Where to Stay in Belltown: Hotels, Hostel, Suites
The best places to stay in Belltown, Seattle are Inn at El Gaucho, Hotel Ändra and Ace Hotel for top ratings, and Hostel Fish or The Belltown Inn for budget. Belltown is walkable to Pike Place Market and Seattle Center, with bars and restaurants along 1st and 2nd Avenues.
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Belltown is Seattle's compact, walkable nightlife and dining district, with a wide range of hotels, a hostel and kitchen suites between Pike Place Market and Seattle Center. This guide covers top-rated and budget hotels, apartments and what is near each pick, with the booking site behind every rating.
The best places to stay in Belltown, Seattle are Inn at El Gaucho, Hotel Ändra and Ace Hotel for top ratings, and Hostel Fish or The Belltown Inn for budget. Belltown is walkable to Pike Place Market and Seattle Center, with bars and restaurants along 1st and 2nd Avenues.
Where to stay in Belltown comes down to how late you plan to stay up. It is one of the busiest nightlife districts in the city and also one of the most convenient bases, with downtown, Pike Place Market, Seattle Center and Lower Queen Anne all within walking distance, according to a Lonely Planet guide. Hotels in Belltown are packed closer together than in most neighborhoods, so you can compare a lot of choices without leaving the area. For hotels in the rest of the downtown core, see our guide to where to stay in downtown Seattle.
This post lists up to three of the highest-rated places and three budget picks for each type of stay, and it names the booking site behind every number. Sites use different scales and change often, so all ratings and prices here are as of October 21, 2026. Prices are "from" rates for the sample dates shown on each site, not quotes. Check the live price and your dates before you book.
By the Numbers: 20 Belltown hotels rated on Kayak between 6.4 and 9.4 out of 10, a nightlife zone running along 1st and 2nd Avenues between Blanchard and Battery Streets, and one free waterfront sculpture park.
Quick Picks
| If you want... | Pick | Why (ratings and prices as of October 21, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| The best-rated hotel | Inn at El Gaucho | 9.4 out of 10 from 228 reviews on Kayak; from about $77 |
| A boutique hotel with a strong score | Hotel Ändra | 9.1 out of 10 from 1,139 reviews on Kayak |
| A budget stay with a big review count | The Belltown Inn | 9.4 out of 10 from 5,160 reviews on Expedia; about $104 a night |
| The cheapest bed | Hostel Fish | 8.9 out of 10 from 99 reviews on Hostelworld |
| A kitchen for a longer stay | Modern & Bright in the Heart of Belltown | 9.6 out of 10 from 20 reviews on Expedia; fully equipped kitchen |
| A hotel close to a landmark | Staypineapple, Hotel Five or Sound Hotel Belltown | Both 0.1 miles from Belltown on Kayak; Olympic Sculpture Park is a free landmark in the neighborhood |
| Near nightlife | Any Belltown stay | The nightlife zone is 1st and 2nd Aves between Blanchard and Battery, per Lonely Planet |
| Near a park | Any Belltown stay | Olympic Sculpture Park is free to enter, per Expedia's Belltown guide |
| A stay close to a grocery chain | None confirmed | We did not find a chain grocery inside Belltown |
Neighborhood Vibes
Belltown is a busy, energetic district. Offices fill the streets by day, and bars, pubs and venues take over at night, according to Expedia's Belltown guide, which describes an arts and partying scene that thrives among the skyscrapers. First Avenue is the main commercial strip, with shops, bars and restaurants serving dishes from many countries. Lonely Planet describes the neighborhood as long on dining and entertainment but relatively short on daytime attractions, with an after-dark scene that is hip and noisy and rarely stands still. It also warns about drunken revelers on the sidewalks, so expect a rowdy street scene on weekend nights.
The upside is walkability. Both guides call Belltown highly walkable, with downtown, Pike Place Market, Seattle Center and Lower Queen Anne within reach on foot. Olympic Sculpture Park, a free open-air art garden on the waterfront, anchors the neighborhood, according to Lonely Planet and Expedia.
Living or staying here means trading quiet for convenience. If you sleep lightly, ask for a room away from 1st and 2nd Avenues, or look at the south end near downtown.
Getting Around
- Walking: most of Belltown's sights are within walking distance of each other, per Expedia and Lonely Planet.
- Link light rail: Westlake and University Street stations serve downtown. Confirm which is closer to your hotel on a map. See our guide to getting from SeaTac to downtown Seattle for the airport ride.
- Monorail: it connects Westlake Center and Seattle Center in about two minutes. The adult one-way fare is $4 per Wikipedia, and it accepts ORCA cards.
