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8.3

3,160 reviews

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

105 1/2 Pike Street, Seattle, 98101, Washington, United States

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Adults only

Free wifi

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Landmark view

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Seattle, the Green Tortoise Hostel offers a unique blend of comfort, camaraderie, and creativity for travelers seeking an alternative to traditional accommodations. Just a stone's throw away from the bustling Pike Place Market, guests can indulge in countless local attractions while enjoying a cozy home base where adventure awaits. With prices starting at an enticing $51, this budget-friendly gem is perfect for those looking to explore the Emerald City without breaking the bank.

Sporting a striking 2-star rating, this adults-only hostel boasts an array of welcoming amenities. You can kick-start your day with a delightful breakfast before diving into the excitement of Seattle, while the free Wi-Fi ensures you stay connected with friends and family—or just capture that perfect food pic for the 'Gram! The Green Tortoise is also known for its live music performances, so why not unwind and mingle with fellow travelers after a long day of exploring? Add in a stunning landmark view and you’ve got a recipe for an unforgettable stay.

With over 3,160 glowing reviews, it’s clear that guests adore the Green Tortoise Hostel's friendly atmosphere and top-notch service offered by the 24-hour front desk staff. While parking is available at an extra charge, you might just want to ditch the wheels to soak up the city’s energy on foot! Whether you’re here to get lost in the local sights or simply to make new friends, the Green Tortoise is your ticket to an exciting Seattle adventure.

At Green Tortoise Hostel, your adventure doesn't stop when you check-in; it only begins! Meet fellow explorers from around the world as you settle into the vibrant communal spaces where laughter and stories flow as freely as the coffee. Whether you're sharing a travel tale over breakfast or plotting your next day's escapades with newfound friends in the cozy lounge, you’ll find that this hostel embraces a community spirit like no other. Want to feel the rhythm of Seattle? Participate in the live music performances that dance through the hostel, making for memorable evenings brimming with entertainment and connection.

When it's time to catch some z's, you have a variety of fun bed options that cater to different travel styles. Choose from cozy bunk beds in lively mixed or female-only dorms, where the atmosphere makes it easy to meet fellow solo travelers. If you’re looking for a bit more space, the double bed in the mixed dorm is perfect for solo adventurers craving comfort without compromising on the chance to swap stories. With each bed nestled in thoughtfully designed dorm rooms, you’re just a snore away from diving back into the city’s excitement on your next Seattle day!

And don't forget the perks that come with your stay at Green Tortoise! Both the charming ambiance and budget-friendly prices assure that you’re getting maximum value for your money. With payment options that make your check-in seamless—no need to carry cash; just swipe your card—there’s no reason not to focus fully on your Seattle experience. So, grab your backpack, charge your camera, and get ready to take in all that this electric city has to offer, returning each night to the welcoming embrace of the Green Tortoise Hostel. Your adventure starts here!

Closest airports

Lake Union Seaplane Base

1.3mi

King County International Airport

5.3mi

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

11.1mi

Snohomish County Airport (Paine Field)

20.9mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Landmark view

Rooms

Double Bed in Mixed Dorm Room (Not Private) - single occupancy in Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

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Double Bed in Mixed Dorm Room (Not Private) - single occupancy

1 Double Bed

205 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Shower

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Cozy up in this spacious Double Bed in a Mixed Dorm Room with a stunning Landmark view. Perfect for 2 adults seeking a comfortable and economical stay.

Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room in Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

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Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

1 Twin Bed

160 sqft

City view

Shower

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Stay comfortable in a cozy bunk bed within a vibrant 6-bed female dorm. Perfect for solo travelers.

Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room in Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

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Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room

1 Twin Bed

205 sqft

City view

Shower

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Stay in our cozy Bunk Bed in an 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with a Twin bed. Enjoy a comfortable stay in this 205 sqft space, perfect for solo travelers.

Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

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Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Twin Bed

205 sqft

City view

Shower

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Stay in our cozy Dormitory Bed in a vibrant 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room, featuring a comfortable Twin bed. Perfect for solo travelers seeking a fun and budget-friendly accommodation option.

Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

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Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Twin Bed

160 sqft

City view

Shower

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Stay in our cozy Bunk Bed in a vibrant 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room. Enjoy a comfortable twin bed in a smoke-free environment, perfect for solo travelers.

Guest reviews

8.3

3,160 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Leah

8.2

February 2024

Amazing location!! Right at the Pike Place Market, you can even see the neon sign from the common area. Staff is friendly, and I love the privacy curtains on the beds. They host events/free dinners on certain nights, so it’s easy to meet people.

Beds were hard as a rock, woke up a few times in the night because of it. The bathroom sinks were so small and there’s nowhere to put your stuff, so my toiletries kept falling on the floor.

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Nancy

9.1

February 2024

My friend booked the hostel so I booked it for my one night before she arrived out of convenience. Didn't look it up or anything, but was very impressed! The location is perfect, right next to Pike Place Market, and walking distance from public transportation (bus and train) and car rental companies. Fun events for guests like ice cream social or pub crawl. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. Lots of common area space to study, hang out, work, eat. Huge kitchen with all the amenities. The rooms were spacious and I liked that they had a sink! There were a ton of bathrooms, and they were clean with nice showers. The luggage storage under the bed was HUGE! It fit my mid-sized suitcase. Definitely take your own locks though and a small microfiber towel if you don't want to rent!

All the stairs to climb up to the entrance with my suitcase😩😂. It wasn't that bad though, but something to keep in mind if stairs aren't your thing. There is no elevator. The light at my bed was out so I couldn't use that. Everything else was great!

