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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.2 mi from Washington State History Museum

Linda

£101

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 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 modern casino hotel lobby with a curved seating area, large windows, and a chandelier.

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

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 1.5 mi from Washington State History Museum

Rachelle

£148

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a selection of bottles, and a menu board.

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

3. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.3 mi from Washington State History Museum

Kirstin

£117

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

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

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

A rooftop pool with a glass enclosure, outdoor seating, and a city view.

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.3 mi from Washington State History Museum

wesley

£120

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A modern lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a bar with a visible fireplace.

5. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 0.5 mi from Washington State History Museum

Carrie

£100

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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.

6. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 0.6 mi from Washington State History Museum

Falina

£88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

New Tacoma, 1.2 mi from Washington State History Museum

Silviu

£96

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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 kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled floor.

8. Tacoma Homestays

Central Tacoma, 1.9 mi from Washington State History Museum

Stephanie Michelle

£41

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A living room with two armchairs, a television, and a fireplace with a visible fire.

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

9. Waterfront Inn

9.7 mi from Washington State History Museum

Christine

£154

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

An outdoor patio area with a large umbrella, wooden deck, string lights, and a Christmas tree.

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

10. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 2.3 mi from Washington State History Museum

susan

£96

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, red and black chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A vending machine area with drinks and snacks.

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

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

8 mi from Washington State History Museum

Wambui

£109

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A modern suite shop with neatly organized shelves of snacks, beverages, and toiletries.

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

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

8.7 mi from Washington State History Museum

Julia

£113

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

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

10.3 mi from Washington State History Museum

Quay

£94

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel dining area with green sofas, wooden tables, and chairs, a large chandelier, and artwork on the walls.

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

14. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

8.1 mi from Washington State History Museum

Sandra

£117

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a welcoming sign.

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

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

8.2 mi from Washington State History Museum

Ron

£102

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A pebbly beach with a small island in the distance.

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

16. The Maritime Inn

9 mi from Washington State History Museum

Micah

£180

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by walls with large windows.

17. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 4.4 mi from Washington State History Museum

Elizabeth

£98

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and framed artwork on the walls.

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

18. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

11 mi from Washington State History Museum

Travis

£97

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a sofa, and two pendant lights.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent red and grey facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A laundry room with multiple washing machines, a countertop, and abstract wall art.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

19. Candlewood Suites Sumner by IHG

8.8 mi from Washington State History Museum

Lillian

£103

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a large TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A banquet hall with round tables, white chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and blue-tiled backsplash.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a coffee station.

20. Staybridge Suites Federal Way - Seattle South by IHG

7.9 mi from Washington State History Museum

Manal

£144

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Washington State History Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 431 reviews	View
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 2,142 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 986 reviews	View
Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 1,009 reviews	View
Hotel Murano	8.6 Excellent 3,225 reviews	View

Top Washington State History Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

8/10 Good

"Definitely the best place to stay if you’re going to any event at the Tacoma Dome, it’s literally right across the parking lot! The hotel was clean and updated, but they’re elevators were under construction, which was loud at times and a little inconvenient having to walk up the stairs. Other than that, the staff were great, clean room great breakfast."

Hotel Murano

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and friendly staff"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

8/10 Good

"Staff was amazing! Little road noise even on the 6th floor. Breakfast was good!"

McMenamins Elk Temple

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent people at the front desk. My only complaint is the type of music and the volume (very loud) at breakfast. I don’t want to have to compete with opera music when talking."

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Room was huge, clean, and they got us in early for our check in. View was beautiful, staff was extremely helpful and definitely felt like they liked their jobs. Ive stayed here a few times and each time had an extremely positive experience. Will absolutely stay here again and would recommend."

1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center Pet friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely home, very spacious and big backyard for dogs. Nice and comfy to relax in after spending the day meeting up with family!"

Lovely converted Victorian home unit 1

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place, clean and comfortable. TV and internet connectivity were great and easy to use."

The Downtown Hobbit Hole

8/10 Good

"The location was great! The property was very clean and communication with the host was great also."

Lovely Private Studio Freshly Renovated Downtown 7

8/10 Good

"There is no A/C in this unit. Only a box fan that needs to be replaced. I had to put it In The open window at night to cool off the unit because it was hot. Other than that, it was excellent."

Other attractions near Washington State History Museum

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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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 vintage car on display in a museum with a high arched ceiling and wooden beams.

LeMay Car Museum

8.4/10 (171 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at LeMay Car Museum during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

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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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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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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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Freighthouse Square

2.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Freighthouse Square during your visit to Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Washington State History Museum?

Washington State History Museum 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 92 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Washington State History Museum?

Adjacent to Washington State History Museum, Marriott Tacoma Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Other good choices close by include Hotel Murano and Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma.

How many hotels are there near Washington State History Museum?

Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Washington State History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Washington State History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Washington State History Museum.

What can I see and do near Washington State History Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Glass, LeMay Car Museum or Tacoma Art Museum. Pantages Theater, Tacoma Union Station Rotunda and Freighthouse Square 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 Washington State History Museum?

With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Washington State History Museum is a breeze. You can access metro transport at Convention Center Station, Commerce Street Station and Theater District Station. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Union Station. You can learn about water transport options at the port.

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Our top choices for Washington State History Museum hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

3. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

5. Hotel Murano

6. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

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

8. Tacoma Homestays

9. Waterfront Inn

10. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

14. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

16. The Maritime Inn

17. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

18. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

19. Candlewood Suites Sumner by IHG

20. Staybridge Suites Federal Way - Seattle South by IHG

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Top Washington State History Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

Hotel Murano

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

McMenamins Elk Temple

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center Pet friendly

Lovely converted Victorian home unit 1

The Downtown Hobbit Hole

Lovely Private Studio Freshly Renovated Downtown 7

Other attractions near Washington State History Museum

Museum of Glass

Tacoma Art Museum

LeMay Car Museum

Tacoma Union Station Rotunda

Bridge of Glass

Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

Freighthouse Square

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