
Sheraton Grand Seattle
Best for business travelers, large groups, and families who need meeting space, a large room inventory, and a downtown location.
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Sheraton Grand Seattle is a large, full-service downtown convention hotel with skyline views and a 35th-floor indoor pool; read this if you want a central base for business, events, or family stays. The Edgewater Hotel is a famous waterfront boutique-style hotel sitting on Pier 67; read this if you want a smaller, iconic Seattle experience right on Elliott Bay.
Updated · about 0.9 km apart

Best for business travelers, large groups, and families who need meeting space, a large room inventory, and a downtown location.

Best for travelers who want a waterfront, boutique Seattle stay and easy access to the waterfront attractions and cruise piers.
When Sheraton Grand Seattle wins: choose Sheraton Grand Seattle if you need large meeting or event space, a consistent full-service hotel experience, an indoor pool and fitness center with skyline views, or easy access to the Washington State Convention Center.
When The Edgewater Hotel wins: choose The Edgewater if you want rooms on Elliott Bay, the waterfront atmosphere, closer walking access to piers and the Seattle Waterfront, and a smaller-property, boutique feel.
Bottom line: Sheraton Grand Seattle fits business groups and travelers who want full-service downtown amenities and event capacity; The Edgewater is the pick for a Seattle stay that emphasizes waterfront location and boutique character.
| Category | Sheraton Grand Seattle | The Edgewater Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, full-service downtown convention hotel | Boutique, waterfront hotel with an iconic local reputation |
| Location | Downtown at 6th & Pike, adjacent to the Washington State Convention Center | On Pier 67 over Elliott Bay, steps from the Seattle Waterfront and cruise terminals |
| Size | 1,236 rooms across 35 floors | 223 rooms |
| Audience / age policy | All ages welcomed; primary guest must be 18+ to check in | All ages welcomed; minimum check-in age listed as 21 |
| Pools | Heated indoor pool on the 35th floor (guest access complimentary) | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple venues (Alder & Ash, Vivienne's Bistro, Fountain Wine Bar, Starbucks) | On-site restaurant, coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge; room service (limited hours) |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site spa | Not published |
| Known for | Meeting and event space, indoor pool with panoramic city and water views | Waterfront location on Elliott Bay and an iconic Seattle hotel identity |
| Accessibility & services | Extensive meeting rooms, concierge, accessibility features, valet parking (surcharge) | Concierge, valet parking (surcharge), wheelchair access in many public areas |
Sheraton Grand Seattle sits at 6th & Pike beside the Washington State Convention Center, putting downtown sights and transit a short walk away.
Choose Sheraton for immediate access to downtown, convention space and public transit links.
The Edgewater sits directly on Pier 67 over Elliott Bay, steps from the Seattle Waterfront and cruise piers.
Choose The Edgewater for waterfront proximity and immediate access to the piers and waterfront promenade.
Sheraton Grand Seattle offers a large inventory of rooms and suites across 35 floors, including club and accessible options.
Pick Sheraton for a wide range of room sizes, view options and accessible room choices.
The Edgewater's room list emphasizes city-view and over-water rooms and suites, including several over-water balcony and junior suite options.
Pick The Edgewater if you want the waterfront room experience or a named suite with local character.
Sheraton Grand Seattle has several on-site dining options covering New American, Asian-fusion, a wine bar and a Starbucks.
Choose Sheraton for more variety on property and options that suit business dining and families.
The Edgewater offers a single on-site restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, a bar/lounge and limited-hours room service.
Choose The Edgewater if you prioritize waterfront dining and proximity to many downtown restaurants rather than on-site variety.
Sheraton Grand Seattle's standout amenity is its heated indoor pool and bi-level fitness center on the 35th floor with panoramic views.
Choose Sheraton if an indoor pool and skyline fitness views matter to you.
The Edgewater’s main selling point is its location on Elliott Bay and rooms that overlook the water rather than an on-site pool.
Choose The Edgewater for direct water views and waterfront access rather than a hotel pool.
Sheraton Grand Seattle pairs a 24-hour fitness center and a wine bar with easy downtown nightlife access.
Choose Sheraton for 24/7 fitness access and easy access to downtown evening entertainment.
The Edgewater puts you on the waterfront for evening walks, bars nearby and occasional live-music venues within walking distance.
Choose The Edgewater if waterfront strolls and nearby music venues are part of your evening plan.

Sheraton Grand Seattle — large meeting capacity, extensive ballrooms and many breakout rooms.

The Edgewater Hotel — rooms over Elliott Bay and immediate waterfront access.

Sheraton Grand Seattle — heated 35th-floor indoor pool and 24-hour bi-level fitness center.

The Edgewater Hotel — smaller property with a well-known local reputation and boutique character.
Sheraton Grand Seattle is adjacent to the Washington State Convention Center; The Edgewater is on the waterfront about a short walk away.
Sheraton Grand Seattle has a heated indoor pool on the 35th floor; The Edgewater's supplier listing does not publish an on-site pool.
The Edgewater Hotel is located on Pier 67 with over-water room types and direct views of Elliott Bay; Sheraton Grand offers skyline and Puget Sound views from upper floors but is not on the water.
No. Both hotels welcome guests of all ages; Sheraton requires the primary guest checking in to be at least 18 and The Edgewater lists a minimum check-in age of 21.
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