The Sea-Tac airport, which directly serves the cities of Seattle and Tacoma, is located in the southern part of Seattle. Because it is a major transportation hub, a good choice of hotels are available right next to the airport. These hotels make it even easier for travelers by providing a shuttle service to the airport and offering various stay-and-fly packages.
The Red Roof Inn Seattle Airport - SEATAC hotel is situated at the primary entrance to the Seattle airport. It also offers convenient access to Seattle's Light Rail and train bus services, which connect to downtown and provides a good alternative to finding parking near many of the major attractions in the city. The Red Rood also provides a 24-hour shuttle service to and from the airport's passenger terminals as well as what it calls Park-Sleep-Fly packages. Pets stay free at the hotel, which also provides free coffee, tea and a newspaper in its lobby. This is an affordable hotel with rooms starting as low as $59 a night as of December of 2010. The Red Roof also has a fitness center and meeting rooms.
The Holiday Inn Seatac International Airport promotes itself as Seattle's best kept secret and in 2008 received the U.S. Local Business Association's Seattle's Best award. It has a variety of 259 rooms and is within walking distance of a platform for Light Rail, which connects to downtown. Guests can also take advantage of the Holiday Inn's Park, Stay & Go packages that include two-week parking at the airport. The hotel has business service, a fitness center and a spa with a whirlpool. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day. Located across from the entrance to the airport, it also offers a free 24-hour airport shuttle service. Guests can dine in the hotel at its Seven Hills Grille and Lounge, or order room service. The lowest fares in December of 2010 were listing at $81 a night.
The Ramada Suites SeaTac Airport borders and claims it may be the closest hotel to the airport. Situated on International Boulevard, the hotel offers a 24-hour shuttle service to the airport for a fee. Guests can leave their cars at the hotel's parking lot for a charge while they are out of town. The Ramada Suites SeaTac has an on-site restaurant called the Ginger Palace. Additional facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, conference rooms and a guest laundry. Upgraded rooms with microwaves, refrigerators and kitchenettes can be requested. Rooms are also available with Jacuzzis. Rooms start at around $60 per night, tax included, as of the winter of 2010.
