What is South Lake Union like?

South Lake Union is a welcoming neighborhood known for its top museums and great live music scene. Be sure to check out Northwest Seaport and Amazon Corporate Headquarters as part of your South Lake Union travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in South Lake Union?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Astra Hotel, Seattle, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott is the highest ranked property in South Lake Union. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Amazon Corporate Headquarters, and it offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other top choices in the neighborhood include citizenM Seattle South Lake Union and Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Lake Union area?

Expedia has 117 hotels and other accommodations in South Lake Union to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Seattle area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Lake Union, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in South Lake Union.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Lake Union?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to South Lake Union, head over to our customer service page .

What is there to do in this Seattle neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Union Park, Denny Park, and Lake Union. Northwest Seaport and Amazon Corporate Headquarters are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Don't miss favorite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91, Space Needle, and Seattle Center. While you're out sightseeing in Seattle, be sure to visit other sights like Pike Place Market or Lumen Field.

How can I get around South Lake Union and the greater Seattle area?

If you want to see more of the city, Lake Union Park Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Terry Av- Mercer St Station and Fairview Campus Dr Station.

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Travelodge by Wyndham Seattle By The Space Needle

South Lake Union

Kimberly

￥15,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Space Needle View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Hyatt Place Seattle Downtown

South Lake Union

Jenylil

￥23,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 2 - Feb 3

Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown

South Lake Union

Natalie

￥27,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Astra Hotel, Seattle, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

South Lake Union

Angel

￥19,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

citizenM Seattle South Lake Union

South Lake Union

ryan

￥18,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

AC Hotel by Marriott Seattle Downtown

South Lake Union

Martin

￥20,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 15 - Feb 16

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Seattle Center

South Lake Union

Cristhian

￥21,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 6 - Feb 7

Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown Lake Union

South Lake Union

Jennifer

￥23,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 15 - Feb 16

Level Seattle Downtown - South Lake Union

South Lake Union

Harsha

MOXY Seattle Downtown

South Lake Union

Adrian

￥19,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Suite, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

EVEN Hotel Seattle Downtown - Lake Union by IHG

South Lake Union

Dianesk Torresola

￥20,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Staybridge Suites Seattle - South Lake Union by IHG

South Lake Union

Rafael Alejandro

￥20,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 6 - Feb 7

Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Holiday Inn Seattle Downtown by IHG

South Lake Union

Joan

￥20,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown/Lake Union

South Lake Union

Steven

￥27,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 20 - Feb 21

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Everett by IHG

29.6 km from South Lake Union

Jennifer

￥17,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Redmond Inn

17.8 km from South Lake Union

sharon

￥13,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 4 - Feb 5

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Bothell, WA

19.3 km from South Lake Union

Ana

￥20,845 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

Archer Hotel Seattle/Redmond

16.7 km from South Lake Union

Bassim

￥28,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 6 - Feb 7

McMenamins Anderson School

17.9 km from South Lake Union

Nicholas

￥25,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-North/Lynnwood

22.4 km from South Lake Union

Michael

￥18,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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Where to stay in South Lake Union

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Downtown Seattle

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.

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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.

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Capitol Hill

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.

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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.

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Husky Stadium showing signage and a statue or sculpture

University District

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.

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