Founders Club

Founders Club is open Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00 pm–12:00 am. Because it operates inside the Fairmont Olympic Hotel and hosts events, hours may vary on special dates, call ahead or check with the hotel if you're planning a holiday or event night.

Yes, the team is used to special requests. Guests successfully arranged surprise birthdays, special seating and celebratory touches; the club also handles private bookings and locker requests. For large parties or specific needs (dietary, seating, buyouts), contact PrivateDiningSea@Fairmont.com or call the hotel in advance to confirm details.

Business casual is the stated dress code. Guests report a mix of attire in practice, many dress up for a night out while others arrive more casually, so business casual or slightly dressy is a safe choice if you want to match the room’s elegant vibe.

Go early on a weeknight or midweek when possible. Guests report the spot is most enjoyable with a reservation during quieter weekday evenings; weekends, hotel events and holidays are noticeably busier and louder. If you prefer a very private or relaxed experience, aim for an early seating on Tue–Thu and reserve in advance.

Yes, Founders Club is a popular choice for a date night. It’s an intimate, speakeasy-style lounge hidden behind a bookcase with dim lighting, plush seating and craft cocktails that many guests call exceptional. Expect a cozy, slightly upscale vibe best for two people; seating is limited so book ahead. Note that it can get lively on busy nights, so ask for a quieter corner or an earlier reservation if you want a very private evening.

The ambience is a 1920s-inspired speakeasy with modern polish, dim, sultry, velvet and polished brass details create a cozy, exclusive feel. Many guests praise the relaxing and classy vibe and exceptional bartenders, though some note the room can become loud during hotel events or busy weekends. Overall it’s intimate, stylish and tailored to cocktail experiences.

Busiest: weekend evenings, holidays and hotel event nights, these can make the room louder and crowded. Quietest: earlier weeknights or midweek openings (Tue–Thu) and earlier seatings tend to be calmer. Guests recommend booking midweek or early evening for the most relaxed experience.

Midweek (Tuesday–Thursday) evenings are generally the best days for a quieter, more intimate experience, Founders Club is open Tue–Sat, so weekdays avoid the heavier weekend crowds. If you’re aiming for a very special or lively night, Friday or Saturday will deliver more energy but expect a busier room.

Hours are listed as Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am, but Founders Club does run holiday and special-event evenings (guests mention New Year’s and holiday-season visits). Because hours can vary for holidays and events, call the Fairmont Olympic Hotel or the club before planning a holiday visit.

Yes, Founders Club accepts private party bookings and buyouts for larger groups. The owner info specifically notes private-party capability and directs inquiries to PrivateDiningSea@Fairmont.com. Guests also report reserved events and special celebrations hosted in the space.