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For transportation from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to the cruise port or hotels, taxis, ride-sharing services, and private shuttles are easily accessible. Additionally, some hotels provide shuttle services, and there are public transportation options such as light rail or buses for convenient transfers.

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Embarking on a cruise should be a relaxing experience from start to finish. At SAS , we specialize in providing hassle-free, comfortable, and reliable transportation to and from Seattle’s cruise terminals, ensuring your journey begins and ends with ease.

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• Convenient Pickup and Drop-off: Whether you’re arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport or staying at a hotel in the city, we offer convenient, door-to-door service to Pier 66 and Pier 91, Seattle’s primary cruise terminals.
• Timely Service: We understand the importance of punctuality when catching a cruise. Our drivers are well-versed in the schedules and requirements of major cruise lines, ensuring you arrive on time and stress-free.
• Experienced Drivers: Our professional drivers are familiar with Seattle’s busy streets and traffic patterns, ensuring a smooth and efficient ride to the terminal.

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• No-Wait Policy: After a long flight, the last thing you want is to wait. Our drivers are punctual, ready, and waiting to whisk you away to your cruise terminal.

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• Terminal Pickup: Our driver will be waiting for you as you disembark, helping with luggage and guiding you to your vehicle.
• Flexible Options: Whether you’re heading straight to the airport, a hotel, or exploring Seattle for a bit before your flight, we can accommodate your plans.

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The Bell Street Pier Cruise Terminal harbors an 11-acre complex along Seattle downtown waterfront, where our Private Van Service is at YOUR service. This exciting, multi-use property is home to Celebrity Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line , which offer weekly sailings to and from Alaska.

Just 10 minutes from the city’s retail core and legendary Space Needle is Seattle new cruise terminal at Pier 91, which is located at the north end of Seattle’s waterfront. Smith Cove at Pier 91 is home to Carnival, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean International.

Let Private Van Service handle all of your ground transportation activities from Seattle or Sea-Tac International Airport, to Pier 66 or Pier 91 Cruise Ship Terminals. Private Van Service offers a wide variety of Pre-Cruise Tours. With our cruise-ship limousine service package you can book a limo, or SUV/Van from the Seattle airport to pier 66/91. Seattle Transportation from hotels using a town-car, limo or SUV to pier 91/66. Instead of waiting in the Seattle-Tacoma International airport, you can choose to enjoy a beautiful tour of Seattle using the most luxurious transportation the Emerald city has to offer. Upon arriving back to Seattle, our town car/SUV or limousine service will be waiting attentively to safely and securely transport you to your desired destination.

We at Private Van Service provide convenience and value to passengers/tourists sailing to and from Alaska. New cruise ships and two downtown cruise terminals make cruising out of Seattle an extremely attractive travel option for tourists/passengers looking for the closeness of cruising from a U.S. based port. Select from 12 distinguished ships for your cruise journey. Whichever cruise you take, either a 7-day Alaska cruise or the more relaxing 14-day voyage, it makes sense to sail from Seattle.

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Two terminals serve the area. Both are located on Seattle’s waterfront, about 20–25 minutes north of Seattle Southside.

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Seattle Express provides shuttle services departing from hotels near the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, to and from cruise ship terminals at Pier 66 and Pier 91. Reservations are required. Call 206-793-8430 or go to www.seattleexpress.com .

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Premier Airport Shuttle provides Seattle cruise shuttle services departing from SEA Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and nearby hotels, to and from the cruise ship terminals at Pier 66 and Pier 91. Reservations are required. Call 206-244-0011 or go to www.premierairportshuttle.com/cruise-transfers .

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Rental Car locations are nearby and listed in the map below. If you plan on driving to the terminal and want to park, you can prepay for parking online using Republic Parking. More information is available at www.cruiseseattleparking.com .

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Car sharing has grown extensively throughout the region over the last few years. Register with one of these three apps, find a car near you and take it for as long as you like. When you’ve arrived at your destination, someone else may take your car, but the number of available cars in the Seattle-area is large enough that you won’t have to go far to find another. Just use the app to find a nearby car.

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Port Seattle cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Seattle, Washington. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Port Seattle's cruise passenger shipping business started in 1999 and is currently ranked first among all West Coast USA homeports (departure seaports). Each homeported ship's visit generates USD 4+ million for Washington State's economy, with annual regional revenue USD 0,9+ billion. The city's best-known landmark is The Space Needle observation tower in downtown (height 184 m / 604 ft), having 6 floors (top floor heigth 158 m / 518 ft) and 3 lifts.

Currently, Port's cruise business generates 5500+ jobs and annually ~USD 450 million in revenue (~USD 900M total economic activities) plus ~USD 15M in local and state taxes. Each Seattle-homeported cruise liner call generates USD 2,5+ million for the local economy. Seattle is the homeport of the Coast Guard icebreaker USCGC Healy .

In August 2015 was formed the Northwest Seaport Alliance via a merger of Port Tacoma 's and Port Seattle's cargo shipping operations. By annual cargo volumes, the Tacoma-Seattle port terminal operations are ranked USA's 4th-largest (after Port Los Angeles, Port Long Beach and Port New York-New Jersey NYC ) and among North America's top-10-largest.

In June 2024, Port Seattle signed a 10-year agreement (through 2033, plus an optional 5-year extension/until 2038) with Carnival Corporation for preferential berthing. The contract guarantees a minimum of U$186 million in revenue (US$273M if extended to 15 years) and annually a minimum of 550,000 cruisers.

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During the Port's inaugural cruise season (1999) were handled only 6 ship calls and 6615 passengers. 

Port Seattle (locode USSEA) currently has two cruise facilities - Smith Cove Terminal (at Pier 91) and Bell Street Terminal (at Pier 66).

• Pier 91's terminal serves Carnival Corporation-owned ships (Holland America, Princess) and Celebrity and RCG/Royal Caribbean Group-owned ships (Celebrity and RCI).
• Pier 66's terminal serves NCLH/Norwegian-owned ships (NCL and Oceania).

Statistical data shows that an average turnaround cruise tourist spends USD 1547 in the city (on hotels/lodging, dining/drinking, transportation, shopping). Each vessel call generates USD 4,2 million for the region. Cruise companies ' spending includes in-port marine services and also purchasing supplies from local suppliers, including seafood, fresh produce (fruits, vegetables, flowers, eggs), butter, wines.

Since 2017, passengers disembarking in Seattle check their luggage through port's new "Cruise Luggage Valet Program" (cooperation with Seattle-Tacoma International Airport) and receive their airline boarding passes prior to debarkation.

On August 12, 2015, the seaport signed a 15-year lease deal with NCLH (Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings). The deal secured all NCLH ships ( NCL , Oceania and RSSC-Regent Seven Seas ) in Port Seattle for the full term of the lease of Bell Street Terminal (Pier 66). The guaranteed passenger volume was estimated to bring ~USD 73 million of revenue to the cruise port. According to official statistics, Alaskan cruises from Seattle generate ~USD 440 million in economic impact annually. Additionally, NCLH agreed to make improvements to Terminal 66 that were estimated at USD 30 million to expand its facilities. Under the new lease, NCLH manages all terminal operations and has priority berthing rights during the season.

Port Seattle operates Terminal 66's facilities outside the Alaskan season. The 15-year lease deal was estimated to generate USD 2+ billion in business revenue, ~900 new jobs, USD 65+ million in local and state taxes. In 2015, the cruise port handled 192 ship calls and 895,055 passengers. in 2016, passengers number reached 960,000.

