Seattle, Washington, goes by several names! It’s popular as Emerald City, but not because it has a mine of those precious gems. The name was taken from a winning entry in a contest held in 1982 when they were searching for a new nickname for the city. It best describes the city’s lush green landscape that remains green like Emeralds even during winter. It also mirrors the home state nickname for Washington, which is the Evergreen State. It’s also called the Rain City due to its frequent rain showers. This Coffee Capital of the World is the birthplace of Starbucks. Being the base of Boeing earned it the title of the Jet City! Come and explore the Gateway to Alaska and discover why it’s called the Pacific Northwest Queen City! If you’re wondering where to stay on a budget in Seattle, Washington, check out our list below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 29, 2025.
1. Cozy apartment in Beacon Hill (from USD 186)
Up for rent is the newly remodeled basement of a family home near the railway, Capitol Hill, University of Washington, bus lines, supermarket, and the sports stadium. This cozy space hosts two guests. It features a huge carpeted bedroom with bright interiors furnished with a queen-sized bed, a laptop desk, a lounger, flat-screen TV, and a mini-library. A smaller room contains the kitchenette, dining area for two, more closet space, and a private bathroom. Air-conditioning, internet, heating, free linens, and free parking are provided. Feel free to sit and socialize with the owners on the lawn facing the street. Do note that there are children in the house.
Seattle, Washington, United States
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max the owner is very responsivethe host is friendly and available and willing to help as neededthis is a great property and the host communicated quicklymax was very prompt and helpfulvery peaceful home baseLocation:
great location in beacon hillgood value close to public transportationgreat restaurants and cafes near by and you can’t beat the short walk to public transportationthe location in beacon hill was fantasticfree parking just a few streets awayCleanliness:
the room was clean and quietthe room was very nice and cleanthe bathroom is all new and the cleanand it is very clean the basement has it’s own entryRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very comfortable bed for a pull out couchthere is no real bed but a couch which we found was very comfortablethe house was quiet and the room was perfect for the two of usthis could easily be improved also by providing a simple coffee makerwe loved staying in this warm inviting space on beacon hill
2. Spacious apartment in Seward Park (from USD 425)
This fully carpeted bungalow is spacious enough to host three guests. It is newly remodeled with a big and bright living space and simple furniture. The living room, fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and a corner desk share the open plan. Spread out the sofa bed to sleep a third guest or just to lounge on while watching TV. The single bedroom is furnished with a queen bed, a wardrobe, and a private bathroom. Enjoy comforts like free Wi-Fi, heating, free street and on-site parking, and hot water. This accommodation is located in a quaint neighborhood a block away from a café and restaurants.
Seattle, Washington, United StatesSuperhost
Accommodates: 3
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robert is a gracious host he made us feel very comfortablewonderful space with a very helpful and attentive hostawesome place with an awesome host i will deffintly come backrobert is a great hostyou don’t want to miss out and an amazing hostLocation:
nice location an easy walk to columbia citythe location is great and the neighborhood is safe and quitevery nice location and had everything i neededrobert was kind upon greeting me and the location is amazingrobert is an excellent host and his place is located in a great neighborhoodCleanliness:
super clean and bob is very attentivethe place is very clean and quite spaciousrobert’s place was super clean and just as describedit is clean and in good conditionroberts house is clean quiet well maintained and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
workspace was great and wifi was super fasti really liked this apartment~ the space actually looks much better than in the pictures
3. University District studio apartment (from USD 132)
If you are a traveling couple and you need a place for just two nights, you may want to book this studio as your home base. It’s in the center of Seattle’s University District, a walking distance to the UW campus, restaurants, Husky Stadium, and more. It is a studio above the garage of a private home. You have your own access and private deck. The cozy space contains a king-sized bed, a tiny dining area for two, a kitchenette with dinnerware, and a private bathroom with a separate vanity sink. Enjoy air-conditioning, Roku TV, heating, Wi-Fi, and free parking during your stay.
