Westlake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
Explore the waterfront in Seattle with a trip to Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops 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.
Space Needle
A towering icon rising high in the Seattle cityscape, this tall modern spire was built back in 1962 as the centrepiece for the World’s Fair.
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
A foodie’s paradise and the oldest farmers’ market in America, just a short walk up the steps from Seattle’s waterfront.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Combination Ticket
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle
Pike Place Market Tasting Tour
Our pick of the best Westlake Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Downtown Lake Union
Great room, staff, convenient store downstairs. Awesome stay!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
Excellent stay! The Queen suite was wonderful and Savannah at the front desk and the valet folks great! Perfect location and the city. Will return for sure!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
everything was great except the parking situations. they have a very big parking lot but at the same time the hotel also busy, so once you can't get a parking that close to your room building you have to parked at the reserved parking (which the receptionist will give you ticket so it can be free) ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Mediterranean Inn
Friendly staff at check-in, nice room, great area with lots of dinning options within walking distance. Best part, 5min walk from Climate Pledge Arena!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
Staff
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Belltown Inn
Staff was great. The concierge Warren gave me food recommendations to explore nearby.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westlake
East Queen Anne
While visiting East Queen Anne, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Union and Queen Anne Counterbalance.
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.
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.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Space Needle and Climate Pledge Arena, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
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.
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.
