Tory's Seattle Urban-Chic Studio was exactly what my boyfriend and I were looking for. A very clean, stylish retreat with excellent access to Fremont and Ballard. We stayed there over July 4th, so we had walking access to Lake Union to see Seattle's fireworks.

We wanted to bike around the city and Tory was very helpful making her bikes available to us. On that note, if you stay here definitely take advantage of the bikes and check out the Burke-Gilman trail. It is close-by and a great way to see that side of Seattle.

As others have mentioned, we had coffee and a bottle of wine waiting for us, which was a welcoming touch. We were there during a heat wave and although many places in Seattle don't have AC — we were VERY happy that the Urban-Chic Studio is equipped with one. Big bonus! We had so much fun, we decided to stay an extra night and Tory was quick in replying to all my texts and helping me facilitate an extended stay.

I definitely recommend this spot to experience the neighborhoods of Seattle — and feel like a local.