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A historic building with the name "McMenamins Elks Temple" on the facade.

A hallway with a warm orange wall, black trim, and a large potted plant. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A cozy bar area with wooden beams, a counter, and seating.

A breakfast setting with a variety of dishes including eggs, toast, and a drink.

1. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 0.4 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Teresa

SAR 452

SAR 520 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, escalators, and a modern chandelier.

A modern cafe with a central display case, wooden accents, and a unique ceiling design.

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, escalators, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign indicating the direction to the casino parking.

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 3.2 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Gregory

SAR 773

SAR 884 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a television, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee maker, a microwave, a nightstand, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a lamp.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 1.3 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

TAYLOR

SAR 425

SAR 489 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a neon sign, a covered walkway, and a parking area.

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, blue armchairs, and a chandelier.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, round tables, and a unique light fixture.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.

4. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 0.4 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Amber

SAR 492

SAR 564 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and chairs.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a staircase connecting floors.

A rooftop pool with a glass enclosure, outdoor seating, and a city view.

A modern lounge area with a bar, sofas, and a large window overlooking a cityscape.

5. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.7 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Shane

SAR 446

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, located near a busy intersection with visible traffic.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a large ottoman. There are multiple seating areas and a reception desk in the background.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large pillar.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a selection of bottles, and a menu board.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.7 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Kirstin

SAR 537

SAR 615 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a patterned wall, and large windows.

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 2 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

John

SAR 379

SAR 437 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel lobby with a pool table, bar area, and seating arrangements.

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and a central column.

A hotel pantry with refrigerated and non-refrigerated food items, including beverages and snacks.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

New Tacoma, 2.7 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Kristina

SAR 384

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a staircase, and a potted plant.

A backyard with a wooden fence, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a door with a coat rack and a plant on the wall.

9. Tacoma Homestays

Central Tacoma, 2.7 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Curtis

SAR 180

SAR 203 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a view of a lake and dock.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with two armchairs, a television, and a fireplace with a visible fire.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a stone wall and greenery outside.

10. Waterfront Inn

14.7 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Nicole

SAR 671

SAR 747 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There are large windows with a view of greenery outside.

A modern living room with a large painting, comfortable seating, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a bench, a framed picture on the wall, and a wardrobe.

A hotel entrance with a parking lot, a building number 24415, and a row of parked cars.

11. Best Western Plus Plaza by the Green

19.5 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Suk Yee

SAR 397

SAR 446 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lobby with four armchairs, a central ottoman, and framed artwork on the walls.

A vending machine area with drinks and snacks.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, red and black chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

13.7 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Gail

SAR 427

SAR 489 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern indoor space with round tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV, a wooden panel wall, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a computer, a bed, a TV, and a kitchenette.

13. Clarion Pointe Kent - Seattle South

19.7 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Sebastian

SAR 341

SAR 384 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, multiple tables and chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, labeled sections for hot food, cereal, and fruit, and a digital menu display.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a parking lot and several cars.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

16.5 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Tracie

SAR 431

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A conference room with a long table, yellow chairs, and a large screen at the front.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view.

A square hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by beige tiles and a tiled wall with a blue and brown pattern.

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a welcoming sign.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

14.1 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Arianna

SAR 378

SAR 434 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

A hotel dining area with green sofas, wooden tables, and chairs, a large chandelier, and artwork on the walls.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a stationary bike.

16. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

13.9 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Volha

SAR 503

SAR 576 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area with chairs, a staircase, and a hallway leading to other rooms.

A clean, modern kitchenette with a water dispenser, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a coffee machine.

A laundry room with a white washing machine, a dryer, and a shelf with a black object.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and framed artwork on the walls.

17. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

17.4 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Travis

SAR 364

SAR 409 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar stools, pendant lighting, and a geometric wall design.

An outdoor patio area with a large umbrella, wooden deck, string lights, and a Christmas tree.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a brown armchair, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble island, and pendant lighting.

18. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 3.4 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

susan

SAR 279

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

A pebbly beach with a small island in the distance.

19. The Maritime Inn

13.6 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

nan

SAR 725

SAR 866 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and two pendant lights.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent red and grey facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A covered outdoor seating area with a grill, tables, and chairs, adjacent to a building with a red roof.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with blue chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

20. Candlewood Suites Sumner - Puyallup Area by IHG

14.6 km from Children's Museum of Tacoma

Christopher

SAR 416

SAR 475 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Tacoma

Property	Property class	Guest rating
McMenamins Elk Temple	9.4 Exceptional 418 reviews	View
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 2,213 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 451 reviews	View
Hotel Murano	8.8 Excellent 3,304 reviews	View
Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View

Top Children's Museum of Tacoma Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and great room for our family of 5! Staff was helpful and friendly!"