Seattle, Washington, United States
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snacks and treats set out by our host were thoughtful and deliciouskristi was a great host and would totally stay here againkristi and family were welcoming very accommodating and attentive to our needsexcellent hosts excellent space excellent locationLocation:
it was the perfect locationthe location worked out very well with our needsthis was the perfect location for us and the apartment was cute and cleanperfect location for the special olympics usa games at uwclean and comfortable excellent location for visiting our son at udubCleanliness:
beautiful and clean apartment perfect for our long weekendit was so bright and cleansmall but warm sunny and very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there also was a white noise machine i brought my mini fan with me for this very reasonthe bed was super comfortable and cozythere are steps involved to get to the room but that was not a problem for usthe room was very well organized too
4. Rental located minutes from downtown (from USD 165)
This rental is on the ground floor of a private apartment located in Mount Baker, a walking distance to Lake Washington, Jimmy Hendrix Museum & Park, and Coleman Park. Do note that the owners live on the upper floor with their pet cats. The unit is neat and modest in size, equipped with a small living room, and a fully equipped open kitchen. You can chill on the sofa while watching cable TV and have your meals on the kitchen’s bar counter. The spacious bedroom is furnished with a queen bed and a futon to sleep three guests comfortably. The private bathroom has an enclosed shower, a sink, and a toilet with free toiletries. You have a private entrance and access to the patio, so you can enjoy having coffee outdoors while surrounded by a lush garden.
Seattle, Washington, United States
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alex and harry were great hosts and very helpful with tips and advicealex and harry were warm and welcoming hoststhe owners are very helpful and happy to guide you on your waythe property was as listed and the vrbo owners were very responsive to textswonderful hosts too we will definitely do a return visitLocation:
great location in a quiet neighborhoodeasy access to downtown by buswhat a lovely and comfortable location to stay inwe highly recommend this cute quiet place to stay in seattleCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethe place was clean and comfortablethe quarters were very clean very quiet and comfortablethe guest space seems to be newly remodeled and was very cleanrainier with easy access to sea-tac; cleaned up and slept comfortably at the guest houseRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the guest house had everything we needed and we appreciated the well stocked kitchen
5. The Maxwell Hotel (from USD 129)
The Maxwell Hotel offers impressive rooms that are elegantly designed. The stylish room is perfect if you need a place to rest after visiting the nearby Seattle Center and Space Needle. There’s a comfy king bed that sleeps two. The room also features a work desk, a kitchenette, and an en-suite bathroom. Free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, cable TV, heating, and free essentials are luxuries that come with the room. Long-term stays are allowed. During your stay, you are allowed to use the outdoor pool, and fitness gym.
Seattle, Washington, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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great hospitality lovely location beautiful interiorcool place they definitely lean in to the pineapple theme which is very cuteneeded to get out of the house for an evening of peace and quietRead more reviewsCleanliness:
great place to stay at super clean and super hipvery clean and close to downtown seattlethoroughly enjoyed the stay and had a fun relaxing experience in a very stylish and clean hotel
6. Modern townhome suite in amazing location
Two guests have complete privacy in this one-bedroom guest suite occupying the bottom floor of a townhouse. The owners live upstairs and the unit is separated by a flight of stairs. The guests have a private entryway with a self-entering mechanism. The room is spacious, fully carpeted, and it has huge bay windows that make it bright and airy. Sliding glass doors open to a small balcony overlooking the parking lot and garden. The queen-sized bed is perfect for sleeping after visiting the nearby parks, restaurants, and downtown. This rental is equipped with a small refrigerator, Wi-Fi, heating, a microwave, and a private bathroom with hot water showers.
Seattle, Washington, United StatesAccommodates: 2
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lydia was a delightful hostawesome spot with an amazing hostthank you for hosting melovely hosts with prompt communicationhost let us drop off our stuff early which was super awesome totally recommend itLocation:
great location and great spaceamazing location close to all major city attractionslocated in a central area making it easy to get to downtowngreat location in seattle you can take bus to everywhere in downtowngreat spot very good locationCleanliness:
great place clean and stylishit was very beautiful and extremely cleanreally clean spot with a separate entrancethis space is small and basic but was clean and easy to check inthe place is well maintained and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
clean and homey room and bathroom area with amenities such as a kitchenette providedi think a tv would have been good to add just to see the local newsthe bed was slightly uncomfortable if the matress gets replaced this place would be perfectthe room was perfect
7. Charming home near downtown Seattle
This 1945 Craftsman style house is updated with a fresh coat of paint, with most of its original interiors intact. It’s surrounded by a lush garden and built on a slope, so the upper floor is level with the street. The rental is a basement guest room with its own private entrance at the back, facing the parking lot and covered patio. For a minimum of two nights, enjoy the privacy of your own living room, a tiny dining area for two, and a full kitchen with free tea. The cozy bedroom has a double bed, futon, and a private bathroom suitable for two guests. The property is minutes away from the airport, Museum of Flight, the rail station, and markets.
