Hotel location
Motif Seattle is in Downtown Seattle, which can affect airport timing, late arrivals, and cruise or downtown connections.
Downtown city stay · Downtown Seattle
Motif Seattle
8.4Very good174 guest reviewsA downtown Seattle stay close to retail, theaters, and central hotel drop-offs from Seatac.
- Typical nightly rate
- $235-$395 / night
- Good for
- Business trips, Convention stays
- From Seatac Airport
- 15.0 mi · about 28 min
Rooms at Motif Seattle
Prices are the total for your stay, taxes included. Add your airport ride to the same trip after you book.
Renting a car for your stay at Motif Seattle?
Count the whole cost: the daily rate, taxes and airport fees, and parking at your hotel every night.
Nights in town
3 nights
Staying in
Downtown Seattle
- Rental, 3 days
- $255
- Taxes and airport fees (estimate)
- $107
- Hotel parking, 3 nights
- $150
- Rental car, before gas
- $512
- Private ride, airport to Downtown Seattle and back
- $134
The ride is $378 less
Rental rate and fees are typical for SEA as of October 2026; change them to match your quote. Ride is two example sedan fares of $67 quoted on seatac.co; your exact fare is shown before you book. Planning day trips out of the city? A rental usually earns its keep then.
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Your stay
About Motif Seattle
- Stay style
- Downtown city stay
- Typical nightly rate
- $235-$395 / night
- Good for
- Business trips, Convention stays, Walkable downtown plans
- Planning note
- Strong for central Seattle trips where hotel location matters as much as the airport ride.
What guests say
8.4Very good174 guest reviews- Cleanliness
- 7.9
- Service
- 9.3
- Location
- 9.4
- Room Quality
- 8.3
- Amenities
- 8.4
- Value for Money
- 7.8
- Food and Beverage
- 7.4
- Overall Experience
- 8.8
Guests often mention
- Friendly staff
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
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- $235–$395 / night
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- 15.0 mi · 28 min
Good for business trips and convention stays.
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- 15.0 mi · 28 min
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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle
Downtown city stay
7.9Good454 guest reviews- Typical room rate
- $235–$395 / night
- From Seatac
- 15.0 mi · 28 min
Good for business trips and convention stays.
Getting there
Add a ride from Seatac Airport
A private car from the airport to Motif Seattle, door to door: 15.0 miles, about 28 minutes. See your exact fare before you book.
Before you arrive
Helpful to know
Flight timing
Add your flight number when you book so your driver can plan around your arrival.
FAQs
Common questions about this hotel transfer.
How far is Motif Seattle from Seatac?
Motif Seattle is about 15.0 miles from Seatac. Most rides take around 28 minutes, depending on traffic and pickup timing.
How much is a ride from Seatac to Motif Seattle?
The fare is calculated for your exact trip and shown before you book.
Can I reserve a ride to Motif Seattle online?
Yes. This page links directly into an online reservation flow with Motif Seattle already selected as the destination so you can enter your timing and complete the booking.
What does Motif Seattle usually cost per night?
Motif Seattle usually lands around $235-$395 / night, depending on dates, demand, and the room type you book.