Rainier Beach Travel Guide
Seattle
Visit Rainier Beach
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.
Seattle Waterfront
A wonderful place to stroll and dine, this ever-changing attraction is more than just a place where land meets sea.
Space Needle
Seattle’s skyline is instantly recognizable when you see this soaring slender structure, built as a showpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Pike Place Market
Climb the steps from the waterfront to discover Seattle’s fresh food hub, the oldest farmers’ market in the U.S.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the entertainment choices 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 Beach
Mediterranean Inn
In the middle of Seattle. Close to many things to do and close to the cruise port.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
It was an adequate experience overall
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Buffet was great. Good service, good food.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
This hotel is way more run down than we expected, AC didn’t work and windows don’t open so was warm and stuffy all night, sofa bed was awful and really not useable. Bar/restaurant attached to the hotel had good food and good service. Would not recommend this hotel to others.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
The room was very clean, quiet, spacious. Great location and less expensive than the hotel across the street. One of two elevators was out of order. There is only complimentary coffee before 7 am. After that you have to pay at the expensive cafe.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Fantastic property in Seattle. Beautiful grounds/amenities. Could use some updating here and there… but overall a great spot. Location is excellent.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Beach
South Seattle
While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or 8th Avenue South Street End, 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 Pike/Pine, 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.
West Seattle
West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alki Beach and Alki Point Lighthouse.
