🏨 Where to Stay in Seattle
Choose your neighborhood based on priorities: proximity to stadium, halal food access, mosques, or tourist attractions. We've ranked areas by convenience for Egyptian visitors.
⭐ Top Recommended Areas
1. Downtown Seattle (Best Overall)
Pros: Best public transit, close to Pike Place Market, many hotels, halal food options
Cons: More expensive, can be crowded, limited parking
To Stadium: 15 minutes by light rail or 25 minute walk
First-time visitors who want convenience and don't mind paying more for central location
2. Pioneer Square / Stadium District
Pros: 5-10 minute walk to stadium, historic area, good transit
Cons: Can be quiet at night, fewer halal restaurants
To Stadium: 5-10 minute walk
Fans who prioritize being close to the stadium and want to walk on match days
3. Capitol Hill
Pros: Lively area, diverse food, younger crowd, entertainment
Cons: Nightlife can be loud, limited parking, hillside location
To Stadium: 20 minutes by light rail
📍 Other Neighborhoods
South Lake Union
Pros: Clean, safe, modern amenities
Cons: Business district feel, fewer cultural attractions
To Stadium: 25 minutes by transit
University District
Pros: Affordable, diverse food, student atmosphere
Cons: Further from stadium, student party area
To Stadium: 35-40 minutes by light rail
SeaTac Airport Area
Pros: Airport shuttles, cheaper rates, halal food nearby
Cons: 30+ minutes to city, no neighborhood feel
To Stadium: 35-40 minutes by light rail
Bellevue (Eastside)
Pros: Family-friendly, parking available, quieter
Cons: Need car or long bus ride, far from stadium
To Stadium: 45+ minutes by bus
🏨 Accommodation Types
Hotels
- Major chains: Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, Holiday Inn
- Downtown hotels: $200-400/night during events
- Airport hotels: $100-200/night
- Book early - prices surge during matches
- Ask for rooms away from street noise
Airbnb / VRBO
- Full apartments available for families
- Kitchen access for preparing halal meals
- Read reviews carefully
- Check transit access before booking
- Prices vary widely by neighborhood
Hostels
- Budget option: $30-60/night
- Green Tortoise Hostel (Pike Place Market)
- HI Seattle Hostel (Chinatown)
- Good for solo travelers or youth groups
💡 Booking Tips
- Book Early: Seattle hotels fill up during major events
- Check Cancellation Policy: Look for free cancellation options
- Parking Costs: Downtown hotels charge $30-50/night for parking
- Resort Fees: Some hotels add $15-30/night in fees
- Transit Access: Prioritize hotels near light rail stations
- Group Bookings: Contact hotels directly for group rates
- Match Day Premium: Expect 2-3x normal prices on match days
👨👩👧👦 For Families
Best family-friendly areas with space and amenities:
Family Recommendations
- South Lake Union: Modern, safe, spacious rooms
- Bellevue: Suburban feel, parking, family restaurants
- Downtown (Waterfront): Attractions for kids, aquarium nearby
- Look for suite hotels with kitchenettes
- Many hotels offer free breakfast
- Ask for adjoining rooms when booking
⚠️ Important Reminders
- Seattle is generally safe but stay aware
- Avoid walking alone late at night in Pioneer Square
- Keep valuables in hotel safe
- 3rd Avenue downtown can be rough - use caution
- Trust your instincts about areas
- Check-in usually 3 PM, check-out 11 AM
- Bring power adapters (US uses 110V)
- Tipping: $2-5 per bag for bellhops
- Room service: 18-20% tip expected
- Most hotels have free WiFi
📏 Distance to Lumen Field
Walking Times to Stadium
- Pioneer Square: 5-10 minutes
- Downtown (Pine St): 20-25 minutes
- Chinatown-International: 10-15 minutes
- Capitol Hill: 30-40 minutes
- South Lake Union: 35-45 minutes
💡 Tip: Even if walking distance seems short, consider taking light rail on match days to avoid crowds and save energy!