What's it like in Ballard?

Ballard is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its gardens, bars and shopping. Are you looking for Ballard travel tips? Make sure that you visit National Nordic Museum and Shilshole Bay Marina while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Ballard?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Ballard is the highest ranked property in Ballard. This hotel offers 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Ballard Inn .

How many hotels will I find in the Ballard area?

Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodation options in Ballard to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Seattle area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ballard, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Ballard.

What can I see and do in this Seattle neighbourhood?

Ballard's sights and attractions like Carnegie Public Library, National Nordic Museum and Tractor Tavern offer insight into the local culture. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Shilshole Bay Marina and Ballard Building are some other places worth a visit. Ballard Homestead, Seattle Metaphysical Library and Bergen Place Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Ballard. The Sunset Tavern and Portland Building are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Seattle.

The Best Hotels in Ballard, Seattle - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Ballard hotels

1. Hotel Ballard

Ballard

Aaron

฿16,959 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

2. Ballard Inn

Ballard

Kristy

฿7,387 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave

3. Ballard's sweet suites

Ballard

Brian

฿4,547 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

4. The Sweetest Suite - 91 Walkscore

Ballard

Charlotte

฿10,776 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

5. Modern Sustainable Design in Ballard

Ballard

David

฿11,509 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

6. 6 Mi to Dtwn Seattle: Walkable Home w/ Hot Tub

Ballard

฿17,309 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

7. Mediterranean Inn

Lower Queen Anne, 6.6 km from Ballard

Dane

฿7,745 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

8. Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center Seattle

Lower Queen Anne, 6.5 km from Ballard

Susan

฿9,097 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown

Lower Queen Anne, 6.6 km from Ballard

Alesia

฿7,792 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

10. Archer Hotel Seattle/Redmond

19.9 km from Ballard

Nancy

฿7,821 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Everett by IHG

25.3 km from Ballard

Erin

฿4,101 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

12. Redmond Inn

21.1 km from Ballard

Natalya

฿5,131 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Bothell, WA

17.9 km from Ballard

Patricia J

฿5,366 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

14. McMenamins Anderson School

16.2 km from Ballard

Dominique

฿6,448 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Convention Center

Denny Triangle, 8.1 km from Ballard

Alma

฿8,753 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

16. Hyatt Regency Seattle

Denny Triangle, 8.2 km from Ballard

Lisa

฿11,292 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

17. Element by Marriott Seattle Downtown

Lower Queen Anne, 6.8 km from Ballard

Brick

฿8,190 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Downtown

Denny Triangle, 7.6 km from Ballard

Ana

฿7,479 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-North/Lynnwood

18.1 km from Ballard

Susan

฿4,740 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Downtown Seattle, 8.8 km from Ballard

Jeffrey

฿15,219 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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Where to stay in Ballard

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Downtown Seattle

A clean, walkable city center with tree-filled public spaces, shopping, boutique bars and restaurants, and views across the Puget Sound.

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Belltown

Seattle’s ultra-modern side is evident in this neighborhood, where an active arts and partying scene thrives amid its shining skyscrapers.

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Capitol Hill

Experience the leafy green parks, world-class art gallery and electric nightlife of this up-and-coming Seattle neighborhood.

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South Lake Union

One of Seattle’s most scenic neighborhoods, this district houses fascinating museums along the tree-lined banks of its beautiful lake.

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Pioneer Square

Shopping, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.

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Top Ballard Hotel Reviews

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

10/10 Excellent

"Always a great stay!"

The Belltown Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The Belltown Inn is an older, boutique type hotel. There is one elevator so there was a mild wait. The room and bathroom were both on the smaller size but comfortable. The amenities were fine (except we couldn't figure out how to work the coffee machine). We chose this hotel because of its location. It is walkable to both the Pike Place Market as well as the Space Needle/Chihuly Gardens. There are no food services within the hotel but there is a "Bisquit Btch" take-out next door that is excellent to grab a quick breakfast. Around the block are some good places to eat including Rocco's (pizza) and Cotto's Italian (both excellent)."

Mediterranean Inn

8/10 Good

"We had a long day , up at 4 am , drive an hour to the airport. Flight was at 7:30 , 4 hours and 50 minute flight to Seattle. Landed at 9:45 pt, took a taxi to the hotel, another 40 minute drive. We are in our 70’s and would have liked to get an early check in before 4pm, but all we got was a 2pm check in. It could have been better, I requested an early check in when I booked a room several months ago. I was disappointed ."

Hotel Max

8/10 Good

"We stayed one night before an Alaskan cruise. The two best things about this hotel are its central location and the people who work there. The reason I am giving four and not five stars is that this hotel redefines "a small room". Ours felt more like a mousetrap. I wouldn't be able to stay in that room for more than one night. However, the staff were all amazing, helpful and friendly"

Oxford Seattle

10/10 Excellent

"We had an excellent 1 night stay. Check in was remote and would have been extremely simple but we had several special requests. These were easily handled by Mona who was very helpful and reassuring during the check in and check out process. Also, a great location; steps from the Pike Place Market and close enough to Pier 66 that we could walk to the pier with our bags. Highly recommend."

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Our top choices for Ballard hotels

1. Hotel Ballard

2. Ballard Inn

3. Ballard's sweet suites

4. The Sweetest Suite - 91 Walkscore

5. Modern Sustainable Design in Ballard

6. 6 Mi to Dtwn Seattle: Walkable Home w/ Hot Tub

7. Mediterranean Inn

8. Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center Seattle

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown

10. Archer Hotel Seattle/Redmond

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Everett by IHG

12. Redmond Inn

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Bothell, WA

14. McMenamins Anderson School

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Convention Center

16. Hyatt Regency Seattle

17. Element by Marriott Seattle Downtown

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Downtown

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-North/Lynnwood

20. Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Where to stay in Ballard

Downtown Seattle

Belltown

Capitol Hill

South Lake Union

Pioneer Square

Top Ballard Hotel Reviews

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