In early-April 2016, Port Seattle announced plans to ease flight-cruise passengers at Sea-Tac Airport by temporarily replacing TSA security staff with contractors. This made the security checking faster. Starting May 2016, TSA staff was trained locally to increase the number of processed cruisers at the airport. Also, more checkpoint lanes were opened.

• On May 16, 2016, Explorer of the Seas (West Coast USA's largest passenger ship) arrived in Seattle. Liner's inaugural Alaskan season had scheduled 7-night roundtrips to Alaska and Canada (Juneau, Skagway, Tracy Arm Fjord, Victoria BC).
• On July 30, 2016, at "Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade" (annual event) in downtown was presented a replica cruise ship - Holland America's Koningsdam . The replica was a helium balloon - one of parade's over 100 floats. The balloon ship had length of 45 ft (14 m) and height of 11 ft (3,3 m) and was guided by 30x HAL employees through the streets. HAL is a sponsor and participant of the parade. In previous parades, HAL employees carried an orca-whale replica balloon.
• In October 2016, Port Seattle announced its plans to invest USD 20 million in improvements to Bell Harbor Conference Center (adjacent to Pier 66).

In May 2017 was opened the renovated Pier 66 cruise terminal facility (see in the "terminal" section below) where are homeported NCL ships. The 15-year lease to NCL (until 2032) is estimated to generate over USD 2,3 billion in total revenue, nearly 900 jobs and over USD 65 million in taxes. 2017 was a record year for the cruise port - with handled 218 ship calls and nearly 1,072 million passengers (9% increase over 2016's 983,539 pax) and total revenue USD 501 million.

In 2017, Holland America Line started an ad campaign on 3 commuter trains running on Seattle's Sound Transit Light Rail System. The trains were operated between January and April 2017, when the Alaskan cruising season begins. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on January 10 at University of Washington (train station). On September 23, 2017, Port Seattle welcomed its 1 millionth cruise tourist in a single Alaskan season (2 passengers on HAL's Eurodam ). Industry's regional economic impact in 2017 surpassed USD 500 million.

In early-March 2018, the schedules for ferries leaving from Seattle were changed due to the demolition of the old Washington State Ferries terminal to make space for a new (smaller-sized) facility. Half of Colman Dock (ferry terminal) building was closed off to the public. The wood-piling supported terminal building was considered seismically vulnerable, with many pilings riddled with marine termites. The demolition and construction works were scheduled for completion in 2023. The new/expanded building connects all the 4 ferry slips. Colman Dock serves ferries crossing daily to Bremerton WA and Bainbridge Island.

On May 30, 2018, arrived the largest so far Seattle-homeported Alaskan cruise liner - Norwegian Bliss (gross tonnage 164600 tons, max passengers 5200, crew 1730). The vessel was homeported at Pier 66, operating on weekly roundtrips during summer. NCL Bliss is world's first specifically constructed for Alaska mega-liner. In 2018, the cruise port handled a total of 216 ship calls and nearly 1,072 million passengers (4% increase over 2017).

In late-November 2018, Port Seattle's Terminal 18 (operated by SSA Marine Inc) surpassed the 1 million TEU-container volume. This was Washington state's first time when a single cargo terminal handled 1 million containers in a year. Container Terminal 18 is in North Harbor (Northwest Seaport). In April 2018, CT 18 became the first in Puget Sound with moved 5500 TEUs on and off a single boxship (container carrier) , which averaged 30 gantry-crane moves per hour. In 2018, CT 18 was upgraded with new RTGs (rubber-tired gantry cranes), resulting in added two new shipping routes - AL5 (Transatlantic by THE Alliance) and PNS (Pacific Northwest Service by SM Lines).

In early-December 2018, Port's Commission approved budget 2019 and future budget 2019-2023 (capital investment plan). The 5-year plan included USD 348 million for investments in Seattle's waterfront area. Of this budget, USD 100 million were for a new berth (4th cruise terminal / Pier 46), USD 39 million for Terminal 91 developments and USD 35 million for Terminal 91's berth replacement. Budget 2019 (USD 935 million) spent 51% of seaport's USD 1,94 billion capital expenditures, and 23% of all operating expenses. Budget 2019 also included developments for Sea-Tac Airport - North Satellite Expansion and Modernisation Project (started in February 2017), International Arrivals Terminal, high-speed baggage handling system. Works on the new cruise terminal at Pier 46 (Terminal 46) were suspended in 2020 due to the COVID crisis.

During season 2019 (April-October), the cruise port handled 211 ship calls and ~1,2 million passengers (1,114 million were handled in 2018). For 2020 was forecasted a record year with scheduled 225 ship calls and estimated ~1,4 million passengers.

In 2022 was completed NWSA Terminal 5. The new facility (abbrev Northwest Seaport Alliance) is a container ship terminal fitted with 5x super-large STS cranes (ship-to-shore/rail-mounted gantry cranes).

• The 5x STS were constructed in China (by ZPMC-Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co) and were delivered in June 2021 via ZHEN HUA 36 (2003-built Heavy Load Carrier/IMO 9254903).
• By height ( 316 ft / 96,3 m) and outreach boom (240 ft / 73,2 m), the Chinese cranes are among the largest on the US West Coast, with capacity to handle even the world's biggest boxships .
• The ZPMC cranes' owner and operator is SSA Marine Inc (1949-founded, currently subsidiary of Carrix Inc/1994-founded company specializing in transportation and logistics services).

Following the Coronavirus crisis, in 2021 (July 19 thru Oct 23) Port Seattle handled 83 cruise ship calls and ~230,000 passengers. In 2022 were handled 296 cruise ship calls and ~1,28 million passengers (+6% over 2019). Homeporting operations were conducted by 7x major companies operating 14x ships.

In 2023 (April-October) the Port received 291 ship calls and 1,778 million passengers.

In August 2023, the Port's Commission approved US$32,6M budget for transforming (renovation and modernization) the historic Ship Supply Building at Fishermen’s Terminal (Port's oldest) into a Maritime Innovation Center (Living Building Challenge/LBC-certified facility). The construction started with the groundbreaking ceremony on May 21, 2024.For the project was contracted Miller Hull Partnership (Seattle-based architectural firm).

In 2024, the cruise port reported a total of 275 booked berthings with estimated 800,000+ passengers.

Since 2024, Pier 66's dock provides shore power connectivity/cold ironing . Shore-to-ship power capability allows berthed ships to shut down their engines and plug into the city's electrical grid for all shipboard equipment and hotel services, thus reducing in-port noise and air pollution. On June 11th (2024), the Port Commission approved mandate shore-power usage for all Seattle-homeported cruise ships, effective from 2027.

