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FairBridge Inn Express

FairBridge Inn Express offers free Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, and airport shuttle. Located 8 mins from Seattle-Tacoma Airport and close to top Seattle attractions.

13050 48th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98168, United States View on map
5.4/10
Average Based on 1736 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced stays with attentive service and some practical drawbacks

Guests appreciate the helpful and accommodating staff alongside basic amenities and convenient location, but note inconsistencies in room quality and some facility limitations.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, attentive, and accommodating staff who go above and beyond to assist guests
  • Convenient free airport shuttle service and proximity to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
  • Clean rooms and quiet atmosphere despite nearby freeway noise
  • Free breakfast offering variety including waffles, bagels, and coffee
  • Seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub facilities are appreciated when available

Worth knowing

  • Some guests report inconsistencies in room condition such as heating issues, maintenance concerns, and occasional lack of proper amenities stock
  • Parking can be limited during busy times, which may require planning ahead
  • Pet policy is restricted; although the hotel markets as pet-friendly, only emotional support animals are typically permitted
  • Morning shuttle on weekends starts at 7 am; early flights may require alternate transportation arrangements
  • Breakfast begins at 7 am, which might be late for early travelers

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a budget-friendly option near Seattle-Tacoma Airport
  • Visitors valuing helpful customer service over luxury accommodations
  • Guests needing basic amenities with convenient shuttle service
  • Those planning short stays or layovers who want easy access to downtown Seattle
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About this property

Welcome to FairBridge Inn Express

FairBridge Inn Express is a straightforward hotel located near Interstate 5 in Seattle, offering convenient access to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, just an 8-minute drive away, and downtown Seattle within 14 minutes. Positioned at 13050 48th Ave S, the property serves well for travelers needing a simple, budget-friendly stopover close to the airport and key city attractions.

The property features practical amenities including a seasonal outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a complimentary airport shuttle. Guests can also enjoy a hot tub, an air-conditioned environment, and a business center. While no fitness facilities are available, the hotel welcomes pet owners travelling with emotional support animals, though it is not fully pet-friendly. Breakfast is complimentary, typically starting at 7 am and includes a variety of continental options, though some guests have noted limited fruit choices and parking availability during busy times.

Guest feedback is mixed, reflecting a range of experiences. Several reviewers praise the attentive and helpful staff, highlighting positive customer service and occasional room upgrades that enhance the stay. However, some guests report maintenance issues such as heating problems and noise from the nearby freeway, which may affect comfort. Cleanliness and quietude have generally been noted positively, making it a reasonable choice for those prioritizing value over luxury.

Nearby attractions include The Museum of Flight, the iconic Space Needle, and Pike Place Market, all accessible via short drives. The hotel’s location also places it near other accommodation options within a few miles, providing alternatives for travelers seeking different standards or amenities. With check-in from 3 pm and check-out by noon, FairBridge Inn Express suits visitors looking for basic, no-frills lodging close to airport facilities and local points of interest.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Hot tub
Golf course

Not available at this property

Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

EJ
Estavia Jefferson Apr 17, 2026
10

The atmosphere here was surprisingly calm and welcoming, a real respite after a busy travel day. Its definitely a comfortable spot to unwind whether youre passing through or staying a while!

K
Kimberly Apr 10, 2026
10

Pleasantly surprised by the whole experience. Quite and convenient location, clean facility all around!! Staff are attentive and just the right type of friendly. Belgian waffles, cereal, bagels, English muffins, coffee, juice. Sounds like breakfast to me. Although, I would request more fruit. The outdoor pool looks great, I haven’t the pleasure of testing the waters. I spotted a jetted tub, covered. Overall I would give this new owners and new named Inn a 4.5 star rating. Only because breakfast didn’t begin until 7am and there is a slight lack of parking because of the amount of guests.

