Where to Park When Taking a Cruise from Seattle
Seattle is one of the busiest cruise ports on the West Coast. Ships depart from Pier 91 and Pier 66 throughout the season, and if you have a departure date on the calendar, parking is one of the first logistics questions you'll need to sort out. Your options break down into two categories: parking at the terminal or parking off-site. Here's what to know about each.
Parking at the Port of Seattle
The Port of Seattle offers parking directly at the cruise terminals, which makes it easy to connect at the pier. The tradeoff is price. Terminal parking rates run significantly higher than off-site alternatives, and open spots during peak weeks are limited.
If you're comparison shopping, the port is rarely the most cost-effective option, especially for cruises lasting seven nights or more.
Off-Site Parking Near the Cruise Terminals
Off-site lots near Pier 91 and Pier 66 tend to offer lower rates and typically include shuttle service to get you to the pier. But quality varies. Some lots are unsecured surface parking with minimal staffing, so your vehicle sits unattended and exposed for the duration of your trip.
Others are purpose-built for cruise travelers and run substantially more comprehensive operations.
Why Seattle CruisePark Is the Strongest Option
Family-owned and operated since 2010, we've built our reputation on the kind of personal service you don't usually get from a parking lot. Our lot is inside the secured grounds of the National Guard Armory at 1601 W Armory Way, less than 10 minutes from both Pier 91 and Pier 66. There are several things that set us apart from standard off-site lots.
- Flat, All-In Pricing: A 7-night stay costs $199 and includes all taxes and shuttle costs. Rates extend to 28-night cruises for longer voyages, all with the same transparent structure.
- Frequent Shuttles: Our shuttle fleet runs every 10 minutes between the lot and the terminals. You won't be waiting around when you're trying to make a boarding window.
- Valet Assist Parking and Luggage Help: Our staff is on-site to park your vehicle and handle your bags. If you need accessible transportation to the terminal rather than the shuttle, we'll arrange a covered taxi at no extra charge.
- 24-Hour Security: Our lot is monitored around the clock, and the Armory fence line adds a layer of physical security you won't find at a standard surface lot.
We serve all major cruise lines departing from Seattle, including Royal Caribbean, Holland America, Norwegian, Princess, Carnival, Celebrity, and others. Whether you're headed to Alaska or farther out, we're set up to handle the ground-side logistics so you can focus on the trip itself.
When to Book Your Parking
Spots go fast. We sold out 18 of 22 cruise weeks last season.
Cancellations are accepted up to one week before departure, so there's very little downside to reserving early. If you have a departure date in hand, securing your reservation now is the right move. Choose your cruise length to see the applicable rate and lock in your spot before the week sells out.
Reserve NowFrequently Asked Questions About Parking When Taking a Cruise from Seattle
We run shuttles from 7 AM to 3 PM, with the last one departing at 2:45 PM. The recommended arrival window is between 11 AM and 2 PM. If you expect to arrive after 2:45 PM, call ahead so we can make arrangements for you.
No. Our shuttles can accommodate your luggage, and our staff will assist with loading at both the lot and the terminal.
For Terminal 91 sailings (all cruise lines except Norwegian and Oceania), meet our shuttle at Bus Loading Stall S. For Pier 66 sailings (Norwegian and Oceania), call the number we give you at drop-off, and we'll send a shuttle to the terminal to pick you up.