June 03, 2024
By Featured Venues & Destinations

Being aware of our impact on the environment isn't just trendy - it can make a huge difference to your attendees as well!

When we plan events with the environment in mind, we're making sure that not only are we planning the best possible event, but we’re also ensuring the longevity of our shared world. We wanted to shine a spotlight (powered by green energy and LEDs, of course!) on our local venues that make an extra effort to ensure that your event affects the hearts and minds of your attendees while affecting the health of our planet as little as possible.

Museum of Flight

The Charles Simonyi Space Gallery at the Museum of Flight is more than just a beautiful space (pun not intended), it's LEED Gold Certified! Wow your guests by hosting an event under a full-size model of the Space Shuttle used to train astronauts for their missions, and while you're impressing them with out-of-this-world sights, you can feel great about your impact back here on Earth by knowing that you've chosen a facility that keeps our planet's health in mind.

Cedarbrook Lodge

Not only is the Cedarbrook Lodge deeply entwined with the lush landscape around it, but they also take that interconnection through to the rest of their practices. Their restaurant and catering serve local, organic food with 100% compostable take-out boxes and utensils, and they compost their own kitchen waste. Their Green NATÜRA bath products are eco-friendly, they use only environmentally friendly cleaning supplies, and their housekeeping staff uniforms are made from recycled plastic! They’re also currently pursuing LEED certification.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport

Host an event at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport with their bright, beautiful, energy-efficient lighting and feel good about the dining options knowing that they are made with sustainably sourced ingredients! The faucets, toilets, and showers throughout the property are water-efficient to reduce wasted water. This property also boasts Green Seal, Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certification for sustainable and green practices! As with all the other Hilton properties on this list, they participate in a soap and toiletry donation program to keep partially used items out of landfills.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Seattle Airport

Stay cool (or warm, depending on the season!) without feeling like an energy hog at Home2 Suites with their energy-efficient HVAC system. Responsibly sourced food is on the menu here, with a special emphasis on responsibly sourced seafood! This hotel boasts the Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001 and ISO 14001 certifications.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Tacoma International Airport

Keep hydrated without feeling like you're stealing all the water from the cooler with water bottle refilling stations! That's not the only place where water is on the mind, with water-efficient toilets and showers also making a splash. The Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Tacoma International Airport boasts the Green Seal, Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certifications.

Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center

Need lots of ballrooms, meeting spaces, courtyards, and more? The perfect venue for a larger conference or event, not only are there a wide variety of spaces available for use at the Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center, but you can feel great knowing you're hosting your event in a space with Green Seal, Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certification.

Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Airport/28th Ave

Conveniently located next to the airport and within walking distance of a number of dining options, the Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Airport/28th Ave features a large room featuring 1,288 square feet of space and a smaller room with 644 square feet, with approximately 500 square feet of pre-function space in front of the meeting rooms. You can feel great knowing that the property has Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certification.

Hampton Inn Seattle-Airport

Perfect for smaller meetings, the Hampton Inn Seattle-Airport offers a 12-person maximum capacity meeting room. All meeting packages include full AV support, and the space can be rented either for full or half days. With Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certification, the Hampton is an eco-conscious choice!

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport - Southcenter

The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport - Southcenter boasts the convenience of being across the street of Westfield Southcenter Mall combined with 21 meeting rooms that can accommodate 4-450 in rounds. These features would be attraction enough by themselves but add in eco-conscious choices and some of the most stunning views in the area, and you've got a recipe for a truly fantastic venue! With Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certification, your event will be a green success!

Hampton Inn Seattle/Southcenter

The Hampton Inn Seattle/Southcenter offers 2 meeting rooms, with the largest room at 714 square feet. Make sure your smaller meeting has a smaller carbon footprint by choosing this venue, with Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certification.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Tacoma Airport/Tukwila

Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle-Tacoma Airport/Tukwila offers a meeting room for up to 40 people, making it ideal for smaller groups with a comfortable lobby and outdoor seasonal patio for pre-/post-meeting conversations. Plus, the hotel is Hilton LightStay, ISO 50001, and ISO 14001 certified, so you'll know your choice is a greener one!

Excited to Host an Eco-Friendly Event?

Ready to get that greener event going, but not sure where to start? Submit a Request for Proposal (RFP) to Explore Seattle Southside and we can help you put together the environmentally conscious event you've been dreaming of.

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