Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma  

Just off Interstate 5 south of downtown Tacoma, minutes from the Tacoma Dome and Tacoma Mall. This Tacoma hotel sits between Seattle and Olympia and is close to the Tacoma Convention Center, Fort Lewis/McChord AFB, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Gig Harbor, Puget Sound and easy day trips to Mt. Rainier and local museums like the glass art bridge and Tacoma Glass Museum.

146 rooms and suites with air conditioning, in-room refrigerators and LCD TVs. Rooms include safes, desks and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Simple, modern décor and practical layouts make it a solid pick for families, business travelers and museum-goers.

Indoor pool and spa tub, plus a fitness center for post-convention workouts. Complimentary wired and wireless internet and free self-parking keep logistics easy. On-site laundry, dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk add convenience. Take a dip after a day exploring Puget Sound or the local art scene.

Meeting facilities with about 1,050 sq ft of event space and a 24-hour business center. Complimentary wired and wireless internet and free parking make it straightforward to host small meetings or prep for a conference at the nearby convention center.

Start with a complimentary hot-and-cold buffet breakfast served daily. An on-site bar offers evening drinks and a relaxed spot to regroup after shows, meetings or museum days.