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Hotel Ballard

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A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and decorative iron balconies. - Hotel Ballard (Seattle)
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Located close to National Nordic Museum and Woodland Park Zoo, Hotel Ballard provides a rooftop terrace, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a sports massage, a manicure/pedicure, and a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Stoneburner, features happy hour and dinner. Pilates classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include basketball. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two large beds, a tufted headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of a hallway.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a view of the outside balcony.

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ballard, a neighborhood in Seattle, Hotel Ballard is in the entertainment district and by the sea. Space Needle and Pike Place Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle Great Wheel. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Seattle Center or Museum of Pop Culture. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Seattle travel guide
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5216 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98107

What's nearby

  • A parking lot with several flags and a vehicle.
    National Nordic Museum
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ballard Farmers Market
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fraternal Order of Eagles, Ballard Salmon Bay Aerie 2141
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Portland Building
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bergen Place Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • U District Station
    10 min drive
  • King Street Station
    24 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kangaroo & Kiwi
    5 min walk
  • Bad Albert's Tap & Grill
    3 min walk
  • King's Hardware
    1 min walk
  • Arashi Ramen
    3 min walk
  • Macleod's Scottish Pub
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Stoneburner

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 15 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ballard have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 Indoor pools.

Is Hotel Ballard pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ballard?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ballard?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Ballard located?

Located in Ballard, this spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from National Nordic Museum and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Woodland Park Zoo. University of Washington and Seattle Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Ballard Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 608 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lee

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Hotel Ballard is charming and luxurious. We used the pool and had dinner nearby - it was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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Wonderful staff. Very convenient to many restaurants & shopping. Fabulous workout facility next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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Great hotel. Convenient location. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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Property & staff we're great. Room was extremely comfortable & spacious. Location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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Walking distance to great restaurants and the parking was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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We loved the convenient location to downtown Ballard. Lots of places to eat and walk to. We did have a car and utilized the parking garage. It the parking garage was better lit that would have been ideal. The lights are motion sensitive but it is pitch dark in the garage until you are literally already in the spot that you need lighting for. Had I been traveling by myself as a single woman I would have been very hesitant to use the garage for safety reasons.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margo

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Nice room, great location. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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Our stay at Hotel Ballard was great. Location is great if you want to spend time in Ballard near great food and shops. We stayed in one of the 5th floor roof top room and the views were great. Housekeeping and staff were also awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

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Great location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Harmoni

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Staff was really friendly building is beautiful and absolutely love my rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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Location is excellent. Right in the middle of the Sunday Market, and within easy walking distance of many fine restaurants. The rooms are comfortable, and the Nespresso machine a welcome amenity.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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Great location in a cool little neighborhood. Our room was ready early, staff was very helpful and the room was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charise

Stayed for 1 night. Really nice staff, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Terrific location. Convenient to everything, restaurants, shops and the Farmers Market. The best I’d access to the Olympic Athletic Club, first class facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chloe

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Clean room nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosa

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I must say that for it being my first time visiting Seattle, I was very impressed and glad I made a wonderful choice for booking and staying at the Ballard Hotel. This place has all. You need and selection of close by restaurants, shopping stores, bars, desserts shops. Overall the Ballard was impressive, exquisite 👌 beautiful, clean, gym,spa, bar restaurant. Loved,loved! I will definitely come.back and highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

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Stayed for one night love the little downtown spot hotel and staff were great. Everything was clean. Has lots of character. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ariana

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Clean, gorgeous, great location, and very friendly staff! We're moving to Ballard soon and this place is so cute, it had me thinking "staycation?". Recommending to everyone I know for when they come to visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

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Clean room, quiet hotel with great neighborhood restaurants. About 15-20mins from the city in taxi.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brittnay

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Loved the balcony view . Room was beautiful and clean . Most comfortable bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large, clean suite and ideal location. Right in the middle of the Ballard Sunday Farmers Market. Love.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerrod

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Amazing location, great staff, extremely clean hotel. Absolutely loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Regina

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It was a very walkable area with many close restaurants nearby. The room was clean but had a ridiculously expensive minibar in the room so bring snacks and drinks so you will not be tempted. I asked for a late check out due to my cruise time and was granted only one hour. I do not suggest this property for pre-cruise accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Would stay here again

Beautiful hotel and great location. Approximately 3 miles to the port, in walking distance of restaurants and shops. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025