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Single Bed
Shared Co-ed or Female Dorm
Available in co-ed or female-only 4, 6, or 8-bed dorm rooms.
Per night from $41
Double Bed
In a Shared Co-ed Dorm
Spacious sleeping for individuals or couples in a shared co-ed 4 or 6-bed dorm room.
Per night from $50
Private Rooms
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A whole 4-bed dorm room to yourself – for small groups, couples, or individuals.
Per night from $90
We offer co-ed dorms (all gender), female-only dorms, double bed in a mixed dorm room, and private rooms. Our rooms are either 4-bed, 6-bed, or 8-bed dorm style, and every bed is a bunk bed.
Each bed has a large storage locker, reading light, fan, four plug outlet and privacy curtains. Every room comes with AC (summers) and radiator heaters. Shared bathrooms are individual units with sink, shower, toilet, and locking door for total privacy. $1 towel service or $5 padlock available for purchase at the front desk.
What our guests think:
Royce Carroll
April 2025
You can't do much better than this at a hostel. I've only occasionally seen better and never in the US. The showers are extremely good. Rooms are well designed. Kitchen is great. Staff are helpful. And the place is just extraordinarily well run.
Nancy
January 2025
This hostel was the best part of my first trip to Seattle. Great clean rooms, washrooms, amazing friendly staff, good breakfast, evening plans which sometimes include food or drinks, the gathering room is the best with card games, massage lounge chairs, lots of seating and the best environment to enjoy with people from across the world at any hour of day or night.
Juan
February 2025
Overall, 5-star experience for this "2 star hotel".
LOCATION! Right in the heart of downtown Seattle. Walkable, Bikeable, public transport, art, culture, architecture, cuisine, entertainment, all just a short stroll away.
I visited for 2 days and nights. Crew at the hostel were great, keeping the place clean and organized. They were very friendly, professional, and helpful thru my brief stay.
The first night I was there was ice cream night! Having a sweet treat was such a a delight after running around the city, sightseeing. The next night was another offering, but I missed my chance, due to concert that had originally called me to Seattle. And breakfast offered was just what I needed to get the days started strong!
Thanks Green Tortoise crew! I can't wait to visit again! Maybe in Seattle, San Francisco, or perhaps one of the great adventure offerings.
Kandi
December 2024
First time at a Hostel. The location is a short distance from the market, H-Mart (Asian grocery store), Target, bus stop, and train, 30min walk from the Space Needle. There is no parking. Public parking is down the street for a charge.
They provided free breakfast (cereal, oatmeal, bagels, breads, and toppings each morning. Refrigerator for any groceries you need stored. Full kitchen with stove, microwave, pots, pans, utensils, dishes, restaurant kitchen style sink and dishwasher.
They have events planned throughout the week for those interested. The staff are super nice and made me feel welcome.
Each bathroom is different and separated in the hall allowing privacy.
I stayed in a girls-only room with 3 bunk beds. Each bunk has a locker under the bottom bunk assigned to it. Each bed comes with a blanket, bed sheet, fitted sheet, fan, electrical outlet to charge devices, light, and curtains for your privacy and personal space. The beds don’t squeak which was FABULOUS!
If you arrive too early, or have checked out but not ready to take your luggage yet, they will store your luggage for free. They are very secure and friendly. I’d stay there again.
The Green Tortoise Hostel is located in the center of Seattle, steps away from the historic Pike Place Market and The Showbox. Outside our doors are vast waterfront views, several acclaimed restaurants, the Space Needle, Seattle Convention Center, and the Museum of Pop Culture.
The Green Tortoise exudes modern charm, includes European style showers with heated tile flooring, privacy curtains around every bunk, and a well-equipped kitchen for cooking or socializing.
The experienced Green Tortoise staff will guide you through the city with their massive pub crawls, free walking tours, & more. We're the perfect place to be yourself and meet like minded inviduals!
Single Occupancy Bathrooms
24/7 Communal Kitchen
Free Nightly Events
Laundry Facility
Wi-Fi & Printing
Foosball Table & Games
Safe Deposit Boxes & Baggage Storage
Smoking Lounge
ATM
Events & Adventures
Beneath The Streets
Free Museum Day
Pike Place Market
Ice Cream Social
Pub Crawls &
Open Mic Night
Free Wine Tasting
Free Dinner
Meet Me Here Podcast
Our Story
The World Famous Green Tortoise Adventure Travel began in the 90s, with one sturdy bus and the realization that beautiful places, great food, and sociable people were the only essentials for gratifying travel experiences.
