Rainier Valley Travel Guide
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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?
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.
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.
Pike Place Market
America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.
Top hotels in Rainier Valley
Mediterranean Inn
"The hotel is in an older but vibrant section of Seattle. The hotel is well maintained, clean and well appointed. The neighborhood is a gem to walk. There are small bakerys ,pubs, markets and many restaurants."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
"It was centrally located within walking distance of lots of things. Felt a little uneasy about the parking and neighborhood."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
"I had to pay a fee for parking and we had no fridge in the room 😒"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
"Booked as a quick stop over when flying in for a cruise. Easy booking in online and staff very helpful. Great communication via WhatsApp. We left some non perishable items in the fridge by mistake and after emailing the hotel to keep them, as we were staying for 3 more days after the cruise, they ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
"Had a fantastic time at the Fairmont Olympic - the staff were lovely. The highlight was the hotel bar - fantastic drinks and service and a great atmosphere. It was the perfect place for our girls weekend away."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
"Beautiful property - newly renovated! Restaurant was lovely. Rooms exceptionally clean, and hotel was located near many restaurants, movie theater, shopping, and a monorail which takes you directly to the Space Needle. Can walk to Pike Market (approx 20 minutes)."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rainier Valley
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 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.
