Westlake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Westlake
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 Westlake Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown Lake Union
"Parking mice"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Belltown Inn
"Staff was grateful and helpful yeaaaaa great job everyone"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"I recently stayed at the Mediterranean Inn in Seattle and had an excellent experience. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and conveniently located within walking distance of many of Seattle's most popular attractions, including the Space Needle and Seattle Center. The staff was friendly, professional, ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
"The hotel was in a great location but that's about it. The room I got was not clean (there was garbage on the floor) and there were no trash bags in any of the trash cans. The hotel was under construction and I wish I had been made aware of that before I booked. Additionally, the hotel front desk ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"There was no AC in the building and the hotel room looked very, very outdated in a bad way! The only thing that looked borderline ok with the bed. I had to leave and stay somewhere else. The only way they compensated for the lack of AC was $10 of $35 parking fee. They should have done a lot better ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
"The history of the hotel is really interesting and was evident in the furnishings which, while worn, were good quality. The restaurant was also convenient and beautifully decorated albeit a bit pricey. The location was the real draw- between the light rail and Pike Place, it was a great spot to be ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Westlake
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.
