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Home exchangers simply trade their homes at a time that is convenient to both parties.

What was once a phone company’s switching center is now a sophisticated hotel. All rooms come with a fax machine and CD stereo.

Part of the upscale Kimpton group, this hotel offers such comforts as plush terrycloth robes, lush fabrics and cherry wood furniture, and a hosted wine hour by a wood-burning fireplace in the lobby. Try Tulio, the award-winning Italian restaurant downstairs for a sumptuous dinner.

This city-center hotel boasts amenities such as fireplaces, spa tubs, wet bar, and more. Rates include gourmet breakfast and afternoon hors d’oeuvres . There’s also a fitness center, indoor pool, and basketball court.

Charm and a cozy ambience characterizes this 1930s-era inn. Rooms have kitchenettes and there’s a plant-filled patio/courtyard on the property, perfect for sipping tea or coffee.

This inn pampers guests in an enviable locale with panoramic views of the Olympic Range and Mount Rainier. Consider dining at Campagne, the classic French restaurant, or its more casual country-style café.

Owned by the nearby Virginia Mason Hospital (see Hospitals & Clinics), this 1920s-era inn entices visitors with wood-burning fireplaces in some rooms, a rooftop café, and excellent city views from residential Pill Hill.

The inn includes free parking with your nightly rate, and local and toll-free calls are gratis. Suites come with coffee maker, microwave, and a refrigerator. There’s also a coin-op laundry on the premises.

Queen Anne neighborhood’s stately hotel provides a wonderful alternative to the area’s chain motels and hotels. Walk to quaint cafés, trendy bars, and small shops. Reserve a room away from the street to avoid noise from the boisterous foot traffic heading to or from concerts and sports events.

Consider a short- or long-term stay in the heart of Seattle in fully furnished studio apartments with kitchenettes. Premises include coin-op laundry, 24-hour front desk, and maid service.