Rainier Valley Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Rainier Valley
Stay near popular Rainier Valley attractions
Things to do
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in Rainier Valley
Mediterranean Inn
"Only 1 elevator was working for my 1 st night there. Asked for but did not receive additional towels and coffee pods. Towels were thin. Will not stay at this specific property again."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026
The Paramount Hotel
The Belltown Inn
"Clean room and staff was friendly"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
"The Mayflower Park Hotel was a bit of a disappointment. We had thought it was going to be 'old-world historic elegance' as a boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Seattle. Instead it was just an old hotel. There were two elevators, and one was out of order. For a completely full hotel, that is ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
"The staff was very condescending. The restaurant was way overpriced for what they had. Definitely not staying there again"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Rainier Valley
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
