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?
Martin Luther King, Jr. County
Find out about the history of Seattle when you take a trip to Martin Luther King, Jr. County.
Afrikan Market Place
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Afrikan Market Place in Seattle.
Genesee Dog Park
Genesee Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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.
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 Rainier Valley
The Belltown Inn
"Very helpful staff"
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
"Beautiful hotel with fantastic rooftop area. Comfortable bed and spacious room. Very clean bathroom. Excellent desk staff- very helpful with questions about the area. Easy walk to the space needle and Pike Place area. Would definitely stay again when in Seattle and highly recommend."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
"Exceeded our expectations."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"The check in process isn’t as easy as they make it sound. The self check link they text you, and the kiosk in the lobby, doesn’t allow you to fully check in. Therefore, you do have to wait on someone at the front desk to help you get access to your room. We were advised to “come back later” two times ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel by APA
"It is a decent location and the property took actions to keep guests safe (key-ed elevator access). I think the only thing that I didn’t like was outside of anyone’s control (street walkers and their habits). Absolutely adore that the bathroom had a bidet. Staff were awesome and courteous. Room was ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Rainier Valley
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.