- Buses and streetcar: Lonely Planet says most buses run up and down 3rd Ave from downtown, and Expedia says streetcars run up Westlake Avenue. Confirm routes for your address.
- Seattle Center: see our Queen Anne itinerary for what is nearby.
Top Rated Hotels
Scores are out of 10 from Kayak, with "from" prices for its sample dates and distances from the center of Belltown.
- Inn at El Gaucho: 9.4/10 (Kayak), 228 reviews, from about $77. About 0.2 miles from Belltown. It has the top score and the lowest "from" price on Kayak's list, so confirm the rate for your dates.
- Hotel Ändra Seattle (MGallery Collection): 9.1/10 (Kayak), 1,139 reviews, from about $336. About 0.2 miles from Belltown.
- Ace Hotel Seattle: 9.1/10 (Kayak), 1,168 reviews, from about $207. About 0.2 miles from Belltown.
Also rated 9.0 or higher on Kayak: 1 Hotel Seattle at 9.1 from 688 reviews (from about $518), Hyatt Regency Seattle at 9.0 from 1,515 reviews (from about $332) and The Sound Hotel Seattle Belltown at 9.0 from 543 reviews (from about $366).
Budget Pick Hotels
Scores and prices come from the site named on each pick.
- The Belltown Inn: 9.4/10 (Expedia), 5,160 reviews, about $104 a night ($123 with taxes and fees). Travelocity lists it at 2.5 stars and from about $104, about 0.35 miles from Pike Place Market. At 2301 3rd Ave.
- Hotel Max: 8.0/10 (Kayak), 1,977 reviews. Travelocity lists it from about $112 and at 3.5 stars, about 0.38 miles from Pike Place Market. Kayak's "from" price is higher ($246 for its sample dates), so prices move a lot by date.
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Downtown: 8.3/10 (Kayak), 2,759 reviews, from about $177. About 0.3 miles from Belltown.
The Dylan, a Baymont by Wyndham, is the cheapest chain-style option on Kayak's list (from about $124), but its score is 6.4 out of 10 from 1,564 reviews, so read the recent reviews before booking.
Hostels
Hostel Fish
- Address: 2327 2nd Ave
- Rating (as of October 21, 2026): 8.9 out of 10, "fabulous," from 99 reviews on Hostelworld
- Price: Travelocity lists it at 2 stars and about $99 a night ($117 with taxes and fees). Hostelworld shows no price on the page we checked and notes 15.2% taxes added at the property.
- What you get: breakfast is not included, and Hostelworld lists self-catering facilities and a kitchen that reviews call well equipped
We did not confirm a second hostel, so the list stops here rather than padding it.
Top Rated Apartments and Kitchen Stays
These scores are out of 10 from Expedia.
- Modern & Bright in the Heart of Belltown, Queen Bed: 9.6/10 (Expedia), 20 reviews. Expedia describes a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave and dishwasher. No nightly price is shown, and the review count is small, so read recent reviews.
- Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Convention Center: 9.4/10 (Expedia), 1,612 reviews, about $190 a night total. Kayak lists it at 8.8 from 940 reviews and 0.5 miles from Belltown, so the two sites disagree.
- Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown: 9.2/10 (Expedia), 2,208 reviews, about $194 a night total.
Expedia's pages did not confirm kitchens for the hotels, so ask before you book.
Budget Picks: Apartments and Kitchen Stays
Totals include taxes and fees on Expedia for the sample dates.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle Downtown: 9.0/10 (Expedia), 1,735 reviews, about $154 total ($130 before taxes and fees).
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown: 8.8/10 (Expedia), 1,001 reviews, about $159 total ($135 before taxes and fees).
- Oxford Seattle: 7.8/10 (Expedia), 224 reviews, about $204 total ($176 before taxes and fees). Expedia shows a private kitchen photo, and Travelocity lists it at 2 stars and about 0.06 miles from Pike Place Market.
If you stay a month or more, ask each property about weekly and monthly rates, which sites often hide.
