🇺🇸 Seattle, United States
Courtyard by Marriott
📍 10733 Meridian Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133, USA
Your stay — Courtyard by Marriott
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The Property — Courtyard by Marriott
The Courtyard by Marriott in Seattle’s Lake Union district feels like a functional base camp. The lobby is crisp and modern, with a 24/7 market for snacks and a Starbucks café, so you’re never far from caffeine. It’s aimed squarely at business travellers and practical tourists who want reliable comfort, free Wi-Fi, and a handy location near the Amazon campus and the South Lake Union streetcar. You won’t find boutique charm, but you’ll get clean rooms, a decent fitness centre, and the kind of efficiency that makes it easy to drop your bags and head out.
Chronicles of Seattle
Seattle was founded in 1851 by Arthur Denny and his party, who named it after Chief Si’ahl of the Duwamish and Suquamish tribes. The 1897 Klondike Gold Rush turned it into a boomtown, and the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition shaped its early park system and university district. The city’s skyline rose with the 1962 Space Needle, built for the World’s Fair, and later transformed by the tech industry—Microsoft, Amazon, and Starbucks all call this place home. Today, Seattle is a rain-softened, coffee-obsessed hub of music, maritime industry, and outdoor access, still negotiating its relationship with rapid growth and homelessness.
Best Time to Visit
Full Seattle guide →Best months
July and August for reliably warm, dry weather (highs around 75°F) and long daylight hours; September for a bit quieter streets plus still-good weather.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is peak tourist season: perfect weather draws crowds to Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, and the waterfront. Hotel prices jump by 30–50%. Major events like Seafair (late July–early August) and Bumbershoot (late August–early September) add extra demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the sweet spot: mild temperatures, lower prices, and shorter queues at top attractions. May can have a few rainy days, but it’s far less busy than summer.
Weather & packing
Seattle’s climate has a ‘June gloom’—overcast mornings that often burn off by noon. Pack a light waterproof shell and leave the umbrella at home; locals never use them.
Live City Briefing — Seattle
- The light rail’s ‘Link 2 Line’ opens in 2026, connecting Bellevue and Redmond, but the downtown Seattle core remains under construction for the new 1-line extension—plan for delays around Capitol Hill.
- Pike Place Market’s ‘Inaugural Street Feast’ launched June 2026 as a weekly evening event on the main arcade—good for local food samples, but expect big crowds on Saturdays.
- Seattle’s new paid parking zones in South Lake Union (where the Courtyard sits) started June 2026, so if you’re driving, check street signage carefully or use the hotel’s $45-a-night valet.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Courtyard by Marriott, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (Floor 1) for easy access to the lobby and amenities, and to avoid the potential noise from the single lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift as they may experience some noise from deliveries and elevator usage.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no notable view options to request, given the hotel's location in a residential area and the surrounding landscape.
Quietest floors
Floor 1
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience some street noise from Meridian Ave N, but it's likely to be minimal. The hotel's on-site open lot may also generate some noise from cars coming and going.
Insider tips
Consider upgrading to the premium Wi-Fi for a faster internet connection, especially if you're planning to work or stream during your stay. If you have mobility issues, be aware that the pool and fitness area are up three steps, so you may want to request a room on the ground floor for easier access to these amenities.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Courtyard by Marriott
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps per device); premium upgrade to 25 Mbps costs $4.95/day. Login via room number and last name.
Single lift serves all four floors – no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to USA Today and local Seattle Times via PressReader on lobby tablets.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 12:00 with no fee. Late check-out until 12:00 free, later subject to $50 fee until 14:00.
Free, secure luggage storage at front desk for day-of-arrival or departure.
Step-free entrance, ramp to lobby, two ADA-compliant rooms on ground floor; no lift access to pool or fitness area – these are up three steps.
On-site open lot free for guests. No valet. Nearest public garage is Aurora Village Transit Center (0.7 mi) at $8/day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None; no separate city tax or resort fee. Sales tax of 15.6% and a $2.00/night Seattle tourism fee are included in the quoted rate.
Deposit & card hold: Credit card hold of $50 per night for incidentals at check-in; no advance deposit required.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Blue Heron Zen Community (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Saint Nectarios American Orthodox Church (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: St. Andrew Kim Korean Catholic Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Church (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Northgate Station — 223 m · ~3 min walk
Northgate Park — 560 m · ~7 min walk
Northwest Puppet Center — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Licton Springs Playground — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 400 m · ~5 min walk
CVS Pharmacy — 509 m · ~6 min walk
Stadium Market — 501 m · ~6 min walk
Northgate — 459 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →US Dollar, USD
ATMs are the best option for cash; avoid currency exchange desks at the airport or downtown hotels as they charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted almost everywhere; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are very common. Small cash is useful for farmers markets and some street vendors.
15-20% at restaurants for sit-down meals; $1-2 per drink at bars; $2-3 for hotel bellhops; 10-15% for taxi or ride-share drivers.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from a local café or convenience store — about $2.50.
