Pioneer Square Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square
Love history? Head for Pioneer Square, the oldest neighbourhood in Seattle.

Pioneer Square was established in 1852, though we must say it’s held its age well. Brick buildings never really go out of style, and these days they house all sorts of galleries, shops and cafes. See important aspects of the city’s storied past by walking along the Trail to Treasure, then feel free to gape a bit at a waterfall in the middle of the city. Yes, a real waterfall—albeit manmade—takes centre stage at Waterfall Garden Park, and yes, you definitely want to get a picture with it.


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Our pick of the best Pioneer Square Hotel Deals

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way Seattle WA
The price is AU$308 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$308
21 June - 22 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,177 reviews)
"The bed against the walls was a deal breaker, we left after one night of a planned four. I'm not crawling over my partner to get out of bed. The room was smaller than the closet in my first New York City apartment. No real privacy in the bath. Basically, a clean, upscale dump."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The Arctic Club Seattle

The Arctic Club Seattle

4 out of 5
700 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is AU$419 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$419
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,390 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! Staff was super friendly. Breakfast was AMAZING! So central to everything."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

The Arctic Club Seattle
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

2.5 out of 5
77 Yesler Way Seattle WA
The price is AU$302 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$302
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 6 June 2026

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
Populus Seattle

Populus Seattle

4 out of 5
100 S King St Seattle WA
The price is AU$562 per night from 11 June to 12 June
AU$562
11 June - 12 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (455 reviews)
"Generally a very nice hotel, with lots of potential. But.. the bed, which I think was only a year old was slumped/sloped to the edge. Toilet I had to repair... Rooftop cocktail bar was v. nice. Was pretty expensive so I would have expected pretty close to perfect for the stay. I thought it was pretty ..."

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

Populus Seattle
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

3 out of 5
612 2nd Ave Seattle WA
The price is AU$531 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$531
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"The USB ports do not work. Room 821. No clock in our room."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is AU$370 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$370
21 June - 22 June
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! (4,605 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

The Belltown Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Pioneer Square

Find the best Pioneer Square areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Pioneer Square
Learn more about Pioneer Square

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 Pike Place Market 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.



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