The Hyatt Regency Seattle is a 1,260-room, LEED Gold-Certified hotel at 808 Howell Street in downtown Seattle, WA 98101 — the largest hotel in the Pacific Northwest. The property opened in 2018, sits directly adjacent to the Seattle Convention Center (including The Summit expansion completed in 2022), and is within walking distance of Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, Amazon Headquarters, and the Link Light Rail.

I have stayed at the Hyatt Regency Seattle 4 times over the past 3 years and have used its restaurants and meeting spaces for work events more than I can count. This is everything I would tell a friend who is booking a stay here — what works, what does not, and what the competitor hotel listings leave out.

Location: Why the Address Matters More Than You Think

The Hyatt Regency Seattle sits at 808 Howell St, Seattle, WA 98101, right in the heart of downtown Seattle’s central business district. The location is the hotel’s strongest selling point, and it is the 1 thing every guest review agrees on.

Here is how far the hotel is from Seattle’s top attractions on foot:

Attraction	Walking Distance
Seattle Convention Center (Arch Building)	4 minutes
Washington State Convention Center (The Summit)	Adjacent
Pike Place Market	11 minutes (0.6 miles / 1 km)
Space Needle	17 minutes (1 mile / 1.6 km)
Amazon Headquarters (Seattle)	7 minutes
Westlake Center / Monorail Station	5 minutes
Link Light Rail (Westlake Station)	6 minutes
Lumen Field (Seahawks / Sounders)	20 minutes
Bell Street Cruise Terminal (Pier 66)	15 minutes

The hotel is 3 blocks from the Seattle Monorail, which runs between downtown and Seattle Center (Space Needle, MoPOP, Climate Pledge Arena). Link Light Rail connects downtown to Sea-Tac Airport (SEA) in about 40 minutes for $3.

I work remotely from Capitol Hill and use the Hyatt Regency as my go-to recommendation for out-of-town visitors because the downtown exploration begins the moment you step outside. Pike Place proximity is unmatched by any convention-scale hotel in the city — 11 minutes on foot gets you to Matt’s in the Market, Sushi Kashiba, and Le Pichet, 3 of the best restaurants in Seattle. The Emerald City gateway location makes it easy to do everything without renting a car.

Hyatt Regency Seattle Rooms: What You Get for the Price

Standard rooms at the Hyatt Regency Seattle measure 320 square feet (30 sq m), with either 1 king bed or 2 queen beds, a workspace, and oversized windows. Suites range from 635 to 1,800 square feet (59–167 sq m). The hotel has 1,260 rooms across 45 floors — 30 of those rooms are suites.

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Every room includes:

Feature	Details
Bed configuration	King or 2 queens
Room size	320–460 sq ft (standard); 635–1,800 sq ft (suites)
TV	65-inch flat-screen with Netflix/Chromecast
Wi-Fi	Complimentary in-room and public areas
Workspace	Desk and chair
Bathroom	Bathtub or shower, Pharmacopia toiletries, hair dryer
Coffee/tea	In-room coffee maker
Mini fridge	Yes
Safe	Yes
Bottled water	Complimentary

The rooms are modern and clean — they still feel relatively new, and the thoughtfully designed spaces reflect the Pacific Northwest aesthetic with natural wood accents and large photographs of mountains and forests on every floor. The oversized windows are the highlight. Request a room on floors 30+ facing north for Lake Union views, or west for Elliott Bay water views. The higher-floor view rooms with sweeping cityscapes make the elevated skyline experience worth the ask.

My honest opinion on room quality: the rooms are well-maintained, the beds are comfortable, and the 65-inch TV with Netflix streaming is a nice touch. The downsides are minor — the shower has no full door (just a half wall), which lets cold air in, and the desk is small for anyone doing serious work on a laptop. Standard rooms at 320 square feet are adequate but not spacious by luxury hotel standards. The suites, especially the Regency Suite, are where the modern sophistication redefined experience kicks in — the living area, wet bar, and separate bedroom feel like a genuine upgrade.

Room rates start around $126–$200 per night in the off-season (January–February) and climb to $300–$500+ during peak summer months (July–August) and convention weeks. Booking through Hyatt.com directly guarantees the best rate and earns World of Hyatt points.

Hyatt Regency Seattle Dining: 3 Restaurants and Bars on Property

The Hyatt Regency Seattle has 3 restaurants and bars plus a 24-hour grab-and-go Market, giving guests dining options from early morning through late evening. The on-site food situation is stronger than most convention hotels, though I still think you should eat at least 1 meal off property to get the real Seattle experience.

Andare Kitchen & Bar

Andare Kitchen & Bar is the hotel’s primary restaurant, located on the lobby level. The Italian-focused menu features wood-fired pizzas, homemade pasta, salads, and signature desserts, combining traditional Italian flavors with fresh local Pacific Northwest ingredients. Andare serves breakfast (buffet and à la carte), lunch, and dinner, and also handles room service.

Breakfast buffet runs $29 for adults and $15 for children (ages 5–12), served daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM. The buffet includes made-to-order omelets, waffles, breakfast pizza, fresh fruit, pastries, and freshly squeezed orange juice. The farm-to-table dining approach uses local purveyors, and the breakfast spread is genuinely better than what I have seen at most comparable downtown Seattle hotels.

Hours: Daily, breakfast through dinner (check current hours at front desk)

Andare Kitchen & Bar in Hyatt regency Seattle

Daniel’s Broiler

Daniel’s Broiler is an upscale steakhouse on the 2nd floor. The restaurant is not operated by Hyatt — it is a separate establishment, which means you cannot charge meals to your room here. The menu features prime steaks, seafood, and a craft cocktail destination bar. Daniel’s Broiler is a solid option for a business dinner or special occasion, but bring your wallet — entrees start in the $40–$60 range.

Hours: Daily from 4:00 PM until late

Note: Because Daniel’s Broiler is independently operated, Hyatt dining credits and room charges do not apply. I learned this the hard way when I left my wallet in the room. Bring a card.

The Market

The Market is a 24-hour grab-and-go spot on the 2nd floor offering coffee, pastries, sandwiches, salads, snacks, and beverages. Prices are typical hotel grab-and-go rates. World of Hyatt Globalist members receive a $25 per person daily breakfast credit that can be used at The Market or at Andare.

For culinary excellence beyond the hotel walls, I always send guests to Pike Place Market for breakfast or lunch — Matt’s in the Market for seasonal Pacific Northwest cuisine, Sushi Kashiba for the best sushi in Seattle, and Le Pichet for a French café experience. All 3 are within an 11-minute walk.

Regency Club Lounge: What to Actually Expect

The Regency Club is located on the 8th floor and is accessible to guests who book a Club-level room or have World of Hyatt Globalist status. The lounge is one of the largest I have seen at any Hyatt Regency in the United States — an L-shaped indoor space with seating for 100+ guests, floor-to-ceiling windows, a gas fireplace, and an outdoor wraparound terrace with a fire pit that turns on nightly from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

The space itself is beautiful. The views are solid, the terrace is a genuinely great spot to unwind with a drink after a long day, and the locally inspired experiences are reflected in touches like Beecher’s cheeses, Ellenos yogurts, Jones Sodas, and Seattle Chocolates when the lounge is fully stocked.

Here is where I need to be direct: the Regency Club’s food and beverage service has been inconsistent over the past 2 years. During full-service periods, the lounge offers breakfast, afternoon snacks, and evening hors d’oeuvres with an honor-system cash bar for wine and spirits. During reduced-service periods (which have been common post-pandemic), the lounge offers only packaged snacks, granola bars, bottled water, and coffee machines — no breakfast, no evening appetizers. The status of service changes without much notice.

My recommendation: Call the hotel at (206) 973-1234 before your stay and ask specifically what the Regency Club is currently offering. Do not assume full breakfast and evening food service. If the lounge is in reduced-service mode, Globalist members get a $25/person breakfast credit at Andare or The Market, which is more than enough for a full breakfast.

