Ames Lake Travel Guide
Seattle
Popular places to visit
Space Needle
A dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
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.
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.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Ames Lake
Mayflower Park Hotel
Spacious room with nice touches (robes for guest use)…great service and a super helpful staff!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
They stored my luggage before check-in and after check-out. Nice view of the ocean. They missed one of the room cleanings because of the transition to Marriott. Other than that, everything was good - breakfast, cleaning, staff.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Staff were awesome
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Loved it!!! Great location!!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Nice rooms and very clean. Quiet .
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Executive Hotel Pacific
No contact check-in, but there was some in the lobby to assist. Needed room key to operate elevator, which is a nice touch. Room was well appointed with multiple plugs and USB ports. Desk, chair, safe, microwave, fridge. Coffee maker but only decaffeinated available. Attached restaurant / bar with ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ames Lake
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
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.
Ames Lake Travel Guide
- Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
- Space Needle
- Seattle Waterfront
- Pike Place Market
- Seattle Center
- Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66
- Seattle Convention Center Arch Building
- Bellevue Square
- Alki Beach
- Microsoft Campus
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Paramount Theatre
- Alderwood Mall
- Seattle Children's Hospital
- Amazon Corporate Headquarters
- Snoqualmie Casino
- Seattle Aquarium
- The Boeing Company
- Northgate Station
- Pioneer Square
