Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bellevue travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bellevue

With a population of 122,363, Bellevue is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bellevue has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Bellevue

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggiano's - Bellevue (10455 NE 8th Street) and Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Bellevue (430 106th Ave. NE) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi (10400 Ne 4th St Suite 3100) and Cascades Atrium Grille - Embassy Suites (3225 158th Ave SE) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Bellevue.

When to visit Bellevue

Bellevue in October
Estimated package price
$385
2 travelers
Flight to Bellevue
3 nights at hotel
Bellevue in October
Estimated package price
$385
2 travelers
Flight to Bellevue
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bellevue in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Bellevue, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Bellevue

Plane

When flying to Bellevue, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bellevue include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Bellevue departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 2h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bellevue. The train journey from Bellevue to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bellevue is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 6 miles from Bellevue. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bellevue, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Richmond, the bus ride to Bellevue takes 190 miles and will cost you around $110. From Portland, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 225 miles.

Plane

When flying to Bellevue, you’ll arrive at Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bellevue include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Bellevue departs from Salt Lake City and takes around 2h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bellevue. The train journey from Bellevue to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Bellevue is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 6 miles from Bellevue. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bellevue, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Richmond, the bus ride to Bellevue takes 190 miles and will cost you around $110. From Portland, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 225 miles.

Airports near Bellevue

BFISeattle King County/Boeing
PAEEverett Paine Field
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Bellevue

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,731 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,929 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,883 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,977 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bellevue

Average rates range from around $152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $212 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Seattle - Redmond and Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Seattle - Bellevue - Downtown. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Bellevue, with prices from $61 to $3,796 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Bellevue are about 11% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Bellevue by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Bellevue

Most booked hotels in Bellevue

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Hyatt Regency Bellevue
4 stars
Excellent (9, 998 reviews)
$269+
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Country Inn & Suites Seattle-Tacoma Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2830 reviews)
$136+
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Eastgate Hotel, BW Signature Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1670 reviews)
$121+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Bellevue
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 672 reviews)
$151+
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Hilton Bellevue
3 stars
Good (7.8, 852 reviews)
$158+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle-Airport
4 stars
Good (7.2, 3014 reviews)
$127+
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Renting a car in Bellevue

Renting a car in Bellevue costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Bellevue.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Bellevue (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Bellevue is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bellevue costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Bellevue.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Bellevue (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Bellevue is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Rogue or similar) are, on average, 79% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Bellevue

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$41/day

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

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