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A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a view of the parking area.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by walls with large windows.

A modern conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a large screen, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and illuminated signage.

1. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

9.2 km from South Beach

Elizabeth

₩153,854

₩176,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden counter, a receptionist, and a welcome sign.

A hotel with a neon sign indicating 'Hampton Inn & Suites' and a clear entrance.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, sink, and a small countertop.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

9.1 km from South Beach

Chris

₩150,014

₩172,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A lobby with four armchairs, a central ottoman, and framed artwork on the walls.

A vending machine area with drinks and snacks.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table and blue chairs, large windows, and a clock on the wall.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

7.2 km from South Beach

Wambui

₩173,032

₩197,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a television, a desk, and a sofa.

A home gym with dumbbells, exercise balls, and kettlebells.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, a microwave, and a fireplace.

4. The INN at Gig Harbor

13.5 km from South Beach

greg

₩168,317

₩191,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, escalators, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign indicating the direction to the casino parking.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, escalators, and a modern chandelier.

A modern cafe with a central display case, wooden accents, and a unique ceiling design.

5. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

14.5 km from South Beach

Rachelle

₩234,482

₩268,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a refrigerator with beverages, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A clear blue swimming pool with a lifeguard stand, lounge chairs, and a fenced area with a building in the background.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a brick facade, and a sign indicating a caution zone.

6. Best Western Lakewood

5.1 km from South Beach

James

₩125,569

₩144,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, and a large window offering a city view.

A breakfast area with a counter, coffee machines, and a refrigerator.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple floors.

A modern hotel reception area with a blue-lit wall, wooden reception desks, and a seating area with a patterned wall.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tacoma DuPont

11.7 km from South Beach

Natalia

₩181,746

₩207,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious restaurant with a long counter and multiple seating areas.

A modern waiting area with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining section.

A modern office space with a large desk, multiple chairs, a television, and a view through large windows.

8. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

9.1 km from South Beach

Cary

₩135,530

₩155,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier with seating, and a backdrop of houses and trees.

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with two armchairs, a television, and a fireplace with a visible fire.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a stone wall and greenery outside.

9. Waterfront Inn

16.9 km from South Beach

James

₩249,950

₩277,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a polished floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception area, and a large window providing natural light.

An indoor swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a tiled floor and walls.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

7.5 km from South Beach

Evelyn

₩151,543

₩173,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar stools, pendant lighting, and a geometric wall design.

An outdoor patio area with a large umbrella, wooden deck, string lights, and a Christmas tree.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble island, and pendant lighting.

A two-story house with a front porch and a garden with purple flowers.

11. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

9.9 km from South Beach

Jayla

₩113,659

₩175,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and landscaped surroundings.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, a reception desk, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

12. FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont

11.5 km from South Beach

Malane

₩144,990

₩165,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A golf course with a lake and a distant island.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and large windows.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a TV, and a dining space.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television displaying a news program.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites DuPont

10.9 km from South Beach

Rhonda

₩161,145

₩183,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel pantry with refrigerated and non-refrigerated food items, including beverages and snacks.

A hotel reception area with a long counter, various coffee machines, and decorative vases.

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and a central column.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

14.1 km from South Beach

Silviu

₩137,089

₩157,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor seating area with colorful striped cushions, a central fire feature, and a covered patio with string lights.

A modern hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, sofa, and a television.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'HOME 2' sign. It has multiple floors with a mix of window types and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a stone accent wall.

15. Home2Suites by Hilton Dupont, WA

10.9 km from South Beach

David

₩165,591

₩188,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, chairs, and a view of a house and trees.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a chandelier.

A residential building with multiple units, a driveway, and landscaped gardens.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a fireplace, and multiple windows.

16. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

14.4 km from South Beach

Matthew

₩230,918

₩262,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

Three self-service beverage vending machines with various drink options and snacks.

17. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

13.1 km from South Beach

Falina

₩138,095

₩158,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A circular fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs and tables, with a covered patio area and a building in the background.

A modern hotel with a prominent sign reading "Townfield Suites Marriott".

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, a TV, and a kitchen area.

A lobby with a map, chairs, a round table, and a sign about Lakewood, WA.

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tacoma Lakewood

7.6 km from South Beach

Trevor

₩175,647

₩200,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a second-floor balcony with plants.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by stone tiles and equipped with a lifeguard chair.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a bed with a view of the city.

