What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Tacoma?

A motel is an excellent option if you're gearing up to tour around Tacoma. These properties are usually found near major roads and airports, feature on-site parking and have basic amenities and services. Spend your break at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider choice of rooms and additional amenities such as a gym, lobby and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel accommodation.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Tacoma?

Take advantage of the included breakfast at Niwas Inn . This 3-star property in Tacoma also has an electric car charging station and WiFi. Alternatively, pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea and fuel up at The INN at Gig Harbour , which also offers complimentary breakfast.

Do any 3-star hotels in Tacoma have a pool?

Get set for some poolside recreation at Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino . Or switch from exploring attractions to laid-back days by the water at Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown . Both these 3-star accommodation with pools are located in Tacoma, where the summer months are June, July and August. Average temperatures range from 12ºC at night to 27ºC during the day in July, the warmest time of year.

What 3-star hotels in Tacoma have an on-site restaurant?

Reserve a room at Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown and eat without having to leave the convenience of your accommodation. A cafe and mountain views are two other useful amenities at this leading 3-star option in Tacoma. Feeling hungry after a big day of adventures? Enjoy the on-site restaurant at McMenamins Elk Temple , which also offers free WiFi and nearby historical attractions.

Do any 3-star hotels in Tacoma have WiFi?

Log in to the WiFi at McMenamins Elk Temple and easily share all your fantastic photos of Tacoma. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown is another 3-star hotel where you'll be able to stay connected while travelling. WiFi may be included in the room price or available for a supplementary charge, so be sure to check before you book.

What 3-star hotels in Tacoma have parking?

Enjoy more time relaxing and less time looking for a space for your vehicle at a 3-star hotel with parking. Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown and Niwas Inn are popular options in Tacoma. Searching for some sightseeing opportunities outside the city? Fasten your seatbelt and explore. Northgate Mall and Mount Rainier National Park are two popular day trip options from central Tacoma.

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Emerald Queen Hotel & Casino - Fife

Fife

Jennifer

3.889.764 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

The INN at Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor

joseph

4.683.028 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont

Dupont

Josh

2.558.690 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

New Tacoma

Carrierae

3.192.224 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

Federal Way

Udd

4.505.858 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Niwas Inn

Fife

Ravi

2.570.643 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Auburn

South Auburn

Rittni

4.117.642 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

Lakewood

catherine

4.485.264 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

South End

DONNA

4.498.594 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hilton Garden Inn Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma

Yukie

4.317.881 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Homewood Suites By Hilton Puyallup Tacoma

Puyallup

Ritch

4.697.313 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown

Downtown Tacoma

Kevin

4.077.619 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Best Western Plus Puyallup Hotel

Puyallup

Tyler

4.337.243 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup

Puyallup

Thomas

5.385.296 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way

Federal Way

Richard

5.302.406 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jun - 6 Jun

Home2Suites by Hilton Dupont, WA

Tacoma

Brynn

4.405.660 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tacoma DuPont

Dupont

Kenneth

4.023.208 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

McMenamins Elk Temple

Downtown Tacoma

Ashli

4.104.740 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tacoma Lakewood

Lakewood

Katherine

4.782.342 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Tacoma Haven

Central Tacoma

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Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

4/10 Poor

"Let me start off by saying it takes a LOT for me to write a bad review. The photos of this hotel are VERY deceiving. It is right by a huge casino which has lots of random people all around the surrounding area. It did not feel safe. There was even a mobile camera unit from a police department in the parking lot. Once we got inside the hotel, it felt safer since there was an armed guard on duty throughout the night. Our room smelled like dirty feet as soon as we walked in. We discovered that it was the carpet that smelled so bad. We also had a bullet hole in our window on the 5th floor! It might have been from a pellet gun but I have photos. The bed was surprisingly comfortable despite the mattress pad under the sheet being a size too small so it was just on top of the mattress instead of fitted around the corners. The breakfast was less than appealing. We are not super picky with hotel breakfasts. Give us some scrambled eggs & a waffle or fruit & we're good. They had biscuits & gravy but were out of biscuits. They only had hard boiled eggs & yogurt- not a fruit in site. Overall, we were super disappointed in just about everything with this stay."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Federal Way

6/10 Okay

"I was with a ball team and did not get the discount. The cost was more than I thought and I didn’t even get the discount. The staff were amazing. I didn’t get a bill at the end. The pool was shut down which was why we picked that hotel. Not happy about that as we all wanted to swim."

Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

6/10 Okay

"The swimming area was nice except that there was no staff rounding and there was a young group of men and women who were loud, drinking alcohol, vaping and had a boom box with non-family friendly music. It was off putting and looked as there was no security cameras on the pool. And the lack of towels in the swimming area."

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Tacoma?

Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown, around 0.80 km south of downtown Tacoma, is a guest favourite. Premium bedding and mountain views are among its many conveniences. McMenamins Elk Temple is another 3-star hotel recommended by travellers. It comes with nearby historical attractions and front desk services, and is about 0.97 km north of the centre.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Tacoma?

The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Tacoma is the level of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more budget-friendly and provide the services and conveniences required to be comfortable, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can look forward to a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket furnishings, deluxe bathroom products and perks like day spas.

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