Seattle is a city where the hotel you select can set the tone for the entire vacation. Stay near the Pike Place Market and you can enjoy the food and market district vibes at its peak every morning. Opt for the waterfront and you will have views of Elliott Bay to wake up to. South Lake Union has a more modern and business-like feel, while Pioneer Square and Belltown strike a balance between dining, entertainment, and historic charm.
To narrow down the seemingly endless options, we present the best places to stay in Seattle based on a specific appeal. Luxury meets design in some, while others offer historic charm or are centered around the local restaurant and bar scene. We have compiled a list of the most desirable hotels in Seattle so that you can find the perfect place to stay in order to enjoy experiencing the city.
Best Hotels in Seattle at a Glance
For Contemporary Luxury
1 Hotel Seattle
A stylish choice in South Lake Union, 1 Hotel Seattle combines a modern design approach with a strong focus on natural materials and sustainability. It works particularly well for travelers who want upscale accommodation away from the busiest tourist streets.
For Boutique Character
Hotel Ändra Seattle
Hotel Ändra offers a more intimate alternative to Seattle’s large luxury properties, with a design-conscious atmosphere and a central location between downtown and Belltown.
For Historic Seattle Charm
Mayflower Park Hotel
A classic downtown address with a long history, Mayflower Park is a good fit for travelers who appreciate traditional hotel character and want a central base for exploring the city.
For a Modern Waterfront Experience
Palihotel Seattle
Directly across from Pike Place Market, Palihotel brings a more playful, residential feel to one of Seattle’s most convenient sightseeing locations.
1 Hotel Seattle
Seattle (South Lake Union)
One of Seattle’s most interesting modern luxury hotel options, 1 Hotel Seattle offers a more removed but still convenient base for exploring the city. Set in South Lake Union, this is not the closest option to the absolute heart of downtown, but it is still within reasonable distance of most major attractions. The hotel has a strong emphasis on natural materials and sustainability that make it feel strikingly different from many other luxury properties. Contemporary luxury seekers, as well as those wishing to explore South Lake Union’s rising culinary and shopping scene, will find 1 Hotel Seattle to be a compelling option for their stay. Extended and business-friendly stays are also well catered for at this hotel set in the middle of a leafy neighborhood. (Visit Seattle)
South Lake Union location – A great alternative to the absolute heart of downtown
Nature-friendly materials – These are used extensively throughout the hotel and its surroundings
Contemporary luxury – An excellent choice for those wishing to feel like they are staying somewhere different from the standard luxury hotel
Great for extended stays – The hotel is ideally located in South Lake Union for spending time both in the city and the surrounding nature
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Hotel Ändra Seattle – MGallery Hotel Collection
Seattle (Downtown/Belltown)
Hotel Ändra Seattle offers a more intimate alternative to the large luxury properties dominating downtown Seattle. Its prime but not centro location puts it within easy walking distance of Pike Place Market, Belltown, and downtown. Ändra Seattle offers travelers a more residential feel to their stay in the city, complemented by its design-led interior. Ändra has a Scandinavian edge to its appearance, making it particularly special for travelers seeking something different from the norm. The hotel caters exceptionally well to couples and those wishing to discover Seattle from a more local perspective without sacrificing comfort for convenience.
Boutique feel – A more personalized option compared to the larger downtown Seattle properties
Prime location – Within easy walking distance of Pike Place Market, Belltown, and downtown Seattle
Scandinavian charm – Found in the hotel’s overall appearance and feel
Excellent choice for couples – Especially for those wishing to spend the majority of their time in downtown Seattle
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Mayflower Park Hotel
Seattle (Downtown)
Mayflower Park Hotel is a fantastic option for those wishing to stay in one of the most iconic downtown Seattle hotels. Set in an excellent location close to Pike Place Market, Westlake, and the shopping and dining districts, Mayflower Park Hotel has a more traditional feel compared to the modern luxury of downtown’s new skyscraper hotels. The location is perfect for sightseeing, shopping, and getting around the city center via public transportation. Mayflower Park Hotel is ideally situated for first-time visitors seeking to have a traditional hotel experience without breaking the bank on one of the most expensive luxury hotel districts in the country. (Visit Seattle)
Traditional charm – An excellent alternative to the modern luxury of downtown Seattle’s newest hotel complexes
Great downtown location – Offers easy access to the main attractions as well as public transport
Westlake-centrality – Makes the hotel perfect for getting around the city
Iconic hotel experience – Great for visitors wishing to feel like they are staying in Seattle in the traditional sense
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Palihotel Seattle
Seattle (Pike Place Market)
Palihotel Seattle is a fantastic option for those wishing to have Pike Place Market right outside their front door. This hotel in the heart of downtown has one of the most desirable locations in the city for travelers wishing to have a local experience. Set in one of the most desirable areas for dining, shopping, and visiting Seattle, Palihotel Seattle has more of a residential feel compared to many of its competitors. The hotel is exceptionally well-suited to couples, foodies, and first-time visitors to the area. The only potential downside to staying in Palihotel is that the area can be comparatively busy, especially when the market is lively. (Visit Seattle)
Perfect PiKE Place Market location – Ideal for travelers wishing to spend a considerable amount of time in and around the market
Local charm – Found throughout the hotel’s interior and its overall appearance
Foodie-friendliness – Makes the hotel ideally suited to those wishing to spend considerable time in downtown Seattle
– Great for first-time visitors to the area
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Hotel Sorrento
Seattle (First Hill)
Hotel Sorrento presents a completely different option to its visitors compared to other downtown Seattle waterfront properties. Nestled on the edge of First Hill, Hotel Sorrento offers its guests a more local alternative to the larger and flashier downtown Seattle hotel district. First Hill is close enough to the action in downtown Seattle to spend time sightseeing while still being far enough to avoid the crowds altogether. Hotel Sorrento is ideally suited to couples and repeat visitors to the area who wish to explore the city from a different vantage point. The hotel is also great for first-time visitors to Seattle who have a particular interest in history and unique architecture, as the hotel district itself is quite special. (Visit Seattle)
Unique downtown location – Offers a more local alternative to the more prominent Seattle hotel districts
Less crowded – Compared to other hotel districts in Seattle, this one is much more local
First Hill charm – Makes the hotel a great option for exploring Seattle from a different perspective
Great for repeat visitors – An excellent choice for those wishing to avoid the busiest parts of downtown Seattle
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The Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown
Seattle (Belltown)
The Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown is a fantastic modern downtown option for those wishing to have a hotel stay that puts them between Seattle Center and the rest of the downtown area. The hotel’s location makes it a fantastic choice for those wishing to have a more local yet still conveniently located stay in Seattle. The option is great for travelers who want something new and different from the standard luxury hotel in the center of the city. As such, The Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown is a fantastic alternative for travelers wishing to experience the local restaurant and bar scene without sacrificing any of the comforts one would expect from a luxury hotel stay. The hotel’s location is also ideally suited for those wishing to split their time between downtown Seattle, the Space Needle area, and the waterfront.
Belltown location – Offers a great local alternative to the absolute center of the city.
Modern hotel – Offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to have a different type of hotel stay.
Excellent dining and entertainment options – Makes the hotel a fantastic choice for those wishing to experience the local bar and restaurant scene.
Great sightseeing base – The hotel’s location makes it ideally suited for exploring all parts of downtown Seattle.
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Hyatt Olive 8
Seattle (Downtown)
Hyatt Olive 8 is a great full-service downtown Seattle hotel option that puts its guests in the center of the action while still providing excellent amenities. Hyatt Olive 8 offers its guests a fantastic value for those wishing to have a full-service luxury hotel stay in downtown Seattle. Set near the Washington State Convention Center, the hotel is perfect for business travelers who wish to have a spectacular view of the city while still having access to the local restaurant and bar scene. This hotel is also ideally suited for family vacations, as it offers excellent amenities for extended stays without sacrificing the comforts expected from a luxury hotel. Hyatt Olive 8 is one of the most reliable downtown Seattle hotel options, offering excellent value and convenience to its guests. (Visit Seattle)
Indoor pool – Great for families and those wishing to enjoy the hotel’s amenities.
Full-service luxury hotel – Offers a fantastic value for extended stays.
Center of the action – Great for those wishing to have a hotel stay in downtown Seattle.
Good for families – Especially for extended stays in the area.
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Moxy Seattle Downtown
Seattle (South Lake Union/Downtown)
Moxy Seattle Downtown offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to experience a more social downtown Seattle hotel stay. Moxy Downtown Seattle is ideally located near South Lake Union and puts its guests within easy walking distance of many of the area’s most popular attractions.
The hotel stay is perfectly suited for those wishing to experience a completely different type of downtown Seattle hotel experience, one that is much more social and less conventional. As such, Moxy Seattle Downtown is a fantastic choice for young travelers, couples, and solo visitors who wish to spend the majority of their time in South Lake Union exploring the local bar and restaurant scene. It is not the best option for those wishing to have a more standard luxury hotel stay with conventional amenities.
Social downtown hotel – Great for those wishing to have a more unconventional hotel stay experience
South Lake Union proximity – Offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to explore this part of Seattle
Great for solo travelers – Makes Moxy Downtown Seattle one of the best options for young and solo visitors
Less conventional – Not suited for those wishing to have a more standard luxury hotel stay
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The Paramount Hotel Seattle
Seattle (Downtown)
The Paramount Hotel Seattle is a fantastic downtown Seattle option that puts its guests within easy walking distance of the theater district as well as the local shopping and restaurant districts.
As such, The Paramount Hotel Seattle is a fantastic choice for visitors wishing to have a central yet still conveniently located hotel stay in downtown Seattle. The hotel is also suited for those wishing to have a more local but still conventional downtown Seattle hotel stay option. The Paramount Hotel Seattle is a fantastic alternative for those wishing to have a more straightforward luxury hotel stay experience without any of the bells and whistles one would expect from a more mainstream luxury hotel property.
