Portage Bay Travel Guide
Seattle
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Portage Bay
Mediterranean Inn
Room was good, location is good, walking distance everywhere. The only problem is parking lot, even hotels charge you to park, I had to pay $ 40 for one night.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
Staff dressed professionally. All were polite and helpful
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Amazing stay
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Room was very congested
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
One of the elevators well it was an operative and it took very long time for the other one to arrive
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Loved the location and atmosphere! Great staff and amenities!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portage Bay
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture 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.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and festivals in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
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.
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.
