All of the hotels listed below are centrally located in downtown Tacoma, within close proximity to various shops, bars, and eateries. They are also near the Tacoma Convention Center, Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, and Children’s Museum of Tacoma, allowing visitors easy access on foot. While the Tacoma Dome, America’s Car Museum, and the Tacoma waterfront are nearby, most guests may require a taxi or the light rail to reach them. Sea-Tac International Airport is 25 miles away, about a 30-minute car ride in light traffic, from downtown Tacoma. It is worth considering staying in Seattle and driving down for a day trip or evening concert
The 4 Best Hotels in Tacoma, Washington
1. Hotel Murano
Hotel Phone: 253-238-8000
Excellent, museum-like hotel near the convention center. Design and décor is bright and modern, with original hand-blown glass art creations featured throughout the hotel. Comfortable guest rooms and suites offer cool extras like pet amenities and wellness kits, and each has an honor bar stocked with local drinks and snacks. A beautiful lobby bar and lounge and fitness center are both available on site. King Suites sleep families of 4 to 6.
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2. McMenamins Elks Temple
Hotel Phone: 253-300-8754
Unique, historic boutique hotel (ideal for couples) with multiple dining and drinking options and regular live entertainment events. Situated within a 1916 Beaux Arts building built and utilized by the Fraternal Order of the Elks, this hotel is packed with original murals and art that celebrate regional history. Each of the 45 guest rooms here is individually and vibrantly decorated, featuring a king-sized bed, private bathroom, and historic fixtures; some have balconies. The amazing decor, classic pub-style restaurant, three distinct on-site bars, and craft brewery tasting room all add up to an unforgettable building and stay.
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3. Courtyard Tacoma Downtown
Hotel Phone: 253-591-9100
This hotel near the convention center provided an excellent indoor lodging option. Guest rooms offered relatively spacious and contemporary accommodations, and included mini-refrigerators and microwaves; higher floor rooms and suites from some areas had scenic mountain perspectives. A lobby eatery served breakfast, dinner, drinks and coffee, and the on-site fitness amenities incorporated an indoor pool and hot tub. One-bedroom suites perfectly accommodated families of 4 or 5 people.
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4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Hotel Phone: 253-294-9200
Immediately connected to the Tacoma Convention Center (you don’t need to go outside). Outdoor heated pool and hot tub. Easy walk to the Museum of Glass. Tacoma Dome and LeMay Car Museum are a 20-minute walk.
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