Downtown Seattle, WA

Seattle

Downtown Seattle featuring street scenes and central business district
Seattle Waterfront featuring boating, sailing and city views
Seattle Public Library which includes modern architecture and a city
Space Needle which includes skyline, general coastal views and a high rise building
CenturyLink Field which includes a city
A clean, walkable city center with tree-filled public spaces, shopping, boutique bars and restaurants, and views across the Puget Sound.

Seattle’s downtown is a major business and retail center, set against the gorgeous backdrop of the Puget Sound and waterfront activity. Urban parks and plazas are surrounded by a manmade forest of high-rise architecture with some older buildings mixed in. Further west is the famous Pike Place Market. Dotted in between are a myriad of small and charming bars and restaurants, as well as an assortment of larger establishments and well-known retail outlets.

Start your downtown experience by heading to the Visitor Information Center in the lobby of the Washington State Convention Center on Seventh Avenue and Pike Street. Pick up a walking map of the area and find out what local events are scheduled. Downtown Seattle and its surrounding neighborhoods host around 70 festivals each year, including Bumbershoot, the country’s largest urban arts festival, and the Seattle International Film Festival. It also promotes dozens of musical performances at Benaroya Hall as well as outdoor public concerts on the waterfront. You can hear everything from classical to contemporary throughout the summer.

With more than 1,000 retail outlets, Seattle’s downtown is a great place for shopping in flagship stores, such as Nordstrom, Macy's and REI, as well as a wide array of smaller boutiques. Take in a movie at the multi-screen cinema in ultra-modern Pacific Place. During the winter holiday season, ride the carousel and check out the festivities at Westlake Center, which is the downtown terminal for the Seattle’s Monorail. Don't miss a trip to Pike Place Market, Seattle's famous foodie haven. Here you can see fresh produce from the region, as well as dine, shop and enjoy the views across Puget Sound. 

Family members not into shopping may enjoy a visit to the Seattle Art Museum or take the kids on the Monorail and head to the Space Needle, a little over a mile (1.6 kilometers) north of downtown. Meet later at one of the 150 eateries that make downtown such a haven for food-lovers. 

Downtown Seattle is a great base to stay while on a visit to the city. It is adjacent to the waterfront area to the west, Belltown and Capitol Hill to the north, and Pioneer Square to the south.


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Downtown Seattle Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St, Seattle, WA
The price is ¥37,681 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥37,681
¥44,462 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,439 reviews)
"Bad - than food left in the fridge from the previous person and hair in the bath tub. Good - KC Chiefs we're there for the preseason game. Saw all the players and coaches"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St, Seattle, WA
The price is ¥15,380 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥15,380
¥18,147 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,569 reviews)
"Very comfortable beds!"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Executive Hotel Pacific
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St, Seattle, WA
The price is ¥26,362 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥26,362
¥31,107 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,102 reviews)
"Cafe had excellent coffee!"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

The Paramount Hotel
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is ¥24,728 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥24,728
¥29,180 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,767 reviews)
"The room was great the staff was was great. It's in the heart of the downtown so getting around is easy. Parking needs to better."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is ¥24,875 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥24,875
¥29,353 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,589 reviews)
"Great location, loved the room settings on the iPad and the black out curtains and bed made for a great nights sleep. Perfect to explore downtown or attend a concert or sports event."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA
The price is ¥23,569 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥23,569
¥29,392 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,308 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful with suggestions for dining, grocery store around the corner, and how to get to the port. Easy walk to Space Needle and not far to the Fish Market. No bar here, but roof top open seating had amazing views, and great guests to share the experience."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Mediterranean Inn
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Seattle

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Denny Triangle

While you're in Denny Triangle, take in top sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.

Denny Triangle
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
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
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
Kerry Park showing snow, mountains and a city

Lower Queen Anne

While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.

Lower Queen Anne
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


Downtown Seattle, WA