Madrona Travel Guide

Seattle

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Viretta Park is located to the south of the former home of Kurt Cobain, where he died. Nirvana fans gather at the park on the anniversary of Cobain's death (April 5), and to a lesser extent on his birthday (Feb 20), to pay tribute to the musician.

The park's wooden benches, serving as the de facto memorial to Kurt Cobain in Seattle, are covered with graffiti messages to the rock icon. There has been much speculation over the years on whether the name of the park should be changed to "Kurt's Park", due to the late rock icons large fan base.
This bench, located in the park adjacent to the house where Kurt Cobain died, has long served as an unofficial memorial to the iconic Nirvana frontman. The bench is covered in graffiti scrawled by hundreds of fans that have visited to pay their respects. You can find this bench by heading south on Lake Washington Blvd from Madison St. It’s on the right, just past Denny Blaine Park.

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Top hotels in Madrona

Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is ฿4,095 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿4,095
฿5,107 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,810 reviews)
Perfect for short distance to the climate pledge arena.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Mediterranean Inn
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
The price is ฿4,012 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿4,012
฿4,734 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,485 reviews)
This is our second time staying at this hotel and we're already planning on coming back in a few months. Super clean, great customer service & great restaurant!

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

4 out of 5
18740 International Boulevard SeaTac WA
The price is ฿3,350 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
฿3,350
฿3,833 total
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,925 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is ฿4,536 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿4,536
฿5,986 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,492 reviews)
had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and well organized. The staff were very friendly and helpful throughout my stay, making sure everything was perfect. The location was convenient and close to many places. I would definitely recommend this hotel and look forward ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is ฿3,677 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,677
฿4,339 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,348 reviews)
Room was clean!

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is ฿3,326 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,326
฿3,925 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,505 reviews)
Dirty pillow cases, indoor roach on the wall in the hallway on 5th floor. Staff was helpful but I had to call to check on the waitlist for early check in. They said I would get a text wh

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
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Other neighbourhoods around Madrona

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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.

Central District
Capitol Hill featuring heritage architecture as well as an individual male

Capitol Hill

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Broadway while getting to know Capitol Hill, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Capitol Hill Station or Broadway & Denny Stop to see more of the area.

Capitol Hill
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First Hill

Well liked for its churches and live music, First Hill is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Neumos and Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.

First Hill
Pioneer Square featuring heritage architecture, central business district 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
Denny Triangle neighborhood.

Denny Triangle

If you're spending time in Denny Triangle, check out sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.

Denny Triangle
South Lake Union featuring a coastal town, a bay or harbour and boating

South Lake Union

4/5(13 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


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