The Auburn Golf Course, about nine miles southeast of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, features a well-maintained, 6,450-yard, par-71 track that runs along the Green River. Another nearby course is the Washington National Golf Club, about 12 miles from the airport, where golfers can play a 7,304-yard, par-72 track--the same course that the University of Washington golf teams play. Golfers looking for a hotel that provides free parking near the airport have several options.
Clarion Hotel Seattle Airport
Free parking is available at the Clarion Hotel Seattle Airport for up to 10 days and the hotel offers a free shuttle to and from the airport. The hotel has an indoor pool and whirlpool along with a fitness center with free weights and cardiovascular equipment. There is also a beauty salon on the premises. Some of the 214 rooms at the hotel are designated for smoking. Rooms are equipped with cable, voice mail and climate control. Some rooms have an in-bath whirlpool and a refrigerator. Pets are allowed at the hotel for $20 a night, per pet, as of 2009. The hotel limits two pets per room up to 20 pounds a piece. Ikea Furniture and the Westfield Mall are within three miles of the hotel. The hotel is home to the 777 Restaurant and Lounge.
Clarion Hotel Seattle Airport
3000 S. 176th St.
Seattle, WA 98188
(206) 242-0200
clarionhotel.com
Radisson Hotel Gateway Seattle-Tacoma Airport
Parking is free at the Radisson Hotel Gateway Seattle-Tacoma Airport. The 204-room hotel features an indoor pool and an outdoor patio surrounded by gardens where guests are encouraged to relax. The fitness center, open 24 hours a day, is equipped with a elliptical cross trainer, treadmill, stairmaster and free weights. Rooms are equipped with complimentary bottled water, free Wi-Fi, cable television and pay-per-view movies. Kids stay free at the hotel. The hotel is home to the Gateway Grill and the Grill Lounge and also offers room service. The hotel is about five miles from the Spirit of Washington Dinner Train, which takes travelers on a romantic ride along Lake Washington.
Radisson Hotel Gateway Seattle-Tacoma Airport
18118 International Blvd.
Seattle, WA 98188
(800) 395-7046
radisson.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac
Parking is free at the La Quinta Inn & Suites, which has a free shuttle to and from the airport each day. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center where guests can use cardiovascular equipment and strength training machines. The 143 rooms are equipped with cable, Internet service and local calls. Pets are allowed at the hotel and smoking is allowed in designated rooms. A free waffle breakfast is served each morning with free coffee and juice.
La Quinta Inn & Suites Seattle Sea-Tac
2824 S. 188th St.
Seattle, WA 98188
(206) 241-5211
lq.com
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