Rainier Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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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Activities

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Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour

AU$46
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

AU$112
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Only Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour Leaving from Seattle

Seattle: Half-Day Wildlife and Whale Watching Cruise

AU$223
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Seattle: Half-Day Wildlife and Whale Watching Cruise
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket

AU$69
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

AU$249
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

AU$168
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
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Our pick of the best Rainier Valley Hotel Deals

The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$187 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$187
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 AU$151 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$151
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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 ...
The Belltown Inn
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is AU$185 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
AU$185
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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! (6,298 reviews)
"Close walking distance to Climate Pledge, helpful staff, clean room."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Mediterranean Inn
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is AU$172 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$172
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (5,695 reviews)
"A horrible stay, filthy uncleaned rooms, broken fixtures, nothing worked in the room. The room description and photos were completely false. The most unhelpful and rude staff I have ever encountered in my life.The wifi was not working at all for my 3 night stay and was told lies daily that a technician ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
The price is AU$200 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$200
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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 ...
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA

4 out of 5
1301 6th Avenue Seattle WA
The price is AU$179 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$179
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,580 reviews)
"Spacious room, great view, good location from the light link and tourist attractions. My only complaint was that only one elevator was operating and my shower had issues from time to time, but overall good experience. Would come back here"

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
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Our guide on 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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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.

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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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