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McMenamins Elk Temple

3.5 star property
Hotel in Tacoma with bars and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Interior entrance
King Atrium | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
5 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, 98402
  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Tacoma Dome
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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King Atrium | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Atrium

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Annex | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Annex

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tacoma

Located in Downtown Tacoma, McMenamins Elk Temple is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Pantages Theater and Broadway Center for the Performing Arts. This 44-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant and 5 bars/lounges, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Museum of Glass - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Tacoma Dome - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Emerald Queen Casino - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Theater District Station - 3 min walk
  • Union Station - 20 min walk
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tacoma Comedy Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Star Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hob-Nob Restaurant & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dorky's Arcade - ‬5 min walk

About this property

McMenamins Elk Temple

Hotel in Tacoma with bars and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of McMenamins Elk Temple enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and an ATM. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Free local calls, safes, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 12 to 16 for adults and USD 4 to 8 for children
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 1.0 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 16 for adults, and USD 4 to 8 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

McMenamins Elk Temple Hotel
McMenamins Elk Temple Tacoma
McMenamins Elk Temple Hotel Tacoma

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at McMenamins Elk Temple?

McMenamins Elk Temple provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at McMenamins Elk Temple?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McMenamins Elk Temple on Jul 22, 2025 start from $169.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near McMenamins Elk Temple?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Tacoma within a 10-minute walk of Pantages Theater, Wright Park, and Broadway Center for the Performing Arts. You'll also find Tacoma Dome and Emerald Queen Casino within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at McMenamins Elk Temple?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does McMenamins Elk Temple include a casino at the property?

No, McMenamins Elk Temple doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at McMenamins Elk Temple?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at McMenamins Elk Temple?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 5 bars and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include sea views.

Does McMenamins Elk Temple have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does McMenamins Elk Temple feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, McMenamins Elk Temple serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will McMenamins Elk Temple allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at McMenamins Elk Temple for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does McMenamins Elk Temple have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from McMenamins Elk Temple?

The closest major airport to McMenamins Elk Temple is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), which is 22.6 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field), which is located 28.4 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at McMenamins Elk Temple?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at McMenamins Elk Temple.

McMenamins Elk Temple Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 293 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was really nice, very clean, very comfortable place. The style was very interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

maurizio

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy to eat in the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen, Camas

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean. Staff very friendly. Staff accommodated late check out. Quirky, fun decor. Beautiful historic building. We enjoyed reading the history of the building that was provided.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So much fun all in one place!! We saw a concert, had dinner, very comfort accommodations, and adventure exploring the site. We will definately be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

derrick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They gave me a room then they put me out the room for no reason , and it was my 50 bday. Horrible experience. Customer services at the front desk so unprofessional, and unconcerning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. I hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place, lots of personality. However, some of the rooms are only accessible via a stairwell. We are not disabled in anyway, but lugging three suitcases up and down stairs is not fun. Just a heads up to others, ask ahead if the room you are getting has elevator access.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

GUILLERMO

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic spot!

What a gem. Nice and helpful front desk (thank you Ellie!). Funky yet classy decor throughout. Great quiet rooms. Multiple differing restaurants and pubs and fun atmosphere makes this a must visit for anyone going to the really cool city of Tacoma!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franny

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

McMenimans Rock!

What an amazing hotel! Built in 1916 as an elks temple. Paintings and chandeliers and several gorgeous bars. Rooms small, but very clean and comfortable. Only complaint: rooms on 6th floor are interior and do not have windows to the outside.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the glass art, the light fixtures, and most of all the staff. Very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Arin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheelagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome place to stay!!!!

This place was amazing. If you ever wanted to stay at a quirky but absolutely fantastically fun place, this is it. From awesome restaurants, bars, scavenger hunting, ghost stories, and more to hidden passages between halls. I have never spent the night in a more unique place such as this before. And yes, the beds were extremely comfortable. I will definitely be back to this hotel sooner then later.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Uniquely beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025