Hotel 1000, located near the waterfront and the business district, offers everything from a Microsoft Surface table (in Studio 1000) to a silent doorbell for staff which sets off an infrared scan to determine if you are still sprawled in bed or if the room is ready for tidying up. A 100MB fiber connection from XO Communications and high-speed wireless provides free connectivity throughout the property, and in-room personalization features let guests set temperature and music preferences on the 40-inch LCD TV.

The guestrooms are equipped with media hubs for plugging a DVD player, MP3 player, or laptop into the LCD display panel. Although it may be difficult to leave the property with so many electronic playthings to enjoy, a wireless valet dispatch ensures your car will be retrieved efficiently when it comes time to check out.

From $209; www.hotel1000seattle.com