The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Union in Seattle for 2026

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A modern living room with large windows, a yellow ottoman, a green sofa, and a patterned armchair.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large pineapple-themed floor design, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel lobby with a green sofa, round tables, and chairs. There is a bar area with a refrigerator and shelves of snacks.

1. Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center Seattle

Lower Queen Anne, 2.1 km from Lake Union

Susan

NT$3,861

NT$5,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A tall, white heater with a metal grill, a wooden fence, and a view of the water.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a decorative wall piece.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Mediterranean" and a glass door.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a patterned carpet.

2. Mediterranean Inn

Lower Queen Anne, 2.6 km from Lake Union

Cheryl

NT$4,678

NT$5,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel with a neon sign, outdoor seating, and a storefront with a neon sign.

A window with a view of tall buildings and dense foliage.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A rooftop deck with outdoor furniture, a city skyline in the background, and a building with a sign that reads "The Cornelius".

3. The Belltown Inn

Belltown, 2.9 km from Lake Union

NANCY

NT$3,775

NT$4,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows with a city view, and comfortable seating.

A person sitting at a table with a laptop and a Starbucks cup, in a room with a modern design and a decorative column.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, dining space, and a seating area with a city view.

4. Grand Hyatt Seattle

Downtown Seattle, 3 km from Lake Union

Orvis

NT$6,446

NT$8,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, potted plants, and a wooden floor.

5. Element by Marriott Seattle Downtown

Lower Queen Anne, 1.8 km from Lake Union

Jessica

NT$5,842

NT$6,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a glass door leading to a dining area.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining area, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, a tiled wall, and a large glass door leading to the lobby.

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District

University District, 2.8 km from Lake Union

Sheriene

NT$5,107

NT$5,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, large windows, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

A high-rise urban skyline with illuminated windows and a bridge with light trails.

A modern interior with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central elevator area.

A modern hotel lobby with a large window offering a city view, comfortable seating, and a small table with a lamp.

7. Hyatt Regency Seattle

Denny Triangle, 2.8 km from Lake Union

Cindy

NT$6,630

NT$8,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall with a decorative pattern.

A compact office space with a desk, chair, lamp, and a small black cabinet.

A crocodile figurine on a reflective surface with a blurred red chair in the background.

A living room with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, a chair, a floor lamp, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

8. Hotel Crocodile & Crocodile Music Venue

Belltown, 3 km from Lake Union

Daniel

NT$5,210

NT$6,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A brick building with a cafe on the ground floor, a visible street sign, and a traffic light.

A hotel hallway with white doors, a dark carpet, and exposed pipes on the ceiling.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and a view of the city through a window.

A brick building with a sign reading "ACE HOTEL" and a neon sign indicating the establishment is open.

9. Ace Hotel Seattle

Belltown, 3 km from Lake Union

Haley

NT$4,544

NT$5,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

A bakery counter with various bagels and pastries displayed in wire baskets, a coffee machine, and a cash register.

A reception area with a wooden wall and a stone-textured wall behind the desk.

A large indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a building through large windows.

10. Hyatt At Olive 8

Downtown Seattle, 2.9 km from Lake Union

Eduardo

NT$7,525

NT$9,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk. The room has large windows offering a view of the city.

A row of yellow bicycles parked outside a building with large windows and a metal sculpture of a dog.

A Pineapple Cafe with a bar area, seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a mix of seating options, a reception desk, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

11. Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle

University District, 2.5 km from Lake Union

Katie

NT$4,340

NT$5,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a cozy seating area.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden bookshelf, a dining area with stools, and a kitchen in the background.

A marina with boats docked, a waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, and a city skyline in the background.

A woman sitting at an outdoor table with a dog on a leash, a meal, and a drink.

12. Ändra Hotel Seattle - MGallery Collection

Belltown, 3 km from Lake Union

Alexandra

NT$7,423

NT$8,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern living room with a round dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a large abstract painting on the wall, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a walk-in shower, and a view of greenery outside.

A staircase with black railings and wooden steps, surrounded by wall art including musical notes and instruments.

A multi-story residential building with a dark facade, white window frames, and a small front porch.

13. The Boylston Hotel Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill, 2.9 km from Lake Union

Shanice

NT$3,458

NT$4,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern kitchen with a curved island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a variety of kitchen appliances.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a dining area, and a chandelier.

A well-lit bar area with shelves stocked with beverages, snacks, and condiments.

A hotel entrance with a curved facade, large windows, and a sign indicating valet parking.

14. The Paramount Hotel

Downtown Seattle, 2.9 km from Lake Union

Cynthia

NT$5,547

NT$6,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern interior with a staircase, seating areas, and a large plant wall.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a round table, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of tall buildings.

A hotel entrance with a wooden canopy, potted plants, and a bench.

15. 1 Hotel Seattle

Denny Triangle, 2.4 km from Lake Union

Daniel

NT$10,448

NT$13,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A restaurant with large windows, multiple tables, and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a central sofa, armchairs, a large potted plant, and a traditional chandelier.

A hotel room with a glass-top coffee table, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a television, and a lamp.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a piano.

16. Mayflower Park Hotel

Downtown Seattle, 3.1 km from Lake Union

Chad

NT$5,811

NT$7,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern kitchen with a checkered floor, stainless steel appliances, and a variety of utensils and cookware displayed on the wall.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of high-rise buildings and a park.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central coffee table. There are bookshelves and a piano in the background.