What Is Near Each Pick
Distances come from the sources named, as of October 21, 2026. Confirm walking times on a map.
| Pick | Distance and landmark | Nightlife | Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inn at El Gaucho | 0.2 mi from Belltown (Kayak) | Belltown's 1st and 2nd Ave bar zone | Olympic Sculpture Park is in the neighborhood |
| Hotel Ändra and Ace Hotel | 0.2 mi from Belltown (Kayak) | Belltown's 1st and 2nd Ave bar zone | Olympic Sculpture Park is in the neighborhood |
| Staypineapple, Hotel Five and Sound Hotel Belltown | 0.1 mi from Belltown (Kayak) | Belltown's 1st and 2nd Ave bar zone | Olympic Sculpture Park is in the neighborhood |
| The Belltown Inn | 0.35 mi from Pike Place Market (Travelocity) | Belltown's bar zone | Olympic Sculpture Park is in the neighborhood |
| Hotel Max | 0.38 mi from Pike Place Market (Travelocity) | Belltown's bar zone | Olympic Sculpture Park is in the neighborhood |
| Oxford Seattle | 0.06 mi from Pike Place Market (Travelocity) | Pioneer Square and Belltown | Waterfront and Olympic Sculpture Park |
Groceries. We did not find a Walmart, Safeway or QFC inside Belltown, so we do not list one. A kitchen suite is easier to stock if you ask your front desk for the nearest store.
Nightlife. Lonely Planet names Rendezvous, Shorty's, Five Point Cafe and Bedlam among Belltown's bars, with the main zone on 1st and 2nd Avenues between Blanchard and Battery Streets. Expedia's guide mentions jazz bars, speakeasies and the vintage Cinerama movie theater. Check each venue for hours, covers and age rules.
Parks. Olympic Sculpture Park is a free open-air gallery on the waterfront, and its grassy slopes are a popular sunset spot, per Lonely Planet.
What Is Near Where You Stay
- Landmarks: Pike Place Market and the Space Needle sit just outside the neighborhood, per Expedia, and Seattle Center is next door
- Eating: Lonely Planet's picks include Top Pot Doughnuts, Tavolàta, Serious Pie and Macrina; we will cover where to eat in a separate guide
- Arts: Seattle Glassblowing Studio offers workshops for all ages, per Expedia
- Malls: we did not find a large mall in Belltown, so for department stores head to nearby downtown
Which Type Should You Choose?
- Nightlife fans: a hotel near 1st and 2nd Avenues, with earplugs.
- Budget travelers: The Belltown Inn or Hostel Fish.
- Couples: Hotel Ändra or Ace Hotel.
- Longer stays: a suite with a kitchen, such as Hampton Inn & Suites or Modern & Bright.
- First-time visitors: compare areas in our Seattle neighborhood guide.
Tips Before You Book
- Check the date: prices move with events and season, so compare a few dates if you are flexible.
- Compare sites: ratings and prices differ by site, so check at least two.
- Look at cancellation rules: pick free cancellation if your plans may change.
- Ask about noise: request a higher floor or a room away from 1st and 2nd Avenues.
- Ask about parking and fees: we did not collect parking rates for each pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belltown a good area to stay in Seattle? It is walkable, central and lively, with many hotels, but it can be noisy on weekend nights.
Is Belltown safe? We did not find sourced safety data. Lonely Planet warns about drunken revelers on weekend nights, so use normal city caution and read recent reviews.
Is Belltown close to Pike Place Market? Yes. Expedia and Lonely Planet describe it as adjacent and walkable, and Travelocity lists The Belltown Inn about 0.35 miles away.
Is there a Belltown Seattle hostel? Yes. Hostel Fish at 2327 2nd Ave is rated 8.9 out of 10 on Hostelworld.
Is there a grocery store in Belltown? We did not find a chain grocery inside Belltown.
Conclusion
For Belltown, pick a boutique hotel for atmosphere, The Belltown Inn or Hostel Fish for budget, or a kitchen suite for a longer stay. Check current ratings, prices, fees and cancellation rules before you book.
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References
- Hotels in Belltown, Kayak: https://www.kayak.com/Seattle-Hotels_Belltown.N208765.7054.hotel.ksp
- Hotels near Pike Place Market, Travelocity: https://www.travelocity.com/Pike-Place-Market-Hotels.0-l502709-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels
- Hostel Fish, Hostelworld: https://www.hostelworld.com/hostels/p/332808/hostel-fish/
- Extended stay hotels in Downtown Seattle, Expedia: https://www.expedia.com/cn/Downtown-Seattle-Seattle-Hotels-Apartment-Hotel.0-n800130-0-tApartmentHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels
- Modern & Bright in the Heart of Belltown, Expedia: https://www.expedia.com/Seattle-Hotels-Modern-Bright-In-The-Of-Belltown-Queen-Bed.h89409202.Hotel-Information
- Belltown travel guide, Expedia: https://www.expedia.com/Seattle-Belltown.dx6237231
- Seattle: Belltown and Seattle Center (preview), Lonely Planet: https://media.lonelyplanet.com/shop/pdfs/seattle-7-belltown-seattle-centre-preview.pdf
- Seattle Center Monorail, Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seattle_Center_Monorail
