West Bellevue Travel Guide
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Visit West Bellevue
Popular places to visit
Bellevue Square
The buzzing heart of Bellevue, this multistory shopping complex houses brand stores, upscale dining establishments and entertainment for the whole family.
Old Bellevue
Stroll along storied streets to find independent shops and restaurants in buildings that evoke the history of the area.
Downtown Park
Escape the city and relax among the gorgeous green lawns, picnic areas and canals of this modern urban park.
Lincoln Square
Shop high-end brands, watch a movie or dance the night away at this shopping and entertainment plaza in downtown Bellevue.
Bellevue City Hall
Bellevue City Hall is just one of the places to see in Bellevue, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Mercer Slough Nature Park
Explore the superb wetland landscapes of this nature reserve. Meander along hiking trails, pick blueberries and visit the historic Winters House.
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
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Skip the Line: Daily Admission at Woodland Park Zoo Ticket
Top hotels in West Bellevue
Red Lion Hotel Bellevue
"Room was clean, smelt funny…. Breakfast was not to die for"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton Bellevue
"Service and hotel were perfect not to far away from settle and had a lot of good restaurants in the area"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Seattle Bellevue/Downtown
"1st Room was very dark and lights did not work and overlooked an alley. Was not given the upgraded room I paid for when I booked. They moved me the 2nd day to a new (correct) room. Sink was clogged and would not drain and the toilet would barely flush and ran constantly due to something be lodged ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Belltown Inn
"Excellent, friendly staff. Good location. Clean room with AC and tub. Rooftop terrace. Reasonable price."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"We came in for 1 night for a vacation trip leaving next morning. The location was great near the airport and shuttle service to the cruise ship ports. The property is older and needs an little TLC. For the proce i would hope a little nicer property."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"The staff was great and gave us restaurant recommendations! The view from the rooftop was gorgeous."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West Bellevue
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 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.
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.
