Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah Celebrates a Full Refresh with a Ribbon Cutting

Kari Magill, CEO of Rowley Properties, smiles after cutting the ribbon as Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet and City Council member Russell Joe applaud, celebrating the refreshed Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah.

For its tenth anniversary, the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah has a new look from top to bottom. Rowley Properties, the hotel’s owner, completed a full soft goods refresh of the extended-stay hotel and marked the moment with a ribbon cutting reception on Friday, September 25, 2026. New wallpaper, artwork, carpet, and furniture now run throughout the hotel, giving guests what feels like a brand new hotel inside a familiar building.

What changed at the Homewood Suites in Issaquah?

A soft goods refresh replaces the finishes guests see and touch every day, like wall coverings, flooring, furniture, and art. At the Homewood Suites, that work touched the whole hotel, from the lobby to the suites to the meeting spaces.

The goal was simple. Make every stay feel more comfortable and more current, whether a guest is in town for two nights or two months. For an extended-stay hotel, where a suite becomes a temporary home, those details matter. And, as owners, it is important to Rowley Properties that the stay feel uniquely Issaquah with its nature-centric and special touches throughout the building and its courtyard experience.

A refreshed suite at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah, with new carpet, wallpaper, and furniture.
A refreshed suite at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah, with new carpet, wallpaper, and furniture designed for longer, more comfortable stays.

The new artwork brings a little local humor, too, just in time for the fall salmon run.

Photograph of a salmon leaping through whitewater with a white neon sign reading be spawntaneous, displayed on a wall at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah.
New artwork at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah includes a leaping salmon photograph topped with a neon “be spawntaneous” sign, a playful nod to Issaquah’s salmon heritage. And an opportunity to “spawntaneously” snap a picture to capture your stay.

How did Issaquah celebrate the refresh?

Guests gathered at the hotel from 3:00 to 5:00 PM for an afternoon reception. They enjoyed catering and a toast, then heard brief remarks before the ribbon cutting.

Catering and charcuterie served at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah ribbon cutting reception.
Guests enjoyed catering and a toast during the ribbon cutting reception on September 25, 2026.

Kari Magill, CEO of Rowley Properties, hosted the celebration. Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet and Issaquah City Council member Russell Joe joined representatives from the City of Issaquah, along with Skip Rowley of the Rowley family and Kelly Richardson, commercial broker at Rowley Properties. Representatives from Hilton and several who made this great work happen behind the scenes also attended. From architects, contractors, hotel team, to insurance brokers and Rowley employees, Kari extended her gratitude and thanks for a job well done.

One particular guest brought the day full circle. A representative from GLY, the construction company involved in building the original hotel, was on hand to see the building’s next chapter.

After the ribbon cutting, guests toured the refreshed lobby, a model suite, and the hotel’s meeting spaces.

New furniture in the refreshed lobby of the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah.
New furniture welcomes guests in the refreshed lobby of the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah.

Frequently asked questions

Was the Homewood Suites in Issaquah renovated?

Yes. Rowley Properties completed a full soft goods refresh of the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah in 2026, with new wallpaper, artwork, carpet, and furniture throughout the hotel.

Who owns the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah?

Rowley Properties, a third-generation, family-owned property company based in Issaquah, Washington, owns the hotel.

Is the Homewood Suites a good fit for extended stays in Issaquah?

Yes. It’s an all-suite, extended-stay hotel with full in-suite kitchens, which makes it a strong choice for relocations, longer visits, and work assignments in the Issaquah area.

Come see the new look

The best way to experience the refresh is to stay a while. Book your stay at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah, located at 1484 Hyla Ave NW in Issaquah. We’d love to welcome you.

About Rowley Properties: Rowley Properties is a third-generation, family-owned property company based in Issaquah, Washington, and has been part of the community since 1954. The company owns the Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah. Learn more at rowleyproperties.com.