If you’re looking for a hotel in downtown Seattle, look for a one close to Pike Place Market and the Seattle Aquarium, such as Inn at the Market, Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle or Four Seasons Hotel Seattle. Downtown is compact and you’ll find you can walk to many of the key attractions.

Hotels in the commercial district surrounding the Space Needle area and residential Queen Anne are generally more moderately priced. Look out for deals at hotels in this area including the 3-star Best Western Executive Inn and Mediterranean Inn. Further north, in the university district, there are more cheap hotels to be found.

Seattle offers myriad nightlife options, many of which are centred around Downtown, Seattle Center and Pioneer Square. Belltown, just north of Pike Place Market, also has an array of trendy clubs and bars, while Capitol Hill is the city’s main gay neighbourhood. Hotels such as the Belltown Inn, Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square and the 3-star Bacon Mansion Bed and Breakfast in Capitol Hill will put you at the heart of the action.

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Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (also known as Sea–Tac Airport) is Seattle’s main airport. Those arriving very late or leaving very early will benefit from the choice of hotels conveniently located near the airport, including the Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport or the Ramada Seatac Airport hotel, both situated less than 1 mile from the airport.

Seattle is chock-a-block with things to do for the whole family, from the Space Needle to the Aquarium and countless parks and museums. Look for hotels in Seattle city centre and the Queen Anne area for family-friendly accommodation, such as The Westin Seattle, Alexis Hotel or The Residence Inn.

Seattle offers a number of luxury accommodations within walking distance of major sights, theatres, restaurants and clubs. The Four Seasons Hotel Seattle is a stone’s throw from Pike Place Market; for a taste of the historical, the 1920s Fairmont Olympic hotel is located in downtown Seattle.

Thanks to Seattle’s stunning location, there is a multitude of hotels with beautiful waterfront views and sweeping cityscape skyline punctuated by the iconic Space Needle. Stay at the Pan Pacific Seattle for awe-inspiring city views or consider the Motif Seattle, with rooftop restaurant and terrace close to Pike Place Market.

There is an abundance of pet-friendly hotels in Seattle that will welcome your furry friends, including The Belltown Inn, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle and Grand Hyatt Seattle.

Hotels in Seattle’s downtown will put you close to the designer boutiques and mainstream high-street stores, while if you love art and quirky shops, consider staying in the Belltown area. Visitors seeking souvenirs and artisan gifts to take home will find plenty of interesting shops around Pike Place Market and the waterfront.