Center of downtown – Offers a fantastic value for a downtown Seattle hotel stay
Great sightseeing and theater options – Within easy walking distance of the main attractions
More local alternative – Great for those wishing to have a more conventional downtown Seattle hotel stay
Great without a car – Makes the hotel a fantastic option for visitors to Seattle who do not have access to one
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The Charter Hotel Seattle, Curio Collection by Hilton
Seattle (Downtown)
The Charter Hotel Seattle, Curio Collection by Hilton is a fantastic downtown Seattle alternative for those wishing to have a more boutique-style hotel stay. The downtown Seattle hotel is ideally located near Pike Place Market as well as the waterfront and other local attractions, making it a fantastic choice for first-time visitors to Seattle who wish to have a more local hotel experience. The hotel is part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, which makes it a fantastic alternative to a standard Hilton-branded hotel stay. The hotel stay is suited for visitors wishing to have a more boutique-style downtown Seattle hotel stay with modern amenities. (Visit Seattle)
Boutique-style hotel – Makes the hotel a fantastic choice for those wishing to have a different type of downtown Seattle hotel stay
Center of the action – Great for those wishing to have a local downtown Seattle hotel experience
Excellent for first-time visitors – Makes the hotel a fantastic alternative for those wishing to have a more local downtown Seattle hotel stay
Part of the Curio Collection by Hilton – Offers a fantastic alternative to a standard Hilton-branded hotel stay
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The Arctic Club Seattle – a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Seattle (Pioneer Square)
The Arctic Club Seattle – a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is a fantastic downtown Seattle alternative for those wishing to have a more local, historic hotel stay experience. The downtown Seattle hotel is set in a former historic building that was once home to the Arctic Club. As such, The Arctic Club Seattle – a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel offers a unique alternative for those wishing to have a more historic downtown Seattle hotel stay. The hotel is strategically located in the Pioneer Square neighborhood and is close to other historic parts of downtown Seattle, making it a fantastic choice for those wishing to explore this less conventional part of downtown Seattle. The hotel is best suited for couples, history lovers, and those wishing to have a more unique hotel stay experience in downtown Seattle. (Visit Seattle)
Historic downtown Seattle hotel – Offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to have a more local downtown Seattle hotel experience
Unique hotel stay – Due to the unique architecture and furnishings
Great for couples – Makes the hotel a fantastic choice for a romantic downtown Seattle getaway
Pioneer Square location – Offers a fantastic alternative for a more local downtown Seattle hotel stay
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Populus Seattle
Seattle (Pioneer Square)
Populus Seattle is a fantastic new downtown Seattle hotel alternative that puts its guests in one of the city’s most historic hotel districts. Set in Pioneer Square, this newest addition to Seattle’s downtown hotel district offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to explore this historic part of the city.
The hotel is ideally suited for those wishing to have a more local but still modern downtown Seattle hotel stay, as it has a fantastic balance of modern amenities while still being set in one of the city’s most iconic hotel districts. Populus Seattle is a fantastic choice for first-time visitors to Seattle, as it offers a different hotel experience from the more conventional downtown Seattle properties. It is also great for repeat visitors who wish to explore a different part of the city for their hotel stay while still having easy access to downtown Seattle’s main attractions.
New downtown Seattle hotel – Offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to have a more local downtown Seattle hotel experience
Pioneer Square location – Makes the hotel a fantastic choice for exploring this historic part of downtown Seattle
Modern amenities – Makes the hotel a great choice for more unconventional downtown Seattle hotel stays
Great for first-time visitors – Offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to have a completely different downtown Seattle hotel stay experience
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Hotel FIVE – A Staypineapple Hotel
Seattle (Belltown)
Hotel FIVE – A Staypineapple Hotel is a fantastic downtown Seattle alternative for those wishing to have a more colorful and vibrant downtown Seattle hotel experience.
Set in Belltown, this downtown Seattle hotel alternative is perfectly suited for those wishing to have a local hotel stay experience in one of the city’s most vibrant hotel districts. Hotel FIVE – A Staypineapple Hotel is best suited for young travelers, couples, and solo visitors who wish to have a more unconventional downtown Seattle hotel stay experience.
The hotel is ideally located for exploring downtown Seattle and the local restaurant and bar scene without sacrificing any of the comforts of a luxury hotel stay.
Belltown downtown Seattle hotel – Offers a fantastic alternative for those wishing to have a more local downtown Seattle hotel stay experience.
Colorful hotel – Makes the hotel a fantastic choice for unconventional downtown Seattle hotel stays.
Great for young travelers – Especially suited for solo and couple travelers who wish to have a more local downtown Seattle hotel stay experience.
Excellent for sightseeing – Makes the hotel a fantastic choice for those wishing to explore downtown Seattle while still having a local hotel stay experience.
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