Best Pool Hotels in Seattle

Sitting about a block from the waterfront in downtown Seattle, the Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is sleek and polished with a few touches inspired by the region. Local artwork is on display throughout the property, and the popular Goldfinch Tavern serves Pacific Northwest fare paired with tasty cocktails and craft beers. Recent travelers compliment this Four Seasons property's highly attentive service staff. Many visitors also love the extra perks like the infinity pool and its views of both the Olympic Mountains and Elliott Bay. When it's time to retreat to your digs, you'll be greeted by plush terry bathrobes, down duvets and pillows, flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations, among other luxe features. If you bring a vehicle to this property, though, be ready to shell out for expensive valet fees. 

With its downtown Bellevue locale, this Westin is popular with business travelers. It's just minutes from the corporate offices of Microsoft, Nintendo of America and T-Mobile, among others. Downtown Bellevue's dining options are right at your door, but it's also close to downtown Seattle – just 10 miles west. Recent guests generally give this Westin great marks for its service staff and Heavenly Bed and Bath products, but there are some who complain about extra charges for things like parking and in-room internet access. Travelers recommend asking for a room on the upper floors for a quieter stay. The on-site Cyprus Lounge & Wine Bar serves up American cuisine in a casual setting and has a wide selection of wine for your inner sommelier. Or venture across the street to more dining and shopping options at the Bellevue Square Mall. If you're a member of the Marriott Bonvoy program, take note: You can earn and redeem points and gain access to extra perks through the rewards program.

Hotel Bellevue can be a bit of a commute, as it's located in Bellevue (about 10 miles east of downtown Seattle). But with complimentary access to the huge athletic club attached to the property complete with racquetball and squash courts, a running track and multiple pools, this hotel is a popular choice for fitness fanatics. Recent travelers love the ability to move from the free yoga classes to the hotel's on-site spa or to one of the hotel's on-site restaurants to indulge in a variety of cuisine. The Bellevue's 67 guest rooms feature amenities like 24-hour room service, elegant French doors and in-room fireplaces (in some rooms). For visitors who are looking to head off-campus, there's also a complimentary town car service.

Stylish since 1924, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle has stayed true to its elegant roots. Crystal chandeliers dangle delicately from the arched ceiling and a classical pianist performs at afternoon tea in The Terrace lounge. The Fairmont Olympic Hotel receives high praise for everything from its indoor swimming pool to its impeccable service staff to its convenient downtown location. Inside the 450 accommodations, lodgers find terry bathrobes, windows that open to let in the breeze, internet access (free for Le Club AccorHotels members) and goose-down duvets. But fair warning: The Fairmont is pricey, and so is the food at The Georgian Restaurant, though guests say the stay and the eats are worth the splurge. 

The Hyatt at Olive 8 is the city's first hotel to be LEED certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. Everything – from the water system and the plumbing fixtures to the native plant-based landscaping – is designed with ecological efficiency in mind. Even the in-house restaurant, Urbane, touts its eco-friendliness, planning menus around the produce available from local farmers. Most love this Hyatt’s green practices as well as the convenient locale minutes from hot spots like Pike Place Market, though some recent travelers complain about thin walls and noise seeping in. Guest rooms feature iPod docking stations, 37-inch flat-screen TVs and Portico bath products. If you're a member of the brand's rewards program, you can earn extra perks and points toward free nights.

Located in Bellevue, the Hyatt Regency isn't exactly the immersive downtown Seattle experience. Still, most guests don't seem to mind. Recent travelers love how close this Hyatt property is to the creative restaurant scene and best shopping malls in the area. And though this hotel is popular with conventioneers, its accommodating service staff gets high marks from all sorts of travelers. Guests find the rooms comfortable and clean; accommodations are stocked with amenities like iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs, in-room coffee makers and access to room service dining. But there's little need to spend time in your room when the hotel offers nine eateries and bars, a 7,000-square-foot gym and a heated indoor pool. Also, members of Hyatt's rewards program can earn and redeem points for their stays here.

Situated in the downtown area, The Westin Seattle's circular-shaped towers offer panoramic views of the Seattle cityscape, Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Inside, the rooms are decked out in typical Westin style with Heavenly Beds, Heavenly Bath products and wireless internet access (for a fee). Recent travelers love the convenient locale, minutes from Pike Place Market and a block away from the Westlake Ave & Olive Way streetcar station. But the Westin Kids Club provides reason to keep the whole gang on premises with amenity kits tailored to different age groups. For some adult indulgence, splurge on an in-room spa treatment, enjoy classic American fare at Relish Burger Bistro or sling back a drink at the Lobby Bar. Some recent guests felt the property wasn't well maintained considering the downtown room rates, and a few were disappointed with the high fees for internet access and parking. And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

The Sheraton Grand Seattle is one of the largest properties in the city; so needless to say, it's popular with the convention crowd. But with its spacious rooms, stellar pool and city views, this Sheraton is great for families and tourists, too. Accommodations feature 32-inch flat-screen TVs, coffee makers stocked with Starbucks coffee, bathrobes, minibars and wireless internet access (for a fee). Vacate your digs for a meal of contemporary American cuisine at The Daily Grill or stop in a drink at the Fountain Wine Bar. Despite its plethora of amenities, some recent travelers complain that this huge hotel feels a bit impersonal and could use an update, but most compliment the impeccable service staff and great location. You'll find this downtown hotel on Sixth Avenue. And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

Though the Marriott Waterfront doesn't teeter on its own pier like The Edgewater, this hotel still boasts vistas of Elliott Bay. Popular with the cruising crowd, this Marriott property is right across the street from the cruise port, so occasionally those picturesque views will be blocked by a hulking boat. Still, most standard rooms come with balconies to better enjoy the fresh Seattle air. Inside your digs, you'll also find minifridges, 42-inch LCD TVs, in-room coffee makers and wireless internet access (for a fee). Some recent guests weren't impressed by their digs, though, saying the rooms were starting to show signs of wear and tear. Recent travelers did, however, love the fare at Hook & Plow, the on-site restaurant, but others remark that plates are a bit pricey compared to the other nearby eateries. Keep in mind that Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.