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 entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Sky View Observatory General Admission

Sky View Observatory Tickets

฿695
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Seattle CityPASS: Admission to Top 5 Seattle Attractions

Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions

฿4,600
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Seattle CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

฿2,581
per adult
96% 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

฿5,268
per adult
94% 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

฿1,072
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Orcas Island: Whale and Orca Guided Speedboat Tour

Orcas Island: Whale and Orca Guided Speedboat Tour

฿3,938
per adult
Orcas Island: Whale and Orca Guided Speedboat 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 ฿7,429 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿7,429
฿9,432 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (2,773 reviews)
"Room is very spacious, location is perfectly centered in downtown area. Wish there are more outlets to charge your phones / tablets next to your bed."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is ฿4,643 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,643
฿5,479 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 ...
The Paramount Hotel
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is ฿4,963 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,963
฿6,188 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (4,857 reviews)
"Toilets are way to small."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

The Belltown Inn
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is ฿5,815 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿5,815
฿7,251 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (6,034 reviews)
"Great location, clean, well appointed, lots of helpful amenities (microwave, fridge, hot water heater) in the room. Parking convenient. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 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 ฿6,124 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿6,124
฿7,227 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (3,789 reviews)
"Excellent stay"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 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 ฿4,360 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,360
฿5,145 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,374 reviews)
"Very convenient place to stay"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
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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 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.

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University District

Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.

Rainier Valley Travel Guide