Rainier Beach Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Rainier Beach
Popular places to visit
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.
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
University of Washington
Walk around the campus of University of Washington, a top university in Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
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
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Rainier Beach
The Paramount Hotel
"I had no problem, nice hotel…"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
The Belltown Inn
"The staff was amazingly helpful, the room was very clean and comfortable! I totally enjoyed my stay and would recommend staying there!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
"Very good"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
"I loved the location of this hotel. It's three blocks from the public market. It's a little dated. However, the location more than made up for that. The staff were fantastic, and the room came with one free drink in the bar. Bar staff are lovely also. Close to the Link. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Good: Accommodating to early checkin for a nominal fee. But: Not easy to bring in luggage because there is no ramp to elevators."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"I stayed in a king room and there is no real bathroom counter to speak of. There is just a 3-inch wide shelf that runs the width of the wall along the sink mirror. While the location of the hotel is good, the room is vastly overpriced for what you get. Also I needed to checked out a a whole day early ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Rainier Beach
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Space Needle and Lumen Field are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
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.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Moore Theatre and The Crocodile.
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.
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture 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.
