Driving, parking, and EV charging at The Westin Seattle
Driving to The Westin Seattle is straightforward: the hotel sits at 1900 5th Ave in downtown Seattle with a separate parking/valet entrance at 1901 Westlake Ave. On-site self-parking and valet are available and the property provides an electric vehicle charging station for guests.
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Where to drive and drop off
The hotel's street address is 1900 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101. The main hotel entrance on Fifth Avenue is where you’ll find the lobby and front desk.
For curbside drop-off and valet/garage access use the porte-cochere at 1901 Westlake Ave, which is listed as the hotel's garage entrance separate from the Fifth Avenue lobby entrance.
- Main lobby & check-in: 1900 5th Ave
- Valet/garage entrance and porte-cochere: 1901 Westlake Ave
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| Action | Recommended Entrance |
|---|---|
| Lobby check-in / bell service | 1900 5th Ave |
| Vehicle drop-off / valet / parking garage | 1901 Westlake Ave |
| Large deliveries / event load-in | Contact the hotel for directions |
On-site parking: self-park and valet
The Westin Seattle offers both on-site self parking and valet parking for guests. Self parking is listed as available; valet is offered to hotel guests only.
Published parking prices include self parking at $60 per day, with valet priced differently by day of week (see table below).
- Self parking: on-site garage (entrance on Westlake Ave)
- Valet parking: available to registered guests only
- Garage entrance is separate from the Fifth Avenue lobby
| Option | Published Price / Notes |
|---|---|
| Self parking | $60 per day |
| Valet parking (Mon–Thu) | $72 (published rate) |
| Valet parking (Fri–Sun) | $82 (published rate) |
EV charging at the hotel
The Westin Seattle lists an on-site electric car charging station for guests. The hotel's public amenities include EV charging, but the exact number of chargers and connector types are not specified in the available materials.
If you need assured access to a charger at arrival, contact the hotel in advance to confirm availability and any reservation or fee policy for EV charging.
- EV charging: on-site electric car charging station (hotel lists availability)
- Confirm charger count, connector type, and any fees with hotel before arrival
- Garage entrance: 1901 Westlake Ave — mention you need charging when you arrive
| What we know | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Hotel offers on-site EV charging | Number of chargers and connector types |
| Parking garage entrance: 1901 Westlake Ave | Whether charging requires a reservation or extra fee |
| Valet and self parking both available | If valet staff can plug/unplug your vehicle |
Driving downtown Seattle: traffic and lanes
Downtown Seattle can be busy during weekday rush hours and around major events. Plan extra time for travel to and from the hotel, especially to and from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or event venues.
The hotel is in the central business district within walking distance of many attractions, so once you park you may not need to use your car for local sightseeing.
- Allow extra time during weekday morning and evening rush hours
- If attending games or concerts at T-Mobile Park or Lumen Field, expect increased traffic around event times
- Parking rates and availability can change during major events—call ahead if you’re arriving during a big event weekend
| Common downtown trips | Notes |
|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | About 13–15 miles; allow extra time for traffic |
| Pike Place Market / waterfront | Walkable from the hotel (5–10 minutes) |
| Space Needle / Seattle Center | About 0.7–0.9 miles; monorail two blocks away |
Alternatives to driving: transit and airport options
If you want to avoid downtown driving and parking, Westlake Station and the Link Light Rail connect downtown to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport. The Link Light Rail ride to the airport takes about 35–40 minutes from downtown stations.
The Seattle Monorail is two blocks north of the hotel and provides a direct connection to Seattle Center and the Space Needle. Local buses, taxis, rideshares, and the hotel’s car service/airport transfer options are also available.
- Link Light Rail: downtown to Sea‑Tac Airport (approx. 35–40 minutes)
- Seattle Monorail: two blocks north, direct to Seattle Center
- Consider transit to avoid parking fees and downtown traffic
| Option | Typical travel time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Link Light Rail to Sea‑Tac Airport | Approx. 35–40 minutes |
| Taxi or rideshare to Sea‑Tac | Approx. 20–29 minutes depending on traffic |
| Monorail to Seattle Center | About 10 minutes |
Practical tips for guests with vehicles
If you plan to park overnight or for several days, bring any hotel confirmation or membership details to check for possible package inclusions (some rates or loyalty programs may affect parking or Wi‑Fi). The hotel requires a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Pets, accessible parking, and other vehicle-related services are offered; for specific needs (accessible parking, EV charging specifics, oversized vehicles, long-term parking) contact the hotel ahead of arrival.
- Bring photo ID and credit card to check-in
- Ask the hotel in advance about EV charging reservations and accessible parking
- If you arrive during a major event, call ahead to confirm space availability
| Service | What to check before arrival |
|---|---|
| EV charging | Number of chargers, reservation/fee policy |
| Accessible parking | Availability and location in garage |
| Valet | Valet hours and whether it’s available to non-overnight visitors |
