Tacoma, WA

Travel Guide

Tacoma showing a city, a bay or harbor and a marina
Gig Harbor featuring a marina, a bay or harbor and forest scenes
Gig Harbor showing a bay or harbor and a marina
Gig Harbor which includes a bay or harbor
Tacoma showing a marina, a bay or harbor and a city

Where to stay in Tacoma

Tacoma which includes a city

Downtown Tacoma

In the central business district, this thriving museum and university area boasts attractions like the Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, and Washington State History Museum. Explore historic sites such as Old City Hall Building and Union Station, while enjoying the revived retail and dining scene.

Downtown Tacoma
A blast from the past and fixture in Tacoma.

North End

5/5(25 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North End, 6th Ave and Job Carr Cabin Museum are top sights worth seeing.

North End
#Trovember #Food

South Tacoma

3.5/5(161 area reviews)

While you're in South Tacoma, take in top sights like Tacoma Mall and jump on the metro at South 25th Street Station to see more of the city.

South Tacoma
Spring is in the air.

Ruston

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

Ruston
Tacoma which includes a city

New Tacoma

3.5/5(587 area reviews)

If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Tacoma Art Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.

New Tacoma
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium which includes marine life

West End

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Point Defiance Park.

West End
Hotel Murano

Hotel Murano

4.5 out of 5
1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
The price is AED 467 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
AED 467
AED 536 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,672 reviews)
The room was great. The bathroom needed a little extra attention

Reviewed on 2 November 2025

Hotel Murano
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

4 out of 5
1820 E 29th St, Tacoma, WA
The price is AED 578 per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
AED 578
AED 663 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,349 reviews)
Mattresses were a dream, rooms were spacious and clean! Staff was warm and friendly!! Perfect stay

Reviewed on 3 November 2025

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

3 out of 5
31611 Pete Von Reichbauer Way South, Federal Way, WA
The price is AED 380 per night from Nov 6 to Nov 7
AED 380
AED 428 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Federal Way. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,148 reviews)
Helpful staff

Reviewed on 31 October 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
38' Yacht equipped with luxury and kayaks!

38' Yacht equipped with luxury and kayaks!

Gig Harbor
Stay at this houseboat in Gig Harbor. Enjoy patios. Popular attractions Skansie Brothers Park and Grandview Forest Park are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
Well maintained dock, quiet location, easy and convenient parking.

Reviewed on 30 October 2025

38' Yacht equipped with luxury and kayaks!
Tacoma Tiny House

Tacoma Tiny House

Tacoma
Stay at this vacation home in Tacoma. Enjoy free WiFi and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Tacoma Dome and Tacoma Narrows Bridge are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
It was very quiet and conveniently located

Reviewed on 19 October 2025

Tacoma Tiny House
Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor

Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor

Gig Harbor
Stay at this houseboat in Gig Harbor. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Skansie Brothers Park and Grandview Forest Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
All good and a fun evening. Sleeping was a bit tight but expected. Otherwise all great!

Reviewed on 12 October 2025

Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Tacoma

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
211
5 - Excellent 21%
4 - Good
454
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
285
3 - Okay 28%
2 - Disappointing
35
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
20
1 - Terrible 2%

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Crime,overall look of city.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It is very pretty, however due to the virus most places were closed

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Everything was closed due to current health concerns.

1/5 - Terrible

Tab

The down town industrial district is nice and they have good food if you look for it. But overall Tacoma is not a place to stop.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love the vastness and beautiful views.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful.