Eastside, WA
Tacoma
Popular places to visit
Tacoma Dome
Catch an event at Tacoma Dome during your trip to Tacoma. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
Washington State Fair Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Washington State Fair Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Puyallup. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
Visit a red wolf habitat, watch polar bears swim and see elephants in a simulated forest environment at this unique zoo and aquarium.
Tacoma Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tacoma Mall during your trip to Tacoma. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Point Defiance Park
One of the largest urban parks in the United States is a green space home to lovely gardens as well as a fun-filled zoo and aquarium.
Pacific Lutheran University
Explore the campus of Pacific Lutheran University during your stay in Tacoma. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Eastside Hotel Deals
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma
Preface this review with the fact that we are seasoned travelers that have never left a bad review. “lower your expectations and you won’t be disapointed” is our mantra. Beware, they scan your ID thru a machine every time you enter the casino (more than just an age check). Our friends from Tacoma ...
Reviewed on 2026/5/15
DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport
Tv in room didn’t work Transfer to another room changed me for both
Reviewed on 2026/5/15
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
The room was quiet and comfortable despite the hotel being located very close to a major airport and on a major city thoroughfare. The decor was elegant and quite beautiful. Nice place.
Reviewed on 2026/5/15
Days Inn by Wyndham Seatac Airport
The room is little bit old and smelly.
Reviewed on 2026/5/13
Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center
No room service available and the food prices in the onsite restaurant are ridiculous.
Reviewed on 2026/5/11
Coast Gateway Hotel
Everything was great! The only downside was the TV was a little glitchy and the Wi-Fi basically did not work, but I’m sure most of the time it does.
Reviewed on 2026/5/15
Other neighborhoods around Eastside
South End
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South End and surrounding area, you can visit Tacoma Mall and Tacoma Dome.
Waller
Waller is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to BJ's Bingo and Emerald Queen Casino while you're in town.
Downtown Tacoma
In the central business district, this thriving museum and university area boasts attractions like the Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, and Washington State History Museum. Explore historic sites such as Old City Hall Building and Union Station, while enjoying the revived retail and dining scene.
Hilltop
If you're spending some time in Hilltop, 6th Ave and Wright Park are top sights worth seeing.
New Tacoma
If you're spending time in New Tacoma, check out sights like Pantages Theater or Tacoma Union Station Rotunda and hop on the metro to see more the city at Theater District Station or Commerce Street Station.
South Tacoma
While you're in South Tacoma, take in top sights like Tacoma Mall and jump on the metro at South 25th Street Station to see more of the city.
