The Best Family Hotels in Seattle

Fast-paced and forward-thinking, Seattle has a bevvy of things to do for those travelling with children of all ages. Hop on a gondola on the Waterfront, visit one of the many world-class museums or head to Seattle Aquarium and Woodland Park Zoo. While the city is very accommodating to families, so too are many of its hotels. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best family hotels in Seattle selected on their location, child-specific amenities, and restaurant offerings. Whether you are looking for an all-out luxury stay, an apartment hotel, or a property with a pool — there is plenty to choose from here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next family break?

For self-catering

• Sonder - Solis offers airy and contemporary self-catered apartments in Seattle's cool Capitol neighbourhood. One and two-bedroom suites come with open-plan kitchens, dining and living areas plus modern tech and all the amenities of home. A comfortable option for families on longer stays.

For the location

• The Edgewater boasts a one-of-a-kind location atop of Seattle's Waterfront. Interiors have the feel of a smart lodge and there's a slick restaurant with a terrace and water views. Well-catered to families with teddy bears on arrival, rubber ducks in bathrooms, kids' menus and child-friendly activities nearby.

For a historic stay

• Fairmont Olympic Hotel is a historic hotel and Seattle icon offering a perfect blend of the old and new. Grand public areas hark back to the Edwardian era mixed with Jazz age touches, while spoiling rooms and suites feel surprisingly modern. Unusually for a high-end property, children are very welcome. Expect kids' menus, room amenities, babysitting, and pool access.

For luxury

• Four Seasons Seattle is a downtown luxury hotel boasting stunning ocean views from the rooms, rooftop and restaurants. Large, light rooms exude comfort and offer the mod-cons associated with this luxurious chain of hotels. With family suites available and a pool, this is a good option for a luxury family break.

Still not sure which to book?

• Look at our collection of the best Seattle Waterfront hotels or the best Seattle hotels with pools.
• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Seattle.
• Expand your search to include all our Washington State recommendations.
• Alternatively, contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.

  • Sonder - Solis Seattle (Capitol Hill) 25 rooms from $203

    
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    Groups  -  Two-bedroom suites are ideal for friends and families with fully-equipped kitchens, laundry and plenty of space

    Families  -  One-bedroom suites all come with pull-out sofa beds which work well for couples with a child

    Minimum Stay  -  Two night minimum stay applies on all bookings

    Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.

    

    Airy and contemporary self-catered apartments in Seattle's cool Capitol neighbourhood. One & two-bedroom suites come with open-plan kitchens, dining & living areas plus modern tech and all the amenities of home. Enjoy a vast rooftop terrace with outdoor grills. Super comfortable for long stays. See More

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  • The Edgewater, Seattle Seattle (Waterfront) 223 rooms from $347

    
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    Families  -  Well-catered to families with teddy bears on arrival, rubber ducks in bathrooms, kid's menu & child-friendly activities nearby

    Romantic Break  -  Bunk up with a loved one in a four poster and enjoy fiery sunsets and twinkling city views in front of a roaring fire

    Business meetings  -  Water or city-facing function rooms streaming with natural light stop business meetings from feeling like a chore

    Views  -  Offers epic views in every direction: Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains and Seattle's downtown

    

    Boasting a one-of-a-kind location atop Seattle's waterfront, this deluxe lodge-style hotel works equally well for couples and families. Dine by the fireplace in-room in the sea-facing suites or head to the slick restaurant with a terrace and water views. A top choice for a unique city stay. See More

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  • Fairmont Olympic Hotel Seattle (Central business district) 450 rooms from $366

    
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    Families  -  Unusually for a high-end property, children are very welcome. Expect kid's menus, room amenities, babysitting & pool access

    City Style  -  City institution with a long history; this is the place for high glamour, great service and luxe amenities

    Weddings  -  A classic choice: the hotel has been the site for grand weddings, events and galas nearly over a century

    Restaurant  -  Beaux Art Olympic Bar serves classic American menu & Afternoon Tea. Breakfast at 4th Ave Espresso Bar or try Shuck's Oyster Bar

    

    Historic hotel & Seattle icon offering a perfect blend of old & new; grand public areas hark back to Edwardian Era mixed with Jazz age touches. Spoiling rooms & suites feel surprisingly modern. Several restaurants, bars & high-end shops make it a destination. One of the city's finest addresses. See More

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  • Four Seasons Seattle Seattle (Central business district) 147 rooms from $400

    
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    Local markets  -  Pike Place Market is a great hub for restaurants, bars and boutique shops.

    Sights nearby  -  The 1962 futuristic Space Needle is the landmark to note of Seattle.

    Views  -  Seaviews.

    Lively  -  Hip and happening.

    

    Downtown Seattle luxury hotel boasts stunning Ocean views from rooms, rooftop pool and restaurants. Large, light rooms exude comfort and offer the mod-cons associated with this luxurious chain of hotels. Goldfinch Tavern is a Pacific Northwest affair with lively bar and sweeping views of Elliot Bay. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Wednesday, 2nd February 2022