Vashon Island accommodation from NZ$189

No-one in their right mind would take a trip to Vashon Island without catching the Museum of Glass. The Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown and Best Western Plus Tacoma Dome Hotel are within a stone's throw of Museum of Glass.

12 kilometres away from the middle of Vashon Island is the Radisson Hotel Seattle Airport. The Red Lion Hotel Seattle Airport is 12 kilometres away. Alternatively, check out the rates and amenities at the Towneplace Suites By Marriott Seattle Southcenter or the Clarion Hotel Seattle Airport.

After you've explored Vashon Island for a while, spread your wings and explore Puget Sound's many other charms. Puget Sound has forests. Commonly visited Puget Sound tourist draws include the lighthouses. Or spend some time hiking while you're here.

It is well known that New Zealanders are pretty laid back, so consider extending your stay and check out the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, University of Puget Sound and Tacoma Mall, in Tacoma, 18 kilometres to the south of Vashon Island. The Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown and Best Western Plus Tacoma Dome Hotel are a few of the great hotel and apartment options in Tacoma. Seattle, home to the Little Red Day Spa and Courtyard Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square, is 25 kilometres to the north of Vashon Island. While in Seattle, be sure to check out the Woodland Park Zoo, Pioneer Square and Pike Place Market.

If watching sport is your passion, head to Safeco Field, which is 20 kilometres to the northeast of Vashon Island. Those sports fans wishing to find a bed nearby can take their choice from the Little Red Day Spa or the Georgetown Inn.

Seattle - Tacoma International Airport is the nearest preferred airport for flying in and out of Vashon Island and is 12 kilometres from the CBD. If you would like to stay nearby, try the Coast Gateway Hotel or the Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport.