Pioneer Square Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pioneer Square showing heritage architecture, city views and street scenes
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square showing street scenes, heritage architecture and city views
Pioneer Square
Pioneer Square
Love history? Head for Pioneer Square, the oldest neighbourhood in Seattle.

Pioneer Square was established in 1852, though we must say it’s held its age well. Brick buildings never really go out of style, and these days they house all sorts of galleries, shops and cafes. See important aspects of the city’s storied past by walking along the Trail to Treasure, then feel free to gape a bit at a waterfall in the middle of the city. Yes, a real waterfall—albeit manmade—takes centre stage at Waterfall Garden Park, and yes, you definitely want to get a picture with it.


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Activities


Our pick of the best Pioneer Square Hotel Deals

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square

4 out of 5
60 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$333 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$333
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,560 reviews)
"The hotel was an experience in itself and in a fantastic location, we will absolutely be staying again. Very friendly and very professional"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
The Arctic Club Seattle

The Arctic Club Seattle

3.5 out of 5
700 3rd Avenue, Seattle, WA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,682 reviews)
"Nice spot."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

The Arctic Club Seattle
Populus Seattle

Populus Seattle

4 out of 5
100 S King St, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$498 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$498
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
"This was hands down the nicest hotel we have ever stayed in. Everything was high class! Free lattes greeted warmly every time we came back and the room was loaded with high end coffee soaps shampoo body washes etc! So beautiful!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Populus Seattle
Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

3.5 out of 5
255 South King Street, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$447 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$447
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,513 reviews)
"Perfect hotel for accessibility to Seattle. We enjoyed the buffet breakfast and the complementary drinks and snacks every afternoon."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

3 out of 5
612 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$373 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$373
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Can't wait to come back"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown

2.5 out of 5
77 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The price is AU$292 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$292
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Friendly but smelly
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel and the room was overall clean. However, the bathroom had a strong urine smell that was even stronger after it was cleaned. It appears that they use a product that has a smell that resembles urine. The king size bed room was a bit tight."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Pioneer Square

Downtown Seattle featuring street scenes and central business district

Downtown Seattle

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Seattle
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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.

Denny Triangle
Belltown which includes street scenes

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.

Belltown
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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Seattle Buddhist Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.

Central District
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SoDo

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.

SoDo
Capitol Hill featuring heritage architecture as well as an individual male

Capitol Hill

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Lake View Cemetery - Bruce Lee's Grave 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.

Capitol Hill


Pioneer Square Travel Guide

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