
The Westin Seattle
Best for meetings, convention attendees, and travelers who want walkable access to Pike Place Market and Seattle’s main sights.
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The Westin Seattle is a 4-star downtown highrise for meetings, sightseeing, and business travelers; The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa on Lake Washington is a 4-star lakefront spa hotel in Kirkland for guests who want a quieter waterfront escape. Read this if you’re choosing between a central Seattle base with big-event facilities and an upscale lakeside retreat outside the city.
Updated · about 15 km apart

Best for meetings, convention attendees, and travelers who want walkable access to Pike Place Market and Seattle’s main sights.

Best for couples and leisure travelers seeking a lakefront stay with on-site marina and a full-service spa outside downtown.
When The Westin Seattle wins: choose The Westin for large meetings or conferences, easy walkability to downtown attractions, and broad room inventory (891 rooms) with a heated indoor pool and 24-hour fitness studio.
When The Woodmark wins: choose The Woodmark if you prefer a waterfront setting, want an on-site marina/water-activity access, or plan to relax at a full-service spa away from downtown traffic.
Bottom line: pick The Westin Seattle for convenience, event space, and a central city base; pick The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa on Lake Washington for a quieter, resort-like lakeside stay with spa and boating options.
| Category | The Westin Seattle | The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa on Lake Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban highrise, business- and event-focused | Lakefront spa hotel, leisure-focused |
| Location | Downtown Seattle, walkable to Pike Place Market and the Convention Center | Kirkland (Carillon Point) on Lake Washington, about a 10-minute drive to Bellevue Square |
| Size (rooms) | 891 guestrooms across 47 floors | 100 guestrooms |
| Ages | All ages welcome (primary check-in guest 18+) | |
| Pools / waterfront | Heated indoor pool with adjacent outdoor sun deck (open daily 5:00 AM–11:00 PM) | Beachfront / marina and water activities on site; on-site pool: Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Three on-site venues: Relish Bistro, 1900 FIFTH Bar + Lounge, Relish To Go | One restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe; room service during limited hours |
| Spa & wellness | In-room 'Heavenly Spa' treatments only; 24-hour WestinWORKOUT fitness studio | Full-service spa offering massages, facials, body treatments; fitness center available |
| Known for | Large meeting and ballroom capacity (Grand Ballroom up to 2,000) | Lakefront location, marina, water sports and spa services |
| Accessibility & family features | ADA rooms, family-friendly services, kids program (Westin Kids' Club) | |
| Parking & transport | On-site self and valet parking (fees), close to light rail and monorail | Self parking (surcharge), airport shuttle available for a fee; car recommended |
The Westin Seattle sits in the heart of downtown for sightseeing, shopping, and convention access.
Pick The Westin if you want immediate access to downtown attractions and transit links.
The Woodmark sits right on Lake Washington in Kirkland, a short drive from Bellevue and the Eastside tech campuses.
Pick The Woodmark if you want a quieter lakeside base close to Bellevue and the Eastside.
The Westin offers a wide selection of room types across two towers and many floors.
Choose The Westin for breadth of room choices and skyline views.
The Woodmark has about 100 guestrooms with lakefront and lakeview room types.
Choose The Woodmark for intimate guestroom inventory with lakefront options.
The Westin Seattle has three on-site outlets covering breakfast through late-night drinks.
The Westin is better if you want more on-site dining variety and late-night options.
The Woodmark offers one primary restaurant plus a coffee shop/cafe and limited-room service hours.
The Woodmark suits guests who prefer a quieter, single-restaurant lakeside setting.
The Westin provides an indoor swimming option convenient year-round.
Pick The Westin for a reliable indoor pool in any season and easy downtown activity access.
The Woodmark centers on Lake Washington activities and a marina rather than a downtown pool.
Pick The Woodmark for lakeside activity access and boating; verify pool availability if a hotel pool matters to you.
The Westin focuses on fitness and in-room spa services, with downtown nightlife within walking distance.
Choose The Westin for fitness facilities and immediate access to city nightlife.
The Woodmark offers a full-service spa and quieter evening options by the lake.
Choose The Woodmark if an on-site spa and relaxed lakeside evenings are priorities.

The Westin Seattle — large ballroom capacities and roughly 70,000 sq ft of event space.

The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa on Lake Washington — lakefront rooms, marina access, and a full-service spa.

The Westin Seattle — heated indoor pool with long daily hours and a 24-hour WestinWORKOUT studio.

The Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa on Lake Washington — on-site marina, paddleboards, kayaking, and motor boating.
The Westin Seattle — it’s in downtown within walking distance of Pike Place Market, the monorail, and many museums and theaters.
The Woodmark — it has a full-service spa (massages, facials, body treatments) and a quieter lakefront setting.
Yes. The Woodmark lists an on-site marina and water activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, boat tours, and motor boating.
Yes. Both hotels welcome guests of all ages; The Westin notes a minimum age of 18 for the primary guest checking in, not for accompanying children.
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