Hotels in Tacoma, Washington

Tacoma overview

Tacoma is a friendly locale unique for its live music and known for theater and museums. You'll find extensive bar and café options. Families will find plenty of fun at Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium and Puyallup Fairgrounds. Popular sights like Museum of Glass and Tacoma Dome won't disappoint. Tacoma is a family- and business-friendly destination with something for everyone.

Where to stay in Tacoma

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Tacoma has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Tacoma with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Tacoma hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Tacoma hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Tacoma

Fly in to Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.), 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from downtown Tacoma.

Train stations include:

• • Union Station
• • Tacoma Station
• • South Tacoma Station

Metro stations include:

• • Commerce Street Station
• • Theater District Station
• • Convention Center Station

What to see around Tacoma

Live music, museums, and theaters are top draws, along with cultural places like:

• • Children's Museum of Tacoma
• • Broadway Center for the Performing Arts
• • Pantages Theater
• • Museum of Glass
• • Tacoma Art Museum

Below are some favorite shopping areas to find that perfect souvenir—or simply browse:

• • Tacoma Mall
• • The Commons at Federal Way
• • The Outlet Collection
• • South Hill Mall
• • Kent Farmers Market

Some popular places in the area include:

• • Tacoma Dome
• • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
• • Puyallup Fairgrounds
• • Emerald Downs

When to visit Tacoma

Curious about when's the best time to visit? Here are the seasonal norms to help with your planning:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 55°F day, 37°F night
• April-June: 73°F day, 41°F night
• July-September: 76°F day, 49°F night
• October-December: 64°F day, 36°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 15.87 inches
• April-June: 7.32 inches
• July-September: 3.46 inches
• October-December: 16.54 inches