Rainier Valley Travel Guide
Seattle
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Popular places to visit
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.
Mount Baker Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mount Baker Beach during your trip to Seattle?
Lakeridge Park
After visiting Lakeridge Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Colman Park
After visiting Colman Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seattle. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Martin Luther King, Jr. County
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Martin Luther King, Jr. County.
Amy Yee Tennis Center
Catch an event at Amy Yee Tennis Center during your trip to Seattle.
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 Highlights City Tour
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Top hotels in Rainier Valley
Mediterranean Inn
We stay here whenever we visit Seattle (3-4 times a year). The ONLY downside to the hot is the parking. Most of the time, parking isn’t an issue. They have onsite, underground parking which is a big reason we chose them originally. Twice over the years, their parking is full and we were literally ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
having a packed hotel during an event and only 2 elevators operating is not ideal conditions. seemed like the staff was aware but it a $$$$ issue to not deal with
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
10/10
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
Took airport shuttle to and from airport for a long layover ! It was flawless and hotel was as advertised!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Paramount Hotel
I stayed only overnight but I'm happy with the staff, cleanliness, wifi and the location
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Coast Gateway Hotel
Airport shuttle was fantastic. I had more and larger than normal baggage plus pets, and they were incredibly helpful, polite, and made my morning less stressful than it should have been.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Valley
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Jefferson Park Golf Course, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.
Industrial District
While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.
SoDo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.
Central District
While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.
Pioneer Square
Shopping, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.
First Hill
Well liked for its churches and live music, First Hill is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Neumos and Broadway, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.
