Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
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About this property
Across from downtown Seattle's famous Pike Place Market and near the Seattle Art Museum. Popular among budget travelers, solo travelers & hikers! This hostel offers free wireless internet access and breakfast consisting of make-your-own eggs, breads, cereals, oatmeal, fruit, juice, coffee, tea and hot cocoa. Lines are provided. Free luggage storage is also featured before check-in and after check-out. Guests can also prepare their own meals with the hostel's fully equipped kitchen. After a busy day, guests can relax in the common room and watch a movie, play board games, or join the nightly hostel social events! Nearby attractions including Pike Place Market and Show Box are only seconds away from the Seattle Green Tortoise Hostel. The Space Needle, Convention Center, Climate Pledge Arena, Waterfront are all walking distances! Guests can also sign up for Seattle Free Walking Tours that starts right at the lobby of the hostel, and get a 3% off for Beneath the Street Tour!
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Amelie
United States
“It was very clean, the location couldn’t have been better. The stuff was nice and breakfast included was sweet too and the price to do laundry was reasonable.” - Alcantara
United States
“The property was in a great location close to everything plus you will feel safe in the premises.” - Paulo
United States
“It was very clean all around!!! Beautiful big kitchen right next to the market and many grocery stores to cook for yourself. The staff are very attentive and do all to make your stay better” - Sarah
United States
“They had all the privacy concerns of a hostel covered!” - Monica
United States
“The staff was very responsive to an unusual concern that I had. Well done. The location is spectacular and I felt safe.” - Ariana
United States
“My first hostel experience was 13/10. I arrived earlier than check in & I was able to store my bags with them. They gave me the rundown on breakfast, checkout, bathrooms, etc. I ended up buying a lock from them to lock my stuff up underneath the...” - Betty
United States
“great breakfast, unlimited egg (self cook, but awesome), great vibe, so many events going on everyday, free beer, free wine and free ice cream, so good!” - Mark
Japan
“A really wonderful (and, dare I say, magical) place to stay in downtown Seattle. The place is very clean. The staff are super duper helpful, generous, accommodating, and always present. The breakfast they offer (high-quality cereal, peanut butter...” - Barbora
United States
“Very good location. The Public Market and Gum wall are literally next to it. And metro station is behind a corner. They also have a nice hostel activities (free beer, ice cream, dinners and some tours)” - Nicolette
United States
“It felt comfortable there. You had Verdrehung you need - privat bathrooms, private beds, kitchen, water fill station.”
Area info
Amenities of Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- City view
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Live music/Performance
- Walking tours
- Bar crawls
- Evening entertainment
- Entertainment staff
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs $26 per day.
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Lockers
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- SafeAdditional charge
General
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
-Cash is an acctepted method of payment, but all guests must have a credit card.
-All guests must provide a valid government-issued photo identification, credit/debit card and travel documents upon arrival.
-Washington State ID's must have an address 50 mile radius away from zip code 98101 or additionally present a document showing an event in Seattle that you plan to attend.
-All payments occur during check in for the full amount of your stay.
We do not take payment over the phone, all transactions must take place in person. We do not take a 3rd party payment.
-Guests travel at their own risk. Please note that reservations may be canceled if a guest seems to be sick with COVID-19 symptoms and/or refuses to take a diagnosing test when asked by our staff, or tests positive.
- Different rates and payment/cancelation policies apply to a group booking for 8+ people. Please contact the hostel directly. Groups that doesn't comply to the group policy or are not communicable may be subjected to be canceled.
-Unfortunately, due to the age, historic nature, and limitations of our building, there is no accessible route or powered elevator onsite.
-Pets or emotional support animals are not allowed.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.