Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and concierge services. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a library are onsite.
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with rice cookers and shared/communal kitchens. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.
Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. This Seattle hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Seattle hostel also offers a library, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance.
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle has designated areas for smoking.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6 AM and 10 AM.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Offsite parking available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; USD 26 per night; discounts available
Street parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Communal living room
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Rice cooker
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Toaster
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Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: USD 26 per night (1969 ft away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80.4672 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not allow stays of longer than 7 nights.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Green Tortoise Hostel
Green Tortoise Seattle
Green Tortoise
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle Seattle
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Location is the best, smacked right in Downtown and just 2 min walk away from the Pike Place Market. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Truly one of the best hostels I’ve been!
Wonderful place, highly recommend. Walked to it after a Mariners night game, grabbed a snack on the way, safe and easy.
Steven
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place is a good spot to spend a day or two. Something different is offered each day saturday is free beer sunday free dinner .It's almost 20 fligts of stairs before you each front desk. Be Mindful of your luggage. The space is a bit dated and could use a few updates .The staff are supportive and helpful.Its close to the Market ,good food options and the waterfront
Carol
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
Traveled with partner
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Super nice staff . Location couldn’t be better right at the entrance to pikes market so many shops and so much good food with in walking distance took train from airport super easy to get to .
Pricing was excellent for being close to the waterfront and market. Beds had privacy curtains & fans and the staff organized events each evening. Met some really great people as well who were staying there. I would recommend for staying downtown.
This was a super place to stay! It definitely follows suit with other hostels with shared rooms and bunk beds, duh, but it's clean, the bathrooms and showers are plentiful and seem pretty new! The beds come with a light and fan which was really nice. Everyone was very helpful, breakfast was a nice addition and better than what you could get at a motel or something. Perfect location to everything and public transit too! Would definitely stay again! Thanks!!
Elinor
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather
Jul 20, 2025
Heather
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
David
Jul 14, 2025
David
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alanis
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the place! It was my first solo trip and, as a woman, i wasn't too sure of staying in a hostel. But let me tell you all, i 've never felt safer. It's close to pretty much everything. I walked everywhere, didn't spend a dime on uber's or taxi's. There's a market right across the street and the hostel offers free breakfast. Overall it was a great experience
Came to town to attend a concert, and this location was amazing. It was also nice to partake in the tours that are offered through the hostel. What a great way to travel… although, I haven’t stayed at a hostel in almost 10 years, it was a great way to meet other travellers .