The Edgewater Hotel
Hotel · King County ·
Iconic waterfront lodge hotel with mountain lodge interiors
Iconic waterfront lodge hotel with mountain lodge interiors
"With its mountain lodge interiors, The Edgewater Hotel is one of the best places to cozy up in the Pacific Northwest. If you like to fall asleep while staring out at gentle waves glistening in the moonlight, you won’t find a better spot in the city." - Caitlin Morton
"Famously Seattle’s only hotel built over Elliott Bay, The Edgewater trades uniformity for character—many rooms have fireplaces, sweeping water views, and cozy, picture‑window panoramas that let you fall asleep to lapping water and wake to mountain silhouettes. I appreciated its rock‑and‑roll backstory, tasteful memorabilia, and a seafood‑forward restaurant that leans into the maritime address; rooms skew cozy rather than sleek, perfect for sunset watchers who want the harbor at their feet." - Jessica Voelker
"The vibe here is that of an out-of-time lodge — knobby pine furniture, tartan rugs, and gas fireplaces in every room make this feel worlds away from downtown Seattle, when in fact it’s just a short walk (or a complimentary shuttle ride) down the pier. Originally constructed for the 1962 World’s Fair, the property has hosted everyone from The Beatles to Neil Young over the years, and landed on our 2024 World’s Best Awards list (after years of being a consistent reader favorite). In warmer weather, book in at the property’s waterfront restaurant, where you can admire the surrounding mountains and passing ferries." - Sophie Dodd Sophie Dodd Sophie Dodd is a travel, wine and lifestyle writer. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"The Edgewater is set on Pier 67; one reader called the views from this hotel 'beyond amazing' and said that staffers make guests 'feel like family.'" - Travel + Leisure Editors
"What did you notice on arrival?At sunset, the meandering lobby is any lodge-lover’s dream—flames dancing in the stone-lined fireplace, waves glittering below a sorbet-hued sky. As the evening advances, however, the space takes on an enchanting Pacific Northwest edge so perfectly captured by Twin Peaks. What’s the crowd like?Visitors drawn to the hotel’s rich and quirky history—the Beatles famously fished out of a window here—mix with families attracted to its proximity to waterfront stops like the Seattle Aquarium and a 175-foot Ferris wheel. And everyone here is all about the views. The good stuff: Tell us what we need to know about the rooms.Guests pay a premium for a waterfront view with a balcony, but once settled in with some sparkling wine and a blazing pink sky sunset, they rarely regret the splurge. Throughout, rooms feel a bit cramped and well-worn—minimalists may feel mildly claustrophobic among the frayed furnishings. How about the little details? Any of that worth a mention?The Edgewater caters to kids with teddy bears and bathtime rubber duckies—it’s a hotel where parents can relax knowing that rambunctious children are looked at as the norm. Other amenities include minibars, Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Food and drink: What are we looking at?While Six Seven here can’t compete with nearby restaurants in Belltown and Pike Place Market—Babirusa, Tavolata, and Sushi Kashiba are just three destination-worthy dining spots nearby. But it's not bad at happy hour with $8 Moscow Mules and truffle fries, best enjoyed while watching the gentle waves from a window-side table. And if you wake up yearning for a Belgian waffle in bed, in-room dining is at its best at breakfast time. Anything we forgot to ask about?Be gone, vehicle! Valet parking costs $45—the Seattle hotel standard—and will free you from citywide traffic and parking woes. Bottom line: Is it worth it?It's a mixed bag, if we’re honest—what with the quirky staff, worn edges, and tacky lobby gift shop. If you like to fall asleep while staring out at gentle waves glistening in the moonlight, however, you won’t find a better spot in the city." - Jessica Voelker
