
1 Hotel Seattle
Best for city sightseeing, restaurants, and easy walking access to downtown Seattle attractions.
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1 Hotel Seattle is a design-forward, 153-room urban hotel in South Lake Union for travelers who want nature-minded interiors and easy access to downtown attractions. Cedarbrook Lodge is a quieter, resort-like lodge near SeaTac for travelers who prefer garden grounds, a spa/hot-tub focus, and proximity to the airport.
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Best for city sightseeing, restaurants, and easy walking access to downtown Seattle attractions.

Best for travelers connecting through SeaTac who want a peaceful, resort-like stay with spa and garden facilities.
When 1 Hotel Seattle wins: choose 1 Hotel Seattle if you want an urban base with living-plant design, two on-site restaurants (La Loba and Drift), event spaces, and a short walk to Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, and downtown sites.
When Cedarbrook Lodge wins: pick Cedarbrook Lodge if your priority is a quieter, lodge-style setting close to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, with spa services, a hot tub, and grounds that feel separate from the city.
Bottom line: both properties avoid the feel of a standard downtown chain—1 Hotel Seattle is the better choice for downtown access and design-led dining, while Cedarbrook Lodge is the practical calm choice for airport proximity and spa-oriented downtime.
| Category | 1 Hotel Seattle | Cedarbrook Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Design-driven urban hotel with living greenery and modern rooms | Resort-like Northwest lodge on garden grounds |
| Location | South Lake Union, within walking distance of downtown attractions | Near SeaTac / Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, set away from downtown |
| Size | 153 rooms | Not published |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; primary booking guest must be 21+ | All ages welcome (standard adult check-in age: 18+), primary booking age: 18+ |
| Pools & water | No on-site pool | Hot tub and spa services listed (no full pool published) |
| Restaurants & bars | La Loba (Spanish/Catalan dinner & brunch) and Drift (café, raw bar, cocktails) | On-site restaurant(s) and bar; a la carte breakfast and restaurant lunch/dinner listed |
| Wellness & fitness | 24-hour fitness center (The Field House); no traditional on-site spa—in-room wellness items available | Spa and massage services, fitness center, hot tub, outdoor recreational features |
| Airport access | Hotel partners with shuttle service (Evergreen Shuttle) and is reachable by rideshare; Sea-Tac transit options available | Shuttle services and close proximity to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport; pre-book airport transfer available |
| Parking | Valet-only parking (no self-parking) with published hourly and overnight rates | On-site parking available (public listing notes convenient on-site parking) |
| Known for | Design-forward interiors, living plants, downtown access, distinctive dining | Quiet lodge atmosphere, garden grounds, spa/massage focus, airport convenience |
1 Hotel Seattle sits in South Lake Union with quick pedestrian access to many downtown attractions.
Choose 1 Hotel Seattle for easy walking access to Seattle’s main tourist and business areas.
Cedarbrook Lodge is positioned close to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, focused on a quieter guest experience.
Choose Cedarbrook Lodge for short airport transfers and a stayset apart from downtown noise.
1 Hotel Seattle offers 153 rooms and suites with nature-focused design details.
Rooms emphasize design, sustainability-minded amenities, and city views.
Cedarbrook Lodge’s room mix follows a lodge-style layout with several deluxe room types and a Studio Suite.
Rooms focus on comfort and practical amenities in a lodge setting close to the airport.
1 Hotel Seattle has two distinctive on-site venues for breakfast through dinner.
Pick 1 Hotel Seattle for chef-driven dinner and a consistent in-house food program.
Cedarbrook Lodge provides on-site dining options and a bar suitable for relaxed meals.
Choose Cedarbrook Lodge for straightforward on-property meals in a lodge atmosphere near the airport.
1 Hotel Seattle does not have an on-site swimming pool.
If an on-site pool is a must, 1 Hotel Seattle is not the right choice.
Cedarbrook Lodge lists spa services and a hot tub among its wellness amenities.
Cedarbrook Lodge is the better pick for on-property spa and hot-tub relaxation.
1 Hotel Seattle supports wellness with a fully equipped fitness center and in-room wellness amenities.
1 Hotel Seattle is stronger for active travelers who also want nearby nightlife and city restaurants.
Cedarbrook Lodge centers on low-key evenings, spa treatments, and grounds-based relaxation.
Cedarbrook Lodge is better for travelers seeking a low-activity, spa-forward stay close to the airport.

1 Hotel Seattle — walk to Pike Place, the Space Needle, and many museums.

Cedarbrook Lodge — close to SeaTac with shuttle options and a quieter, garden-like setting.

1 Hotel Seattle — La Loba is a dedicated, chef-led dinner and brunch venue.

Cedarbrook Lodge — lists spa, massage, and a hot tub among amenities.
Cedarbrook Lodge is closer to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport and offers shuttle/transfer options; 1 Hotel Seattle is downtown and requires a longer transfer.
No — 1 Hotel Seattle does not have a pool; Cedarbrook Lodge lists a hot tub and spa services but a full pool is not published.
1 Hotel Seattle has two prominent on-site venues (La Loba and Drift) including a chef-led dinner restaurant; Cedarbrook Lodge offers in-house restaurant and bar options but fewer signature dining venues.
Yes — both accept children. 1 Hotel Seattle requires the primary booking guest to be 21 or older; Cedarbrook Lodge lists standard adult check-in ages on public booking sites.
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