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

A cozy bar area with wooden beams, a counter, and seating.

A breakfast setting with a variety of dishes including eggs, toast, and a drink.

A white building with the name "McMenamins" on the facade, featuring a grand staircase and ornate windows.

1. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 1.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Teresa

S$169

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign indicating the direction to the casino parking.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, escalators, and a modern chandelier.

A modern cafe with a central display case, wooden accents, and a unique ceiling design.

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 2.8 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Keisha Howe

S$251

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee maker, a microwave, a nightstand, and framed pictures on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple balconies, and a visible entrance with a covered area.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a lamp.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.5 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Kehinde

S$171

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A spacious lounge area with a large gray sofa, ottomans, and a round coffee table. A bar area with stools is visible in the background.

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a staircase connecting floors.

A modern lounge area with a bar, sofas, and a large window overlooking a cityscape.

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

wesley

S$204

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a large ottoman. There are multiple seating areas and a reception desk in the background.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Kirstin

S$210

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern spa interior with a dark tiled wall, a reception desk, and a visible spa area with a chair and a mirror.

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, blue armchairs, and a chandelier.

A modern bar area with leather chairs, a round table, and a bar stocked with various bottles.

6. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 0.5 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Darrell

S$174

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Three self-service beverage vending machines with various drink options and snacks.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 1.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

John

S$149

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and a central column.

A hotel reception area with a long counter, various coffee machines, and decorative vases.

A hotel pantry with refrigerated and non-refrigerated food items, including beverages and snacks.

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

New Tacoma, 2.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Kristina

S$162

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A backyard with a wooden fence, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a door with a coat rack and a plant on the wall.

9. Tacoma Homestays

Central Tacoma, 2.7 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Stephanie Michelle

S$69

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier with seating, and a backdrop of houses and trees.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a stone wall and greenery outside.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a view of a lake and dock.

10. Waterfront Inn

15.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Christine

S$254

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table and blue chairs, large windows, and a clock on the wall.

A vending machine area with drinks and snacks.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

12.9 km from University of Washington Tacoma

James

S$167

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a large screen, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a modern chandelier, and a reception area.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and illuminated signage.

12. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 7.2 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Elizabeth

S$167

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A Holiday Inn Express building with a parking lot and several cars.

A modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, labeled sections for hot food, cereal, and fruit, and a digital menu display.

A clean, modern interior with a vending machine, a refrigerated display, and a wall-mounted sign indicating a market area.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

16.8 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Quay

S$151

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, string lights, and seating arrangements.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a view of a mountain and water.

A modern dining area with round tables and grey upholstered chairs, large windows, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a 'SUITE SHOP' sign, and various amenities like snacks and beverages.

14. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

14.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Korina

S$188

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A treats section with shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and packaged goods.

A square hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by beige tiles and a tiled wall with a blue and brown pattern.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

13.6 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Arianna

S$173

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a stationary bike.

A patio with outdoor seating and a view of a garden.

16. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

13.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Volha

S$209

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area with chairs, a staircase, and a hallway leading to other rooms.

A clean, modern kitchenette with a water dispenser, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a coffee machine.

A pool area with a bench, a window with blinds, and tiled walls.

A hotel room with a wooden bedside table, a lamp, a patterned headboard, and a large bed with a white comforter.

17. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

17.8 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Travis

S$151

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern patio area with a glass table, blue chairs, a white vase with flowers, and a view of a green garden through a glass door.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and a central island. There is a dining area with a blue sofa and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with white appliances, a dining area with blue chairs and a central island, and a large window with a beach view.

A modern living room with a blue sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.

18. Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden

West End, 7.5 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Savanna

S$367

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A two-story house with a front porch and a garden with purple flowers.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a brown armchair, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble island, and pendant lighting.

19. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 3.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

susan

S$156

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

A pebbly beach with a small island in the distance.

20. The Maritime Inn

14.2 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Micah

S$282

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Washington Tacoma

Property	Property class	Guest rating
McMenamins Elk Temple	9.4 Exceptional 412 reviews	View
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 2,171 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 439 reviews	View
Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 987 reviews	View

Top University of Washington Tacoma Hotel Reviews

McMenamins Elk Temple

10/10 Excellent

"Love the unique qualities and atmosphere that make it stand out from all the other drab cookie cutter hotels!"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

8/10 Good

"The staff was great. Hotel was clean and very conveniently located for our stay. Breakfast was just okay. It won’t knock your socks off. Travelocity says daily housekeeping however it is not and needs to be requested. Would stay here again"

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location during our stay for a concert. During this visit, we utilized room service, which offered an array of meals we enjoyed a few nights. We would come back again."

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

8/10 Good

"Nice location in downtown Tacoma. Easy to walk to coffee shops or the university of Washington. There is parking but you pay extra for it. Overall, it is a very nice hotel."

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Night staff at front desk was really helpful and nice. Nice and clean hotel with very friendly staff."

Tacoma Homestays

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent experience would highly recommend to friends and family"

Other attractions near University of Washington Tacoma

An art gallery with red walls and wooden floors.

Tacoma Art Museum

9.2/10 (49 reviews)

Don’t miss one of Tacoma’s top cultural attractions, which is among the most prestigious museums in the Northwest region.

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A modern architectural structure with a curved, metallic surface and a pointed top, surrounded by a plaza with bollards and buildings in the background.

Museum of Glass

9.2/10 (2,167 reviews)

Watch some of the world’s best glassblowers demonstrate their skills and admire 20th- and 21st-century glass artworks at this extraordinary museum.

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Tacoma Union Station Rotunda

2.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of Tacoma when you take a trip to Tacoma Union Station Rotunda. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

8.2/10 (208 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center during your trip to Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Washington State History Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Washington State History Museum during your travels in Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its great live music.

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Bridge of Glass

You can learn about the history of Tacoma with a trip to Bridge of Glass. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.

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Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Walk around the campus at Tacoma Glassblowing Studio during your stay in Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Court House Square

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Court House Square is just one of the places to see in Tacoma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Washington Tacoma?

University of Washington Tacoma is located in a welcoming area of Tacoma known for its lively festivals and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 102 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Washington Tacoma?

Adjacent to University of Washington Tacoma, Hotel Murano is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Marriott Tacoma Downtown and Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of Washington Tacoma?

Expedia has 102 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Washington Tacoma.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Washington Tacoma, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to University of Washington Tacoma.

What can I see and do near University of Washington Tacoma?

Study the collections at Museum of Glass, LeMay Car Museum or Tacoma Art Museum. Pantages Theater, Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Tacoma Union Station Rotunda are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Wright Park, Tacoma Chinese Garden and Reconciliation Park and Tacoma Nature Center.

How can I get to University of Washington Tacoma?

With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near University of Washington Tacoma is easy. You can access metro transport at Convention Center Station, Commerce Street Station and Theater District Station. If you're hopping a train into the city, Union Station is the closest stop to Downtown Tacoma. You can learn about your options for water transport at the port.

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Our top choices for University of Washington Tacoma hotels

1. McMenamins Elk Temple

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

3. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

5. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

6. Hotel Murano

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

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

9. Tacoma Homestays

10. Waterfront Inn

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

12. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

14. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

16. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

17. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

18. Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden

19. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

20. The Maritime Inn

Compare popular hotels close to University of Washington Tacoma

Top University of Washington Tacoma Hotel Reviews

McMenamins Elk Temple

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Tacoma Homestays

Other attractions near University of Washington Tacoma

Tacoma Art Museum

Museum of Glass

Tacoma Union Station Rotunda

Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

Washington State History Museum

Bridge of Glass

Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Court House Square

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