
Davenport Hotel
Best for downtown sightseeing, historic dining, and large events in elegant ballrooms.
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Davenport Hotel is a 4-star historic downtown Spokane hotel with multiple dining rooms, a full-service spa and event ballrooms; read this if you want a walkable base for sightseeing, shows or a wedding. Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport is a 3-star branded airport hotel in Spokane's West Hills; read this if you want straightforward airport access, meeting space, and dependable branded amenities.
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Best for downtown sightseeing, historic dining, and large events in elegant ballrooms.

Best for quick airport access, predictable Hilton-brand service, and smaller meetings near West Hills.
When Davenport Hotel wins: Choose the Davenport if you want a historic downtown address, multiple on-site dining venues (Palm Court Grill, Peacock Room Lounge, Lobby Bar, Emporium), a full-service Davenport Spa & Salon, and large, historic event spaces — ideal for weddings, theater nights and sightseeing on foot.
When Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport wins: Choose Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport for easy access to Spokane International Airport, free 24-hour airport shuttle service, on-site meeting space (~1,708 sq ft), consistent brand standards, and practical amenities like an indoor pool and free wired internet.
Bottom line: Pick Davenport for atmosphere, full-service spa and downtown convenience; pick Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport for airport proximity, straightforward business facilities, and a predictable, family-friendly branded stay.
| Category | Davenport Hotel | Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic, upscale downtown hotel with formal dining and ballroom spaces | Reliable branded airport hotel with practical business and transit features |
| Location | 10 S Post St, Downtown Spokane — walkable to Riverfront Park and theaters | 9015 US 2 West, Spokane (West Hills) — near Spokane International Airport and Northern Quest Casino |
| Size (rooms) | 284 guestrooms | 120 guestrooms |
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM (noon) | |
| Pools & water | Heated indoor pool (open year-round), hot tub and steam room; wheelchair-accessible | Indoor pool and hot tub; wheelchair-accessible pool |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple venues: Palm Court Grill, Peacock Room Lounge, Lobby Bar, Emporium (coffee/retail) | On-site restaurant 2 West Bar & Grill, bar/lounge and limited room service |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service Davenport Spa & Salon in the Pompeian Room; 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes | Fitness facilities and accessible features; no full-service spa published |
| Meetings & events | Extensive historic event space (about 36,836 sq ft across 18 rooms; Grand Pennington Ballroom for large weddings) | Conference space ~1,708 sq ft; meeting rooms and business center |
| Airport access | About a 10–12 minute drive to Spokane International Airport (GEG); shuttle options vary | Complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle available 24 hours; preferred airport GEG |
| Family-friendly | Marketed family-friendly; free cribs and family pool; kids stay free using existing bedding | Family-friendly; not adults-only |
Davenport Hotel sits at 10 S Post St in downtown Spokane within easy walking distance of theaters, Riverfront Park and the convention center.
Davenport is best when you want to be in the center of Spokane's cultural and dining scene.
Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport is in the West Hills neighborhood near Spokane International Airport and Northern Quest Casino.
Hilton Garden Inn is the practical pick if airport proximity and straightforward transfers matter most.
Davenport offers historic rooms and a mix of room types across the original hotel and a nearby tower.
Choose Davenport for historic character and larger room inventory including suites and family options.
Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport has a standard Hilton layout with multiple accessible and premium room types.
Hilton Garden Inn delivers predictable, practical rooms with accessible options and in-room conveniences.
Davenport provides several on-site dining venues covering full meals, cocktails and coffee.
Davenport is for guests who want a variety of historic dining and late-night cocktail options without leaving the hotel.
Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport has one main restaurant and a bar/lounge with room service available (limited hours).
Hilton Garden Inn suits travelers looking for a reliable on-site meal and grab-and-go options near the airport.
Davenport features a heated indoor pool, hot tub and steam room as part of its wellness offerings.
Davenport's pool and spa are central to its appeal for leisure guests and families.
Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport offers an indoor pool and hot tub as part of its guest amenities.
Hilton Garden Inn provides the basic indoor pool features travelers expect at an airport property.
Davenport includes Davenport Spa & Salon and more extensive evening lounge options.
Davenport is the stronger choice if you plan spa treatments and an evening out without leaving the property.
Hilton Garden Inn focuses on fitness and practical services rather than a full-service spa experience.
Hilton Garden Inn is aimed at travelers who prioritize fitness and airport logistics rather than spa services.

Davenport — several on-site dining venues plus immediate walking access to theaters and Riverfront Park.

Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport — complimentary 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle and close drive to GEG.

Davenport — nearly 36,836 sq ft of historic event space and multiple large ballrooms for weddings and conferences.

Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport — branded rooms with meeting space and a 24-hour business center.
Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport is located near the airport and offers a complimentary 24-hour roundtrip shuttle; Davenport is downtown and about a 10–12 minute drive to GEG.
Davenport Hotel has the Davenport Spa & Salon; no full-service spa is published for Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport.
Yes. Davenport is explicitly marketed as family-friendly with free cribs and a family pool; Hilton Garden Inn Spokane Airport is not adults-only and lists family-friendly amenities.
For large, formal events and ballrooms choose Davenport (extensive historic event space); for smaller meetings nearer the airport choose Hilton Garden Inn (about 1,708 sq ft of conference space and meeting rooms).
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