A hotel with a sign reading "Best Western PLUS" and a parking lot with several cars.

19. Best Western Plus Lacey Inn & Suites

19.5 km from South Beach

Michael Brian

₩150,846

₩171,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A rectangular indoor pool with a 4'12" depth marker, surrounded by stone tiles and large windows.

A breakfast setup with a flat-top griddle, a sign with a breakfast menu, and various breakfast items.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a blue sofa, and a small rug.

A snack and beverage vending area with various snacks and drinks.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

9.2 km from South Beach

Glenn

₩149,083

₩171,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to South Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,274 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM	9.4 Exceptional 747 reviews	View
The INN at Gig Harbor	8.8 Excellent 1,615 reviews	View
Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma	9.0 Wonderful 2,131 reviews	View

Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

WoodSpring Suites Tacoma - Lakewood

8/10 Good

"Very safe for me and my car."

Best Western Lakewood

8/10 Good

"The property is in the center of town near supermarket and restaurants,it’s a safe place . It’s outdated ,the mattress are good, no hair dryer there’s a microwave ,refrigerator and iron board and iron. It’s okay for short trip. Clean rooms and surroundings,pool is heated. It’s facing the town state theatre. Good for the price breakfast was okay hot and cold food.staff was wonderful."

Fort Lewis Extended Stay Motel - JBLM

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient and comfortable stay while visiting our son. We chose this motel for its close proximity to JBLM, and it made commuting to and from the base incredibly easy. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the staff was very accommodating to military families. It offered great value for the price and provided a peaceful place to rest during our visit. We would highly recommend it to any parents coming to see their soldier!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was nice and clean, good breakfast, and staff was very helpful."

Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

10/10 Excellent

"Upon arrival, the staff was very nice and greeted me right away. Felt safe in the property. Room was nice and clean and comfortable. The only thing I would change is the breakfast was a little bit bland but other than that, it was a very great stay and I will be back."

Other attractions near South Beach

Titlow Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Titlow Park, a lovely green space in Tacoma. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

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Chambers Bay Golf Course

8.0/10 (24 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in University Place at Chambers Bay Golf Course. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

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Lake Steilacoom

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Steilacoom during your travels in Lakewood. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Lakewold Gardens

7.8/10 (40 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lakewold Gardens, a lovely green space in Lakewood. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Gravelly Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gravelly Lake during your travels in Lakewood. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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beach near Day Island Yacht Harbor

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Day Island Yacht Harbor during your trip to University Place? Discover the mountain views and shops in this family-friendly area.

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American Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at American Lake during your travels in Tacoma.

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Stina's Cellars

6.6/10 (21 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Stina's Cellars during your travels to Lakewood. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Beach?

South Beach is located in University Place. You'll find 128 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to South Beach?

Best Western Lakewood is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from South Beach.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Beach?

Expedia has 128 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from South Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near South Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Beach?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near South Beach, click here.

What can I see and do near South Beach?

Spend some time wandering around Fort Steilacoom Dog Park, Lakewold Gardens, and Titlow Park. Enjoy nature at American Lake, Lake Steilacoom, or Gravelly Lake. Chambers Bay Golf Course, Stina's Cellars, or Narrows Plaza Bowl are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for South Beach hotels

1. Best Western Plus Tacoma Hotel

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

4. The INN at Gig Harbor

5. Emerald Queen Hotel and Casino - Tacoma

6. Best Western Lakewood

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tacoma DuPont

8. Holiday Inn Tacoma Mall by IHG

9. Waterfront Inn

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

11. Central Tacoma Homestay -private room-

12. FairBridge Inn & Suites Dupont

13. Hampton Inn & Suites DuPont

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tacoma - Seattle

15. Home2Suites by Hilton Dupont, WA

16. Best Western Wesley Inn & Suites

17. Best Western Plus Downtown Tacoma

18. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tacoma Lakewood

19. Best Western Plus Lacey Inn & Suites

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma by IHG

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Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

WoodSpring Suites Tacoma - Lakewood

Best Western Lakewood

Fort Lewis Extended Stay Motel - JBLM

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma South - Lakewood by IHG

Comfort Inn & Suites Lakewood by JBLM

Other attractions near South Beach

Titlow Park

Chambers Bay Golf Course

Lake Steilacoom

Lakewold Gardens

Gravelly Lake

beach near Day Island Yacht Harbor

American Lake

Stina's Cellars

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