Is Sheraton Grand Seattle worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — Sheraton Grand Seattle is worth considering if you want a large, full-service downtown hotel with convention-space scale, reliable on-site dining, a 35th-floor pool and a 24-hour fitness center with skyline views. It’s best for convention delegates, families who value a central location, and travelers who want straightforward amenities; budget-minded or boutique-seeking travelers may prefer alternatives.
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Location and getting around
Sheraton Grand Seattle sits at 1400 6th Ave at 6th and Pike, adjacent to the Washington State Convention Center in the downtown core. This puts Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum and Benaroya Hall within an easy walk.
Public transit and pedestrian access are the most convenient options. Westlake Station (Link light rail and monorail connections) is a few minutes' walk, and the downtown ferry terminal is roughly a 10-minute walk for ferries to Bainbridge Island.
- Pike Place Market: about a 5–10 minute walk
- Seattle Art Museum and Benaroya Hall: about a 5-minute walk
- Westlake Station (light rail/monorail): a few minutes' walk
- Downtown ferry terminal: roughly a 10-minute walk
| Nearby Spot | Typical access |
|---|---|
| Pike Place Market | 5–10 min walk |
| Westlake Station | Few minutes' walk |
| Downtown ferry terminal | ~10 min walk |
Rooms, views and who each room suits
The hotel has a large room portfolio after a renovation, including Room, Deluxe Room, City View, Premium Room, Club Room, and several suites (Suite, 1 Bedroom; Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom; Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom). Many room categories emphasize city or water views and window seating.
If skyline or water views matter, pick a room with “City View” or a higher-floor Premium or suite. Families can book Room or Deluxe Room, City View options that list 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds and allow up to 4 guests in the Deluxe Room, City View.
- Room (beds: 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds) — standard option
- Deluxe Room, City View (338 sq. ft. / City View / 4 Guests; beds: 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds) — better for families
- Premium Room (beds: 1 King Bed) — higher floor views
- Club Room (beds: 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds) — access to club benefits (subject to booking)
| Room type | Beds / Notes |
|---|---|
| Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds |
| Deluxe Room, City View | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds — up to 4 Guests |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom / Junior Suite / Executive Suite | 1 King Bed — separate living areas |
Pool, fitness and on-site activities
A key reason many guests choose Sheraton Grand Seattle is the 35th-floor heated indoor pool with panoramic downtown, Puget Sound and Cascade Mountain views. Pool hours are daily from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM and access is complimentary for registered hotel guests.
The bi-level Sheraton Fitness Center sits alongside the pool on the 35th floor, open 24 hours and equipped with Peloton bikes, cardio and strength machines. Day-pass access to the pool and fitness center is available through third parties like ResortPass.
- Indoor pool: 35th floor, heated, complimentary for guests, open 5:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Fitness center: bi-level, 35th floor, open 24/7, includes Peloton bikes
- No on-site spa — current official listings show no spa services
| Facility | Key fact |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool | 35th floor, complimentary for guests |
| Fitness center | Bi-level, 24-hour access |
| Spa | No spa on-site (per current listings) |
Dining and bars
On-site dining covers a range of styles: Alder & Ash (New American, breakfast/lunch/dinner), Vivienne's Bistro (Asian-Fusion, lunch/dinner), Fountain Wine Bar (local wine, craft beer, cocktails) and a Starbucks marketplace for coffee and grab-and-go items.
Hours vary by venue; Alder & Ash serves breakfast starting early and dinner until the evening, Vivienne's Bistro is open for lunch and dinner, and Fountain Wine Bar opens in the late afternoon. In-Room Dining is available daily.
- Alder & Ash: New American — breakfast, lunch, dinner (hours listed on hotel site)
- Vivienne's Bistro: Asian-fusion — lunch and dinner; reservations recommended
- Fountain Wine Bar: drinks and light bites — evening hours
- Starbucks marketplace: coffee and snacks — morning to late afternoon
- In-Room Dining: available daily from morning into the evening
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Alder & Ash | Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner |
| Vivienne's Bistro | Lunch/Dinner |
| Fountain Wine Bar | Drinks & light bites, evenings |
Meetings, events and weddings
Sheraton Grand Seattle is built for large events: the property provides roughly 75,000–77,000 sq ft of flexible event space across dozens of rooms, including the 18,300 sq ft Grand Ballroom and multiple ballroom options like the Metropolitan and Cirrus (Cirrus is on the 35th floor with skyline views).
This makes the hotel a practical choice for conventions, large conferences, weddings and group events where on-site meeting infrastructure matters.
- Grand Ballroom: ~18,300 sq ft (reception capacity listed up to 2,000 in some sources)
- Metropolitan Ballroom: ~9,440 sq ft
- Cirrus Ballroom: 35th floor, panoramic views, smaller-capacity receptions
| Venue | Notes / Typical capacity |
|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | Largest space; divisible sections |
| Metropolitan Ballroom | Mid-size ballroom for larger groups |
| Cirrus Ballroom | 35th-floor ballroom with views |
Accessibility, family features and pets
Sheraton Grand Seattle is marketed as family-friendly and welcomes guests of all ages; an in-room crib is available on request. The minimum age to check in is 18 for the primary guest.
The property includes a range of accessibility features: accessible routes to pool and fitness, a pool lift/sloped entry, wheelchairs available on site, braille signage and assistive listening devices. Dogs are allowed with a non-refundable pet fee and limits on size and number.
- Family-friendly: in-room crib available; indoor pool for all ages
- Accessibility: pool hoist or sloped entry, accessible routes throughout property
- Pet policy: dogs welcome with a $150 non-refundable pet fee, max 80 lbs, one pet per room; service animals stay free
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in minimum age | 18 (primary guest) |
| Pet fee | $150 non-refundable (dogs only), max 80 lbs, one pet |
| Accessible pool access | Pool hoist / sloped entry available |
Practical tips, fees and who should (or shouldn't) stay
Practical items to note: check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. Wi‑Fi is complimentary in public areas and the lobby; in-room internet may carry a nightly fee unless you have Marriott Bonvoy benefits that include complimentary in-room Wi‑Fi.
Valet parking is offered for guests (rates vary by source and date). The property accepts credit cards and contactless payments; cash is not accepted for payment at some listings. There is no on-site spa, so plan external treatments in advance if you want a spa day.
- Check-in: from 4:00 PM; check-out: 11:00 AM
- Wi‑Fi: free in public areas; in-room access may be charged (some guests with Bonvoy membership get it free)
- Valet parking: available to guests (fees vary)
- Payment: credit cards and mobile payments accepted; cash may not be accepted
| Tip | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Request a high-floor City View or Premium room | To maximize skyline/water views |
| Bring ID and a credit card at check-in | For incidental holds and verification |
| Book restaurants or Cirrus events early | Dining and event space can fill during convention periods |
