Portage Bay
Seattle
Visit Portage Bay
Popular places to visit
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 dramatic sculpture first erected for the 1962 World’s Fair, now an iconic fixture of the modern day Seattle skyline.
Pike Place Market
America’s oldest farmers’ market and a food lover’s paradise offering a cornucopia of stalls and shops right here in Seattle.
Seattle Center
A product of the 1962 World Fair, this cultural precinct is where sports, theater, film and fine dining come together in Seattle.
T-Mobile Park
Catch an event at T-Mobile Park during your trip to Seattle. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Lumen Field
Catch an event at Lumen Field during your trip to Seattle. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Beneath The Streets Underground History Tour
Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 24hr pass
Seattle: Guided Underground Walking Tour
Seattle Kraken Ice Hockey Game at Climate Pledge Arena
Space Needle Park Tour – Self-Guided Walk
Top hotels in Portage Bay
Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Amazing room, the shower is an oasis, and the aesthetic of the hotel oozes class.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Paramount Hotel
Love the Paramount! Always curteous helpful staff and spotless comfortable room. Great location too. I live 2 hours north of Seattle and stay here when in town- the best!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Seattle
Excellent
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Mayflower Park Hotel
Nice room. Convenient location. Good restaurant.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
citizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
Nice bed. Are firmer pillows an option? Can captions be turned on the tv? It seems like check in could be smoother if the attendant just checked us in themselves instead of having to explain to new guests how self check in works. If you’re going to make me use liquid soap in the shower you should ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
A very nice and comfortable hotel, with very friendly staff. The location is walking distance to many tourist attractions.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Portage Bay
University District
Spend some time visiting places like Neptune Theater while getting to know University District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at U District Station or University of Washington Station to see more of the area.
Wallingford
You'll enjoy the lake views and sporting events in Wallingford. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Union or Wallingford Center.
Fremont
Fremont is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fremont Troll and Lake Union.
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.
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 Amazon Corporate Headquarters and El Corazón, and jump on the metro at Lake Union Park Station or Terry Av- Mercer St Station to see more of the city.
Queen Anne
Queen Anne is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Space Needle and Seattle Center, and you can get around town on the metro at Seattle Center Monorail Station.
