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Hotel Ballard

Property class: 4
4-star boutique hotel near National Nordic Museum

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A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and decorative iron balconies.
A spacious foyer with a grand staircase, a large mirror, and a decorative console table.
A bar area with wooden bar counters, black cushioned bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A modern outdoor seating area with wooden walls and a glass enclosure, featuring multiple tables and chairs.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and hanging pendant lights.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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5216 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle, WA, 98107
  • Place, Ballard Farmers Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Portland Building
    ‪3 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 Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Luxury Suite

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
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

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 Seattle Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballard Farmers Market - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fraternal Order of Eagles, Ballard Salmon Bay Aerie 2141 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portland Building - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bergen Place Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Nordic Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Praxis Yoga and Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kangaroo & Kiwi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ballard Smoke Shop - ‬5 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
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! 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
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

  • 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
Hotel Ballard Seattle
Hotel Ballard Hotel
Hotel Ballard Seattle
Hotel Ballard Hotel Seattle

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Ballard to the airport?

Hotel Ballard is 4.6 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 Hotel Ballard?

As of Aug 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballard on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $409, 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 11.3 mi (30-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 sports massages, mani/pedis, and facials.

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. 497 out of 605 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 605 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 605 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 605 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 605 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to great restaurants and the parking was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here - beds were comfy and the rooms were well appointed. Loved that they had Molton Brown in the bathrooms
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great location. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice and convenient location. Room exceeded our expectations. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harmoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really friendly building is beautiful and absolutely love my rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk people and clean, well-maintained rooms. But don't get carried away by the high aggregate ratings. It's just a solid three-star hotel. The neighborhood is great for walking, drinking and eating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charise

Stayed for 1 night. Really nice staff, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, clean and very friendly staff. If you drive a big vehicle, they have outdoor parking available in reserved lots about a block away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet hotel with great neighborhood restaurants. About 15-20mins from the city in taxi.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittnay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the balcony view . Room was beautiful and clean . Most comfortable bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jahnavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, amazing, all the things! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good, clean. Staff great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026