Hotels in Seattle can be extremely expensive but if you are just looking for a place to stay the night, then the Panama hotel is a much better value. I felt super safe and was conveniently located in the international district, not too far a walk from downtown. The hotel is rich with history but has largely unchanged so do not expect much in amenities. While I made my reservation through Airbnb’s service, you still had to check-in like a traditional inn - keep in mind you are not guaranteed the room you reserved on Airbnb although the rooms are nearly identical aside from the decor. As secure as it feels to have the main door be locked, it was a little inconvenient at times to wait outside waiting for someone to come open the door. Overall, Jan is very sweet and knowledgeable, and gave very good local tips for both Japantown and downtown Seattle.