Rainier Valley Travel Guide

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Kubota Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kubota Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Seattle CityPASS: Admission to Top 5 Seattle Attractions

Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

฿4,652
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Sky View Observatory General Admission

Sky View Observatory Tickets

฿949
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

฿2,610
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

฿5,328
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket

฿1,084
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

฿1,597
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
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Top hotels in Rainier Valley

Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is ฿7,433 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿7,433
฿9,444 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
Mayflower Park Hotel
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is ฿6,810 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿6,810
฿8,492 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (5,885 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location! Staff are awesome too!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 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 ฿6,245 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿6,245
฿7,369 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,725 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms and views. Food was reasonably priced and delicious! Both the front desk staff and the concierge were excellent. Super convenient for walking to the downtown or water. 10/10 recommend!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is ฿5,683 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿5,683
฿6,706 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
Executive Hotel Pacific
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is ฿6,026 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿6,026
฿7,514 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,665 reviews)
"So glad to have found this gem, it was next to plenty of do in the city, and loved the biscuit place next door! Also highly recommend Dahlia bakery on 4th! Thanks to the helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

The Belltown Inn
Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St Seattle WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,575 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿8,575
฿11,269 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
Hyatt Regency Seattle
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Where to stay in Rainier Valley

Find the best Rainier Valley areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Seattle

Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.

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Capitol Hill

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.

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Belltown

Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.

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South Lake Union

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

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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.

Rainier Valley Travel Guide