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A historic building with the name "McMenamins Elks Temple" on the facade.

A white building with the name "McMenamins" on the facade, featuring a grand staircase and ornate windows.

A hallway with a warm orange wall, black trim, and a large potted plant. There are framed pictures on the walls and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A breakfast setting with a variety of dishes including eggs, toast, and a drink.

1. McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma, 1.5 km from Washington State History Museum

Jack

HK$946

HK$1,086 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple balconies, and a visible entrance with a covered area.

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

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

2. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.3 km from Washington State History Museum

Alysha

HK$875

HK$1,006 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

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

A modern casino hotel lobby with a curved seating area, large windows, and a chandelier.

3. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

Eastside, 2.4 km from Washington State History Museum

Gregory

HK$1,616

HK$1,848 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

A modern bar area with leather chairs, a round table, and a bar stocked with various bottles.

4. Hotel Murano

Downtown Tacoma, 0.7 km from Washington State History Museum

Amber

HK$1,004

HK$1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a staircase connecting floors.

A modern lounge area with a bar, sofas, and a large window overlooking a cityscape.

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

5. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.5 km from Washington State History Museum

Shane

HK$933

HK$1,072 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

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

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

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a selection of bottles, and a menu board.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma, 0.5 km from Washington State History Museum

Molly

HK$1,122

HK$1,287 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

Three self-service beverage vending machines with various drink options and snacks.

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

New Tacoma, 1 km from Washington State History Museum

Michael

HK$793

HK$913 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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

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

New Tacoma, 1.9 km from Washington State History Museum

Kristina

HK$804

HK$925 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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, bedside tables, a desk with a computer, a window with blinds, and wall art.

A backyard with a wooden fence, outdoor furniture, and a fire pit.

A kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled floor.

9. Tacoma Homestays

Central Tacoma, 3.1 km from Washington State History Museum

Curtis

HK$376

HK$423 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A living room with two armchairs, a television, and a fireplace with a visible fire.

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

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier with seating, and a backdrop of houses and trees.

10. Waterfront Inn

15.6 km from Washington State History Museum

Nicole

HK$1,404

HK$1,561 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lobby with four armchairs, a central ottoman, and framed artwork on the walls.

A vending machine area with drinks and snacks.

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table and blue chairs, large windows, and a clock on the wall.

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

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

12.9 km from Washington State History Museum

Gail

HK$893

HK$1,023 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, string lights, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel suite shop with a marble counter, overhead lighting, and various food and beverage products on shelves.

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

14 km from Washington State History Museum

Mary

HK$933

HK$1,068 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

13. The Maritime Inn

14.6 km from Washington State History Museum

nan

HK$1,624

HK$1,931 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble island, and pendant lighting.

14. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

Central Tacoma, 3.6 km from Washington State History Museum

susan

HK$547

HK$890 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a glass door leading to an interior space.

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a coffee station, and a sign indicating a vegetarian omelet option.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted clock, and a Holiday Inn Express sign.

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

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

16.6 km from Washington State History Museum

Tracie

HK$894

HK$1,006 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

13.2 km from Washington State History Museum

Arianna

HK$791

HK$907 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a view of the parking area.

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.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a modern chandelier, and a reception area.

17. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

South End, 7.1 km from Washington State History Museum

Andrea

HK$890

HK$1,023 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a stationary bike.

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.

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

13 km from Washington State History Museum

Volha

HK$1,052

HK$1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring a chandelier and modern furniture.

A residential property with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

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

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a dining table, and a guitar.

19. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

14 km from Washington State History Museum

ROBERT

HK$1,326

HK$1,506 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A hotel lobby with a wall of framed portraits, a reception desk, and a door to the right.

Two self-service beverage vending machines in a hallway with snack options on shelves to the left.

20. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

17.7 km from Washington State History Museum

Travis

HK$761

HK$856 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Washington State History Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
McMenamins Elk Temple	9.4 Exceptional 421 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 455 reviews	View
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 2,220 reviews	View
Hotel Murano	8.8 Excellent 3,277 reviews	View
Marriott Tacoma Downtown	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top Washington State History Museum Hotel Reviews

McMenamins Elk Temple

10/10 Excellent

"This is a beautiful building close to a lot of antique shops and the Pantages Theatre. The staff were all super sweet and helpful and the room and facilities were clean and beautiful!"

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

10/10 Excellent

"The improvements being made to the property are excellent. We appreciated the underground parking. The staff was helpful."

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!"

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."

Other attractions near Washington State History Museum

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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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 vintage car on display in a museum with a high arched ceiling and wooden beams.

LeMay Car Museum

8.4/10 (171 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at LeMay Car Museum during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

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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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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 galleries in this family-friendly area.

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Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Walk around the campus at Tacoma Glassblowing Studio during your stay in Tacoma. 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 in 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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Freighthouse Square

2.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Freighthouse Square during your visit to Tacoma. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Washington State History Museum?

Washington State History Museum 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, take a look at the 92 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Washington State History Museum?

Adjacent to Washington State History Museum, Marriott Tacoma Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club. Other good choices close by include Hotel Murano and Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma.

How many hotels are there near Washington State History Museum?

Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Washington State History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Washington State History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Washington State History Museum.

What can I see and do near Washington State History Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Glass, LeMay Car Museum or Tacoma Art Museum. Pantages Theater, Tacoma Union Station Rotunda and Freighthouse Square 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 Washington State History Museum?

With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Washington State History Museum is a breeze. You can access metro transport at Convention Center Station, Commerce Street Station and Theater District Station. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Union Station. You can learn about water transport options at the port.

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Our top choices for Washington State History Museum hotels

1. McMenamins Elk Temple

2. Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

3. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

4. Hotel Murano

5. Marriott Tacoma Downtown

6. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

7. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

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

9. Tacoma Homestays

10. Waterfront Inn

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

13. The Maritime Inn

14. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Auburn Downtown by IHG

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma/Puyallup

17. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

19. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

20. Garner Auburn - Seattle by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Washington State History Museum

Top Washington State History Museum Hotel Reviews

McMenamins Elk Temple

Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

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

1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center Pet friendly

Lovely converted Victorian home unit 1

The Downtown Hobbit Hole

Other attractions near Washington State History Museum

Museum of Glass

Tacoma Art Museum

LeMay Car Museum

Tacoma Union Station Rotunda

Bridge of Glass

Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center

Freighthouse Square

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