Rainier Valley Travel Guide
Seattle
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Popular places to visit
Mount Baker Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mount Baker Beach during your trip to Seattle?
Kubota Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kubota Garden, a lovely green space in Seattle. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.
Seattle Waterfront
This three-kilometre waterfront stretch is one of Seattle’s foremost leisure and entertainment destinations. Soak up some of the atmosphere as you wander round.
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
Top hotels in Rainier Valley
Mayflower Park Hotel
Clean, quiet and comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Staff was very kind and helpful, rooms were very clean, excellent water pressure. Couldn't ask for a better location. Within walking distance of the Climate Pledge Arena, the Space Needle, the Armory, as well as the Monorail into Downtown Seattle.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Room was good. Elevators are pretty dirty though.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
The staff was great, especially Cameron who took the time to get the IHG App loaded unto my Android. Everything was quality and the view of the Space Needle was spectacular.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Every single person who worked the front desk is amazing. More than nice, they each went above to make our stay lovely. We felt really welcome. The location is fantastic for walking around Seattle.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room 616 was in rough shape. Needs a refresh and repairs and some proper cleaning and tightening of hardware. If your out all day and need a budget stay then this would be the hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Valley
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.
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.
