
The Westin Seattle
Best for convention groups, business travelers, and anyone who wants a central downtown base within walking distance of Pike Place Market and transit.
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The Westin Seattle is a 4-star twin-tower downtown high-rise and convention hub best for travelers who want immediate access to the city center, convention center, and shopping. Seattle Marriott Waterfront is a 4-star waterfront Marriott with bay-facing rooms and easy access to the piers and waterfront attractions — read this if you want to weigh downtown convenience and meeting capacity versus waterfront proximity and bay views.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for convention groups, business travelers, and anyone who wants a central downtown base within walking distance of Pike Place Market and transit.

Best for travelers who want direct waterfront access, bay views, and a location steps from the cruise terminal and Seattle Aquarium.
When The Westin Seattle wins: choose The Westin if you need large meeting and event spaces, want a central downtown address a short walk to Westlake/ Pike Place/Convention Center, or are bringing family — it has more rooms, a sizable meeting footprint, and city-facing views.
When Seattle Marriott Waterfront wins: choose the Marriott Waterfront if a harbor-side location, water views, and being steps from the piers, Seattle Aquarium, and the Bell Street cruise terminal matter most.
Bottom line: both are 4-star Marriott properties with strong locations for different priorities — pick The Westin for downtown scale and meetings, pick the Marriott Waterfront for direct bay access and waterfront sightseeing.
| Category | The Westin Seattle | Seattle Marriott Waterfront |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Upscale downtown twin-tower hotel focused on city and skyline access | Upscale waterfront hotel focused on bay access and views |
| Location | 1900 5th Ave—walkable to Pike Place Market, Westlake Center, monorail | 2100 Alaskan Way—steps from Seattle Waterfront, Pier 66, and Bell Street Cruise Terminal |
| Size (rooms) | 891 guest rooms across 47 floors | 361 guestrooms |
| Suitable for | Families, large conferences, business travelers | Leisure travelers wanting waterfront access, cruise passengers |
| Pools | Heated indoor pool (open daily 5:00 AM–11:00 PM) with outdoor sun deck | Indoor pool and outdoor pool (both listed in amenities) |
| Restaurants & bars | Relish Bistro, 1900 FIFTH Bar + Lounge, Relish To Go (3 venues) | One on-site restaurant and bar/lounge with ocean view (1 restaurant, 1 bar/lounge) |
| Spa | In-room Heavenly Spa treatments only (no standalone spa) | Not published |
| Known for | Large meeting/ballroom capacity and central downtown access | Immediate access to piers, cruise terminal, and waterfront attractions |
| Meeting & event space | About 70,000 sq ft across ~29–30 meeting rooms including a large Grand Ballroom | Conference center with 7931 sq ft and 10 meeting rooms |
| Accessibility & family policy | Family-friendly; ADA-accessible rooms and services; children welcome | Family-friendly; accessible rooms and multiple accessibility features listed |
The Westin Seattle sits on 5th Avenue in the heart of downtown, a short walk from Westlake Center, shopping, the monorail, and Pike Place Market.
Choose The Westin if you want the conveniences of central downtown, transit links, and immediate access to city attractions.
Seattle Marriott Waterfront sits right on Alaskan Way, directly alongside the central waterfront and close to piers, the aquarium, and cruise terminals.
Pick the Marriott Waterfront if being by the water and steps from pier attractions or cruise terminals is a priority.
The Westin has a large room inventory and a mix of city- and skyline-view rooms across twin towers.
If you need selection, higher-capacity rooms, or skyline views, The Westin’s larger inventory provides more options.
Seattle Marriott Waterfront offers a range of room types including corner rooms and water-view suites.
Marriott Waterfront is a solid choice for guests prioritizing water-view rooms and accessibility features.
The Westin provides three on-site outlets for casual dining, grab-and-go, and cocktails.
The Westin covers standard downtown dining needs with a bistro, bar, and quick-cafe options.
Seattle Marriott Waterfront has one main restaurant with ocean views plus a bar/lounge.
Choose Marriott Waterfront for a waterfront meal experience and easy access to pier-side dining.
The Westin features a heated indoor pool with an adjacent outdoor sun deck for guests.
The Westin’s pool is a reliable indoor option year-round, with an outdoor deck for sun breaks.
Seattle Marriott Waterfront lists both an indoor pool and an outdoor pool along with waterfront access nearby.
Marriott Waterfront offers both indoor and outdoor pools plus immediate access to waterfront activities.
The Westin emphasizes fitness with a 24-hour WestinWORKOUT studio and in-room spa services.
The Westin is better if you want a 24/7 gym and in-room spa treatments while staying downtown.
Seattle Marriott Waterfront offers 24-hour fitness facilities and evening waterfront dining/viewing.
If you prefer exercising at any hour and ending the day on the waterfront, the Marriott Waterfront fits that plan.

The Westin Seattle — much larger meeting and ballroom capacity across numerous event rooms.

Seattle Marriott Waterfront — steps from the piers, cruise terminal, and the central waterfront.

The Westin Seattle — family-friendly programming, huge room inventory, and immediate downtown access.

Seattle Marriott Waterfront — very close to Bell Street Cruise Terminal, Seattle Aquarium, and waterfront attractions.
Both are within easy walking distance of Pike Place Market, though The Westin is slightly more centered in the downtown shopping district while the Marriott Waterfront is a short walk from the piers and market.
The Westin Seattle — it has a much larger meeting and ballroom footprint, including the Grand Ballroom and about 70,000 sq ft of event space.
Yes — Seattle Marriott Waterfront is steps from Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and convenient for cruise passengers.
The Marriott Waterfront lists a fee for buffet breakfast; The Westin’s dining options include breakfast but whether it’s included depends on rate/package or loyalty status.
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