What's it like in Downtown Tacoma?

Downtown Tacoma is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its popular art scene and top museums. Make sure that you visit Pantages Theater and Museum of Glass as part of your Downtown Tacoma travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown Tacoma?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Murano is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Tacoma. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Marriott Tacoma Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Tacoma?

If you're searching for places to stay in Tacoma, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 81 Downtown Tacoma hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Tacoma, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Tacoma.

What can I see and do in this Tacoma neighbourhood?

Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum and Washington State History Museum feature a variety of exhibits to peruse while you're in Downtown Tacoma. Pantages Theater and Court House Square are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Tacoma include Tacoma Union Station Rotunda, Children's Museum of Tacoma and Broadway Center for the Performing Arts. When you're sightseeing in Tacoma, Bridge of Glass and Foss Waterway Seaport are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Tacoma and the greater Tacoma area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Convention Center Station, Commerce Street Station or Theater District Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Union Station.

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Our top choices for Downtown Tacoma hotels

A modern hotel entrance with a neon sign, a covered walkway, and a parking area.

1. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma

Christopher

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a television, and a kitchenette.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma

TAYLOR

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and chairs.

3. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma

Tanner

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A historic building with the name "McMenamins Elks Temple" on the facade.

4. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma

Teresa

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, located near a busy intersection with visible traffic.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma

Kirstin

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a well-lit entrance.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

New Tacoma, 2.5 km from Downtown Tacoma

Kristina

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a view of the parking area.

7. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 7.6 km from Downtown Tacoma

Uris

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious restaurant with a long counter and multiple seating areas.

8. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 7.9 km from Downtown Tacoma

Cary

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a refrigerator with beverages, and a coffee station.

9. Best Western Lakewood

10.6 km from Downtown Tacoma

Karon

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 7.7 km from Downtown Tacoma

Akele

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, escalators, and a patterned carpet.

11. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 3 km from Downtown Tacoma

Gregory

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rectangular indoor pool with a 4'12" depth marker, surrounded by stone tiles and large windows.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

South End, 8 km from Downtown Tacoma

Ye

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

13. The INN at Gig Harbor

12.5 km from Downtown Tacoma

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A courtyard with a paved walkway, benches, and potted plants.

14. Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

6.7 km from Downtown Tacoma

Staci

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A reception area with a counter, a TV, a poster, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

15. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

6.3 km from Downtown Tacoma

Sara

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, string lights, and seating arrangements.

16. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

14.6 km from Downtown Tacoma

Mary

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern breakfast area with a self-serve station, refrigerated display, and a view through the window.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

12.6 km from Downtown Tacoma

Christian

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lobby with four armchairs, a central ottoman, and framed artwork on the walls.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

13.2 km from Downtown Tacoma

Julie

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including a staircase and seating area.

19. Best Western Seattle Airport Hotel

21.4 km from Downtown Tacoma

Charleena

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A deli counter with a glass display case filled with various food items, a menu board, and a decorative plant.

20. Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center

24.3 km from Downtown Tacoma

carole

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Tacoma

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 444 reviews	View
McMenamins Elk Temple	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 415 reviews	View
Hotel Murano	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 3,285 reviews	View
Marriott Tacoma Downtown	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 989 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Tacoma

Find the best Downtown Tacoma areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Job Carr Cabin Museum and Puget Sound Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.

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South Tacoma

While you're in South Tacoma, take in top sights like Tacoma Mall and jump on the metro at South 25th Street Station to see more of the city.

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Ruston

Travellers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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West End

If you're spending some time in West End, Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Cinemark Century Point Ruston are top sights worth seeing.

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New Tacoma

If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Museum of Glass and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.

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Top Downtown Tacoma Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice and clean. The staff were very friendly and nice. I like that they had airport shuttle and the drivers were friendly and helpful."