What is Central Tacoma like?

Travellers to Tacoma's Central Tacoma neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Central Tacoma travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cheney Stadium and Tacoma Nature Center while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Tacoma?

Based on our traveller data, Tacoma Homestays is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Tacoma. This aparthotel offers free WiFi and laundry facilities.

How many hotels are there in the Central Tacoma area?

Expedia has 72 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Tacoma to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Tacoma area.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Central Tacoma.

What are the top things to see and do in Central Tacoma?

Cheney Stadium, Tacoma Nature Center and Feast Arts Center are just a few attractions to check out in Central Tacoma. Puget Sound Tennis Center and Wright Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Tacoma.

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar stools, pendant lighting, and a geometric wall design.

1. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma

susan

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a staircase, and a potted plant.

2. Tacoma Homestays

Central Tacoma

Stephanie Michelle

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

3. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 3 km from Central Tacoma

Linda

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

4. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 3.1 km from Central Tacoma

Kirstin

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

5. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 3 km from Central Tacoma

Carrie

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

6. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 3 km from Central Tacoma

wesley

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

7. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 3.2 km from Central Tacoma

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

New Tacoma, 5 km from Central Tacoma

Silviu

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

9. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 7 km from Central Tacoma

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 7 km from Central Tacoma

Chris

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

South End, 7.4 km from Central Tacoma

Glenn

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

12. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 5.5 km from Central Tacoma

Rachelle

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

13. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 7.3 km from Central Tacoma

Cary

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

14. Best Western Lakewood

8.8 km from Central Tacoma

James

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

15. The INN at Gig Harbor

10.7 km from Central Tacoma

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

16. Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

9.4 km from Central Tacoma

Marvin

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

17. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

9 km from Central Tacoma

Sara

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Comfort Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, flag, and parking lot.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Pacific - Auburn

17 km from Central Tacoma

Saba

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

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

15.2 km from Central Tacoma

Deantre

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.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

15.8 km from Central Tacoma

Megan

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Where to stay in Central Tacoma

Find the best Central Tacoma areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 tree with pink blossoms in front of a body of water and a distant shoreline.

Ruston

Travellers like the museums in Ruston, and Point Defiance Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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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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Top Central Tacoma Hotel Reviews

SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very helpful and amazing !"

Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC

8/10 Good

"The staff was busy talking to someone else as they were checking me in. They gave me no information whatsoever. Had to ask many questions afterwards and interrupt them talking to their friend. It was rather unprofessional. I will say for a hotel that looks like it needs a complete makeover, It was very clean."

Hotel Murano

8/10 Good

"Staff were nice and room’s were clean overall but some of the amenities weren’t working like ice machine on our floor, our TV, and Wi-Fi was spotty too. For waters or bottled drinks, there aren’t any vending machines on the room floors so you have to ask for them at the front desk. It’s located in a convenient spot in downtown Tacoma with the T-line station and bus stations being very walkable."

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1. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

2. Tacoma Homestays

3. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

4. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

5. Hotel Murano

6. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

7. McMenamins Elk Temple

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

9. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

12. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

13. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

14. Best Western Lakewood

15. The INN at Gig Harbor

16. Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

17. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Pacific - Auburn

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

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way

Where to stay in Central Tacoma

Downtown Tacoma

North End

Ruston

South Tacoma

New Tacoma

Top Central Tacoma Hotel Reviews

SureStay Hotel by Best Western SeaTac Airport North

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