By Isabel Prontes
Pike Place Market is located in downtown
Seattle, Washington. It is a popular farmers' market that has been in existence since 1907. It is one of the biggest tourist draws in Seattle and is full of farmers and people selling crafts. The street level of the market is full of fresh produce and fish. For those who want to visit Pike Place Market, there are many 1-star budget hotels located nearby.
Best Western Executive Inn
Best Western Executive Inn is a budget Seattle hotel that is in close proximity to Pike Place Market, the Seattle Convention Center, Safeco Field and the Space Needle. It is an eco-friendly accommodation that offers comfortable and airy guest rooms. Some of the features available at this hotel include complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, complimentary buffet breakfast every morning, satellite/cable television, morning newspapers, wake-up call services and complimentary local telephone calls.
Best Western Executive Inn
200 Taylor Ave. N.
Seattle, Washington 98109
(206) 448-9444
www.bestwestern.com
Ramada Seattle Downtown
The Ramada Seattle Downtown is an affordable hotel centrally located downtown near many shopping, dining and entertainment attractions. It is also just a few blocks away from the picturesque Seattle Waterfront and only five blocks away from Pike Place Market. The hotel is completely smoke-free and offers guests many conveniences, such as an extensive business facility, complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, guest parking (for a fee), an exercise center, a concierge and a convenience store (open 24 hours a day).
Ramada Seattle Downtown
2200 5th Ave.
Seattle, Washington 98121
(206) 441-9785
www.ramada.com
Holiday Inn Seattle
The Holiday Inn Seattle is a clean, budget-friendly accommodation that is less than a mile from Pike Place Market. It is also only four blocks to the Seattle Center and its plentiful attractions. The hotel has a bright and friendly ambiance. Some of its features are a 24-hour business center (with copy, printer, fax and Internet service), an exercise center, laundry and dry cleaning service, car rental desk, tourist information and newsstand.
Holiday Inn Seattle
211 Dexter Ave. N.
Seattle, Washington 98109
(206) 728-8123
www.ichotelsgroup.com
Sleep Inn SeaTac Airport
The Sleep Inn is a budget accommodation that is in close proximity to SeaTac Airport (Seattle-Tacoma International Airport) and is only 15 minutes away from Pike Place Market and downtown Seattle. The hotel consists of 105 clean and relaxing guest rooms, all of which come with amenities like air conditioning, coffeemakers, iron and ironing boards, satellite/cable televisions and blow-dryers. The hotel has complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, a fitness center, a security safe, indoor guest parking, a meeting space, complimentary airport shuttle and a free Continental breakfast every morning.
Sleep Inn SeaTac Airport
20406 International Blvd
Seattle, Washington 98198
(206) 878-3600
www.sleepinn.com
Travelodge Seattle by the Space Needle
The Travelodge Seattle is an inexpensive budget accommodation that is located right by the Space Needle, only two blocks away. The hotel is also just a five-minute walk to the Pike Place Market. Some of its amenities and features are guest parking (for a daily fee), an extensive exercise center (with plasma televisions), free coffee service 24 hours a day, hot and cold breakfast (with Belgian waffles), a 24-hour business facility and express checkout. Pets are not permitted to stay at this entirely non-smoking budget hotel.
Travelodge Seattle by the Space Needle
200 6th Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 441-7878
www.travelodge.com
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
