Belltown Travel Guide

Seattle

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Belltown
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Belltown featuring signage, heritage architecture and street scenes
Belltown

Seattle’s ultra-modern side is evident in this neighborhood, where an active arts and partying scene thrives amid its shining skyscrapers.

Belltown is a bustling, frenetic district with plenty going on. During the day, its streets throng with workers heading to the offices that line its avenues. At night, the roads are equally busy with crowds on their way to its jazz bars, trendy pubs and party venues. Stroll around its streets, sip a cold brew in a cool café and explore its many art galleries.

The area where Belltown is today used to be too steep for development, so city planners changed its elevation. The neighborhood began to flourish in the 1970s when skyscrapers went up and young professionals moved in.

Enjoy the artistic side of Seattle, starting in the Olympic Sculpture Park. This stunning open-air gallery is set on the scenic quayside and is free to enter throughout the year. Get creative at the Seattle Glassblowing Studio, which runs interactive workshops for all ages.

Head down tree-lined 1st Avenue, the commercial hub of Belltown, to find a diverse array of shops and bars. Embark on a culinary tour of the world, trying dishes from Japan, Italy and Mexico, as well as other global dining options.

Roam the neighborhood and pass educational establishments like Antioch University and the City University of Seattle. The district also houses gleaming high-rises that host big businesses such as Amazon.

At night, choose between a variety of bars and music venues. Begin with a drink at a Prohibition-style speakeasy then move on to a traditional bar. Watch a film at the vintage Cinerama, recognizable by the bright murals on its façade.

Belltown is one of Seattle’s most central neighborhoods. Buses travel through it regularly and streetcars move up Westlake Avenue. Stay here and you’ll be perfectly placed to reach Seattle’s headline attractions such as the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, which are found directly outside its limits.

Belltown is small enough that exploring all of its major sights on foot is remarkably easy. Wander around and discover the neighborhood’s many charms at your own pace.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Belltown

The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹17,163 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹17,163
₹21,403 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,848 reviews)
Great staff! Good location abd nice room
"Very nice stay. Room was a little small but fine for our purpose. Staff was exceptional!:Friendly, helpful and accommodating. Excellent location. Close to all the tourist areas and cruiseport. They arranged a limo for us to get to the port for $10pp which was very reasonable. Would stay here ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

The Belltown Inn
Warwick Seattle

Warwick Seattle

3.5 out of 5
401 Lenora St, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹14,574 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹14,574
₹20,187 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (982 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Warwick Seattle
Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹19,321 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹19,321
₹22,799 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,278 reviews)
"nicely kept old hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Mayflower Park Hotel
Staypineapple, Hotel FIVE, Downtown Seattle

Staypineapple, Hotel FIVE, Downtown Seattle

3.5 out of 5
2200 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹16,771 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹16,771
₹22,277 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Seattle. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,364 reviews)
"Location was perfect for accessing fun things to do on foot and we really appreciated the cleanliness of the room. The staff was fun and helpful. The parking at $42 a night was not disclosed until arrival which was regretfully aggravating. Our only complaint."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Staypineapple, Hotel FIVE, Downtown Seattle
Seattle Marriott Waterfront

Seattle Marriott Waterfront

4 out of 5
2100 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹25,158 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹25,158
₹32,236 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy 24-hour room service, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and the staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Seattle Marriott Waterfront
Ändra Hotel Seattle - MGallery Collection

Ändra Hotel Seattle - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
2000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA
The price is ₹24,124 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹24,124
₹28,467 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,203 reviews)
"Great boutique hotel with a fabulous restaurant attached, Lola. Room had a seating area, vanity with stool, walk-in closet, and great toiletries. Staff was friendly and provided great service."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Ändra Hotel Seattle - MGallery Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Belltown

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Denny Triangle

If you're spending time in Denny Triangle, check out sights like The Spheres or Pike Pine Retail Core and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westlake 7th St Station or Westlake Denny Wy Station.

Denny Triangle
Downtown Seattle showing street scenes and central business district

Downtown Seattle

4/5(177 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Pike Place Market and Space Needle are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Seattle
Kerry Park featuring landscape views, mountains and a city

Lower Queen Anne

While you're in Lower Queen Anne, take in top sights like Space Needle and jump on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station to see more of the city.

Lower Queen Anne
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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 Saint James Cathedral and Neumos, and jump on the metro at Broadway & Marion Stop to get around the city.

First Hill
South Lake Union featuring a coastal town, a bay or harbour and boating

South Lake Union

4/5(13 area reviews)

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.

South Lake Union
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


Belltown Travel Guide