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    Our top choices for Lake McDonald hotels

    1. Clarion Pointe Kent - Seattle South

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

    2. Best Western Plus Plaza by the Green

    A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There are large windows with a view of greenery outside.

    3. Element by Marriott Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

    An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white wicker chairs, and a modern building in the background.

    4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Tacoma International Airport

    A multi-level hotel atrium with a central pool, seating areas, and balconies with plants.

    5. LivAway Suites Seattle-Renton

    A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

    6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Seattle South - Tukwila by IHG

    A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a covered parking area.

    7. Hotel Interurban Seattle Airport SeaTac

    An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar with bottles, and a modern interior design.

    8. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Airport/28th Ave

    A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, a flag, and a well-maintained landscape.

    9. Eastgate Hotel, BW Signature Collection

    A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a well-lit facade.

    10. Hyatt House Seattle/Bellevue

    An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and two umbrellas.

    11. Tru By Hilton Tukwila Southcenter, WA

    A modern lounge area with seating, a reception desk, and pendant lighting.

    12. Snoqualmie Inn by Hotel America

    An outdoor patio area with a fire pit surrounded by chairs and red umbrellas, overlooking a building with multiple windows and a staircase.

    13. Comfort Inn Kent - Seattle

    A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, seating areas, and a large painting of a cityscape.

    14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Seattle Issaquah

    A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

    15. Coast Gateway Hotel

    A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, toaster, and various food items.

    16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport

    An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and a stone wall.

    17. Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Sea-Tac Area

    A cozy lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, and a laptop on a table.

    18. Hilton Garden Inn Seattle Issaquah

    An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, cushioned sofas, and umbrellas.

    19. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport - Southcenter

    An outdoor dining area with a long wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs, with string lights overhead and a stone wall in the background.

    20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA

    An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola.

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    PropertyStar ratingGuest ratingBreakfast includedPoolSpaPet-friendlyWiFi included
    A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
    Clarion Pointe Kent - Seattle South    		9.2Wonderful437 reviewsView
    A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There are large windows with a view of greenery outside.
    Best Western Plus Plaza by the Green    		9.4Exceptional1,001 reviewsView
    An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white wicker chairs, and a modern building in the background.
    Element by Marriott Seattle Sea-Tac Airport    		9.4Exceptional1,004 reviewsView
    A multi-level hotel atrium with a central pool, seating areas, and balconies with plants.
    Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Tacoma International Airport    		9.0Wonderful92 reviewsView
    A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.
    LivAway Suites Seattle-Renton    		9.0Wonderful854 reviewsView

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    Squak Mountain State Park

    Rating: 7.6/10 (5 reviews)

    Enjoy a trip to Squak Mountain State Park and popular activities like hiking in Issaquah. Wander the seaside or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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    Poo Poo Point

    Rating: 7.6/10 (22 reviews)

    Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Poo Poo Point, a lovely green space in Issaquah. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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    Metropolitan Banquet Hall

    Metropolitan Banquet Hall is just one of the places to see in Renton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the churches while you're in the area.

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    Lake Desire

    Rating: 8.4/10 (62 reviews)

    Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Desire during your travels in Maple Heights-Lake Desire.

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    Petrovitsky Park

    Rating: 7.4/10 (21 reviews)

    Explore the great outdoors at Petrovitsky Park, a lovely green space in Renton. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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    Uva Furem Winery

    You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Uva Furem Winery during your travels to Renton. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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    Maplewood Golf Course

    Rating: 9.0/10 (29 reviews)

    Play a round of golf in Renton at Maplewood Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as hiking. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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    Top Lake McDonald Hotel Reviews

    Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Issaquah

    An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by chairs and sofas, in front of a building with large windows.

    Element by Marriott Seattle Sea-Tac Airport

    An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white wicker chairs, and a modern building in the background.

    Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle South/Renton

    An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a view of a forest.

    Cedarbrook Lodge

    A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a cozy seating area.

    Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport

    An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and greenery.

    Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel

    A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

    LivAway Suites Seattle-Renton

    A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

    Best Western Plus Plaza by the Green

    A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There are large windows with a view of greenery outside.

    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Seattle South - Tukwila by IHG

    A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a covered parking area.

    Comfort Suites Airport Tukwila Seattle

    An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

    Clarion Pointe Kent - Seattle South

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

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Tacoma International Airport

    A multi-level hotel atrium with a central pool, seating areas, and balconies with plants.

    Hyatt House Seattle/Bellevue

    An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and two umbrellas.

    Hyatt Regency Bellevue

    A spacious atrium with a central open area, multiple seating arrangements, and a staircase connecting different levels.

    Hotel Interurban Seattle Airport SeaTac

    An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar with bottles, and a modern interior design.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Lake McDonald?

    Lake McDonald is located in Renton. You'll find 80 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

    Where is the best place to stay near Lake McDonald?

    SpringHill Suites by Marriott Seattle Issaquah is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 5 mi (8.1 km) from Lake McDonald. Other good options in the area include Rainier View Lodge - Mountain View Suite in Scenic Issaquah ｜ Seattle gateaway and Motel 6 Issaquah, WA - Seattle - East.

    How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake McDonald?

    Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake McDonald.

    If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake McDonald, will I receive a refund?

    Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Lake McDonald.

    Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake McDonald?

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    What can I see and do near Lake McDonald?

    You can enjoy live performances at Village Theater First Stage Theatre and Village Theater Francis J. Gaudette Theatre. You can wander around Poo Poo Point, Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, or Petrovitsky Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Hazen Pool and Jakob Two Trees Troll.

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