
1 Hotel Seattle
Best for travelers who want a design-forward, green-minded downtown base with two on-site restaurants and flexible event space.
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1 Hotel Seattle is a nature-forward, design-led 5-star hotel in South Lake Union; read this if you want a modern, plant-filled urban stay close to Amazon and the Space Needle. The Edgewater Hotel is a recognizable 4-star property sitting on Pier 67 on Elliott Bay; read this if you want a waterfront, centrally located Seattle stay with direct access to the waterfront and cruise piers.
Updated · about 1.2 km apart

Best for travelers who want a design-forward, green-minded downtown base with two on-site restaurants and flexible event space.

Best for travelers who want a classic Seattle waterfront location right on Elliott Bay, near Pike Place Market and cruise piers.
When 1 Hotel Seattle wins: choose 1 Hotel if you value modern, sustainable design, living greenery throughout the property, curated in-room wellness amenities, and easy access to South Lake Union and Seattle’s tech and convention hubs.
When The Edgewater Hotel wins: pick The Edgewater if a true waterfront setting on Elliott Bay, steps-to-the-water access, and a hotel that’s long been part of Seattle’s waterfront identity are your priorities.
Bottom line: both deliver memorable Seattle stays; pick 1 Hotel Seattle for contemporary design and neighborhood convenience in South Lake Union, or The Edgewater Hotel if the waterfront location and immediate access to the piers and waterfront attractions are decisive for you.
| Category | 1 Hotel Seattle | The Edgewater Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Nature-forward, modern boutique with living plants and design focus | Classic waterfront boutique with a long Seattle reputation |
| Location | South Lake Union — near Amazon Spheres, Space Needle, convention center | On Elliott Bay at Pier 67 — steps from Seattle Waterfront and cruise terminals |
| Size (rooms) | 153 rooms | 223 rooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome; primary booker must be 21+ | All ages welcome (not adults-only) |
| Pools | No on-site swimming pool | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | La Loba (Spanish/Catalan) and Drift (café & cocktails) plus in-room dining | One restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe plus a bar/lounge and room service |
| Spa / wellness | No traditional on-site spa; in-room wellness amenities and fitness center (The Field House) | Not published |
| Fitness | 24-hour fitness center (The Field House) with Peloton bikes and trainers | Fitness facilities listed |
| Known for | Living greenery, design-led rooms, sustainability practices | Famous waterfront setting on Elliott Bay and proximity to cruise piers |
| Accessibility & transport | Valet parking only; partners with Evergreen Shuttle; walkable to many attractions | Valet parking (surcharge); close to cruise terminals and waterfront attractions |
1 Hotel Seattle sits in South Lake Union, a short walk from the Space Needle and Amazon’s campus.
Pick 1 Hotel for easy access to South Lake Union attractions, the convention center, and corporate destinations.
The Edgewater Hotel sits on Pier 67 directly on Elliott Bay, steps from the Seattle Waterfront and Bell Street Cruise Terminal.
Choose The Edgewater for direct waterfront access and being in the heart of Seattle’s maritime and tourist corridor.
1 Hotel Seattle offers 153 rooms and suites featuring living plants and Bamford toiletry products.
1 Hotel’s rooms emphasize design, eco-minded materials, and in-room wellness touches.
The Edgewater has 223 air-conditioned rooms; many room types include city or over-water/over-water balcony options.
Edgewater’s room roster includes over-water and balcony options for waterfront views and fireplaces in rooms.
1 Hotel Seattle has two on-site dining venues and in-room dining.
Choose 1 Hotel for modern regional cuisine and a casual all-day café/bar on site.
The Edgewater offers a full-service restaurant, coffee shop/cafe, bar/lounge and room service (limited hours).
The Edgewater provides classic hotel dining on the waterfront with easy access to nearby Pike Place Market options.
1 Hotel Seattle does not have an on-site swimming pool.
If you need an on-site pool, 1 Hotel is not the right choice; it focuses on fitness and in-room wellness instead.
The Edgewater’s main signature is its location over Elliott Bay and proximity to waterfront activities.
Pick The Edgewater if immediate water views and pier access are more important than an on-site pool.
1 Hotel Seattle emphasizes in-house fitness and in-room wellness equipment and supplies.
1 Hotel favors active guests who want a full gym and curated in-room wellness rather than a spa.
The Edgewater places you close to waterfront walks, nearby live-music venues, and waterfront tours.
The Edgewater suits guests who plan to spend time on the waterfront and use nearby waterfront activity providers.

1 Hotel Seattle — living greenery, thoughtful materials, and a design-led room program.

The Edgewater Hotel — rooms right on Elliott Bay and immediate access to the Seattle Waterfront.

1 Hotel Seattle — 24-hour Field House gym with Peloton bikes and in-room wellness rentals.

The Edgewater Hotel — steps from Bell Street Cruise Terminal and several piers.
The Edgewater Hotel — it sits on Pier 67 with over-water room types and balconies facing Elliott Bay.
Both have solid on-site dining: 1 Hotel has La Loba and Drift plus in-room dining; The Edgewater has a restaurant, coffee shop, and bar with waterfront dining options nearby.
1 Hotel Seattle does not have an on-site pool. The Edgewater supplier listing does not publish an on-site pool.
Both welcome children of all ages. 1 Hotel requires the primary booking guest be 21 or older; The Edgewater does not present an adults-only policy.
Both are within easy reach of Pike Place Market; The Edgewater is about 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from the market and 1 Hotel is also roughly a 15-minute walk.
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