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Ballard Inn

2.0 star property
Historic hotel near Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91

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A gym with wooden floors, exercise equipment, and large windows.
A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by walls with a tiled pattern and a greenish hue.
A modern lobby with a black and white patterned sofa, a black chandelier, and a large mirror on the wall.
A storefront with a sign for Ballard Inn, featuring large windows and a visible interior with a sofa and fruit bowl.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two hot tubs, and a tiled floor.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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5300 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98107
  • Place, Ballard Farmers Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballard Building
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, National Nordic Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, a robe, and a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

A neatly made bed in a hotel room with a tufted headboard, a bedside lamp, and a radiator.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Seattle

Ballard stay.Your stay at this Ballard hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Also, National Nordic Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Seattle Pacific University is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballard Farmers Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Portland Building - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ballard Building - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Nordic Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ballard Locks Fish Ladder - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • U District Station - 10 min drive
  • King Street Station - 24 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Little Beast - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kangaroo & Kiwi - ‬4 min walk
  • Bad Albert's Tap & Grill
  • ‪Victrola Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sabine - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ballard Inn

Historic hotel near Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Ballard Inn offers its guests 2 indoor swimming pools, a health club, a hot tub, and a sauna. Public spaces have free WiFi. The historic Ballard Inn also features concierge services, express check-out, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Parking is available for a fee. You'll have access to the indoor pool and health club at a partner property.

This Seattle hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1902
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Ballard Inn offers 16 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • In-room crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per night)
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per day)

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
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

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 25.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (328 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Ballard Inn
Ballard Inn Seattle
Ballard Inn Hotel
Ballard Inn Seattle
Ballard Inn Hotel Seattle

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ballard Inn to the airport?

Ballard Inn is 4.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballard Inn?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballard Inn on Sep 1, 2026 start from $198, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ballard Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ballard Inn.

How close is Ballard Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 11.5 mi (30-min drive) from Alki Beach.

Does Ballard Inn offer free breakfast?

Ballard Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ballard Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Clearwater Casino (9.3 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ballard Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Ballard Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.00 per day.

Does Ballard Inn have a pool?

Ballard Inn features 2 indoor pools.

Does Ballard Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ballard Inn to downtown Seattle?

Ballard Inn is 4.8 mi away from Seattle.

Ballard Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 589 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brylee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, GREAT location! Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, friendly staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

trinity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, bed was comfortable, it was a great night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Clean, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option for an affordable stay in Ballard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Leslie

Parking felt safe but definitely should be included w room price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and clean! Adorable little building. We got a room with a bathroom and it a view of the main street. The only thing I can think of is that there should be better direction on where to check in and park. You have to check in at the Ballard hotel to get the key to the Ballard Inn. It was easy once we figured that part out. It was a great stay. Bed was comfy as well. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ingrid

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So loud and other guests erred disrespectful at night so loud. Never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking garage was easy to find and use.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, cute room, fun brands used
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint inn. Convenient location. Lots of places to eat nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great health club
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Everything was actually nice EXCEPT we didn’t pay close enough attention (neither did the other couple on our floor) because there is no bathroom. There is a shared bathroom in the hallway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely convenient to restaurants and other shopping. Very walkable, a unique antique!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine, bed comfortable. It was extremely difficult to find a temporary parking place to check in, so as to be able to access the parking garage.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Ballard Inn was very comfortable and clean. We were able to walk to restaurants and shopping. Housekeeping staff was very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely stay there again! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful old hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
To noisy!!!! No air
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved that is was within walking distance from the venue for the concert we attended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ballard has many options for dining and is near the locks which are a must see. Ballard Inn is perfectly situated in the middle of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable property close to shops, restaurants, and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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