What's it like in University District?

Travellers love the University District neighbourhood for its array of dining options and charming cafes. Make sure that you visit Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture and Neptune Theater as part of your University District travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in University District?

Based on our traveller data, Graduate by Hilton Seattle is one of the top choices for your stay in University District. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from University of Washington, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club.

How many hotels are there in University District?

Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodation options in University District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Seattle area.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in University District.

What is there to do in this Seattle neighbourhood?

Some landmarks in University District that you won't want to miss include University Temple United Methodist Church, Suzzallo Library and Drumheller Fountain. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture and Neptune Theater are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around University District include Marian Gould Gallagher Law Library, The Quad and Red Square. While you're out sightseeing, Henry Art Gallery and Washington Baha'i History Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Seattle.

How can I get around University District and the greater Seattle area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at U District Station and University of Washington Station.

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Our top choices for University District hotels

1. Staypineapple, University Inn, University District Seattle

University District

Sonia

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District

University District

Soudabeh

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

3. Graduate by Hilton Seattle

University District

Helena

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

4. College Inn Hotel

University District

Natali

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

5. Modern Studio Steps to UW

University District

Jay

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

6. Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle

University District

Kerry

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown

Lower Queen Anne, 4.8 km from University District

Cynthia

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

8. Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center Seattle

Lower Queen Anne, 5 km from University District

Lorena

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

9. Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Seattle Center

Lower Queen Anne, 4.8 km from University District

Elena

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Bothell, WA

15 km from University District

Terry

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

11. Redmond Inn

15.2 km from University District

Dana

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Everett by IHG

25.4 km from University District

Jorge

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

13. Quality Inn & Suites Everett

25.4 km from University District

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

14. Archer Hotel Seattle/Redmond

14 km from University District

Jacquelyn

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

15. McMenamins Anderson School

13.6 km from University District

Lynn

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

16. Hilton Garden Inn Seattle Lynnwood, WA

17.8 km from University District

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-North/Lynnwood

18.4 km from University District

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

18. Hyatt House Seattle/Bellevue

14.5 km from University District

Jeneya

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

19. Residence Inn Seattle Bellevue/Downtown

11 km from University District

Alan

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

20. Eastgate Hotel, BW Signature Collection

15.1 km from University District

Stacia

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels in University District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Staypineapple, Watertown Hotel, University District Seattle	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,228 reviews	View
College Inn Hotel	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 866 reviews	View
Graduate by Hilton Seattle	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,034 reviews	View
Modern Studio Steps to UW	3.0 star property	7.2 Good 29 reviews	View

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