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient to hospital and doctors in area. Plus tacoma dome easy to get to. Very nice room, lovely decor. Parking convenient too."

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Easy check in, good location - pool was nice. Visit Naomi Joe coffee right down the street."

McMenamins Elk Temple

10/10 Excellent

"One of the coolest, cleanest, well appointed hotels I've ever been to. Right away I was blown away with the restoration of the building and the style that the architects went with. All the bars and restaurants are great! There seems to be something in every corner of the hotel to check out. Will definitely be back and will also be checking out all the other McMenamins properties as well! What a gem! Great location in downtown Tacoma too!"

1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center Pet friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely home, very spacious and big backyard for dogs. Nice and comfy to relax in after spending the day meeting up with family!"

Modern Elegance in the Heart of Downtown Tacoma | King Bed + Parking + AC

10/10 Excellent

"ADORED every single thing about this property! From the stunning, snow-capped peak (mountain view) out the building front door to the perfect bed and ideal shower pressure…it was divine. For a downtown CITY stay, it was surprisingly quiet! The parking spot made the whole trip a breeze with no worries, as did the dishwasher and the private washer/dryer. Everything was spacious and SO CLEAN. Met a few friendly neighbors and (sadly, only once) the absolutely gorgeous cat Merlin, next door…looked liked an exotic type, with a very friendly owner. LOVED the 2-taco plate at the fun Red Star restaurant located so conveniently right on the ground floor of the building. And the location was exquisitely perfect. I fall in love with Tacoma a little more each visit, and given a choice, I’d ALWAYS want to stay at one of Jenell’s gems of properties. Feel so lucky to know about Corporate Condo Collection!"

The Downtown Hobbit Hole

8/10 Good

"The location was great! The property was very clean and communication with the host was great also."

New Remodeled Private 1BR Downtown - 4

8/10 Good

"Clean apartment. Plenty of space. Easy to access. Bed was amazing and comfortable. "

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Tacoma

Wright Park

Explore the great outdoors at Wright Park, a lovely green space in Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Broadway Center for the Performing Arts

Take the family on an outing to Broadway Center for the Performing Arts during your trip to Tacoma. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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Pantages Theater

7.2/10 (32 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Pantages Theater during your stay in Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Court House Square

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Court House Square is just one of the places to see in Tacoma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Foss Waterway Seaport

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Foss Waterway Seaport during your travels in Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this romantic area.

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Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

8.2/10 (208 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center during your trip to Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Karpeles Manuscript Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Karpeles Manuscript Museum during your travels in Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory

Take the family on an outing to W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory during your trip to Tacoma. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Museum of Tacoma?

Children's Museum of Tacoma is located in a welcoming area of Tacoma known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 118 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Children's Museum of Tacoma?

Adjacent to Children's Museum of Tacoma, Hotel Murano is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Marriott Tacoma Downtown and McMenamins Elk Temple.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Children's Museum of Tacoma?

Expedia has 118 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Children's Museum of Tacoma.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Museum of Tacoma, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Children's Museum of Tacoma.

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What can I see and do near Children's Museum of Tacoma?

You'll want to browse the collections at Museum of Glass, LeMay Car Museum, and Foss Waterway Seaport. Pantages Theater, Tacoma Narrows Bridge, and Tacoma Union Station Rotunda are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Spend some time wandering around Wright Park, Tacoma Chinese Garden and Reconciliation Park, and Tacoma Nature Center.

How can I get to Children's Museum of Tacoma?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Children's Museum of Tacoma is a breeze. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Convention Center Station, Commerce Street Station, and Theater District Station. If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from Union Station. You can learn about your water travel options at the port.

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Our top choices for Children's Museum of Tacoma hotels

1. McMenamins Elk Temple

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

3. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

4. Hotel Murano

5. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

6. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

9. Tacoma Homestays

10. Waterfront Inn

11. Best Western Plus Plaza by the Green

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

13. Clarion Pointe Kent - Seattle South

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

16. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

17. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

18. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

19. The Maritime Inn

20. Candlewood Suites Sumner - Puyallup Area by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Tacoma

Top Children's Museum of Tacoma Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

McMenamins Elk Temple

1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center Pet friendly

Modern Elegance in the Heart of Downtown Tacoma | King Bed + Parking + AC

The Downtown Hobbit Hole

New Remodeled Private 1BR Downtown - 4

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Tacoma

Wright Park

Broadway Center for the Performing Arts

Pantages Theater

Court House Square

Foss Waterway Seaport

Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

Karpeles Manuscript Museum

W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory

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