Cruise itineraries to and from Seattle WA

Follows a list of destinations visited by cruise ships leaving out of Seattle:

• 7-day round-trip Inside Passage Alaska cruises out of Seattle visit the Alaskan ports Ketchikan, Tracy Arm, Glacier Bay, Juneau, Skagway. These itineraries often include a day stop at call port Victoria (BC Canada) .
• Itineraries on small ships or luxury cruises visit also the Alaskan ports Wrangell , Hubbard Glacier , Sitka (Baranof Island) .
• One-way Alaska repositioning cruises from Seattle to Vancouver BC (Canada) - and the reverse Vancouver to Seattle, are special 1-day cruise deals. Those are offered, respectively, in late Fall / Spring when cruise ships relocate out of Alaska. Seattle to Vancouver deals on longer itineraries (up to 17 days) may include visiting Hawaii before returning back to Vancouver.
• Other repositioning cruise deals to and from Seattle include ports in California (departures from Los Angeles , San Diego , San Francisco ), even in Caribbean (with Panama Canal transition ), to Hawaii and Australia, and rarely to South America.
• Among the passenger shipping companies leaving from Seattle are CCL-Carnival, Celebrity, HAL-Holland America, NCL-Norwegian, Princess, RCI-Royal Caribbean, Oceania, Lindblad-National Geographic.

In 2019, the US company Vigor Industrial opened a new drydock facility in Port Seattle, with capacity to handle mega-yachts and mid-sized cruise liners. The company's other (larger) drydock is in Portland Oregon . New drydock's operations started with the 3-week long refurbishment of Oceania Regatta .

Seattle cruise terminal

The cruise port of Seattle was established on September 5, 1911, with the votes of King County, WA, confirmed by Port District Act and run by an elected 5-member commission. This port district runs both the airport and the seaport of Seattle.

The seaport of Washington State is nicknamed ”The Emerald City“. It currently has 2 passenger terminals - "Terminal 91" and "Bell Street Pier Cruise Terminal" (aka "Pier 66"), plus 1 new/planned (Pier 46). Fishermen's Terminal (on Salmon Bay) is the homeport (dock) for Washington state's North Pacific Fishing Fleet (commercial fishing vessels).

(NEW) Pier 46 Cruise Terminal

In mid-November 2018, Port Seattle Commission unveiled plans for a USD 348 million project for infrastructure developments, waterfront upgrades and building a new cruise terminal.

• City's new seaport levy growth brings in USD 74,2 million per year and helped paying for the new projects. It also funded environmental programs. It is expected to be approved a 3% property tax increase, which means the owner of USD 590,000 property (currently paying USD 69 annually to the port) would pay around $70 in 2019, and $79 in 2023.

The Port's capital improvement plan includes upgrading the Fishermen's Terminal, new light industrial space in Interbay (close to Terminal 91), modernization of Bell Harbor's conference center, new cruise terminal (at Pier 46).

Of the total US$348M, US$100M were for the new berth/4th cruise terminal) at Pier 46.

Construction works on Pier 46's "Terminal 5" started on March 13, 2019. The new facility can handle ULCV (ultra-large container vessels/boxships) , supports ~6600 direct jobs and generates USD 2+ billion in annual business activities. From the US$ 340M, the private company SSA Terminals (subsidiary of SSA Marine Inc) contributed US$ 160M. The 185-acre (75-hectares) terminal will be open in 2 phases - one berth in 2021-Q1, and the other in 2023. Terminal 5 can handle 2 large boxships (max capacity 18,000 TEU-containers) simultaneously.

Port Seattle's North and South harbor container terminals can handle ships with max capacity 14,000 TEUs.

The new "Cruise Terminal 46" as a project is currently suspended. When restarted, the new facility will be operated by a private company (TBA) which is due to be responsible for 50% of all development costs (~USD 100 million). Terminal 46 is located south of downtown and has 3100 ft (945 m) berthing, 50 ft (15 m) water depth / max draught, combined land area 86 acres (350,000 m2) and a cruise terminal building with capacity 5,000 passengers. Berth's northern portion serves as cruise dock (land area 29 acres / 117,360 m2), while its south end is for docking of breakbulk cargo ships.

Since 2019, Terminal 46 is no longer used for international container shipping. Cruise terminal's completion was scheduled for 2020. The new facility will also have shoreside power capabilities .

Bell Street Pier 66 cruise terminal

Terminal 66 was inaugurated in May 2000. In 2017 was completed the USD  30 million terminal expansion project.

• address: "Port of SeattleSeattle, Bell Street Pier Cruise Terminal (Pier #66), 2225 Alaskan Way, Seattle, Washington 98121"
• location - at the north end of city's waterfront, ~10 min drive distance from the city's shopping centre and the Space Needle tower
• Driving directions to Pier 66 Terminal: from Interstate 5 Northbound take Mercer Street westbound (exit 167). Turn left on 5th Ave N. Turn right on Broad St. Turn left on Alaskan Way. Follow the signs to Pier 66.
• 1 berth (length 1600 ft / 489 m) or 2 berths with in-transit ships
• Pier 66 is an 479160 ft2 / 44515 m2 sized passenger terminal complex along downtown's waterfront. Pier 66 terminal serves the ships of NCL-Norwegian ,  Oceania  and  RSSC-Regent . Pier 66 is at close walking distance to Pike Place Market (public market) and Seattle Aquarium (public aquarium on Pier 59). City's landmark Space Needle (observation tower) is also nearby.
• Among the amenities offered are concierge service (luggage storage before/after voyages, information), wheelchair, mobility scooter and oxygen rentals (equipment delivered directly to the cabin), restaurants, mini-mart (deli, ATM).
• There is a free of charge shuttle service to the terminal.
• A mechanized gangway serves the embarkation/disembarkation process (from building's floor 2/ticketing level). A second gangway was installed in May 2018.
• Bell Street Cruise Terminal is close to Seattle-Tacoma Airport (~15-20 min drive distance) and to downtown (~5 min drive distance). The terminal is located on a 10-acre area, sited on Pier #66. The dock had served as a refrigerated storage, railway station and warehousing. The terminal building is 2-floor, with a system which allows direct transfer to the ship from the upper one. A covered parking garage (capacity 1700 cars, including 25 handicap lots, daily parking fee $23) is located across the street. The terminal offers restaurant, cafe, luggage handling, concierge, rental car kiosk and shops. It has only one cruise ship mooring access.
• In August 2015, NCL signed a 15-year lease deal with the port for the Bell Street Cruise Terminal. The contract secured NCL cruise ships in Seattle and provided passenger volume guarantees with a total revenue for the port estimated at USD 73 million. Under the new lease, NCL Holdings manages all operations at Pier 66. The line also has priority rights to the berth during the Alaskan cruise season. The facilities outside the Alaskan season are operated by port authorities. The 15-year lease will generate over USD 2 billion in total revenue for the region, plus over 900 local jobs and over USD 65 million in state/local taxes.

NCL's USD 30 million investment into Pier 66 allowed in Seattle to be homeported the ever-largest Alaskan ship - Norwegian Bliss . The liner started turnaround (roundtrip itinerary) operations in June 2018 with 7-day Inside Passage cruises. To handle new ship's capacity (5200 passengers, 1730 crew), Terminal 66 was expanded from 44,000 ft2 (4090 m2) to 151,000 ft2 (14030 m2). On May 23, 2017, representatives from Port Seattle and NCLH-Norwegian celebrated the opening of the newly renovated Pier 66 Terminal. Upgrades included a mobile gangway (passenger boarding bridge), renovated check-in area and VIP lounge.

Smith Cove Pier 91 cruise terminal (Magnolia)

• address - "Cruise Terminal 91 (Smith Cove Cruise Terminal), 2001 West Garfield St., Seattle, Washington 98119 "
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• 2 berths (length 1200 ft / 366 m each)
• Pier 91 terminal serves the ships of Carnival, Celebrity, Holland America, Princess, Disney and Royal Caribbean.
• Pier 91 cruise terminal was opened in 2009. It has mechanized gangway for embarkation/disembarkation from floor 2 (the ticketing level).

