floor because there wasn't room in the bed for 3 people. Do not recommend unless you are in urgent need of a place to lie down for the night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Golda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite and easy to find
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Alyssa, Silverdale

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The A/C didn't work so the room was SO stuffy!!! Couldn't sleep. The bathroom shower/tub was literally falling apart! The whole place had a horrible smell through out it. Surrounding area was super sketch, definitely don't walk anywhere after dark.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No AC. Water was burning hot or cold
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The employees were great check in was two hours late
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melinda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
my room was 82° with the air conditioning set up 65. I was told that all they could do is give me a box fan. They wouldn’t even move me to a different room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wouldn’t stay here again

Old and dirty. Shower/bath was falling apart. 2 big black bugs in room. One bed smelled like urine. Dirty something on the bed skirt. Key cards didn’t work. Back door to parking was kept propped open and felt unsafe and unsecured. Yuck. Only nice thing was how close it was to the park where I was running a marathon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
There was an issue with my room, but the clerk remedied it by giving me a different room, which was very kind of them to do
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara, Tacoma

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in May 2025