Georgetown

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The boiler room at the Steam Plant offers an eerie glimpse into early 20th-century working conditions.  Oil (and later coal) was fed into 16 giant boilers to produce the steam required to turn the Curtis Steam Turbines in the room next door.

The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway.  Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within 10 years. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand.

Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
These control panels monitored the Curtis Steam Turbines installed in 1906 and 1907. Although the turbines were state-of-the art for their time, the technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand.

Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.
The Georgetown Steam Plant was built in 1906 to provide power for Seattle's streetcars, the city of Georgetown, and the Seattle-Tacoma Railway. Although it's turbines were state-of-the art for their time, technology was advancing so quickly that the plant became outdated within a decade. It was soon relegated to secondary status and was used occasionally through the 1970s during droughts and to meet peak power demand.

Today, the nearly-complete plant is operated as a free museum and is open to the public the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm.

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Top hotels in Georgetown

Mayflower Park Hotel

Mayflower Park Hotel

4 out of 5
405 Olive Way Seattle WA
The price is HK$1,118 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$1,118
HK$1,475 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,484 reviews)
Staff was nice and helpful. Rooms were comfortable

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Mayflower Park Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport

4 out of 5
18740 International Boulevard SeaTac WA
The price is HK$826 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
HK$826
HK$944 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in SeaTac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,928 reviews)
Excellent service great breakfast and a pleasant experience

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Mediterranean Inn

Mediterranean Inn

3 out of 5
425 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA
The price is HK$1,087 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$1,087
HK$1,356 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,785 reviews)
Really close to Climate Pledge and food options. Staff was very friendly and if you need a late night snack....Dicks is across the street.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Mediterranean Inn
Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

4 out of 5
1113 6th Ave Seattle WA
The price is HK$988 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$988
HK$1,166 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,464 reviews)
My guest and I were very pleased with our stay. the rooms were well maintained and staff was friendly. many amenities close by. restaurants/ nightlife🤗 will highly recommend the stay.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG
The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

2.5 out of 5
2301 Third Avenue Seattle WA
The price is HK$929 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
HK$929
HK$1,158 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,427 reviews)
i really liked the room it was decent size and the counter staff was amazing. super friendly. they have bikes you can use and water in the lobby. very good location in downtown. my only note would be the rooms do no have a deadbolt. there is security and front desk 24/7. i felt very safe and would ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Belltown Inn
Executive Hotel Pacific

Executive Hotel Pacific

3 out of 5
400 Spring St Seattle WA
The price is HK$821 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
HK$821
HK$969 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Seattle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,476 reviews)
Clean room but outdated

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Executive Hotel Pacific
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Other neighbourhoods around Georgetown

Seattle downtown skyline sunset from Dr. Jose Rizal or 12th Avenue South Bridge

South Seattle

While you're in South Seattle, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Georgetown Arts & Cultural Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Columbia City Station or Othello Station.

South Seattle
Lighttrails of the I-90 coming out of Safeco.

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Industrial District

While you're in Industrial District, take in top sights like T-Mobile Park or Showbox SoDo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SoDo Station or Stadium Station.

Industrial District
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SoDo

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in SoDo. If sightseeing is on the list, T-Mobile Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at SoDo Station or Stadium Station to see more of the area.

SoDo
West Seattle

West Seattle

5/5(2 area reviews)

West Seattle is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alki Beach and West Seattle Golf Course.

West Seattle
Pioneer Square which includes central business district, heritage architecture and street scenes

Pioneer Square

Shopping, museums and art galleries highlight some notable features of Pioneer Square. Make a stop by Smith Tower or Pioneer Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Pioneer Square Station or Occidental Mall Stop to get around town.

Pioneer Square
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Central District

While you're in Central District, take in top sights like Lake Washington or Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 14th & Washington Stop or 12th & Jackson Stop.

Central District


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