From The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle Best Nearby Book Stores (Shopping) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Seattle, WA Elliott Bay Book Company (Shopping - Book Stores) 101 S Main St, Seattle  WA  98104 • 206-624-6600 • 800-962-5311 Distance: ~0.57 mi         Description: PIONEER SQUARE. More than a generation old, this venerable bookstore is a Seattle tradition. Exposed brick walls and wooden floors lend a note of permanence to the establishment, which offers thousands of books and texts. You'll find new volumes (especially fiction), along with rare and out-of-print books and a selection of used books as well. The shop also offers author events where the public may meet prominent writers or hear them read from their books. A downstairs coffee shop makes a great place to browse or simply rest your eyes for a moment. University of Washington Bookstore (Shopping - Book Stores) 4326 University Way NE, Seattle  WA  98105 • 206-634-3400 • 800-335-1323 Distance: ~3.73 mi User Rating: 5.5 / 10         Description: UNIVERSITY DISTRICT. Recognized as one of the country's largest collegiate bookstores, this establishment makes available an astounding selection of books, magazines, office supplies, and art-related merchandise. You're guaranteed to find an elusive academic text, the perfect watercolor brush, or a hard-to-locate periodical. They will special order items not in stock – be it book, CD, or even computer software. They even offer free out-of-print book searches. Gift wrapping and shipping are also available. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.