Fairwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fairwood
Popular places to visit
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
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.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Pike Place Market
America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.
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.
Activities
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Anacortes: Whale and Orca Boat Tour near Seattle
Evening Colors Sunset Sail Tour in Seattle
Sinister Sins, Scandal, and Shadows: Seattle Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Fairwood Hotel Deals
The Belltown Inn
"We stayed here before and after our Alaska Cruise. Both times they let us check in early. Good shuttle service to the cruise pier and the airport. Rooms are small, but clean and comfortable. Equal distance to the Space Needle and Pike Street Market. Lots of good food options nearby. Staff is ..."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"Great place to stay before our cruise. Offered shuttle from airport at a very competitive rate. Offered shuttle to cruise port for $10 pp. Very close to tons of restaurants and attractions. Quiet, clean and cool rooftop area to view the city and mountains."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
"Ongoing construction in the lobby and some common areas. 1 elevator was down so the wait got to be a bit longer during busy times (Saturday) - Secret tip is to use the parkade elevator to get down to the street quicker. Room cleanliness was okay overall, some beard/shaving hairs in the sink that ..."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"I enjoyed my stay. Great location. The staff was great. The hotel was very clean. My only complaint is that there was only one electrical outlet that I could find in the room."
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Mayflower. It is like stepping back in time. The entire place is very well maintained. Our room at 2 bathrooms which I thought was amazing. It is very conveniently located and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
"Food options for vegetarian not great"
Reviewed on 12 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Fairwood
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 Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.
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 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.
