Rainier Valley Travel Guide

Seattle

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Stay near popular Rainier Valley attractions

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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
Discover Seattle A Guided Tour

Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour

฿38
per adult
Discover Seattle: A Self-Guided Tour
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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 ฿7,656 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿7,656
฿9,705 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,688 reviews)
"It worked and was a great location in the city."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is ฿6,119 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿6,119
฿7,631 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 ...
Mediterranean Inn
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is ฿6,004 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,004
฿7,487 total
10 Aug - 11 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! (4,682 reviews)
"The rooftop lounge is a real treat"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

The Belltown Inn
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is ฿6,674 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿6,674
฿7,876 total
18 Aug - 19 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 restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,570 reviews)
"Great Stay"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St Seattle WA
The price is ฿8,553 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿8,553
฿11,240 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,343 reviews)
"We arrived early and a room was ready for us, so that was very helpful. Reception was easy and very friendly."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Seattle
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
The price is ฿6,814 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿6,814
฿8,040 total
17 Aug - 18 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! (3,750 reviews)
"Got there early after a long flight from Europe. Room not ready but hey presto one was avail if we paid €40 for the same room that wasn’t ready. Left a bad feeling with us which clouded our stay. Beware then - you won’t get in early without paying."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
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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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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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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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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.

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