What is South Tacoma like?

Travellers to the South Tacoma neighbourhood in Tacoma will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for South Tacoma travel tips? Make sure that you visit Tacoma Mall and Cheney Stadium while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in South Tacoma?

Based on our traveller data, Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma is one of the top choices for your stay in South Tacoma. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Tacoma Dome, and it offers free breakfast and a fitness centre.

How many hotels will I find in the South Tacoma area?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodation options in South 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 South Tacoma, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals in South Tacoma.

What can I see and do in this Tacoma neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in South Tacoma, consider Tacoma Mall or Freighthouse Square, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Cheney Stadium and LeMay Car Museum are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Tacoma include Regal Lakewood, Tacoma Nature Center and Stina's Cellars. When you're sightseeing in Tacoma, Great American Casino and Narrows Plaza Bowl are also worth a stop.

How can I get around South Tacoma and the greater Tacoma area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? South 25th Street Station is the closest metro station. If you want to venture out of town, South Tacoma Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Tacoma Dome Station.

Top 10 South Tacoma Hotels of 2026

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1. Extended Stay America Suites Tacoma South

South Tacoma

Cecilia

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

2. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

South Tacoma

Falina

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

3. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 3.3 km from South Tacoma

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

South End, 3.3 km from South Tacoma

Chris

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

5. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End, 3.5 km from South Tacoma

Cary

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

South End, 3.7 km from South Tacoma

Glenn

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

New Tacoma, 6.3 km from South Tacoma

Silviu

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

8. Best Western Lakewood

5.1 km from South Tacoma

James

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

9. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 5 km from South 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.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 5.6 km from South Tacoma

Kirstin

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

11. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 5.7 km from South Tacoma

Carrie

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

12. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 5.5 km from South Tacoma

wesley

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

13. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 6.3 km from South Tacoma

Aaron

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A lobby with four armchairs, a central ottoman, and framed artwork on the walls.

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

7.8 km from South Tacoma

Wambui

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

13.5 km from South Tacoma

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a polished floor.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

6.8 km from South Tacoma

Evelyn

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

10 km from South Tacoma

Sara

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

18. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 6.6 km from South Tacoma

Rachelle

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

19. Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

10.5 km from South Tacoma

Marvin

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A conference room with a long table, yellow chairs, and a large screen at the front.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

14.8 km from South Tacoma

Ron

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Where to stay in South Tacoma

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

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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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Ruston

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

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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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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 South Tacoma Hotel Reviews

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. Extended Stay America Suites Tacoma South

2. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

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4. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

5. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

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

8. Best Western Lakewood

9. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

10. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

11. Hotel Murano

12. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

13. McMenamins Elk Temple

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

15. The INN at Gig Harbor

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

17. Motel 6 Tacoma, WA - Fife

18. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

19. Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

Where to stay in South Tacoma

Downtown Tacoma

North End

Ruston

New Tacoma

West End

Top South Tacoma Hotel Reviews

Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC

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