
The Edgewater Hotel
Best for travelers who want a distinctive over-water stay, direct Elliott Bay access, and rooms with gas fireplaces.
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The Edgewater Hotel is a four-star, over-water Seattle hotel on Pier 67 that emphasizes waterfront history and family-friendly rooms with gas fireplaces. 1 Hotel Seattle is a five-star, design-forward eco-lifestyle hotel in downtown Seattle for sustainability- and design-minded luxury travelers.
Updated · about 1.2 km apart

Best for travelers who want a distinctive over-water stay, direct Elliott Bay access, and rooms with gas fireplaces.

Best for guests who prioritize modern eco-friendly design, sustainability features, and a central downtown location near the Space Needle and Amazon's Spheres.
When The Edgewater Hotel wins: pick The Edgewater if you want to stay literally over Elliott Bay, value waterfront and cruise-terminal proximity, or need family- and pet-friendly rooms with a fireplace in every room.
When 1 Hotel Seattle wins: pick 1 Hotel Seattle if you want a newer five-star property focused on sustainable design, centrally placed for downtown attractions (within walking distance of the Space Needle and Pike Place Market), and hotel programming that emphasizes eco-friendly operations.
Bottom line: Both are luxury Seattle options with Pacific Northwest character — choose The Edgewater for waterfront heritage and family/pet-friendly features, choose 1 Hotel Seattle for modern eco-design and downtown proximity.
| Category | The Edgewater Hotel | 1 Hotel Seattle |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Historic waterfront hotel on Pier 67 with Pacific Northwest heritage and rock-music suites. | Luxury eco-lifestyle hotel focused on reclaimed materials, living-plant features, and contemporary design. |
| Location | On Pier 67, directly over Elliott Bay; steps from waterfront attractions and Pier 66 cruise terminal. | 2125 Terry Avenue in downtown Seattle, within walking distance of Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Amazon's Spheres. |
| Size (rooms) | 223 guest rooms and suites. | 153 guestrooms. |
| Audience / ages | All ages welcome; family- and pet-friendly (pets allowed with fee). | All ages welcome; not an adults-only property. |
| Pools / beach | No on-site swimming pool; direct over-water location on Elliott Bay. | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Six Seven Restaurant and Six Seven Lounge (Pacific Northwest seafood) plus The Brim Coffee Shop. | La Loba (Mediterranean) plus 24-hour room service and two bars/lounges. |
| Spa & wellness | No full-service spa on site; 24-hour fitness center available. | Health/beauty spa listed as 'nearby' and 24-hour fitness facilities on the property. |
| Known for | Seattle’s only over-water hotel and waterfront event venues (weddings, large ballrooms). | Sustainable design features, living plant walls, and proximity to downtown tech and cultural hubs. |
| Event space | About 9,574 sq ft across nine venues (Olympic Ballroom up to 220 guests). | Approximately 8,000 sq ft of conference/event space and 8 meeting rooms. |
| Access & transport | Complimentary downtown shuttle; closest to Bell Street Cruise Terminal; no airport shuttle. | Central downtown location; no car required for downtown access; preferred airport SEA. |
The Edgewater sits on Pier 67 directly above Elliott Bay, minutes from cruise terminals and the waterfront trail.
Choose The Edgewater for a true waterfront location and easy access to cruise departures and the waterfront trail.
1 Hotel Seattle is in the central downtown area (2125 Terry Avenue), close to the Space Needle and major downtown attractions.
Choose 1 Hotel Seattle for a downtown base that keeps you close to the city’s cultural and business centers.
The Edgewater has 223 rooms and suites, each with a gas fireplace and several music-themed signature suites.
Pick The Edgewater for rooms with fireplaces, waterfront views, and music-themed suites.
1 Hotel Seattle offers 153 guestrooms and suites with contemporary furnishings and sustainable materials.
Pick 1 Hotel Seattle if you want modern rooms with sustainability-focused design details in a downtown setting.
The Edgewater’s on-site dining centers on Pacific Northwest seafood with waterfront views.
Choose The Edgewater for scenic, regional seafood dining and an over-water coffee shop experience.
1 Hotel Seattle has La Loba and two bars/lounges, plus 24-hour room service.
Choose 1 Hotel Seattle for modern restaurant options with round-the-clock room service and multiple bars.
The Edgewater does not have an on-site pool but sits over Elliott Bay with immediate waterfront access.
If being on the water — not in a pool — is your priority, The Edgewater’s location is the draw.
1 Hotel Seattle’s supplier listing does not publish on-site pool details; property offers water-related activities nearby.
Pool details are not published; confirm directly with 1 Hotel Seattle if an on-site pool matters to you.
The Edgewater offers a 24-hour self-serve fitness center and nearby nightlife on the waterfront.
Choose The Edgewater for a practical fitness setup and easy access to waterfront nightlife, but not an on-site spa.
1 Hotel Seattle provides 24-hour fitness facilities and emphasizes wellness through design and sustainable operations.
Pick 1 Hotel Seattle for fitness plus sustainability-focused wellness programming; verify spa access if required.

The Edgewater — stay directly over Elliott Bay with immediate access to waterfront trails and nearby cruise terminals.

1 Hotel Seattle — choose this property for sustainable design, reused materials, and hotel-level eco programming.

The Edgewater — family-friendly policies, music-themed suites (Beatles, Pearl Jam), and activities that suit kids and parents.

1 Hotel Seattle — a central location within a short walk of the Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle’s business centers.
1 Hotel Seattle is slightly closer to the Space Needle; The Edgewater is still walkable (about 15–20 minutes).
The Edgewater is explicitly family-friendly and offers kids-and-pet-friendly amenities; 1 Hotel Seattle is not adults-only but is more design-focused.
The Edgewater does not have an on-site pool. 1 Hotel Seattle’s supplier listing does not publish on-site pool details — check the hotel directly if a pool is important.
1 Hotel Seattle positions itself as an eco-lifestyle hotel with sustainability and reclaimed-material design as central features.
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