The Green Tortoise hostels in Seattle and San Francisco are built on the fine tradition of a social communal experience. We have expanded and refined the hostel experience with free internet, free meals, private bathrooms, and comforts that make The Green Tortoise unique.
Directions
We are located at 105B Pike Street, Seattle, WA 98101 across the street from Pike Place Market, with our entrance along Pike St. See below for directions from Seattle's popular transportation terminals.
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
The Link Light Rail (1-Line) connects Sea-Tac Airport and Downtown Seattle with trains running every 15 minutes (from 5am-12am) for $3 per ride. You can purchase your ticket at the station using cash or card.
– Take North and exit downtown at Symphony Station. Walk toward Union St to Pike St. Turn left on Pike St.
– If you exit at Westlake Station, from Pine St walk toward 2nd Ave. Turn left at 2nd Ave and right at Pike St.
– Our front door is located on Pike St in between Seattle Shirt Company and Target. Our reception is on the second floor.
Seattle Yellow Cab taxis can be found 24/7 on the third floor of the airport parking garage, and offer a $45 flat rate to the Downtown Seattle Hotel District. Rideshare apps Lyft and Uber are also widely available in the greater Seattle area, plus a range of taxi and shuttle services.
Travel tip: download map directions before leaving the airport.
From King St (Amtrak) Station
From King St Station, take the Link Light Rail (1-Line) from International District/Chinatown Station. Trains are running every 15 minutes (from 5am-12am) for $3 per ride. You can purchase your ticket at the station using cash or card.
– Take North and exit downtown at Symphony Station. Walk toward Union St to Pike St. Turn left on Pike St.
– If you exit at Westlake Station, from Pine St walk toward 2nd Ave. Turn left at 2nd Ave and right at Pike St.
– Our front door is located on Pike St in between Seattle Shirt Company and Target. Our reception is on the second floor.
King County Metro also offers a number of buses from International District to Downtown Seattle. Pay $2.75 on the bus or get a ticket ahead of time on the Transit Go App.
From Greyhound Bus Station
Cross the tracks to take the Link Light Rail (1-Line) from Stadium Station. Trains are running every 15 minutes (from 5am-12am) for $3 per ride. You can purchase your ticket at the station using cash or card.
– Take North and exit downtown at Symphony Station. Walk toward Union St to Pike St. Turn left on Pike St.
– If you exit at Westlake Station, from Pine St walk toward 2nd Ave. Turn left at 2nd Ave and right at Pike St.
– Our front door is located on Pike St in between Seattle Shirt Company and Target. Our reception is on the second floor.
King County Metro also offers a number of buses from International District to Downtown Seattle. Pay $2.75 on the bus or get a ticket ahead of time on the Transit Go App.
From Flix Bus Station
For the Airport Flix bus stop, use the directions from airport tab.
Cross the tracks to take the Link Light Rail (1-Line) from Stadium Station. Trains are running every 15 minutes (from 5am-12am) for $3 per ride. You can purchase your ticket at the station using cash or card.
– Take North and exit downtown at Symphony Station. Walk toward Union St to Pike St. Turn left on Pike St.
– If you exit at Westlake Station, from Pine St walk toward 2nd Ave. Turn left at 2nd Ave and right at Pike St.
– Our front door is located on Pike St in between Seattle Shirt Company and Target. Our reception is on the second floor.
King County Metro also offers a number of buses from International District to Downtown Seattle. Pay $2.75 on the bus or get a ticket ahead of time on the Transit Go App.
Car Parking
We offer a $5 discount for guests parking at the West Edge (or Place) Garage on Pike & 2nd Ave (please note the garage has no in-and-out privileges).
– Bring your ticket to our front desk before paying for discounted parking at $21 per 24 hours.
– Current garage hours: 7am-7pm.
If you arrive after 7pm, street parking is available 8pm-8am throughout the city. We recommend driving down Elliott Ave or Western Ave near the Olympic Scuplture Park, about a 10-15 minute walk from the hostel through Pike Place Market.
– Free from 8pm-8am, paid 4hr max 8am-12pm.
– Take a photo of the location number and instructions for how to pay, along with the license plate. You can pay online from your phone without being at your car.
Read all signs as Seattle will tow vehicles parked improperly or during no parking times. There is always a risk of breakins with parking in Seattle.