Smith Cove Cruise Terminal is close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (~20-25 min drive) and to downtown (~10 min drive). The terminal is located on Pier #90 and Pier #91, at approx 2 mi (3 km)  from downtown in northwestern direction. This port used to serve as an industrial port and a resupply base and still looks a kind of industrial. The Smith Cove terminal offers car rental desk, concierge, luggage handling, retail kiosks, check-in and customs. Close there is a parking and shuttle minibus service which is free. The passengers can pick up a cell phone car lot. It has two cruise ship moorings.

Cruise ship terminal directions and parking

(route 1) From Interstate 5 Southbound - use Mercer Street Exit from I-5 (exit 167). Continue on westbound onto Elliott Ave. Follow the signs to Pier 91.

(route 2) From Interstate 5 Southbound - exit on Union St (exit 165B), continue to 4th Ave. Turn right on 4th Ave. Turn left onto Wall St. Turn right on Western Ave. Follow the signs to Pier 91.

(route 3) From Interstate 5 Northbound - use Mercer Street Exit from I-5 (exit 167), continue westbound onto Elliott Ave. Follow the signs to Pier 91.

(Bell Street Pier) There is a 1700-cars secure parking garage (Republic Parking) located across the street (on 9 Wall Street) including 25 handicap lots (phone number (206) 783-

(Smith Cove) There is a 1000-cars secure parking garage and free of charge shuttle service to the terminal.

Cruise parking prices are:

• At Seattle Cruise Park (~10 min away from the seaport), parking costs USD 157 USD (7-night voyage) or USD 2000 (14-night).
• (cheaper alternatives/24-hour security parking) HomeTowne Studios (by Red Roof Inn) costs USD 5/day, Quality Inn Seatac Airport Parking costs USD 4,50/day.

Port Seattle, along with its 2 cruise terminals also has cargo terminals and drydock facilities for marine vessel refurbishments and repairs .

• UN-LOCODE (United Nations location code) - USSEA
• two dedicated cruise terminals
• capability to accommodate 4 vessels at a time
• 3 deepwater berths with shore-to-ship power (shore-side electricity supply)
• supported by excellent road and air infrastructure

The Port is accessible only during late spring (April), summer months and early fall (late September, early October). Cruise ships usually arrive in Seattle in the early morning (at 6, 7 or 8 am) and depart from Seattle in the late afternoon (4 or 5 pm).

Seattle tours, shore excursions, hotels

City tours and shore excursions.

Space Needle: enjoy beautiful city center views, buy souvenirs or dine at the rotating SkyCity restaurant.

Pioneer Square: situated a mile away from Bell Street Pier, the original center of the pioneer town and the place of the first timber mill in Seattle.

Seattle Aquarium: located by Pier #59, offers interesting sea creatures like the Pacific coral world, brightly colored fish, Puget sound fish and tentacled octopus. You can also visit the shop of the aquarium.

Museum of Flight: aviation devoted museum where you can see superb full WWII fighter planes collection, Shuttle space plane, flight attendants fashion and International Space Station mockup.

Pike Place Market: great farmers’ city market, a place where you can walk and watch plenty goods. It is located right to Bell Street Pier.

Seattle Art Museum Downtown: the biggest museum of art in the region, enjoy artworks from all over the world while touring in the galleries.

Olympic Sculpture Park: free park with thought provoking and abstract sculptures, located a mile away from Bell Street Pier in northwest direction.

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Traffic jams in Seattle are legendary, and rated among the worst in the entire United States.

Add variable weather conditions that can be blustery and cold – not to mention the rains that are even more notorious than the city’s traffic – and just getting to the pier to board your ship can seem like an unending journey in itself.

Luckily, most hotels in Seattle can accommodate your overnight needs, and then get you to the cruiseship terminal with a dedicated shuttle service, typically for a very reasonable fee.

Seattle is a tourist and business destination itself, with a broad selection of hotels and accommodations at various price levels.

With port transfers widely available and cheap, your best bet is to choose a hotel based on your preferences – what type of room you’d like, price range, star rating, free breakfast and so on according to your needs.

Within your choices, you will no doubt find hotels that offer a port shuttle service to Smith Cove and Bell Street cruise terminals, and where they don’t many will arrange a port transfer through a car service.

Read also : 19 Best (Luxury) Hotels near Seattle Cruise Port

To make your choice easy, we’ve rounded up a list of 17 hotels in Seattle that offer an easy shuttle service to the Cruise Ship Terminal.

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What Hotel offer a ‘Free’ Shuttle to Pier 91/66 in Seattle?

1. pan pacific seattle ★★★★.

Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, the Pan Pacific hotel captures the essence of the Emerald City. You get to enjoy the unparalleled hospitality of the property with their services and thoughtful touches that enliven your stay.

You also enjoy complimentary shuttle service to all locations within two miles of the hotel (between 10am-6:30pm). If you are going to pier 66, it’s within the two-mile range, but pier 91 Smith Cove cruise terminal is not. The shuttle service ensures that you get to view the booming South Lake Union neighbourhood.

Shuttle: Free to Pier 66

Other Hotels with Transport Service to Seattle Cruise Port

1. the mediterranean inn ★★★ (popular).

A splash of Mediterranean style in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle, conveniently close to attractions like the Space Needle, along with the cruise terminals at both Pier 66 and Pier 91. You’ll enjoy comfortable rooms with free WiFi, and panoramic views of the city skyline from the rooftop bar.

The hotel offers a  shuttle service to Pier 66 and Pier 91 at the cost of approx. $10.00* per person (third party). The rate includes baggage, and the shuttle departs for the ports several times each day. You can sign up for the transfer when you check in.

2. The Edgewater, a Noble House Hotel ★★★★ (Pier 66 – Walking Distance)

Located right next to Pier 66, The Edgewater is an ideal per-cruise hotel stay. It’s the only waterfront hotel choice in downtown Seattle, with a choice of ocean or city view rooms. You’ll enjoy the comfortable rooms and resort style atmosphere. The hotel is a mere 5 minutes’ walk from Pier 66 .

The concierge will arrange for your transfer to the cruise terminal at Pier 91 (2.5 miles away) via a town car service or taxi (around $20, depending on traffic). Another option is to take an Uber/Lyft (from $13.00).

3. MarQueen Hotel ★★★★

A comfortable boutique hotel with classic laid back Seattle style housed in a historic Queen Anne-style building dating back to 1918, you’ll enjoy the lively neighborhood and proximity to the Seattle Center and the city’s other iconic attractions. Free breakfast and WiFi come with your room and its elegant period furniture and decor.

There is a shuttle service available from the hotel to the cruise terminals at the cost of around $10.00 USD* per person – just ask your concierge to make arrangements.

4. Belltown Inn ★★★ (Popular – Good Value)

This centrally located stylish hotel is not just family friendly, it’s pet friendly too. You’ll relax in classic modern decor, with a convenient kitchenette with microwave located in each room. You can walk to the historic district where you’ll find Pike’s Public Market, the Space Needle, and other famous city attractions. Pier 66 is a short 10 minutes walk downhill from the Belltown Inn.