Regency Club hours: Daily, 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Parking at the Hyatt Regency Seattle

Self-parking at the Hyatt Regency Seattle costs $55 per night with in-and-out privileges. The hotel has an underground parking garage with a height restriction. There is no valet parking. The garage is gateless, using license plate readers for entry and exit.

Parking Option	Cost
Self-parking (hotel garage)	$55/night
World of Hyatt Globalist on award stay	Free
Nearby surface lots	~$20–$50/day (varies)

Parking is the 1 complaint that comes up in almost every Hyatt Regency Seattle review, and I get it — $55/night is steep. If you are flying into Seattle, I strongly recommend skipping the car entirely. The Link Light Rail runs from Sea-Tac Airport directly to Westlake Station in about 40 minutes for $3. Downtown Seattle is extremely walkable, and rideshare covers everything the light rail does not.

If you must drive, the garage works fine — it is clean, well-lit, and the gateless system is fast. There is also an independent outdoor parking lot directly in front of the hotel that charges around $50/day. For a cheaper alternative, look for lots a few blocks out toward South Lake Union or First Hill, where daily rates drop to $20–$30.

Electric vehicle charging is available on-site.

Meeting and Event Space at Hyatt Regency Seattle

The Hyatt Regency Seattle offers 103,000 square feet (9,569 sq m) of meeting and event space — the largest in downtown Seattle. The property is home to 2 of downtown Seattle’s largest ballrooms, 2 junior ballrooms, and 45 meeting rooms. The hotel is convention center adjacent — connected to the Washington State Convention Center and The Summit expansion.

This is the feature that makes the Hyatt Regency Seattle a tech industry favorite and the dominant business travel hotel in the Emerald City. I have attended 3 corporate events here over the past 2 years, and the meeting space is genuinely impressive — modern AV equipment, flexible room configurations, and an event staff that knows how to handle groups of 20 or 2,000. The hotel hosts about 100 public events per year between the 2 ballrooms.

For wedding planners: the grand ballroom is the largest in Washington State and handles multi-day, multi-ceremony celebrations with dedicated event managers. The combination of spacious rooms, on-site catering from Andare, and the downtown Seattle backdrop makes this a seamless business travel and event venue.

Pet Policy: Bringing Your Dog

The Hyatt Regency Seattle is dog friendly. Here are the details:

Policy	Details
Dogs allowed	Yes
Number of pets	1 dog per room (2 dogs if combined weight ≤ 75 lbs / 34 kg)
Weight limit	50 lbs (23 kg) per dog
Fee (1–6 nights)	$75 per stay
Fee (7–29 nights)	$150 per stay
Fee (30+ nights)	$100 deep-cleaning fee
Cats	Not allowed
Where pets are allowed	Guest rooms and lobby only
Where pets are NOT allowed	Restaurants, meeting spaces, fitness center, Regency Club

Dogs must be leashed and attended at all times on the property. The concierge can provide info on nearby walking routes, pet shops, groomers, and vets. The closest green space for dog walking is about 2–3 blocks away — not ideal, but manageable.

Hyatt Regency Seattle Fitness Center

The Hyatt Regency Seattle has a 24-hour fitness center on the 6th floor, equipped with Peloton bikes and Technogym cardio and strength equipment. The gym is one of the best hotel gyms I have used in Seattle — it is large, well-maintained, and rarely crowded. Free weights, cable machines, treadmills, ellipticals, and the Peloton bikes give you everything you need for a full workout. Keycard access is required.

Does the Hyatt Regency Seattle Have a Pool?

No. The Hyatt Regency Seattle does not have a pool or hot tub. This is the question I get asked the most when recommending this hotel to families. If a pool is a dealbreaker, consider the Warwick Seattle (indoor pool, 0.35 miles away) or the Westin Seattle (indoor pool). For family-friendly hotels in downtown Seattle with pool access, the Hyatt Regency is not the right fit.

