Hotels Near Seattle Airport with Shuttle
If you're looking for hotels near Seattle Airport with free shuttle service, then you've come to the right place.
Stay minutes from SEA Airport with free shuttles, lower rates, and easy access to Seattle’s top attractions.
Seattle Southside, the area surrounding SEA Airport, offers dozens of highly rated hotels for every type of traveler. From family-friendly and dog-friendly stays to budget-conscious, luxury, or business-focused hotels, there’s an option to match every trip. Browse our hotel directory below to explore SEA airport shuttle hotels, most located within a 10-minute drive of the terminal.
Below the directory, find links to things to do, places to eat, and a handy trip planning tool.
Why Stay in Seattle Southside?
- Affordable: Seattle Southside hotels are, on average, 30% more affordable than downtown Seattle hotels.
- Convenient: Downtown Seattle is less than 30 minutes away by car (pending traffic), and the Cascade Mountains are less than an hour east. You also have direct access to the Link Light Rail, which takes you straight to downtown, Capitol Hill, and other popular neighborhoods. Plus, there are plenty of amenities right in Seattle Southside, including Westfield Southcenter, the largest shopping center in the Northwest.
- Full of Attractions: You don't have to leave Seattle Southside at all to have a great time. This vibrant, culturally diverse area includes more than a dozen family-friendly indoor attractions, breathtaking parks and beaches, and hundreds of places to eat.
Tools to Help Plan Your Seattle Trip
Seattle Southside Events Calendar
Find awesome things to do in SeaTac, Tukwila, Des Moines, and beyond.
Food & Drink
Whether you’re in search of a restaurant near you, seafood restaurants, a quaint café, Indian restaurants, family-friendly restaurants, Italian restaurants or fine dining, with over 100 places to choose from you’ll find…
Plan Your Trip
Only 15 minutes south of downtown Seattle and 20 minutes north of Tacoma, Seattle Southside is a happening hub that’s perfectly situated between urban attractions and natural wonders (not to mention near…
FAQs about Shuttle Buses at Seattle Airport (SEA)
Where do you catch hotel shuttles at Sea-Tac?
After picking up your luggage at baggage claim, turn towards the street and look for signage pointing the way to Parking or Shuttles. Hotel Shuttles and Off-Site parking company Courtesy Shuttles pick up and drop off on the courtesy island shuttle lane which is located on the 3rd floor of the parking structure on Island 1 and 3.
How long is a shuttle ride from Seattle Airport to my Hotel?
Most of the 60+ hotels in Seattle Southside are only 5-10 minutes away by Shuttle, with the farthest being 12-15 minutes depending on traffic lights.
What hotels offer free shuttle service to and from the airport?
You can use the Lodging Options in our search tool on our main Seattle Hotels page to list all the hotels that offer 'Free Seattle Airport Shuttle'.
How far are hotels from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport?
Most airport hotels are within 1–3 miles, with shuttle rides averaging 5–10 minutes.
Where do hotel shuttles pick up at Sea-Tac Airport?
Shuttles pick up on the 3rd floor of the parking garage at designated courtesy shuttle islands.
Are Seattle airport hotels cheaper than downtown hotels?
Yes—hotels near Sea-Tac are often about 30% more affordable than downtown Seattle accommodations.
Can I get to downtown Seattle from airport hotels easily?
Yes. Many hotels are near the Link Light Rail, offering direct access to downtown Seattle and major neighborhoods.