Travel Savings Hack: Seattle by Lynnwood Light Rail

Want to visit Seattle, but you don’t want to pay Seattle prices? We get you. Traveling can be a real burden on the wallet. Thankfully, there’s a new option that will let you explore the Emerald City and surrounding environs without breaking the bank. Oh, and did we mention it’s eco-friendly, too?

Here’s how it works. A brand-new light rail train connects the city of Lynnwood to the heart of downtown Seattle. Moreover, lodging rates in Lynnwood are about two-thirds the price of a Seattle hotel, which means you’ll be spending less vacation money on a room and more on eating out or catching a game.

You can book a hotel room in Lynnwood here.

Getting to Seattle from Lynnwood is pretty simple. You can walk to the Lynnwood Transit Station from most hotels in the city (or park at the transit center). Then you hop on the southbound train, and you’ll be in the Seattle city limits within minutes.

Here are some Seattle-y experiences that are easily accessible by light rail:

• T-Mobile Park – home to the Seattle Mariners and delicious garlic fries.
• Lumen Field – where the Seahawks roam and top-tier musicians like Taylor Swift or Kendrick Lamar perform.
• Seattle Art Museum – experience three floors of world-class aesthetic experiences.
• Pike Place Market – the quintessential Seattle tourist photo-op. Fresh flowers, fresh fish. It’s a vibe.
• University District – home to independent arts, culture venues, and the University of Washington.

And this is the tip of the iceberg! Combine rail travel with a bike and you can easily explore the Seattle area without the hassle (or carbon footprint) of renting a car.

While staying in Lynnwood, there’s a few things that you won’t want to miss out on:

• Temple Distilling Co. – craft beverages made from high-quality local ingredients. Sip in-house at their tasting room.
• International dining – we love it so much, we wrote an article about it. Or, you can watch the TV series.
• Alderwood – brick-and-mortar shopping with elevated dining experiences.
• Meadowdale Park – waterfront access and panoramic views of the Salish Sea.
• Lynnwood Bowl & Skate – how many mom-and-pop bowling alleys/skate decks are left? Have retro-flavored fun and take a spin at this local hangout.

Look, you don't need to be a millionaire to see the true PNW. Lodge here and elevate your vacation experience while traveling smarter.

Book your trip to Lynnwood today!

Plan a trip via bicycle and see the Pacific Northwest from a slow and nature-friendly perspective.