What's it like in Ruston?

Ruston is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its museums. Consider a visit to Point Defiance Park as part of your Ruston travel plans.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Ruston area?

Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Ruston and start exploring everything Tacoma has to offer.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Ruston.

What is there to do in this Tacoma neighbourhood?

Point Defiance Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Ruston. While you're out sightseeing in Tacoma, make sure that you visit other sights such as Cinemark Century Point Ruston or Fort Nisqually Living History Museum.

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

1. The INN at Gig Harbor

5.7 km from Ruston

greg

RM571 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a view of a house and trees.

2. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

6.3 km from Ruston

Matthew

RM783 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

New Tacoma, 9.8 km from Ruston

Silviu

RM487 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

4. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 10.3 km from Ruston

Rachelle

RM802 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

5. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 7.7 km from Ruston

wesley

RM650 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

6. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 7.5 km from Ruston

Carrie

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

7. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 7.7 km from Ruston

Kirstin

RM672 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

8. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 8.2 km from Ruston

Linda

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

9. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 6.8 km from Ruston

Jessica

RM541 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious indoor area with large windows, multiple tables and chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

20.7 km from Ruston

GANG

RM500 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

11. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 13.4 km from Ruston

Elizabeth

RM427 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

12. Best Western Lakewood

14.3 km from Ruston

James

RM473 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

13. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 13.7 km from Ruston

Cary

RM493 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

15.2 km from Ruston

Deantre

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and well-maintained landscaping.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

15.9 km from Ruston

Megan

RM482 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

16. Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

13.2 km from Ruston

Marvin

RM485 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola.

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

21.8 km from Ruston

Aida

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

21.2 km from Ruston

Marcia

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

19. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

13.1 km from Ruston

Sara

RM278 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

South End, 13.8 km from Ruston

Glenn

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Where to stay in Ruston

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A modern building with reflective glass windows and a plaza with colorful glass sculptures.

Downtown Tacoma

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Tacoma. Top attractions like Pantages Theater and Museum of Glass are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Convention Center Station or Commerce Street Station to see more of the city.

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A waterfront with a pier, a house, and a red boat.

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Tacoma Chinese Garden and Reconciliation Park and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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A snow-capped mountain with a full moon in the sky and a cityscape in the foreground.

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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A snow-capped mountain, a town with houses, and a forested area.

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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A coastal city with a prominent snow-capped mountain in the background.

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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Top Ruston Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"The cleanest and the perfect continental breakfast was one of the best things of this place, also the closest to the airport and transportation every 30 minutes, 100% recommended"

Skybridge Seattle Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was newly renovated and was very nice. I would stay there again. Very convenient to get to the airport. Had. Morning flight, dropped off my rental at the airport the night before, easy to get back to the hotel from airport walking. Bus shuttle in morning every 30 mins. Had light dinner which was good, breakfast buffet in the morning which I did not do, but looked good. Would definitely stay there again if I do come to town."

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1. The INN at Gig Harbor

2. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

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

4. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

5. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

6. Hotel Murano

7. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

8. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

9. McMenamins Elk Temple

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

11. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

12. Best Western Lakewood

13. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

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

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

16. Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

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

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

19. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

Where to stay in Ruston

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

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