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 Ballard Building and National Nordic Museum 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 189 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?

Explore Ballard's landmarks such as Ballard Building, Portland Building and GS Sanborn Building and learn about the local history. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, National Nordic Museum and Shilshole Bay Marina are some other places worth a visit. Carnegie Public Library, Seattle Metaphysical Library and Bergen Place Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Ballard. Frankie Feetsplinter Troll and Cors & Wegener 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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Ballard's sweet suites

Ballard

Abigale

฿3,159 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

The Sweetest Suite - 91 Walkscore

Ballard

Thomas

฿7,532 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Apr - 9 Apr

Modern Sustainable Design in Ballard

Ballard

David

฿7,950 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Ballard Inn

Ballard

Brylee

฿4,429 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Scandi Boho Seattle Apartment, Walk to Waterfront!

Ballard

฿12,745 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

Hotel Ballard

Ballard

Harmoni

฿8,688 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

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

Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center Seattle

Lower Queen Anne, 6.5 km from Ballard

Sidney

฿4,560 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

MarQueen Hotel

Lower Queen Anne, 6.4 km from Ballard

Emily

฿4,358 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

Travelodge by Wyndham Seattle By The Space Needle

South Lake Union, 7.3 km from Ballard

Lais

฿3,081 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Redmond Inn

21.1 km from Ballard

Nelson

฿3,231 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Apr - 12 Apr

Element Seattle Downtown

Lower Queen Anne, 6.8 km from Ballard

Matthew

฿4,853 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Seattle Center

Lower Queen Anne, 6.8 km from Ballard

Jaime

฿4,232 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown

Lower Queen Anne, 6.6 km from Ballard

Catherine

฿4,425 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown

Lower Queen Anne, 6.8 km from Ballard

marcus

฿5,156 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Best Western Alderwood

17.8 km from Ballard

Nenita

฿3,145 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Downtown

Denny Triangle, 7.6 km from Ballard

Vilma

฿4,342 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Staypineapple, Hotel FIVE, Downtown Seattle

Belltown, 7.8 km from Ballard

Darren

฿5,182 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

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

17.9 km from Ballard

Srinivasarao

฿4,537 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Apr - 5 Apr

Kimpton Hotel Vintage Seattle by IHG

Downtown Seattle, 8.9 km from Ballard

Erica

฿5,423 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Warwick Seattle

Belltown, 8 km from Ballard

Kevin

฿5,611 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

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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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University District

As you stroll through the collection of urban shopping and historic homes, mix in with students rushing between classes or relaxing when their work is done.

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