The hotel can arrange a shuttle service (third party company) to both cruise ports, at a rate of around $10.00* USD per person to Pier 91 , and Pier 66 . Just ask the front desk for latest information and arrangements to your cruise terminal transportation when you check in. A cab will cost you around $20.00 (incl. tip), Lyft/Uber fare starts at $14.00. (Fares depending on demand and traffic)

5. Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown ★★★

The hotel is an 11-minute walk from the Space Needle, and it provides you with access to more of Seattle’s landmarks like the city centre and Pike Place Market. If you would like to go to the Port of Seattle, the hotel is half a mile away. A convenient location for anyone who would love a cruise. A free hot breakfast buffet is provided for guests.

As a guest, you get to enjoy transportation to the airport terminal and cruise ports. You part with $55* for up to three people from the airport terminal to the cruise port. From the hotel to the cruise port, the charges will be around $8.00* per person .

6. Holiday Inn Express Seattle – Sea-Tac Airport, an IHG Hotel ★★★ (Cruise Shuttle)

While at Holiday Inn Express Seattle hotel, you get to enjoy the professional and diverse staff. They are conversant in Korean, Spanish, and English. During your stay, you will enjoy free parking, and you can also assess the park and fly packages depending on your needs.

You can reserve a free shuttle ride to Westfield Mall. To access cruise pier 66 and 91, you can consider the shuttle service at $20 per person each way. Booking your shuttle ride at the front desk guarantees that you know about the operating hours and the different complimentary options.

Shuttle transport to/from the airport is free.

7. Holiday Inn Seattle DWTN Lake Union, an IHG Hotel ★★★

Stay in the shadow of the Space Needle, the Holiday Inn DWTN Lake Union is within walking distance to Denny Park, the Seattle Art Museum and other attractions. The hotel offers a more traditional decor. Stay in a comfortably furnished standard, King or Queen room.

There is shuttle service available for Norwegian or Oceania Cruises at Pier 66, and for Holland America, Princess, Royal Caribbean, Carnival or Celebrity Cruises through Pier 91, the fee is approx. $10USD* per person . Reservations are required, just sign up at the time of check-in.

The hotel uses a 3rd party transportation to/from the airport. Private car service to the airport is approx. $65* for 3 people and there are additional fees for more than 3 people.

8. Staypineapple at The Maxwell Hotel ★★★ (Very Good Value)

Art lovers will adore this fashionable contemporary hotel, with a bold decor and walls adorned with paintings. Stylish rooms feature microwaves and mini-fridges, along with free WiFi, with an indoor pool and gym to enjoy. Conveniently located a short distance from the city’s major attractions.

While the hotel doesn’t offer its own shuttle service, they will arrange your transportation to either pier. Arrange a ride at the front desk staff 24 hrs before departure. A town car or van will pick you up and get you to the cruise ship pier. The fares are reasonably priced, Pier 91 is approx. $12 a person, and Pier 66 approx. $10 per person .

Other options include taxi and Uber/Lyft which will be slightly cheaper.

9. Ace Hotel Seattle ★★★ (Affordable)

This budget friendly hotel is located in the Belltown neighborhood, which is on the waterfront adjacent to downtown Seattle. It’s home to shopping, art galleries, restaurants and live-music spots. The Ace Hotel lets you enjoy the best of the city even in a short stay. It’s an easy stroll to streets filled with 19th century architecture, along with shops and the city’s iconic cafe culture. Rooms are comfortable but basic. Some have shared bathrooms.

Prices for a taxi to the pier 91 will be around $20.00, depending on how much traffic and Uber/Lyft starts at $12.00.

Pier 66 cruise terminal is within walking distance (8 min. on foot). A taxi will cost you between $5.00 and $10.00.

10. Hotel 1000, LXR Hotels & Resorts ★★★★ (Top)

Get a taste of Seattle’s downtown vibe in this deluxe 4 star hotel. You’ll enjoy the modern decor, with free WiFi, on-site seafood restaurant and features a full-service spa. The hotel is located in downtown Seattle, 10 minutes walk from Pike Place Market and less than a mile from the Seattle Aquarium, with many of the city’s famous attractions at your fingertips.

The hotel does not have it’s own shuttle service, but can help you arrange transportation . To give you an idea, taxi fares to both ports are approx. $25.00 USD for Pier 91, and around $10.00 USD for Pier 66. Uber/Lyft will cost you a bit less.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown ★★★ (Popular)

During your stay at Hampton Inn & Suites, you will enjoy the eight-minute walk to the Space Needle tower, the Pike Place Market, and the Seattle Art Museum that’s two miles away. You also get to enjoy complimentary parking during your stay. Very popular pre/post-cruise stay.

From Hampton Inn & Suites, you also get to enjoy shuttle rides to pier 66 and 91 for a fee. You get to enjoy quick, convenient, and reliable rides through these shuttles (please check with hotel for latest shuttle information).

Taxi fares to Smith Cove cruise terminal will be around $20 depending on traffic (Uber starts at $15), while a trip to pier 66 will cost you around $12.00 (Lyft/Uber from $6.00).

12. Mayflower Park Hotel ★★★★ (Top)

Located in Westlake Park, this elegant hotel was built in 1927, with opulent Queen Anne-style decor and a refined atmosphere. You’ll enjoy relaxing in the extra-deep soaking tub in your room, outfitted with free WiFi and coffeemakers, among other amenities. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of Pike’s Place Market, and a short distance from the downtown and other attractions.

The hotel currently does have a shuttle for a fee of around $15.00* . You can also easily take a taxi (around $23 to Pier 91, $16 to Pier 66 depending on traffic) or a service like Uber or Lyft (from $17 to Pier 91, from $11 to Pier 66) to get to the ports. You can also check with your cruise company to see if other transportation options are available.

Pier 66 is about 15 minutes walk away .

13. Hyatt House Seattle Downtown ★★★ (Great Value)

The hotel nests in the shadow of the Space Needle and provides you with an excellent destination for your next visit or vacation. From the hotel, you can gaze at the serene glory of Puget Sound or the Olympic Mountains.

Located in the heart of Seattle WA, you will find everything you need to experience. As a guest, you can take advantage of the free shuttle to one of the 4 designated pick up and drop off locations within one mile of the hotel . This shuttle can take you near to pier 66 Bell Street cruise terminal.

During cruise ship season the hotel provides a convenient transportation to Pier 66 or Pier 91, provided by a third party company. The transfer can be arranged at the hotel at your check in time. Price will be around $10.00 per person.

14. Hotel Theodore ★★★★ (Boutique)

Enjoy Seattle in upscale style at this stylish boutique hotel built in 1929. You’ll stay in the downtown area, close to major attractions like the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, and within walking distance of Seattle’s central business district. Spacious and elegantly furnished modern rooms have free WiFi, and special amenities for your dog if you’re traveling with Rover.

The hotel’s front desk will arrange transportation to either cruise terminal via a town car service.

15. Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport, an IHG Hotel ★★★★

If you are one who’s flying to Seattle prior to your cruise, Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport is the ideal property since it offer a free 24h airport transfer service and is located adjacent to Link Light Rail. Westfield Southcenter Mall also offers a complimentary local shuttle to the mall from the hotel.

As the property is located near the train station and Seattle Tacoma International Airport , thus making your commutes quick and easy. As a guest, you can find some third-party shuttles which will transport you to and from the pier from $27* per person one way and from $50* per person for a round trip.

