Populus Seattle opens in spring 2025, marking a new era of environmentally forward hospitality

Populus Hotels, a carbon-positive hotel collection committed to environmentally responsible hospitality, has announced the upcoming opening of its second property—Populus Seattle—set to welcome guests in late spring 2025. The new hotel, located in Seattle’s Pioneer Square, is a transformational adaptive reuse project which breathes new energy into the 1907 Westland Building. It offers 120 rooms, and a guest-experience deeply rooted in Pacific Northwest spirit.

Populus Seattle was designed as part of an overall vision to anchor a major adaptive reuse project in the US. It is meant to reflect Seattle’s rich ecological heritage and honor its urban heritage. Its design elements—interior spaces, curated art, and rooftop gardens—draw from the region’s landscapes, materials, and textures, aiming to provide a balanced atmosphere where sustainability and aesthetics meet. The property will also feature Pioneer Square’s first rooftop barThe public spaces are centered around the community and include a signature restaurant.

Populus Seattle, managed by Aparium Hotel Group Developed by Urban VillagesThe company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability in real estate development. Together, they have a philosophy which goes beyond green buildings, and commits to climate-conscious operations, lifecycle carbon accounting, and sustainable building practices. Populus Hotels signature One Night One Tree ProgramA tree will also be planted in the name of each guest booked. This is a tangible way to show that this brand cares about the environment.

Populus Seattle’s distinctiveness is its carbon positive designation—it sequesters more carbon than it emits over its full lifecycle, including construction and daily operations. This is achieved through a combination adaptive reuse, carbon offsetting strategies, renewable energy use, and innovative waste reduction techniques, like its use of BioGreen360 for food composting. Populus Seattle has become a leading example of hospitality that supports broader environmental goals.

While the hotel’s eco-strategies set a new bar, it is not the only one. Guest experience is at the core Offering. Business and leisure travelers will both be attracted by the thoughtfully designed rooms and suites. Immersive public spaces, food and beverage programs based on local sourcing, sustainability, and immersive public areas. Salt Harvest is the signature restaurant and will feature hearth-driven dishes. The Solarium rooftop bar and The Solarium lobby lounge are aimed at becoming key social destinations in the city.

Populus Seattle offers easy access to the major transportation and cultural hubs of Seattle, such as Pike Place Market. It is also within walking distance from the cruise terminal. This makes it an appealing option for locals and international tourists. The hotel’s layered approach towards sustainability, cultural engagement and design will make a significant contribution to Seattle’s hospitality scene.

Populus Hotels, a collection of hotels with a carbon neutral rating, is built around an authentic and deep reverence for nature. Each hotel is created to reflect the beauty and location of the area, while setting a new standard for environmentally-friendly hospitality.

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