The Silver Cloud Inn Tacoma has a beautiful setting on the waterfront. The room was quiet, clean, comfortable, and accommodating with a small fridge and microwave. We enjoyed the views from our room as well as the large screen TV. Each morning we had hot breakfasts with coffee by the fireplace in their lobby, also with views of the sound. Breakfast had lots of variety, and everything we had was good. The hotel has lots of free parking, so we could easily explore Tacoma and Seattle and other areas by car. But, it also was within walking distance to a beautiful park on the Bay, several waterfront restaurants, and Starbucks and other restaurants in nearby Old Town. I would always choose the Silver Cloud anytime I'm back in the Tacoma area! It was a relaxing and enjoyable retreat.