Meetings & Events

Home to great views, diverse culture, and a variety of versatile meeting space, Seattle Southside offers the complete—and convenient—package when planning an event or conference.

Here are some of the top reasons to meet and retreat in Seattle Southside.

Ideally Located

Situated outside of the hustle and bustle of the downtown corridor, Seattle Southside’s central location puts your attendees at the center of it all.

Whether you’re planning a corporate retreat, family reunion, business meeting, church or military group gathering, Seattle Southside pairs beauty with convenience.

Affordable

Get the most out of Seattle Southside on a budget with meeting hotels typically priced 20–30% less than those in downtown Seattle.

Take advantage of great deals with the Do More - Save More Passport for attendees to get discounts on attractions, dining, and shopping.

VIDEO: Rachel Horgan Talks Seattle Southside

"I reached out to Seattle Southside to help with marketing. They showed up on site with not only one, not only two, but three different pieces of collateral that we could put at our registration desk."
- Rachel Horgan of SBI Association Management

Accessible

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is less than 10 minutes away from Seattle Southside, so getting to and around Seattle Southside is a cinch.

Attendees can take one of the top forms of transit, the Link Light Rail, hop on the Metro bus, one of the free hotel and mall shuttles or take to the water on one of three ferries offered just north of the region.

Free Help

Seattle Southside RTA's team will help you in every step of your planning process to create a perfect event experience.

Get complimentary meeting planner support services and welcome resources, including registration bags, coupons, a mobile visitor center, and more.

VIDEO: 12 Years of Meeting Planning with Jeff Lovell

“Seattle Southside does a great job for us. They’ve helped us with getting information on different activities going on during March so we can give our attendees the information on where to go, what to do and have a good time.”
- Jeff Lovell, President and Executive Director of the Automotive Service Association

The Complete Meetings Package

With more than 350,000 square feet of versatile event space, you’ll find unique venues, group dining restaurants, and 30+ meeting hotels to accommodate your event.

Meet and retreat in national-brand hotels around the airport or at boutique-style facilities for a smaller gathering—all of which are easy for attendees to get to and from the surrounding communities.

Three Unique Communities

Seattle Southside consists of three hidden gems that have a lot to offer your event and attendees.

Tukwila will keep your group busy with retail, entertainment, and activities that await your group. Experience the heart of the hospitality community in SeaTac, a diverse area where you’ll find a majority of the hotels along with several parks and international cuisine, or embrace a retreat-style vibe in the marina and beach community of Des Moines.

Why Seattle Southside

Seattle Southside is a happening hub of great Pacific Northwest views, diverse cultural experiences, and versatile meeting spaces all within its three unique communities of Des Moines, SeaTac, and Tukwila.

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Venues

In Seattle Southside, you'll find a variety of versatile meeting space among the unique venues, group dining restaurants and meeting hotels (typically priced 20–30% less than hotels in downtown Seattle).

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Welcome Services

We want your guests to feel welcomed at your event and to the area. Let us know if you would like to take advantage of any of the following welcome resources.

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Itineraries for All Interests

From military and family reunions to corporate and retreat-style events, you can get a feel of what your attendees have in store with sample itineraries and ideas for every group’s interest.

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