16. Silver Cloud Hotel – Seattle Stadium ★★★★

Silver Cloud Hotel is an excellent option for tradeshow attendees, sports fans, or anyone who wants to experience the Seattle district. It’s a walking distance from Pioneer Square that has galleries, shopping malls, and fine restaurants.

You get to enjoy Jimmy’s On First, a casual upscale bar and restaurant in the hotel. Unfortunately they discontinued the free shuttle service transport to and from all Seattle cruise ship terminals . All Silver Cloud hotels also have a 100% pet-free and smoke-free environment.

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note (*) : The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Most rates listed are one-way fees and are subject to change without notice. Fees can be changed by the hotel and may change at any time. Please contact the hotel directly for latest shuttle information and hotel/cruise parking packages.

Prices are based on travel to Pier 91 Smith Cove cruise terminal and Bell Street Pier 66 in the downtown area.

(Latest update December 20th 2023)

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What Hotels offer a free shuttle to pier 91 in Seattle?

Most hotels in Seattle can accommodate your overnight needs, and then get you to the cruiseship terminal with a dedicated shuttle service, typically for a very reasonable fee. However there a few hotels that offer a free shuttle service to Seattle cruise port. Pan Pacific Seattle for example offer complimentary shuttle service to all locations within two miles of the hotel which includes Pier 66.

What Hotels offer Transport Service to Seattle Cruise Port?

We’ve rounded up a list of hotels in Seattle that offer an easy shuttle service to both Pier 66 and Pier 91 Cruise Ship Terminal. Located in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle is The Mediterranean Inn , offering a shuttle service at the cost of approx. $10.00 per person. Among other hotels providing transportation (provided by third party companies) are MarQueen Hotel, Belltown Inn, Staypineapple at The Maxwell Hotel and Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle Downtown . Charges will be around $10.00 to $12.00 per person depending on which cruise port.

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12+ Easy Seattle Hotels With Shuttles to the Cruise Ports

Seattle hotels with cruise port shuttles make getting to your ship much simpler on cruise day. Instead of worrying about taxis or arranging transportation, you can book your room and have your ride to the port also taken care of.

And given the location in this far corner of the United States, that means many people have to fly in for their trip. Should you want to fly in, it’s a good idea to arrive at least the day before your cruise departs.

Not only is Seattle a wonderful city to visit with lots to see, but if there are any delays such as weather or flight cancellations, you still have plenty of time to reach your ship. Of course, if you are flying in early then you also need a place to stay.

This city has no shortage of hotels near the cruise ports — Pier 66 and Pier 91. And with cruising being big business in the area, many hotels offer perks and incentives to attract cruise passengers. One of those perks is transportation to the cruise port. Stay a night, and they will offer to arrange a shuttle to your ship, usually for a small fee.

Now, not every Seattle hotel offers shuttles to the cruise terminal. However, we’ve rounded up a number of them that do. If you need a ride to the port come cruise day, these are some good options. If you have a hotel in mind already that’s not on our list, it’s a good idea to call and see if they will offer a ride.

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Seattle Hotels with Cruise Shuttles (Near Downtown)

Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown For those wanting to visit Seattle, the location of the Hyatt Place can’t be beat. Just a couple of blocks from the Space Needle, you’re in the heart of the city with lots of things to do. The hotel also offers shuttle service to Pier 66 and Pier 91 for $10 per person (cash). You’ll just let the front desk know that you’ll need a ride when you check-in.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Distance to Port: 1 mile
• Review Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Seattle Center If you want to stay in a great location near the cruise ports and all the cool things that Seattle has to offer, this hotel is a great option. It’s walking distance to the Space Needle  and Museum of Pop Culture. As well, you are near the ports, with shuttle transportation to the ship for $15 per person, whether sailing Pier 66 or Pier 91. 

• Distance to Port: 1.5 miles
• Review Rating: 4 out of 5

Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Simple and clean accommodations, this hotel has everything you’d expect — fitness center, breakfast, wi-fi — and also has suites, making it ideal for those traveling with larger groups. It’s also near everything in Seattle Center, but on the opposite side of downtown, making things a bit calmer. If you need a ride to the port, a phone call told us it was $8 per person.

Mediterranean Inn A local hotel in the Queen Anne district of Seattle, this spot puts you near sights like the Space Needle and the cruise ports. Visitors shouldn’t miss the outdoor terrace with fantastic views of downtown and Mount Rainier. If taking the hotel’s ride to the cruise terminal, it is $10 per person and you can arrange the ride at check-in.

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Travelodge Seattle by the Space Needle The Travelodge offers affordable accommodations near Seattle’s most iconic landmark — the Space Needle. A phone call to the hotel told us that rides can be arranged at check-in with the staff, who said prices were around $12-15 per person.

• Price: $-$$
• Review Rating: 3.5 out of 5

Hampton Inn Seattle-Downtown Hampton Inn is always a popular choice to stay, no matter the city. If you want to stay near downtown Seattle and have a shuttle to the port, this is a great option. There is an $15 per person cruise shuttle from the hotel. All you have to do is simply let the staff know when you check-in that you’ll need a ride and it will be arranged for the cruise day.

Holiday Inn Seattle Downtown Walking distance to the Space Needle complex, this hotel puts you less than a mile from Pier 66 and all that downtown Seattle has to offer. It also won’t break the bank with rates under $150 for a number of nights we searched. When it’s time to take your cruise, a call to the hotel told us that they can arrange transportation to the port for just $10 per person. 

• Distance to Port: <1 mile

Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown Not to be confused with Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown, Hyatt House sits literally across the street from the Space Needle. That makes it an ideal location if you want to check out the landmark and the museums within the complex like the Museum of Pop Culture. Despite that great location, we also found reasonable rates. Best of all for cruise passengers, there is a shuttle for $10 per person to the port. Just let the hotel know when you check-in.

Staybridge Suites Seattle Downtown If you’re traveling with a family or larger group, this hotel might be a good idea as the suites offered provide more space. This hotel is also highly rated, and while it’s not right next to many of the downtown attractions, it’s still only about 1.5 miles from Pier 66. A call to the hotel told us they offer a shuttle service for $10 per person to the cruise ports. 

Seattle Hotels with Cruise Shuttles (Near Airport)

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport Flying into Seattle? There are a number of cruise hotels right near the airport. This particular hotel sits less than a mile from the airport and offers a free shuttle back and forth from your flight. As well, if you are headed to the cruise piers, the hotel advertises a “Pre Cruise Package” that includes a night’s stay and transportation to the pier. 

• Distance to Port: 14 miles

Hilton Seattle Airport and Conference Center   This hotel is a perfect stop-off for those flying into Seattle. Similar to the DoubleTree listed above, it offers transportation between the cruise port and the hotel, along with a shuttle from the airport. This way you can fly in and already have your rides to the hotel and cruise terminal already taken care of. A phone call told us a ride was $25 per person each way.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Sea-Tac Airport A great option for those flying into the area, the Holiday Inn Express is just minutes from the airport and offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. As well, if you’re headed to the cruise port, then the hotel website says that transportation to the terminals can be arranged. The price is $20 per person, each way. Simply let the front desk know at check-in or call ahead and sign up.

• Distance to Port: 15 miles

Crowne Plaza Seattle Airport The hotel offers a free shuttle between the hotel and airport, making it ideal if you are flying in. From there, a call to the front desk told us you can get a ride to the cruise ports in Seattle for $25 per person one way. You’ll make your arrangements for transportation at check-in. 

