Spokane, WA

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Spokane showing a city, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and rapids
Spokane showing rapids
Riverfront Park featuring a city and landscape views
Spokane which includes a garden and outdoor art
Spokane which includes a garden, a river or creek and a city

Spokane offers wineries and microbreweries, outdoor activities for the whole family and stunning natural scenery, including a waterfall in the downtown area.

Visit Spokane, in the northwest of America, to enjoy varied and beautiful hiking trails, local handcrafts and boutique beers.Start your stay in downtown Spokane where many of the sights are easy to reach on foot via skywalks, climate-controlled bridges that connect buildings.Riverfront Park is right in the heart of downtown. Here, you can take a ride on the Spokane Falls SkyRide and enjoy views of the second-longest urban falls in the country. Within walking distance is River Park Square, a shopping, dining and entertainment precinct. As well as department stores Macy’s and Nordstrom, there’s a range of eclectic specialty shops, which sell anything from locally handcrafted items to tasty chocolates. The kids will love the square’s children’s museum and toy store. Stop in at the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture to browse exhibits that feature local history and culture in five underground galleries. Next door is Campbell House, which was once home to prominent Spokane citizens at the turn of the century. Take a tour of the neoclassical revival-style house to see how the occupants would have lived.Between sightseeing, sip fine brews at a number of pubs or taste wines from some of the 20 wineries in the region. Take a bottle of locally made wine to one of the city’s restaurants. Spokane’s culinary scene prides itself on using locally grown produce to create meals that match the flavors of the regional wine.Venture outside the city center and explore nearby natural attractions such as the Olympic National Rainforest, Mount Rainier and Glacier National Park. Go on a whitewater rafting adventure, try fly fishing or rock climbing, or rent a bike and follow the 37-mile (60-kilometer) trail through the Riverside State Park to the Idaho state line.Set along the Spokane River in the northeast of Washington state, Spokane’s outlying areas are best explored by bus or car. Public transit in the central city area is inexpensive and reliable.

Where to stay in Spokane

St Maarten and St Martin showing a river or creek, a bridge and heritage architecture

Downtown Spokane

4/5(1,339 area reviews)

Discover the central business district with Riverfront Park's Skyride, IMAX theater, and seasonal ice-skating rink. Enjoy concerts and galleries in the Davenport District, and shop at River Park Square Mall. Easily explore with a high Walk Score and good transit options.

Downtown Spokane
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North Spokane

3.5/5(470 area reviews)

You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in North Spokane, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Wonderland Family Fun Center and NorthTown Mall are just a few notable stops.

North Spokane
Spokane showing a river or creek and a bridge

Riverside

4.5/5(232 area reviews)

While visiting Riverside, you might make a stop by sights like First Interstate Center for the Arts and Riverfront Park.

Riverside
Manito Park featuring flowers and a park

South Hill

One reason travelers love spending time in South Hill is the stunning river views, and Manito Park is a top place to visit.

South Hill
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Emerson-Garfield

While Emerson-Garfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Spokane Arena and The Podium.

Emerson-Garfield
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East Central

3.5/5(134 area reviews)

Centrally located in Spokane, East Central boasts diverse areas like Sprague Union District and South Perry District, offering shops, bars, and restaurants. Explore Liberty Park and Underhill Park, and enjoy convenient public transportation options.

East Central
Ramada by Wyndham Spokane Airport

Ramada by Wyndham Spokane Airport

3.5 out of 5
8909 West Airport Drive, Spokane, WA
The price is $148 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$148 total
per night
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Spokane. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,589 reviews)
"Comfortable 3 day stay in a reasonably priced older hotel that is a five minute walk away from the Spokane Airport Terminal."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Spokane Airport
Centennial Hotel Spokane

Centennial Hotel Spokane

3.5 out of 5
303 West North River Drive, Spokane, WA
The price is $131 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$131 total
per night
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Spokane. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,506 reviews)
"It was wonderful, but we did not have any shower gel and I asked to have some brought to the room with taking our trash out since we were there for a couple days. It was never done. I also was bummed there was no continental breakfast. But the rooms were clean and I was excited about parking."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Centennial Hotel Spokane
Ruby River Hotel Downtown Spokane

Ruby River Hotel Downtown Spokane

3.5 out of 5
700 N Division St, Spokane, WA
The price is $126 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$126 total
per night
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Spokane. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,494 reviews)
"Two thumbs up!"

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Ruby River Hotel Downtown Spokane
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stratford Suites

Stratford Suites

2.5 out of 5
11808 W Center Ln, Airway Heights, WA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Airway Heights. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,365 reviews)
"We love staying here due to affordability and comfort of this hotel. Sometimes parking can be an issue depending on the time you return but there is parking usually in the lot, just a bit further away from where you're staying."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Stratford Suites
Bungalow with hidden room behind bookcase door and no cleaning fees

Bungalow with hidden room behind bookcase door and no cleaning fees

Spokane
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Spokane. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Spokane Arena and Riverfront ...
8/10 Very Good! (72 reviews)
"Was a real nice property, there was trash left on the floor upon check cobwebs in the bathroom. The overall stay was excellent."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Bungalow with hidden room behind bookcase door and no cleaning fees
Broadway Charmer, 3 minutes from Downtown and just 13 minutes from the Airport.

Broadway Charmer, 3 minutes from Downtown and just 13 minutes from the Airport.

2 out of 5
Spokane
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Spokane. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Spokane Arena ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Is a very welcoming place to stay. This is our second year staying there. Had plenty of room for family friends."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Broadway Charmer, 3 minutes from Downtown and just 13 minutes from the Airport.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Getting around Spokane

Spokane is a very pedestrian-friendly city, with clean, wide sidewalks, 24-hour street security, and an extensive skywalk system which is a great way to get around downtown quickly. The city has also invested a lot in its cycling infrastructure, with designated cycle paths and places to park your bike. There’s also an extensive bus network which covers the city center as well as areas further out. Visit the Spokane Transit AuthorityOpens in a new window website.Browse Spokane rental cars.

Best time to visit

The most popular and pleasant time to visit Spokane is during the summer months, when the weather is warm and dry, which is particularly important if you'll be using the city as a base for exploring the countryside in the nearby Cascades and Rockies. Winter is often chilly, while spring and fall offer pleasant weather without the crowds of midsummer, and with cheaper hotel rates.

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Reviews of Spokane

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
729
5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
1153
4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
353
3 - Okay 15%
2 - Disappointing
52
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
15
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful smaller city with good dining and great outdoor activities nearby. The Spokane Falls Park is spectacular.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Not much to see or do during the pandemic. It looks like it would be fun in normal circumstances.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Stores and attractions were closed due to co19. However I am fami!isr with Spokane and find many things to do .

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

I was born there, dont like going back. City is just dirty in my opinion.

5/5 - Excellent

Rob

This is an awesome city. #spokanedoesntsuck

3/5 - Okay

Kbelle

We were flying out of Spokane

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