Hotels in Olympia, WA

Olympia is the capital city of Washington and a cultural hub in Puget Sound, just 60 miles from Seattle. Popular for its waterfront activities and gorgeous scenery, Olympia is a playground of natural wonders and fun attractions. Olympia has a vibrant and creative arts scene, and you'll see that firsthand in the galleries, museums and murals all throughout the city. Local boutiques and unique souvenir shops offer a chance to pick up a memorable piece of Washington culture to commemorate your trip. We have the best hotels in Olympia to host you for an unforgettable trip, no matter the occasion.  

Plan to visit Percival Landing, a waterfront park located on the east side of Budd Bay. A popular destination for locals and visitors, this bustling hub is on the southernmost tip of Puget Sound. It features a fun boardwalk with restaurants, attractions and shops along the eastern shoreline of West Bay with stunning views. 

Visit the Capitol Building to roam the historic halls of the ornate structure overlooking the ocean and sparkling Capitol Lake below. The State Capitol area spans 50 acres and is also home to the Legislative Building, the Governor's Mansion, and the Temple of Justice, which houses the Washington State Supreme Court and the State Law Library. Tours will take you behind the scenes of these political grounds surrounded by beautiful shady trees and unique trails dotted with monuments and artwork. Visit the nearby Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls Park, where the waters crash into Capitol Lake, providing a picturesque backdrop against the city skyline. There's also a sandy play area for an afternoon of picnicking for the whole family. A stay at one of our downtown Olympia hotels will place you minutes away from this exciting attraction and so much more.  

Nestled on the scenic Puget Sound, Olympia is the perfect place to enjoy water activities and adventures. Explore the bay by paddle board or canoe, kayak around one of the pristine lakes, and cast a line for an afternoon of fishing. You can even let a captain do all the work when you charter a sailboat for an intimate trip around the Puget Sound waters.  

A must-see stop on your trip to the Pacific Northwest is the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge. Here, you'll find a welcoming destination all year round where you can enjoy wildlife viewing, hiking and the calm waters. Get ready to snap some amazing pictures because this wildlife sanctuary is home to various bird species, seals, otters, salmon and eagles. Walk along the unique Nisqually Estuary Boardwalk Trail that winds through the tide flats where beavers, frogs and butterflies make their home. This diverse ecosystem can be seen from hiking along the old boardwalk that perches you just a few feet above the wetlands. An observation tower at the end of the trail offers even more exciting views of the scenic landscape. There are so many things to do here by land and by sea, and we have the top hotels in Olympia, WA for you to experience the city. 

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