• Distance to Port: 12.5 miles

Seattle Airport Marriott It’s hard to beat the Seattle Airport Marriott. It’s a highly rated hotel that’s right near the airport (less than a mile), so you can get back and forth within minutes using the hotel’s free airport shuttle. Need to get to the cruise port? The hotel staff told us that you can arrange a ride with the Seattle Express shuttle service at check-in. The price was $27 per person, one way or $50 round trip.

• Distance to Port: 13 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any Seattle hotels with shuttles between both the airport and the cruise port? If you’re flying in for your cruise, it would be a whole lot nicer to book a hotel that can pick you up from the airport, give you a night’s stay, and then give you a ride to the cruise ship.

There are a number of hotels above that fit the bill. In particular, the hotels located near Sea-Tac like Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Sea-Tac Airport and Seattle Airport Marriott  are your best bet as they already offer transportation to/from the airport.

What’s the least expensive hotel with a shuttle to the port? You should know that prices will vary for hotels based on demand and the time of year you are staying. In general, however, we’ve found Holiday Inn Seattle Downtown  and Travelodge Seattle by the Space Needle to be on the less expensive end. They are also near Seattle’s downtown, offering a great location to be before your cruise.

What other options are there for getting to the cruise port? A large city like Seattle has quite a few options for getting to the port. We have full details on port transportation here . If coming from the airport, many people opt to use Uber/Lyft, which will run about $30-50 each way. As well, Seattle has a light rail into downtown . It doesn’t drop right at the pier, but it will get in you in the vicinity for only a few dollars.

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Why the journey is the destination when it comes to Alaska cruises

They say getting there is half the fun. Usually, I disagree. When I travel, I want to get to where I’m going as quickly as possible to make the most of my time there. However, sailing Celebrity Edge on its maiden Alaska voyage from Seattle, I was all about the journey.

Staring up at the snow-capped mountains through the ship’s floor-to-ceiling windows and watching for wildlife in the icy waters below, I was mesmerized by the famed Last Frontier. And I realized that on an Alaska cruise , the journey is a destination.

Here’s why and what travelers should know about cruising Alaska.

Why is Alaska a popular cruise destination?

Alaska is a bucket-list destination for many people. Some may wait their whole lives for the trip. While Alaska Airlines and other carriers fly throughout America’s largest state , it isn’t as easy to navigate as the Lower 48.

Cruises allow travelers to visit multiple destinations without taking separate flights, renting a car or moving from hotel to hotel. My Edge itinerary included stops in Ketchikan, which is surrounded by the lush Tongass National Forest ; the state capital of Juneau, which is only accessible by air or sea; and Skagway, home of Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park . The ship also carefully navigated the stunning Endicott Arm fjord toward Dawes Glacier, a highlight of the trip.

The easy trip can also be more accessible for people with mobility issues and other disabilities. Like other cruise lines, Celebrity has a team dedicated to accessible cruising . Numerous guests on board my sailing used walkers, canes or wheelchairs. Plus, it’s just nice to be able to take in the dramatic coastlines from the comfort of a cozy cabin or lounge when it’s chilly outside.

Are cruises to Alaska worth it?

They can be. At last check, the lowest price on a seven-night Celebrity Edge Alaska Dawes Glacier sailing, roundtrip from Seattle, for the remainder of this summer is listed at $778 per person on the cruise line’s website, based on double occupancy in an inside stateroom. That does not include travel to or from Seattle nor any taxes or fees, which can balloon the bottom line on any cruise. Nor does it include promotional discounts, which are pretty much always available. After taxes and fees, that works to about $2,212 for two people or $1,106 per person. 

The cheapest seven-night Southbound Glacier sailing on the Edge’s sister ship, Celebrity Summit , is much less at $249 per person, based on double occupancy in an inside stateroom. It’s worth noting the Southbound voyage goes from Seward, Alaska, to Vancouver, British Columbia, not a round trip. Also the Summit is not an Edge-class ship , The Celebrity Edge is the first Edge class ship to sail Alaska; it was also the first ship in Celebrity’s most recent series, which also includes the new Celebrity Ascent . Edge-class ships were designed to bring guests closer than ever to their destinations, with their signature Magic Carpet cantilevered platform that extends beyond the ship’s edge and other features that bring the outside in. After taxes and fees, the Summit sailing adds up to about $1,231 for two people or about $615 a person.

Both are cheaper than flying between cities and staying at hotels for a week in Alaska, but they're also cheaper than other popular vacations. For example, seven nights at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort , a value resort at Walt Disney World , costs $955 for the room alone, including taxes and a summer promo deal. Adding seven days of park tickets, without park hopping, and the total becomes $2,195 for two people or about $1,098 per person, excluding food.

Meanwhile, cruises include all onboard meals – except optional specialty dining and alcohol. There are also a boatload of included activities, like nature talks, tai chi classes, guided arts and crafts, trivia, games and childcare. There’s live music available through the day and nightly stage shows. I sampled a little bit of everything, but for me, the best part of the ship was the views.

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Do you see wildlife on an Alaskan cruise?

Yes. I saw whale spouts three times from the ship, though the whales didn’t breach above water. I also saw a handful of harbor seals and a dozen eagles from the ship and from shore. Bald eagles are so common in Alaska that a tour bus driver jokingly called them bald seagulls. There are 30,000 bald eagles in the state, according to the Alaska Department of Fish & Game. 

I kept an eye out for bears on an excursion to Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, which is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. I didn’t see any walking along the paved, wheelchair-accessible Nugget Falls Trail, but I did spot all sorts of spring buds and the most beautiful moss.

The ship’s onboard naturalist gave us a heads-up on what to look for and taught us about various species in presentations in the ship’s theater. She also broadcasted live on the ship’s TV channel and inside speakers while traveling through the Endicott Arm. However, her voice wasn’t carried on outside speakers to avoid potentially disturbing wildlife.

What is the best month to go on a cruise to Alaska?

The Alaska cruise season runs from late April to early October, though dates vary by cruise line. Guests who sail early or late in the season may find lower rates than during the height of the summer, but they may miss out on warmer weather.

It was in the 40s to 50s most days of my May sailing, and it rained on our Juneau day. The onboard naturalist warned that there is no bad weather in Alaska, only poor clothing choices.

How much should I budget for an Alaskan cruise?

You should pad your budget with several hundred extra dollars for excursions and dining off-ship. Both can be pricey but enriching. My Mendenhall Glacier excursion was just under $130, including transportation and an off-site Gold Creek Salmon Bake , with all-you-can-eat fresh salmon cooked over a wood-burning fire.  I’ve never had better fried fish than the local halibut at The Alaska Fish House in Ketchikan, and I will be dreaming of the sweet, plump red king crab at Tracy’s King Crab Shack in Juneau for years to come.  If you want freshly caught Alaska seafood, you’ll want to get it at port.

You may be able to spot whales from the cruise ship, but if you really want to go whale watching, salmon fishing, dog sledding, or get up close to glaciers, that’s generally going to require an excursion. Excursions offered through cruise lines tend to cost more than those booked independently, but booking through the cruise line can streamline payment and ensure that the ship won’t leave without you if the excursion runs late.

One port you can enjoy on the cheap is Skagway. You can explore several exhibits and historic buildings on your own, as part of Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. However many visitors splurge on a scenic train ride on the White Pass and Yukon Route Railway up to the Canadian border and back.

