Directions:
The Palisades, overlooking the beautiful Puget Sound,
is located at 47th Ave. SW and Dash Point Road, Federal Way
about 4 1/2 miles from Freeway I-5
From North or South I-5,
On Interstate 5, take exit 143.
Go west on 320th Street past "The Commons" (SeaTac) Mall.
Stay on 320th until it ends.
Take a right onto 47th Ave. SW to Dash Point Road (WA State 509)
Turn left and then take the first right
into the drive for the Palisades Retreat Center
From the East, (Hwy 18)
Take Highway 18 to Federal Way.
It will become Campus Way and then 336th SW.
Continue to Hoyt Road and turn Right. Hoyt Road becomes 47th SW.
Continue on 47th Ave. SW to Dash Point Road (WA State 509)
Turn left and then take the first right
into the drive for the Palisades Retreat Center
Some notes for those attending Meetings or Retreats:
Retreat Center: Housing at The Palisades is in single rooms (each of our 55 rooms have a full or queen bed in each). In 2006/07 the retreat house celebrated 50 years of service in the Archdiocese of Seattle, following a full renovation with larger rooms, a shower in each guest room and all new furnishings throughout. For groups that request them, we also have 17 roll-away beds for use by those groups requiring two beds in a room and seven of our rooms have hide-a-beds. There is also a three bedroom cottage (5 beds/2 baths) on grounds that is available for group and/or individual use. The cottage also has meeting space and a kitchenette.
Each room has a bible and crucifix, and comes with sheets, towels & soap. You will need to bring your own shampoo & other toiletries; comfortable clothes, a notebook & pen and anything else that will help you to feel comfortable and at home at the retreat center. Our guest rooms do not have telephones or TV's. There is a phone are available at the registration desk by the front door.
Meals: Our generous meals are served buffet style in our dining room overlooking Puget Sound. The retreat center will provide Coffee, Tea and Ice Water for people as they arrive. Special dietary requirements can be met if you make your needs known to our kitchen staff.
The following guidelines are intended to assure that the environment remains welcoming and hospitable for all guests. Please do not hesitate to contact the staff of the
Palisades if you have any questions or require assistance. Email: Palisades Retreat Center
Chapel: The chapel is open 24 hours a day for prayer and reflection.
Hours: The building is opened at 7:00 a.m. and is locked at 7:00 p.m. Quiet time please after 10 PM. We do not give keys to the guest rooms, so we suggest that you lock your door when you are in the room and that you don’t leave valuables in sight in your room while you are out. There is a combination lock on the front door for those who need to go out after we lock up at night.
Library: The library, located at the end of the 1st floor hallway, is available for guest use but is limited for the use as meeting space.
Smoking: Smoking areas are outside, near the parking area in front and on the conference room patios.
Outdoor Paths: There are paths through the woods and to the water, including a path to the beach with 180 stairs. Please refrain from picking flowers along our walkways and from disturbing sea life on the beach.
Rest Rooms: Public rest rooms are on the lower level and in the hall of the first floor guest wing convenient to Conference Rooms.
Candles: No candles or incense should be used in the building unless approved by the staff of the center.
Cellular Phones: Please turn cellular phones off or on vibrate or silent mode during your stay and limit cellular phone use to areas not occupied by other guests
Soda: A vending machine is located in the hall outside the Forest View Conference Room.
Food and Beverage: Please consume food and beverages in the dining room, or other designated eating area. Please do not bring food or beverages into the chapel or the bedrooms. Groups that bring their own snacks will be charged an additional per person fee for cleanup and disposal costs.
Special Diets: Please notify the kitchen staff of special dietary requirements. We will do all we can to accommodate your needs.
Refrigerator: A refrigerator for guest use is available in the dining room by the door to the kitchen.
Public Telephone and Messages: Phone messages are posted on the bulletin board at the front desk. You may use the desk phone by following the instructions provided on the paper next to the phone.
Computers and Wireless Internet: There are three hubs in the Center for wireless internet. These hubs give access through most of the buildings and guest rooms. There is also a computer connected to the internet in the registration area which guests are permitted to use. All groups are charged a $10 access fee for internet use.
Emergencies: If there is an emergency and you are in need of assistance; contact your group leader or any of the Palisades Staff. If unable to find assistance, call Deacon Dave Jones Cell phone – number posted at front desk. Tylenol, first aid, toothbrushes, toothpaste and assisted hearing devices are available at the reception area.