8. One-bedroom condo in Belltown
This one-bedroom condo is ideal for long or short stays for four guests. It’s in Belltown center near the waterfront and steps away from the city’s main attractions. It’s a perfect homestay with a kitchen where you can cook, a dining area for four, and a living room with a sleeper sofa for two. The spacious bedroom has a queen bed that’s ideal for two guests. The luxurious bathroom has a vanity sink, a walk-in shower, a toilet, and free bath essentials The balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows offer awesome views of the garden and waterfront. The building also has a gym, an indoor pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Top guest reviews
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kay is a great host that makes the extra effortkay was beyond accomodating and friendlywe loved our stay in seattle and the owners were a pleasure to work withkay is a lovely and gracious host and was flexible with our check in timekay was a lovely host the apartment was cozy and the bed was super comfortableLocation:
would recommend location to anyonefantastic location with safe underground parkingexcellent property location for the surrounding seattle areawe were so inspired by the location that we kept talking about wanting to move herethis was a great place - close to everything and surrounded by really good local restaurantsCleanliness:
clean comfortable and convenient to the waterfrontpleasantly surprised by the cleanliness of the city during our staythe place was well stocked and very cleanwe had a great time at this apartment easy convenient and cleannot only was the complex clean and refreshing so was the outsideRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
queen bed had very comfortable mattress and linens
9. Cozy Eastlake studio
This basement studio is in a private residence near Lake Union, Amazon campus, UW, Capitol Hill, and downtown. The owners live with a dog upstairs, so it tends to get noisy. It’s a suitable space if you are looking for a place to just sleep and rest after exploring the city. Two guests can sleep soundly on the queen bed with luxuries like a flat-screen TV, free linens, Wi-Fi, heating, and free essentials. There is a bathroom with an enclosed hot water shower. Guests have private access to the studio and patio. The available street parking is a block or two away from the residence.
Seattle, Washington, United StatesTop guest reviews
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kelly was a helpful and responsive hosthost was very responsive and friendlykelly and chris were great communicative hostschris and kelly were great hoststhoughtful and helpful hosts as wellLocation:
great location in a great neighborhoodsuper close to public transportationgreat location and helpful guestthe location is quite good relatively close to pike place marketthe location is just enough outside the city to feel quaint but close enough for an adventureCleanliness:
their place was clean and cozythe room was very clean and comfortablethe room is nice and cleanclean and sweet in a fun neighborhoodthe place is clean and well decorated in a great neighborhoodRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a cozy little place the coffee machines were a nice touchvery comfortable and attractive room (including a small library ) in a nice neighborhood with nearby shopslovely bathroom and soft mattress to help ward off the impending jet lag
10. Modern homely townhouse
This rental is a one-bedroom and bathroom suite in a private townhouse in North Beacon Hill. Use it as a home base when exploring the nearby areas like T-Mobile Park Field, International District, and the transit station. The huge bedroom is furnished with a queen bed that sleeps two guests. It has a kitchenette with a microwave for heating takeout food, and an electric kettle for making coffee. The built-in counter is usable as a dining area and work desk. The bathroom is provided with free bath essentials. You have your own access to the room and the home is secured by a digital lock so you can come and go as you please.
Seattle, Washington, United StatesAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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host was very responsivealso the hosts were great they replied quick to all my questions or concernsnever checked in because the host approved after the start timebenjamin is very quick at responses and very friendly as wellnatalia was a great host she made everything super easy for our check in/outLocation:
great location close to many local placesvery nice location and homegreat place minutes from downtownvery close to stadium which was perfectgreat place cute and pretty close to some great stuffRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very clean and comfy placeit was clean and fairly quietvery clean and great communication from the hoststhe space was clean and well decoratedvery clean and very nice little place
Enjoy Emerald City on a budget
You don’t need a lot of money to enjoy a trip to Seattle. There are a lot of affordable options for accommodations in this awesome city. You’ll find one that suits your travel budget and preferences. Follow our suggestions on where to stay on a budget in Seattle, Washington, and you won’t go wrong. Have a terrific holiday.
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