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Beatrice

8.2

December 2023

Loved the breakfast and friendly atmosphere. Staff is always awesome. Love the location, only spent about $20 on food the whole trip since H-Mart was right next door. Target is close by if you forget anything. Lots of board games to pass the time, fast Wi-Fi, friendly faces always. You can't beat the location. The communal area is a nice place to wind down after a day of exploring the city. Westlake Station is a short walk nearby, so you're not limited just to Pike's Place.

Always a gamble with the pillows here. I got a pretty flat one. Didn't wanna bring my own in case of bedbugs. My roommate was having a loud conversation pretty late, so I don't know if there are any rules about that, but if there are I would've liked them to be enforced. Beds are always rock solid. Showers are clean, but I wish they offered cheap flip-flops/sandals for sale at the front desk for those of us who would prefer to use those in communal showers.

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Tereza

8.2

November 2023

I loved the location, the price, great free dinner on Sunday, and free wine on Tuesday. There are locks available for the purchase (5 dollars) so you can lock the storage under the bed, the storage was big enough for all of our stuff. I loved the common area and free breakfast that includes eggs, cereal and fresh bananas and apples. With the curtains on the bed there was enough privacy even in the room with 4 other people. I also loved the possibility to use fridge and leave own food in the common area and even the possibility to use the kitchen for cooking for yourself. We also appreciated the chance to leave our backpacks in the locked area in the hostel on the day of our departure. There were also available free Seattle tours every morning that we didn't go to but appreciated the possibility. Overall I really can recommend the stay in the hostel, I would definetely stay here again.

It exceeded my expectations but the truth is I wasn't expected much. It's a very basic hostel for very good price in one of the best locations you can get in Seattle so don't expect much either and you'll be pleasentely surprised.

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Donna

8.2

December 2023

It was set up nicely. Friendly staff, private bunks, nice atmosphere. Bathrooms were fine though one next to my room did not lock properly. Immediately next to the market and very close to a large mall, train station, and the pier/ ferries.

While it is in a good location for seeing main Seattle sights, keep in mind that this area is not great once the market closes… everything near here completely shuts down by 7-8pm. Even restaurants etc. the area is also heavily occupied by street involved population which isn’t an issue per say except that it doesn’t feel safe walking around at night when combined with everything being closed early and no one else really being out and about… the area closer to the space needle or the university district was much more lively in the evening.

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Shin

10

December 2023

It has been a great pleasure to stay at Green Tortoise Hostel. The location is perfect. It took less than an hour to get there by the 1 Line from the airport. As it is located right across the Pike Place Market, it was so convenient to walk outside and take a long walk along the market, enjoy good food, and get some coffee. I also appreciate all the staff's kindness and thoughtfulness. I stayed at the hostel for a week and could observe how they welcomed other travelers and organized a nice Christmas dinner! If I travel to Seattle again, either alone or with some friends, I would like to stay here again.

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Hannah

9.1

March 2024

Affordable, clean, and comfortable hostel. We were in a co-Ed room and felt safe and secure the whole time. Noise level from the street was surprisingly low, and each. Ink was equipped with ample outlets, a fan, a lamp, and privacy shades. Mattress was fairly comfortable, staff was super friendly, and the common spaces fostered connecting with other guests, but also had quiet spaces to read. Bathrooms were clean, convenient, and spacious. There were also some sort of community event happening each evening we were there, including free beer from the front desk one night.

The pillows were a bit too flat, and the door hinge to our room was very loud/squeaky, which made it hard not to disturb others who were sleeping late at night or early in the mornings.

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Mandie1

9.1

November 2023

The location was great, right in the middle of everything such as shops, pubs, transport links etc., and right next to Pike Place Market. The staff were great, very helpful, professional and friendly. I liked the privacy curtains around the bed. The bed was comfortable and great for storage underneath.

The room was quite small for an 8 bed dorm, and as I was by the door, I was constantly awoken every time the door opened/closed (as was the case for the girl across from me). We might have been unlucky that there were a few inconsiderate people who were in and out late at night during our stay - which I must say is not usually the case.

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Kaitlin

9.1

November 2023

So many things stuck out for this property! First, the location was absolutely amazing. You honestly couldn’t ask for anything better. Second, the bunk beds, curtains, and locker spaces were great! You could shut the curtains around you and it offered soo much privacy. Third, the hostel has a smoking room, for a traveler it offers a space to partake in a joint or two ;) Lastly, just a welcoming and comfortable environment, breakfast was included, free dinner one night, able to ask staff about Seattle happenings. One night we even had a little jam session that included guitar, piano, and vocals. It was fun and unexpected.

I wished the bathrooms had better ventilation/fans. The frame of the bunk beds were great but the mattresses were terrible.

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Thomas

8.2

March 2024

Staff were great, especially Tony! Location is a very good, 20 min walk to King Street Train station. and several car rental places within a 10 min walk in case you wish to rent a car to go further afield.

I found it quite noisy not just from my roommates but from outside at night. my room was by an alleyway and there was constant noise. Not the Green Tortoises fault however there is a huge drug abuse problem in downtown Seattle which as a visitor from Europe I found quite shocking. Lots of low level crime associated with drug abuse.

Points of Interest Around Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

Attractions

Washington State Ferries

0.4mi

Capitol Hill

0.6mi

Pioneer Square

0.8mi

Pacific Science Center

0.9mi

Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

1mi

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center

1.1mi

T-Mobile Park

1.2mi

Lake Union

2.9mi

Fremont District

2.9mi

University of Washington

3.5mi

Fishermen's Terminal

3.7mi

Hiram M. Chittenden Locks

4.4mi

Lake Washington

5.7mi

Gas Works Park

6.6mi

Bloedel Reserve

11.7mi

Amenities of Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

Adults only

Free wifi

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Landmark view

Stay rules - Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property