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

A hotel room with a bed, a coffee maker, a microwave, a nightstand, and framed pictures on the wall.

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

A modern living room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a lamp.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.5 km from University of Washington Tacoma

TAYLOR

CA $156

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

A modern cafe with a central display case, wooden accents, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign indicating the direction to the casino parking.

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, escalators, and a patterned carpet.

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 2.8 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Gregory

CA $289

CA $330 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern hotel room with a seating area, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a kitchenette with a tiled backsplash, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.

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

3. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 0.5 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Amber

CA $184

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Shane

CA $167

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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

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

A spacious hotel lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

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.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Molly

CA $200

CA $230 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a patterned wall, and large windows.

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

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, 1.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

John

CA $142

CA $163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A hotel lobby with a pool table, bar area, and seating arrangements.

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

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

New Tacoma, 2.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Kristina

CA $144

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A living room with a beige sofa, a dining table with chairs, a staircase, and two potted plants.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a door with a coat rack and a plant on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a shelf with a plant.

A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a sink, and cabinets.

8. Tacoma Homestays

Central Tacoma, 2.7 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Curtis

CA $67

CA $76 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern patio area with a glass table, blue chairs, a white vase with flowers, and a view of a green garden through a glass door.

A modern kitchen with white appliances, a dining area with blue chairs and a central island, and a large window with a beach view.

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and a central island. There is a dining area with a blue sofa and a view of the outdoors.

9. Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden

West End, 7.5 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Savanna

CA $231

CA $428 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

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 two armchairs, a television, and a fireplace with a visible fire.

10. Waterfront Inn

15.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Nicole

CA $251

CA $279 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A vending machine area with drinks and snacks.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

12.9 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Gail

CA $160

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a view of a mountain and water.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and wooden cabinets. There is a dining table with a chair and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a wooden table, a green chair, a coffee machine, and a wall art piece.

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

14.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Mary

CA $165

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

A two-story house with a front porch and a garden with purple flowers.

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

13. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 3.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

susan

CA $87

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

A reception desk with a modern design, a check-in counter, and a wall-mounted display.

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

A Holiday Inn Express building with a parking lot and several cars.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

16.8 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Tracie

CA $154

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A patio with outdoor seating and a view of a garden.

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.

15. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

13.3 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Volha

CA $188

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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.

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

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

16. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 7.2 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Andrea

CA $159

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view.

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

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

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

13.6 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Arianna

CA $141

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A Best Western Inn & Suites with a landscaped entrance, a flag, and a building with multiple stories and balconies.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden cabinet, a wooden coffee table, and a grey sofa.

An outdoor patio with metal chairs and tables, surrounded by neatly trimmed hedges and trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted heater.

18. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

13.6 km from University of Washington Tacoma

ROBERT

CA $237

CA $269 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

19. The Maritime Inn

14.2 km from University of Washington Tacoma

nan

CA $249

CA $300 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television.

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

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

A clean, modern kitchenette with a water dispenser, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a coffee machine.

20. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

17.8 km from University of Washington Tacoma

Travis

CA $136

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Washington Tacoma

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 452 reviews	View
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 2,214 reviews	View
Hotel Murano	8.8 Excellent 3,270 reviews	View
Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 993 reviews	View

Top University of Washington Tacoma Hotel Reviews

Craftsman Gem near Convention Center, Tacoma Dome & Transit to Seattle World Cup

10/10 Excellent

"We found this to be the perfect girls’ getaway. The location was great, the house was beautiful and cozy. Our host Cathy was very communicative. All the extra details and touches she provided were the icing on an already wonderful trip!"

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

8/10 Good

"secure in tacoma 😳 i was worried till i showed up. great security"

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious room"

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Easy check in, good location - pool was nice. Visit Naomi Joe coffee right down the street."

McMenamins Elk Temple

10/10 Excellent

"One of the coolest, cleanest, well appointed hotels I've ever been to. Right away I was blown away with the restoration of the building and the style that the architects went with. All the bars and restaurants are great! There seems to be something in every corner of the hotel to check out. Will definitely be back and will also be checking out all the other McMenamins properties as well! What a gem! Great location in downtown Tacoma too!"

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."

New Remodeled Private 1BR Downtown - 4

8/10 Good

"Clean apartment. Plenty of space. Easy to access. Bed was amazing and comfortable. "

Other attractions near University of Washington Tacoma

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 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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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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Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

8.2/10 (208 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at 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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Washington State History Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Washington State History Museum during your travels in Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its great live music.

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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 scene in this family-friendly area.

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Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Walk around the campus at Tacoma Glassblowing Studio as part of your travels around Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Court House Square

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Court House Square is just one of the places to see in Tacoma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Washington Tacoma?

University of Washington Tacoma 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, check out the 102 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Washington Tacoma?

Adjacent to University of Washington Tacoma, Hotel Murano is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Marriott Tacoma Downtown and Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma.

How many hotels are there near University of Washington Tacoma?

Expedia has 102 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Washington Tacoma.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Washington Tacoma, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of Washington Tacoma.

What can I see and do near University of Washington Tacoma?

Study the collections at Museum of Glass, LeMay Car Museum, or Tacoma Art Museum. Pantages Theater, Tacoma Narrows Bridge, and Tacoma Union Station Rotunda 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 University of Washington Tacoma?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near University of Washington Tacoma is easy. You can access metro transit at Convention Center Station, Commerce Street Station, and Theater District Station. If you're hopping a train into the city, Union Station is the closest stop to Downtown Tacoma. You can learn about your options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for University of Washington Tacoma hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

2. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

3. Hotel Murano

4. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

5. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

6. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

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

8. Tacoma Homestays

9. Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden

10. Waterfront Inn

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

13. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

15. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

16. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

18. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

19. The Maritime Inn

20. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to University of Washington Tacoma

Top University of Washington Tacoma Hotel Reviews

Craftsman Gem near Convention Center, Tacoma Dome & Transit to Seattle World Cup

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Marriott Tacoma Downtown

McMenamins Elk Temple

1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center Pet friendly

Lovely converted Victorian home unit 1

The Downtown Hobbit Hole

New Remodeled Private 1BR Downtown - 4

Other attractions near University of Washington Tacoma

Tacoma Art Museum

Museum of Glass

Tacoma Union Station Rotunda

Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

Washington State History Museum

Bridge of Glass

Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Court House Square

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