Green Lake Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A lake surrounded by fields and trees.
A calm lake with a clear sky, a forested shoreline, and a distant town.
A calm lake with a wooden fence and trees on the left, a clear sky, and a distant city skyline.
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Stay near popular Green Lake attractions

Green Lake Park

8.4/10 (5 reviews)
Follow the scenic walking path around the glacial lake, play basketball or see a play in the Bathhouse theater in north-central Seattleā€™s beloved park.
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Activities

Sky View Observatory General Admission

Sky View Observatory Tickets

NZ$49
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sky View Observatory Tickets
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket

NZ$135
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria on the Victoria Clipper

From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

NZ$401
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC
Seattle C3Ā® by CityPASSĀ®- Save on admission to top attractions

Seattle C3Ā® by CityPASSĀ®

NZ$187
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Seattle C3Ā® by CityPASSĀ®
Whale & Wildlife Watching Tour from Seattle

Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront

NZ$275
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Only Whale Watching Tour Departing from Seattle Waterfront
Wild flowers with Mount Rainier in Washington

Mt. Rainier Full-Day Tour

NZ$342
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Mt. Rainier Full-Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Green Lake Hotel Deals

Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is NZ$475 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$475
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,747 reviews)
"Hotel is centrally located and the staff was pleasant and attentive. Hotel is lovely but as others have reported it could use a refresh. Air conditioning in my room was not sufficiently cool and there was a slight musty smell. Otherwise-lovely hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is NZ$409 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$409
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6,052 reviews)
"very tight rooms bathroom not very comfortable to move about close enough for some walking"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Mediterranean Inn
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 3rd Avenue Seattle WA
The price is NZ$336 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$336
18 Aug - 19 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,786 reviews)
"great location to waterfront, restaurants and market but very rough look outside property"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

The Belltown Inn
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
724 Pine St Seattle WA
The price is NZ$398 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$398
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
The Paramount Hotel
Hyatt Regency Seattle

Hyatt Regency Seattle

4 out of 5
808 Howell St Seattle WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$493 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$493
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is NZ$318 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$318
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,315 reviews)
"This was the first I had check own self through many steps only to be asked to $25 for an early check-in or wait until 2pm, it was 1:30, had wait in the VERY expensive bar and wait until 2pm. At 2:05pm I had to go back to the kiosk and check myself in "AGAIN" to get keys. To get to elevators you ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
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Our guide on where to stay in Green Lake

Find the best Green Lake areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Green Lake
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Downtown Seattle

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.

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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.

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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.

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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 Northwest Seaport and Amazon Corporate Headquarters, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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