Seattle, WA

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Seattle which includes landscape views, night scenes and a city
Seattle showing a city, a sunset and landscape views
Pike Place Market featuring a city, signage and night scenes
Pioneer Square featuring street scenes
Eastlake which includes a bay or harbor

Seattle Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Seattle

Downtown Seattle featuring street scenes and central business district

Downtown Seattle

4.5/5(9,584 area reviews)

Dive into the bustling nightlife and shopping scene, explore the iconic Pike Place Market, and admire architectural gems like the Seattle Central Library. Enjoy seamless connectivity with the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel and Seattle Center Monorail.

Downtown Seattle
Belltown featuring street scenes

Belltown

Densely populated and boasting trendy restaurants, boutiques, and nightclubs, this waterfront neighborhood offers the Olympic Sculpture Park and easy access to major thoroughfares. Perfect for a walkable, lively stay in Seattle.

Belltown
Capitol Hill showing heritage architecture as well as an individual male

Capitol Hill

4.5/5(128 area reviews)

Densely populated with mid-rise buildings, this Seattle district boasts nightlife, entertainment, and a counterculture vibe. Explore local bars, fringe theaters, and parks like Volunteer Park, while enjoying street-level retail and Espresso Vivace coffeehouses.

Capitol Hill
South Lake Union which includes a bay or harbor, a coastal town and boating

South Lake Union

4/5(513 area reviews)

Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Lake Union. Check out top attractions like Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

South Lake Union
Husky Stadium showing signage and a statue or sculpture

University District

4/5(493 area reviews)

Home to the University of Washington's main campus, the University District features a bustling commercial presence along main streets and is well-connected by two Link light rail stations.

University District
Pioneer Square showing central business district, heritage architecture and street scenes

Pioneer Square

Shopping, museums, and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.

Pioneer Square
Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

5 out of 5
411 University St Seattle WA
The price is SAR 878 per night from Dec 25 to Dec 26
SAR 878
SAR 1,172 total
25 Dec - 26 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,456 reviews)
Amazing staff. Great room service. Awesome pool & hot tub area. Just a beautiful hotel with all the amenities.

Reviewed on 19 December 2025

Fairmont Olympic Hotel
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is SAR 402 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
SAR 402
SAR 474 total
6 Jan - 7 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,284 reviews)
This was our first stay here and we had chosen it because of its proximity to the paramount theatre and it fit our price range for the evening. The restaurant is amazing! The food was so good and such a plus that it’s right downstairs. The room was nice and clean. We didn’t use valet as we took transit ...

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

The Paramount Hotel
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is SAR 504 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
SAR 504
SAR 669 total
6 Jan - 7 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,427 reviews)
Front desk gentleman was wonderful. Great room!

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

Mayflower Park Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lakeview Hotel

Lakeview Hotel

4 out of 5
10830 NE 68th St Kirkland WA
Stay at this aparthotel in Kirkland. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
A wonderful stay with a view of the lake!

Reviewed on 21 December 2025

Lakeview Hotel
Sweet Suites Capitol Hill

Sweet Suites Capitol Hill

2 out of 5
702 18th Ave Seattle WA
Stay at this aparthotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Lumen Field and Seattle Waterfront are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (264 reviews)
Very clean safe and lovely. Near the hospital and convenient to restaurants. Hosts very responsive and accommodating. I travel a lot . This stay more delightful than described and better than pictures. Commin area clean

Reviewed on 19 December 2025

Sweet Suites Capitol Hill
Ballard's sweet suites

Ballard's sweet suites

3.5 out of 5
1458 NW 67th St Seattle WA
Stay at this apartment in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room espresso maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (316 reviews)
Thanks for the clear communication and comfortable room. It was a very easy and affordable stay.

Reviewed on 10 December 2025

Ballard's sweet suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Seattle

4.4
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 55%
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4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 7%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There is a trash and homeless issue.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I went the night of the Riot. That sucked, it was right outside & pepper spray was in the air in the lobby. Not the hotels fault.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

From my observation a very clean & easy city to get around. Very good dining options, places of interest & lots of attractions to see & visit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

A lot of hills & fairly expensive. Because of the businesses & attractions closed due to the Covid-19 shutdown orders, there wasn’t much to see or visit & Seattle is dealing with homelessnes. However, the weather was great and SLU is a beautiful area

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

No one but bums out on the streets. Very peaceful during the pandemic

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Favorite city!