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Hotel Ballard

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near National Nordic Museum

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofabed | Courtyard view
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Hot Tub
  • Gym

Explore the area

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5216 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98107
  • Place, Woodland Park Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Space Needle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Seattle Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 400 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Luxury Suite

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

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About the neighborhood

Seattle

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Ballard hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of National Nordic Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Woodland Park Zoo. University of Washington and Museum of Pop Culture are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Woodland Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • University of Washington - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Space Needle - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Seattle Center - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Westlake Mercer St Station - 8 min drive
  • King Street Station - 25 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rachel's Bagels & Burritos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hattie's Hat Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sabine - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rough & Tumble Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Miro Tea - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ballard

4-star boutique hotel near National Nordic Museum
Hotel Ballard offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 indoor swimming pools, and 2 hot tubs along with a health club and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library are also featured at the boutique Hotel Ballard. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Seattle hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2013
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Ballard offers 29 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Seattle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
  • 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 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 15 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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
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.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Hotel Ballard Seattle
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Ballard to the airport?

Hotel Ballard is 4.7 mi (20-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 Hotel Ballard?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballard on Nov 12, 2025 start from $346.12, excluding 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 Hotel Ballard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Ballard.

How close is Hotel Ballard to the beach?

This hotel is 11.2 mi (31-min drive) from Alki Beach.

Does Hotel Ballard offer free breakfast?

Hotel Ballard does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Ballard?

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

What time is check-in at Hotel Ballard?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Ballard?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does Hotel Ballard have a pool?

Hotel Ballard features 2 indoor pools.

Does Hotel Ballard have a restaurant?

Hotel Ballard is home to Stoneburner, which features Mediterranean cuisine and happy hour.

Does Hotel Ballard have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

How close is Hotel Ballard to downtown Seattle?

Hotel Ballard is 4.8 mi away from Seattle.

Hotel Ballard Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 534 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 534 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 534 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 534 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 534 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JANET, EUGENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality provided by the front desk staff. Love the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Over-priced, poor management, never again

There were many problems at this hotel, and it is over-priced compared with hotels closer to downtown. Ballard is a fun area, but I would not stay at this hotel. No coffee shop or restaurant at the property. If you are up early, no luck. You have to wait until breakfast places in the neighborhood open around 7:30. "The room with patio" is facing an event space on the patio -- people can look into your windows and the glass door. I had to keep the curtains closed while it's light outside because strangers were walking by outside. I had reservation issues with the hotel. They charged me directly to my credit card without my authorization. I asked for refund. I gave my email so that "they will get back to me." They never did in spite of repeated request from me. I had to go through the dispute process with the credit card company.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Nice area, lots of bars of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesia

This Hotel Ballard, is right where I want to be.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Great place, very up to date and many places within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gloria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A beautiful European gem in prime location!

Beautiful European vibes in the heart of Ballard! Feels luxurious & special. Several delicious eateries steps away, including Stoneburner, Sabine, San Fermo, Situ Tacos, & more. Can’t beat the walkable location. Very quiet in room, despite the street facing balcony (sooo Parisian!). We were on 4th floor, so we could hear music event in 5th floor Pavilion, but it was over by 10pm, & we didn’t mind the fun atmosphere of live music. Bed & linens are incredibly comfortable. Love the robes. Bathroom is high quality with separate toilet room, which is always appreciated! Unfortunately, no room service; would be so cool if they partnered with Stoneburner for that! Would love if the fresh coffee was available all day in the lobby. Definitely a beautiful spot for anyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a fantastic stay at Hotel Ballard !! The staff was amazing and couldn’t be nicer !!! Great neighborhood, can’t say enough about this hotel !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We adore the property, the location and staff. We would however love a later checkout option, even if we had to pay for it. We totally understand, though that Ballard is a boutique, small hotel, and it may not make sense. But still it’s on our wish list.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Anchorage

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Farmers market sets up just in front
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic boutique hotel in a super cool location on Ballard’s best street. I love the access to the Olympic Health Club, and the well-appointed rooms at the top floors with private patios.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect weekend, brunch retreat
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and hotel. The only issue was noise from Ballard avenue - pretty loud at night until around 11:45pm.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BOBBIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel esthetics i.e. furniture, wallpsper, art, flooring made the stay inviting andnot pretentitious. Front desk staff professional but personable. I'll return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful as usual!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickey, Jones

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ballard is a great restored hotel in the middle of Ballard shopping and dining. The room was very clean and comfortable. We were in a room with access on the roof. There is an event area just outside and can be noisy if an event is going on. Otherwise very quiet and comfortable. My only complaint would be parking. The parking garage is very small and a tight space. If you meet someone on the way in or out, you will probably have to back up to make room. There is street parking but can be hard to find something in the evenings when busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUBEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was amazing and the staff was incredibly friendly during our honeymoon stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot if you want to explore Ballard.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jahnavi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025