Old Ballard Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Old Ballard
Stay near popular Old Ballard attractions
Things to do
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Old Ballard
The Paramount Hotel
"I really like the hotel for the rooms, they re clean and comfortable, but customer service is always very subpar. No one ever tries to go above and beyond, no one is super friendly or kind. They’re all just polite, and I tend to always expect more than just polite. I also wished the rooms had a coffee ..."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
The Belltown Inn
"The Staff was very helpful and friendly, The room is small but functional. I loved the sink in the room, tea pot and Coffee maker, which made the stay more convenient. They have also complementary bikes . Location was good, pretty accessible for walking or public transportation."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Executive Hotel Pacific
"The price is low but the hotel is breaking fast. Showers are not proper installed, housekeeping is loud and always outside guest rooms, some guests leave hair dryer running all the time. Annoying 😡"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
"Love this place our 3rd time here"
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
Where to stay in Old Ballard
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
South Lake Union
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