A sandwich or bowl from a deli or grocery hot bar — roughly $9-12.
A main course at a casual neighbourhood pub or diner — around $15-20.
There are no street-food clusters in 98133; head south to Capitol Hill or the International District for cheap food trucks and stalls.
Safeway, QFC, and Fred Meyer are the main budget supermarkets; Grocery Outlet offers even lower prices on surplus stock.
Affordable chain stores at Northgate Mall (Target, Old Navy) are the typical low-cost option; no significant market districts within the area.
A single bus ride ($2.75) or day pass ($8) on King County Metro; from Sea-Tac Airport take Link Light Rail to downtown ($3.25) then connect via bus 40 or 41 into 98133.
Use the ORCA card for transit to get free transfers within two hours; buy groceries at Grocery Outlet or WinCo for staples; look for happy hour deals at pubs (typically 4-6pm) for cheaper drinks and appetisers.
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Emergency Contacts
SeattleFor non-emergencies, call Seattle Police non-emergency on 206-625-5011. For Poison Control, use 1-800-222-1222. For Crisis Connections (mental health support), call 988.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Seattle, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Courtyard by Marriott
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 400 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · CVS Pharmacy — 509 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
S Jackson St & 5th Ave S (0.2 mi from hotel) → Seattle Center / Lower Queen Anne
💡 This bus gets you to the Space Needle area without a transfer. Use the Transit app for live tracking—arrival times are accurate but can shift in traffic.
S Jackson St & 5th Ave S (0.2 mi from hotel) → Capitol Hill (Broadway & Pike)
💡 Cheaper than rideshare for Capitol Hill bar hopping. Buy a day pass ($5) from the ORCA machine at the stop—saves fumbling for cash.
SeaTac/Airport Station (SEA) → International District/Chinatown Station (0.1 mi from hotel)
💡 Board the train from the airport stop—it’s under the parking garage. Tap your ORCA card or use the Transit Go app; avoid buying paper tickets at machines for faster boarding.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) → HI-Seattle at American Hotel (520 S King St, Seattle)
💡 Skip the queue by booking via the FlySEA app. Flat rate zones apply—confirm your price before getting in.
About Seattle
Wikipedia ↗
Seattle ( see-AT-əl) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest region of North America. It is the 18th-most populous city in the United States with a population of 784,777 in 2025, while the Seattle metropolitan area at over 4.15 million residents is the 15...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Courtyard by Marriott?
Request a room on the ground floor (Floor 1) for easy access to the lobby and amenities, and to avoid the potential noise from the single lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Courtyard by Marriott?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance or lift as they may experience some noise from deliveries and elevator usage.
Is Courtyard by Marriott noisy?
Guests may experience some street noise from Meridian Ave N, but it's likely to be minimal. The hotel's on-site open lot may also generate some noise from cars coming and going.
Which rooms have the best views at Courtyard by Marriott?
Unfortunately, there are no notable view options to request, given the hotel's location in a residential area and the surrounding landscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Courtyard by Marriott?
Consider upgrading to the premium Wi-Fi for a faster internet connection, especially if you're planning to work or stream during your stay. If you have mobility issues, be aware that the pool and fitness area are up three steps, so you may want to request a room on the ground floor for easier access to these amenities.
What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott?
Check-in at Courtyard by Marriott is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Courtyard by Marriott have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps per device); premium upgrade to 25 Mbps costs $4.95/day. Login via room number and last name.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Courtyard by Marriott?
None; no separate city tax or resort fee. Sales tax of 15.6% and a $2.00/night Seattle tourism fee are included in the quoted rate.
Where can I eat cheaply near Courtyard by Marriott?
A sandwich or bowl from a deli or grocery hot bar — roughly $9-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Courtyard by Marriott?
A single bus ride ($2.75) or day pass ($8) on King County Metro; from Sea-Tac Airport take Link Light Rail to downtown ($3.25) then connect via bus 40 or 41 into 98133.
When is the best time to visit Seattle?
July and August for reliably warm, dry weather (highs around 75°F) and long daylight hours; September for a bit quieter streets plus still-good weather.
Top Attractions in Seattle
💡 Take the glass elevator to the top and walk down the ramp through the 'book spiral'. Free tours run at 1pm most days – no reservation needed.
💡 Pack a picnic and sit on the grassy slope towards the water. The park connects to the waterfront via a pedestrian bridge – best at sunset.
💡 Arrive before 10am to avoid crowds. Visit the lower concourse for cheap produce and the Market Heritage Center (free entry, small donation suggested).
💡 Go at sunrise for near-empty views and fewer tourists. Bring a zoom lens for Rainier on clear days – check the camera before you go.
💡 Enter from the Montlake Cut side and follow the boardwalk through the wetlands. Free parking is limited – take bus 11 or 48 from downtown.