Airport Shuttle and Getting to the Hotel

The Hyatt Regency Seattle does not provide a complimentary airport shuttle to or from Sea-Tac Airport (SEA). The hotel does offer a paid cruise port shuttle to Pier 66 and Pier 91 at $17 per person (kids under 2 free), with departures at 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1:30 PM. Reserve through the concierge at seahs.concierge@hyatt.com.

For airport transportation, here are your options:

Option	Cost	Time
Link Light Rail (SEA to Westlake Station)	~$3	40 minutes
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)	$30–$50	20–35 minutes (traffic dependent)
Taxi	$40–$55	20–35 minutes
Eagle Towncar Service (luxury sedan)	Varies	20–35 minutes

The Link Light Rail is the best option for solo travelers and couples. Exit at Westlake Station and the hotel is a 6-minute walk. I take the light rail every time.

Sustainability: LEED Gold-Certified

The Hyatt Regency Seattle was the first LEED Gold-Certified hotel in Seattle when it opened in 2018. The hotel holds 5 Green Keys from the Green Key Global sustainability program. Sustainable practices prioritized by the hotel include housekeeping on request (rather than daily) to reduce the carbon footprint, energy-efficient building systems, and locally sourced ingredients in the restaurants. The property also has electric vehicle charging stations on-site.

7 Tips from a Seattle Local Who Actually Stays Here

Book a north-facing room on floor 30 or higher for the best views. Lake Union, the University of Washington, and the Cascades are visible on clear days. West-facing rooms offer Elliott Bay water views. Request at check-in — the staff is accommodating.
Take the Link Light Rail from the airport instead of a rideshare. It costs $3 versus $30–$50 and takes 40 minutes. Exit at Westlake Station and walk 6 minutes to the hotel. Seamless business travel starts with skipping the I-5 traffic.
Call ahead about the Regency Club before booking a Club room. The lounge service has been inconsistent. A Club room costs more, and the premium is only worth it when the lounge is offering full breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres. Ask.
Eat at least 1 breakfast off property. Andare’s breakfast buffet is good, but Seattle’s breakfast scene is better. Walk 11 minutes to Pike Place Market for Matt’s in the Market or Le Pichet. You are in Seattle — eat like it.
Skip the car entirely. Between the Link Light Rail, the Monorail (3 blocks away), and rideshare, you do not need a car in downtown Seattle. Parking at $55/night adds up fast, and the garage exit after convention events is slow.
Bring your own toiletries if you are particular. The Pharmacopia products are fine but basic. No slippers are provided in standard rooms. Robes are available but not always stocked — ask housekeeping.
The outdoor terrace on the Regency Club floor is the best-kept secret in the hotel. Even if the food service is limited, the fire pit, the views, and the quiet atmosphere make it worth spending an evening up there. Grab a drink from Andare, bring it up, and enjoy the unforgettable urban escape.

My Final Take on the Hyatt Regency Seattle

I have stayed at the Grand Hyatt Seattle across the street, the Hyatt at Olive 8 a block away, and the Thompson Seattle in the neighborhood. The Hyatt Regency Seattle is the 1 I keep coming back to. The location is unbeatable for anyone attending events at the Seattle Convention Center or exploring downtown Seattle on foot. The rooms are clean, modern, and comfortable. The breakfast at Andare is better than average. The fitness center is excellent. And the Regency Club terrace — when the weather cooperates — is one of the best spots to sit and watch the city from above.

The hotel is not perfect. The $55 parking fee is painful. The Regency Club food service is frustratingly inconsistent. The rooms are functional but not luxurious at the 320-square-foot standard size. And there is no pool, which rules it out for some families.

But for business travelers, convention attendees, couples exploring downtown, and anyone who values a prime downtown location with exceptional service standards over boutique charm, the Hyatt Regency Seattle delivers. It is the largest hotel in the Pacific Northwest for a reason — it handles scale well without losing the distinct Seattle experience that makes a visit here worth the trip.

Book direct on Hyatt.com for the best rate. Request a high-floor view room. And walk to Pike Place Market for dinner. You will not regret it.

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