Georgetown Travel Guide

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The boiler room at the Steam Plant offers an eerie glimpse into early 20th-century working conditions.  Oil (and later coal) was fed into 16 giant boilers to produce the steam required to turn the Curtis Steam Turbines in the room next door.

The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway.  Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within 10 years. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand.

Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
These control panels monitored the Curtis Steam Turbines installed in 1906 and 1907. Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand.

Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway. Although it's turbines were state-of-the art for their time, technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand.

Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.

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Top hotels in Georgetown

Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is Rp2.191.506 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
Rp2.191.506
Rp2.732.687 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,808 reviews)
Great location… i would go back !

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Mediterranean Inn
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
The price is Rp2.143.551 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
Rp2.143.551
Rp2.529.390 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,481 reviews)
Everything was perfect. Best room I’ve ever seen.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

4 out of 5
18740 International Boulevard SeaTac WA
The price is Rp1.792.865 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
Rp1.792.865
Rp2.050.872 total
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,946 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is Rp2.423.660 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
Rp2.423.660
Rp3.198.418 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,492 reviews)
had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and well organized. The staff were very friendly and helpful throughout my stay, making sure everything was perfect. The location was convenient and close to many places. I would definitely recommend this hotel and look forward ...

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is Rp1.967.779 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
Rp1.967.779
Rp2.322.013 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,346 reviews)
The staff was great, from desk personnel to cleaning staff. Wonderful people. The rooms were exceptionally clean. Unfortunately the Wi-Fi left a lot to be desired. Slow speed, frequent disconnects, and stuttering performance made the visit frustrating. If you have any online meetings, video chats, ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is Rp1.779.645 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
Rp1.779.645
Rp2.100.151 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,505 reviews)
Dirty pillow cases, indoor roach on the wall in the hallway on 5th floor. Staff was helpful but I had to call to check on the waitlist for early check in. They said I would get a text wh

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
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Other neighbourhoods around Georgetown

Seattle downtown skyline sunset from Dr. Jose Rizal or 12th Avenue South Bridge

South Seattle

While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like 8th Avenue South Street End or Lake Washington, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.

South Seattle
Lighttrails of the I-90 coming out of Safeco.

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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.

Industrial District
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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.

SoDo
West Seattle

West Seattle

5/5(2 area reviews)

West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alki Beach and West Seattle Golf Course.

West Seattle
Pioneer Square featuring heritage architecture, central business district and street scenes

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.

Pioneer Square
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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.

Central District


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