West Seattle Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Alki Beach
A long stretch of golden sand to the west of Seattle. Head to this beautiful spot to escape the crowds of the city and enjoy good food, sunshine and a fun day out.
Alki Beach Park
Alki Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Alki Point Lighthouse
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Alki Point Lighthouse in Seattle. Stroll along the seaside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Seacrest Park
Seacrest Park is just one of the places to see in Seattle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries 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.
Top hotels in West Seattle
Mediterranean Inn
Well maintained and beautiful property. Every staff member that i encountered was helpful and pleasant.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Belltown Inn
Great location for the event I was attending. Staff was so fun (it was Seahawks parade weekend). Excellent.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Great staff, easy check in and check out, great shuttle service
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Executive Hotel Pacific
Totally adequate and well located hotel. 4th Ave is noisy with sirens and the hotel could do with double glazing but otherwise fine. I would certainly go back.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Well kept, but bathroom doesn’t have a vent
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
The property is unique from a design, architectural perspective…. That’s the good! We arrived and had to wait 40 mins for check in, got to our room and couldn’t turn the shower on unless you get inside the shower, power for usb cables didn’t work, some lights wouldn’t turn on, no instructions for ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Seattle
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.
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.
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.
Belltown
Belltown is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Moore Theatre.
Downtown Seattle
Known for its fascinating museums, great live music and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Seattle. Top attractions like Space Needle and Pike Place Market are major draws. Catch the metro at Westlake Station or University Street Station to see more of the city.