Is it worth getting a balcony on a cruise?

Yes and no. The views throughout Alaska are breathtaking, and being able to enjoy them from your cabin any time of day feels luxurious. I loved waking up to mountains, thick with trees, outside my window and scanning the waters for marinelife before bed.

Just over 80% of Celebrity Edge’s staterooms have a balcony. I had an Infinite Veranda , which is unique to Edge-class ships. Rather than a traditional balcony with a sliding glass door, Infinite Verandas incorporate what would be exterior balcony space into the interior of the cabin and have a window that slides halfway down the exterior wall with the push of a button. I loved how much bigger it made the cabin feel and appreciated the extra climate-controlled living space. It was still chilly during my early season sailing, so I rarely put the window down and think I would have enjoyed a non-balcony, oceanview room just as much.

Of course, if you book an inside cabin, you can still enjoy the scenery from public areas of any ship. The Celebrity Edge brings the outside in with tons of windows, including in the buffet restaurant, Oceanview Cafe, where I spotted my first whale spout. In the back of the ship, there’s a relaxing mixed-use space called Eden with three stories of windows that I found myself drawn to daily. The solarium, with its tall windows and rows of lounge chairs, also offered expansive views. 

Do I need a passport for an Alaskan cruise?

Maybe. For a closed-loop cruise that starts and ends in the same U.S. port, like the one I was on, all you need is proof of citizenship. 

“According to U.S. Customs & Border Protection, this includes an Enhanced Driver’s License, which is a state-issued driver’s license that provides proof of identity and U.S. citizenship; a government-issued birth certificate (issued by the Vital Records Department in the state where the person was born) or passport; and if 16 or older, a government-issued driver’s license or picture ID denoting photo, name, and date of birth,” according to Celebrity.

Of course, not all Alaska cruises are closed-loop cruises. Some start or end in Vancouver, Canada. There are also cruises on several smaller U.S.-flagged cruise lines like Alaska Dream Cruises and Uncruise Adventures , which may not require passports depending on the itinerary.

Can you see the Northern Lights on an Alaska cruise?

It’s possible, but because daylight hours are so long during the summer in Alaska, the best chance to see them would be on a cruise late in the season.

I woke up in the middle of the night a few times to look for Northern Light. I didn’t see any, but I heard passengers on a previous sailing spotted them. Then again, so did people all across the country during the solar storm earlier this month.

The reporter on this story received access from Celebrity Cruises. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of reviews.

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Suspected Cyber-Attack Causes Travel Chaos at Seattle Airport

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The Port of Seattle has been hit by a suspected cyber-attack, heavily disrupting airport and maritime services in the city ahead of Labor Day.

The ongoing IT outage , which started on August 24, has led to significant delays to the check-in process at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), with no Wi-Fi currently available and display screens not working.

Additionally, certain airport programs and services, such as SEA Visitor Pass and the Airport Lost and Found, are currently unavailable.

Passengers are advised to get their mobile boarding pass and check baggage before they arrive at the airport to speed up the check-in process.

The Port said there are “indications” the outages have been caused by a cyber-attack.

Frontier, Spirit, Sun Country, JetBlue and International Airlines are particularly affected.

The Port of Seattle’s website is currently down, and baggage and flight information cannot be accessed on the SEA apps.

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Port of Seattle Maritime Facilities phone systems are also down as part of the system outage, although Cruise ship services are operating as normal.

The incident is impacting early Labor Day travel, with the US public holiday taking place on September 2.

In a press conference on August 26, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Federal Security Director for Washington, Greg Hawko, emphasized that the security of the travelling public has not been impacted by the incident. The SEA continues to screen and check passengers and baggage effectively.

Critical Systems Isolated, No Estimated Recovery Time

The local government agency first reported “an internet and web systems outage” on August 24 at 09.45 PDT.

Shortly after, at 13.30 PDT, the Port said the outages to certain systems indicated a possible cyber-attack and critical systems had been isolated.

In the August 26 update, the Port of Seattle said it is in the process of working to restore the SEA to full service. However, there is currently no estimated time for return.

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You Can Now Set Sail For Seattle From This Southern City's Port

If you’ve ever dreamed of cruising to the Emerald City, now is your chance.

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If you’ve ever dreamed of cruising to the Emerald City, now is your chance. 

Carnival Cruise Line has just announced that for the first time ever, guests will be able to set sail from Mobile, Alabama , and sail all the way to Seattle, Washington, aboard one of their cruise ships.

Folks looking to visit the home of grunge music, Grey’s Anatomy , and the Space Needle can set sail starting in 2026. Guests will spend a whopping 16 days aboard the Carnival Spirit as it sails from its homeport in Mobile , through the Panama Canal, and then up the Pacific coastline to wind up end up in Seattle.

 In addition to the incredible experience of passing through the modern marvel that is the Panama Canal, the ship will make stops in Puntarenas, Costa Rica; Cartagena, Colombia; and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico as the vessel makes its way up to the Pacific Northwest of the United States.

These are the first Carnival cruises connecting the two cities of Seattle and Mobile and the decision to add the route was made for a very practical reason. According to a press release , the cruise company needs to move the boats closer to Seattle so they can launch their summertime cruises to Alaska.

Since the boats need to get from Alabama to Washington State anyway, may as well fill them with passengers who are up for a floating adventure. Anyone looking to hitch a ride back to the South, can sign up to leave Seattle in October 2026 and head to Mobile.

Mobile isn’t the only Southern city to get a new cruise, though. Folks looking to travel between Florida and Seattle can set sail on the Carnival Miracle, which will leave from Tampa, Florida in April 2026 to arrive in Seattle. Alternatively, adventurers can depart Seattle in September 2026, spend 16 days sailing down the Pacific coast and through the Panama Canal, before landing in Galveston , Texas. Tickets for the cruises from Mobile start at $1519 .

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Carnival announces 16-day cruise from Mobile to Seattle in 2026

Carnival Cruise Line will offer, for the first-time ever, a cruise from Mobile to Seattle starting in 2026.

The 16-day Carnival Journeys cruise will take the Carnival Spirit from its Mobile homeport on April 12, for a journey that will end up in Seattle by April 28, 2026. The cruise is selling for $1,519 per person for an interior room, or $3,038 for two people. Bookings are currently online via carnival.com .

Carnival Cruise Line included the Mobile-to-Seattle announcement in a news release its 2026-2027 deployment plans including the first wave of sailings for summer 2026.

“It’s another cruise opportunity for Mobile and another first offering,” said David Clark, president & CEO with Visit Mobile. “I hope our community spreads the good news. It’s another added benefit of our partner with Carnival. They continue to take chances on Mobile.”

The cruise will include visits to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico ; Puntarenas, Costa Rica ; and Cartagena, Colombia .

The Carnival Spirit will then offer sailings to Alaska during the summer of 2026.

A return voyage from Seattle to Mobile will take place on Oct. 8, 2026.

Mobile city officials, in 2023, authorized a five-year agreement with Carnival Cruise Line for use of the Mobile, Alabama Cruise Terminal for seasonal excursions for the Carnival Spirit . The Spirit, the largest cruise ship to homeport in Mobile, sails from the city on 5, 6, 8, and 12-day excursions from the months of October to March. In 2026, the sailings will last into the month of April.

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