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The weather may be wet and the days may be shorter during the winter, but that won’t stop Seattleites from having fun. With a good rain jacket or an umbrella, you can enjoy activities inside and out. Skip the crowds and save some money by traveling i… Read more
At Greenlake Guest House, we always offer homemade, freshly baked cookies to our guests. The type of cookie varies each day. This recipe for Oatmeal Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies is a guest and family favorite. Adapted from Quaker Oats' famous Va… Read more
Here are our favorite Seattle museums and attractions for visiting this fall, updated for 2024.
Woodland Park Zoo
Woodland Park Zoo’s beautiful outdoor exhibits are not to be missed. This beautifully landscaped zoo has a large variety of animals and … Read more
Hello, this is Katie writing a guest blog for Greenlake Guest House.
Originally from Kentucky, I love the outdoors and try to go outside whenever I can. Recently, my boyfriend and I did a day trip to Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic Mountains, across P… Read more
Assistant Innkeeper Katie’s Favorite Hikes at Mt. Rainier
Over my past 4 years of living in Seattle, I have had many opportunities to visit and hike in Mt. Rainier National Park. One of the best things about this area is waking up and thinking … Read more
Step into a world of outdoor adventure in Seattle, where the possibilities are as vast as the Pacific Northwest landscape. From exhilarating hikes to serene boating excursions, these top 8 outdoor activities near Seattle offer a variety of adventure … Read more
Guests visiting Seattle often ask us for recommendations for what to do. The tough part is narrowing down the list to something reasonable whether you are staying one day or a week! Here is our favorite 3-day itinerary from Greenlake Guest House in s… Read more
Nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, thrilling Seattle water activities cater to all experience levels. Find the convenience of proximity at Greenlake Guest House, which is right in the center of all the action. Whether you're seeking hea… Read more
Updated for 2024
Whidbey Island is one of our favorite day trips from Greenlake Guest House for guests who have a car and want to explore beyond the Seattle city limits. It offers a less demanding alternative to Mt. Rainier or Olympic, while still pr… Read more
Updated for 2024
Where to Hike
Lately, we’ve been getting lots of questions from guests about the best places to hike and experience nature near Seattle. The Cascade Mountains and foothills are very accessible from Seattle and offer lot… Read more