Sunday, August 6, 2023
We recommend flying into Seattle Tacoma International Airport. The airport is about 30 minutes by car from our wedding venue. There is a light rail that can take you to downtown Seattle, but otherwise public transportation is limited. You will likely need to take a taxi or rideshare to your hotel. If you plan on exploring more of Seattle and the surrounding area, consider renting a car.
Please let Meg or Keshane know if you have any difficulty booking a room through one of our room blocks. We may be able to add additional rooms if all the rooms are booked.
1200 Carillon Point, Kirkland, Washington 98033
(425) 822-3700
Current rate: $359/night
Both our wedding and reception will be held on the waterfront lawn of the Woodmark Hotel. We are unable to get a room block but use code BRIGAN to get 10% off.
16630 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA 98052
(425) 448-9572
Discount rate: 1 King bed is $239/night | 2 Queen beds is $259/night
Located in downtown Redmond, The Hilton Garden Inn gives you great access to nearby restaurants and shops while being only a 15-minute drive away from the wedding venue. Check out using code BGWED to get a discounted nightly rate. This code also allows guests to pay $9/day for parking instead of the usual $15/day. Please note this discounted rate expires on July 5th.
14615 NE 29th Place, Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 869-5300
Discount rate: $169/night
Located just ouside of Bellevue, Sonesta Select is just off the highway and is also only a 15 minute drive away from the wedding venue. Check out using code 2308BRINKG to get a discounted nightly rate. Please note this discounted rate expires on July 5th.
Explore Kirkland: Wander around downtown Kirkland and you’ll find lots of cute shops, tasty food, and pretty waterfront parks. You can see a lot by foot, and guests of The Woodmark can rent a bike to cruise along the shore.
Go Downtown: Visit the iconic Space Needle, Chihuly Garden & Glass Museum, the Pop Art Museum, Pike Place Market, and other attractions. If you plan to visit two or more of these places, we recommend getting a City Pass. This will get you access to 5 attractions at a good price.
Get Out on the Water: Go for a swim at Houghton Beach or rent a paddleboard or kayak at Marina Park. The Woodmark Hotel also rents these items out along with jet skis and boats.
Pregame at the Wineries: Seattle is known for its coffee and craft breweries, but it also has some amazing wineries in Woodinville, including Chateau Ste. Michelle. You might need to reserve a spot ahead of time if you want a tasting.
Go Whale Watching: Venture out to sea and discover whales and Orcas with one of these many tour options. Washington has some of the best whale watching in the U.S., and August is a great time to see “The Southern Residents,” a pod of Orcas that visits this area every summer.
Hike the Pacific Northwest: Explore some of the beauty of the Pacific Northwest through hikes like Snoqualmie Falls (easy - and you can get lunch after at Salish Lodge), Rattlesnake Ledge (moderate), Wallace Falls (moderate), and Mount Si (hard - though check out Little Si for a moderate version). You will need a car to get to any of these hikes.
Visit a National Park: Seattle is surrounded by 3 beautiful national parks: Mount Rainier, Olympic, and The North Cascades. Each park is a 2-3 hour drive from Kirkland, so you could visit one as a day trip or spend a night or two in the area. There are hikes for all ages and skill levels. Reserve camping spots in the winter or spring because they fill up quickly.
Take a Trip to Canada: Vancouver, BC has delicious food, beautiful views, and easy access to nature. It’s less than 3 hours away by car and 4 hours by The Amtrak Cascades train, which is said to be one of the prettiest railways in North America.
Travel to Portland, Oregon: This city is known for its quirky vibes and relaxed atmosphere. The trip is about 2.5 hours by car and 3.5 hours by train. If you like Seattle but wish it were weirder, go to one of the many eclectic bars and shops in Portland.