TL
Tame Llama Mar 13, 2026
10

Above and beyond, STELLAR service! I booked this hotel for my daughter and granddaughter when they got stranded in Seattle after their flight was canceled. The reservation clerk was super helpful and very kind. It was one of the cheaper options, had good reviews, and offered shuttle service. It was challenging to reach them because they were busy and short-staffed, but I still feel their service was well worth a five-star rating. They stayed Saturday night to Sunday morning, so I knew they'd have to arrange a cab for their 6 am flight as the shuttle doesn't operate until 7 am on weekends. When they arrived, it took a minute to get through to arrange the shuttle, but when it arrived the driver was friendly and helpful. Then the night manager offered them a free upgrade to a King room for the difficulty. At 4 have they arranged a shuttle, even though it was outside of the hours the shuttle operated, and offered them fresh fruit, yogurt, a granola bar, coffee, and a juice box outside of breakfast hours. I would like to personally thank the staff that was there for my family. This was a bright spot in a very difficult journey to granny's house.

JN
Jean Njoya Feb 24, 2026
10

Professional staff. Got a free upgrade to a luxury room, which saved me $40. I had trouble booking the room, but the manager guided me through the fastest and least expensive choice! The staff once again went above and above when I made a new reservation the following morning and was given the improved accommodation. When visiting the Seattle area, I often exclusively book 4 or 5-star hotels! From now on, I'll only stay at this hotel because the customer service more than makes up for its shortcomings in other areas.

NV
Niko Vasser Jan 31, 2026
8.0

Well, this is the 2nd night , moved rooms first night room was better. This room needs w is scary, heat doesn't work, hole in bathroom ceiling not sure if I'm breathing mold from the moisture, did I say heat doesn't work, heat doesn't work , went to let the front desk know but turned around because I don't want to piss myself off because he is real dry I'm going to let the front desk know on the morning that my throat is itchy and I can't do this room. Making me depressed. I'm going to put some affirmations on and try to feel better, The older gentleman was friendly, smiled and spoke.

RR
Raynie Reedy Jan 25, 2026
10

Clean rooms, clean outside. Quiet and safe. The laundry room was tiny but it was actually super convenient and coinless. Great staff, really helpful and really accommodating. HEADS UP - It will pop up in the pet friendly section, it isn't actually pet friendly. I felt really bad when I showed up with a dog, but he was an ESA anyway so it was fine. But regular degular pets they don't allow.

CG
Catrina Graves Jan 21, 2026
8.0

Good for the price. Room was clean, and beds pretty comfortable. Breakfast was OK, waffles and biscuits and gravy, and the regular continental stuff. Staff were friendly but disorganized. Hotel is right next to freeway, so there is road noise, but short drive to lots of places to eat, and stores. Would stay again.

TG
Tristin Greenstein Jan 19, 2026
8.0

Surprised at all these negative reviews. Room was clean, beds were standard motel spring style beds, had TV and had Wi-Fi. Pretty decent for what your paying for. For disclosure the issues we had were that the amenities weren’t properly stocked in the room(soap, towels for more than one person), also they need to seal the gaps on the door/doorframe to prevent small bugs from having the opportunity of entering(which we only saw like 2 over 3 days). lots of vending machine available. You also are in walking distance to Starbucks and jack in the box plus like two local places. Bus stop is located right past the underpass which was nice. Shuttle to and from airport was a huge perk. Would honestly come again.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find FairBridge Inn Express

Seattle, Washington, USA

This low-rise hotel off Interstate 5 is an 8-minute drive from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and 14 minutes from downtown Seattle.

  • Tukwila 1 hr 12 Walk
  • Interurban Ave S & 48th Ave S 5 min Walk
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 13 min Car · 38 min Transit
  • Paine Field 41 min Car · 1 hr 58 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Washington. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Space Needle 56,991 reviews

Space Needle

400 Broad St, Seattle, WA 98109, United States

4.6 · Observation Deck
Pike Place Market 78,735 reviews

Pike Place Market

85 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101, United States

4.6 · Market
The Museum of Flight 1 reviews

The Museum of Flight

Seattle, WA 98108, United States

4.8 · Museum
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