Eastlake Travel Guide
Seattle
Popular places to visit
Lake Union
Home to houseboats, seaplanes, sailboats and kayaks, Seattle’s downtown lake is a top place to hang out and enjoy the city’s maritime culture.
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
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
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle Ticket
Top hotels in Eastlake
Mayflower Park Hotel
Great location. Staff were caring and helpful and the place is a landmark for goodness sake.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
The condition of the room was great. The room was clean and comfortable. The mattresses where not broken down and comfortable. Make sure that you hang your do not disturb sign or you will have cleaning staff knocking on the door long before check out. None of the vending machines worked. They do ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Wonderful hotel. Clean. Excellent service. Close to highlights
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Yes outstanding room and service
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
The hotel is nice, clean, and well‑maintained. The staff were great, they let me check in couple hours early at no extra charge and even stored my luggage for free after checkout. I was initially worried about homelessness in the area, but it wasn’t bad at all as long as you take the right route. ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room was clean, good service by staff. Recommend.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastlake
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.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
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.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
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.
