First Hill Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit First Hill
Stay near popular First Hill attractions
Things to do
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Harbor Cruise of Elliott Bay & Seattle Skyline
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Top hotels in First Hill
Mayflower Park Hotel
"A charming hotel that is walking distance to most everything Seattle has to offer."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
"The staff was phenomenal, helpful amd very pleasant. The breakfast buffet was a pleasant surprise compared to the bland offerings I've experienced at other hotel chains."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Mediterranean Inn
"Great location. Staff was really helpful. The property looks a bit tired and needs maintenance, specially the elevators and general painting. Location amazing."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
The Belltown Inn
"Excellent location with bars and restaurants. Comfortable and clean. Staff were helpful and friendly. Would stay again!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Room 801 the wall unit leaked fluid in the floor, 825 the basin drain was extremely slow, the shower stall was awkward to use."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South
"The one staff who was on duty was extremely helpful but it looked like some kind of personal tragedy took out all the rest of the staff? The shuttle bus never came to the airport and when we called we were told it wasn't going to and the one staff member who was working had essentially worked 36 ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Where to stay in First Hill
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle 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 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.
