| there's also a rooftop terrace with views of the city. casual, brightly decorated rooms all feature free wi-fi and en suite bathrooms, as well as wet bars and microwaves. a coin-operated laundry is available. other amenities include a shared contemporary kitchen and dining area. on a leafy street in the capitol hill neighborhood known for its bars and restaurants, this low-key hostel is 16 miles from seattle-tacoma international airport and 2 miles from the landmark space needle tower. breakfast is complimentary. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 21 min
Pike Place Market Foundation (12 min)
Landmark daily market with covered stalls & shops where food producers sell their wares. The Seattle Great Wheel (12 min)
Giant Ferris wheel offering climate-controlled gondolas & a bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks. Lake Union (7 min)
Picturesque freshwater lake providing a popular boating spot & an annual wooden boat festival. The Gum Wall (12 min)
Iconic brick wall covered with chewed-up gum in an alley under Pike Place Market. Kerry Park (15 min)
Panoramic views of Downtown & the Space Needle draw visitors to this small neighborhood park. Woodland Park Zoo (13 min)
92-acre zoo with nearly 300 species, a vintage carousel, summer concerts & an indoor play space. Olympic Sculpture Park (12 min)
An offshoot of the Seattle Art Museum, this park features numerous sculptures spread over 9 acres. Museum of Pop Culture (10 min)
Inspired by Jimi Hendrix, the museum includes items from icons ranging from Bo Diddley to Bob Dylan. Space Needle (10 min)
Iconic, 605-ft.-tall spire at the Seattle Center, with an observation deck & a rotating restaurant. Seattle Art Museum (9 min)
This roomy space hosts special exhibits & a permanent collection of both current & classic artworks. Chihuly Garden and Glass (11 min)
Art museum & sculpture garden showcasing Dale Chihuly's large, colorful glass works. Seattle Center (9 min)
Huge community events complex with museums, theaters, gardens, sports stadium, restaurants & shops. Pacific Science Center (10 min)
Rotating science exhibits plus laser light shows, a tropical butterfly house & IMAX movie theaters. Gas Works Park (12 min)
Former site of an oil plant is now a 20-acre park with picnic facilities & dramatic city views. Seattle Aquarium (12 min)
Aquarium shop with books, stuffed animals & toys for visitors to underwater exhibits. | 