17. citizenM Seattle South Lake Union

South Lake Union, 2.2 km from Lake Union

Rachel

NT$4,536

NT$5,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A grand lobby with a staircase, two sofas, and a large plant.

A bar with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves stocked with various bottles, and a well-lit interior.

A seating area with floral-patterned chairs, a mustard-colored sofa, and two small round tables. There are two abstract paintings on the wall above the seating area.

A brick building with a sign for 'The Lizzie Lounge'.

18. MarQueen Hotel

Lower Queen Anne, 2.4 km from Lake Union

Jennifer

NT$6,234

NT$8,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a decorative sculpture.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel with a prominent neon sign, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance.

19. MOXY Seattle Downtown

South Lake Union, 1.8 km from Lake Union

Kylie

NT$3,880

NT$4,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a desk, television, sofa, and a dining table.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a coffee maker. There is a small island with a sink and a chair with orange cushions.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a whiteboard, and a door with a sign.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a red bench.

20. Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG

Fremont, 2 km from Lake Union

Jorge

NT$5,266

NT$6,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Union

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center Seattle	9.6 Exceptional 2,332 reviews	View
Mediterranean Inn	9.4 Exceptional 6,120 reviews	View
The Belltown Inn	9.4 Exceptional 4,968 reviews	View
Grand Hyatt Seattle	9.6 Exceptional 2,098 reviews	View
Element by Marriott Seattle Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 532 reviews	View

Top Lake Union Hotel Reviews

Mediterranean Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Rooftop after the concert was excellent meet new people. Had gone to safeway accross the street piror and bought wine and snacks for after the concert. Hotel had wine opener place glasses plates. It was the best stay. Will stay there again. Two minutes walk to climate pledge arena. Dicks accross the street. It was perfect"

The Belltown Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good value and location."

The Paramount Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place great location for hawks game and pike market"

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

10/10 Excellent

"Clean"

Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Seattle Center

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Clean room, friendly staff"

Hyatt Regency Seattle

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room; comfortable, clean and spacious enough for a single person. Staff at front desk were very pleasant and helpful. Loved the cafe on the 2nd floor and appreciated the credit given by hotel as an offset for the resort fee. Also appreciated the closeness to Seattle Convention Center. Def would stay here again."

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service, clean room, great stay"

Element by Marriott Seattle Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, great location and breakfast buffet!"

Astra Hotel, Seattle, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"The stay was pleasant and awesome for my husband’s birthday trip. The hotel itself is so clean and nicely kept. The room was super clean and comfy. Breakfast was great, especially the coffee. Bar was awesome both at the restaurant and on the roof. And location is great, the streetcar was right in front so we got to travel to Pike Place easily! Next time we are in Seattle I will definitely book again!"

Other attractions near Lake Union

A person riding a bicycle on a grassy hill with industrial structures in the background.

Gas Works Park

Gas Works Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

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Fremont Brewing

You can take time to visit Fremont Brewing during your travels to Seattle. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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A museum with a blue and white facade, flags, and a clear blue sky.

Museum of History and Industry

Find out about the history of Seattle in a museum dedicated to local pioneers that have changed the world.

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A wooden boathouse with a signboard, docked boats, and a view of the water and hills in the background.

The Center for Wooden Boats

Learn time-honored crafts and sail in old-fashioned vessels at this interactive museum, which celebrates the local boating legacy.

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Swedish Club

Enjoy an outing to Swedish Club during your stay in Seattle.

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Roanoke Park

After visiting Roanoke Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

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Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral

Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Lake Union Park Kayak Launch and Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Union Park Kayak Launch and Beach during your trip to Seattle? Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Union?

Lake Union is located in a vibrant area of Seattle known for its major shopping area and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 146 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Union?

Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown Lake Union is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Union. Another good option is Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Lake Union, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Lake Union?

Expedia has 146 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Union.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Union, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Lake Union.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Union?

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What can I see and do near Lake Union?

You'll want to browse the collections at Museum of Pop Culture, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and Pacific Science Center. Pike Place Market, Fremont Bridge, and Lake View Cemetery - Bruce Lee's Grave are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Lake Union. You can catch a show at Seattle Center, Marion Oliver McCaw Hall, and Pacific Northwest Ballet.

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Our top choices for Lake Union hotels

1. Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center Seattle

2. Mediterranean Inn

3. The Belltown Inn

4. Grand Hyatt Seattle

5. Element by Marriott Seattle Downtown

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District

7. Hyatt Regency Seattle

8. Hotel Crocodile & Crocodile Music Venue

9. Ace Hotel Seattle

10. Hyatt At Olive 8

11. Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle

12. Ändra Hotel Seattle - MGallery Collection

13. The Boylston Hotel Capitol Hill

14. The Paramount Hotel

15. 1 Hotel Seattle

16. Mayflower Park Hotel

17. citizenM Seattle South Lake Union

18. MarQueen Hotel

19. MOXY Seattle Downtown

20. Staybridge Suites Seattle - Fremont by IHG

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Top Lake Union Hotel Reviews

Mediterranean Inn

The Belltown Inn

The Paramount Hotel

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Seattle Center

Hyatt Regency Seattle

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Element by Marriott Seattle Downtown

Astra Hotel, Seattle, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

Other attractions near Lake Union

Gas Works Park

Fremont Brewing

Museum of History and Industry

The Center for Wooden Boats

Swedish Club

Roanoke Park

Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral

Lake Union Park Kayak Launch and Beach

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