Yakima Washington Accommodations

When to Visit Yakima, WA

The climate in Yakima, Washington is semi-arid, marked by cold winters and high levels of precipitation. The nicest times of the year include the months of May through September, when the average high temperatures are in the 70s and 80s, and the lows drop to high-40s and mid-50s.

The city also hosts the Central Washington State Fair annually at the end of September, the Yakima Folklife Festival in mid-July, A Case of the Blues and All That Jazz outdoor music festival every year in August, and the Fresh Hop Ale Festival, hosted in October in the downtown area. Visitors come from around the country to attend these annual events, which means that hotel accommodations tend to be more expensive and harder to get.

Below is a chart of the current pricing seasonality of hotels and motels in Yakima, WA:

Yakima, WA: Prices by Star Rating Class

Below are 3 charts illustrating avg. nightly cost trends by star rating class in Yakima, WA. Browse these illustrations to determine the best seasons to book a room in Yakima for upcoming travels.

Luxury Hotel Options in Yakima, WA

4 Star Average Prices: $184.68

At the Hotel Maison, the starting nightly rate is $199, and guests will enjoy a variety of amenities. It is within minutes of the airport for easy access, and is also close to the Yakima Convention Center and Capitol Theater. Each of the 36 guest rooms has a flat-screen TV and refrigerator, along with an iPod docking station and access to complimentary WiFi. Start the morning right with a workout in the onsite fitness center, and then enjoy the free daily breakfast before you head out for sightseeing or business meetings.

If you need more space, check out the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Yakima. This property has both standard guestrooms and spacious suites, and prices start at $159 per night. It also allows pets, so feel free to bring your furry friend. The suites contain sofa beds for additional sleeping accommodations, as well as mini-refrigerators and microwaves. Guests also receive complimentary WiFi access, free parking, and a complimentary daily breakfast buffet with both hot and cold items to sample.

Comfort Suites Yakima is another luxury hotel option in the city, with a central location and extras to make guests feel right at home. Each of the 59 guest rooms has its own microwave, refrigerator, coffee and tea maker, and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests also receive daily complimentary newspapers to keep up with current events, or can swim in the indoor swimming pool, open year-round. The lobby includes a gift shop, fitness center, and front desk staff available 24 hours a day. Guests can also take advantage of pleasant weather by dining outdoors in the picnic area.

Affordable Hotel Options in Yakima, WA

3 Star Average Prices: $128.51

Visitors to Yakima have plenty of hotel options from which they can choose. Some of the locations offer basic accommodations at reasonable prices, while others are high end with luxurious features that are more costly. One of the favorite spots in town is the Howard Johnson Plaza, conveniently located near the Convention Center. Room rates start at $56 per night, which includes daily breakfast and access to both the outdoor swimming pool and fitness center. The property also has room options with refrigerators for those staying at the hotel for extended periods of time.

Another affordable hotel option in the area is the Days Inn Yakima, where rooms also start at $56 per night. This two-floor hotel has standard rooms with two queen beds or one king bed, as well as suites. Complimentary breakfast is provided daily. It is less than a mile and a half from Downtown Yakima, with easy access to dining and shopping areas.

At the Yakima Valley Hotel and Conference Center, guests can expect to pay around $79 or more per night for a standard guest room. Some of the rooms also include mini-refrigerators and microwaves. The hotel has two outdoor pools, a fitness facility on the property, and allows pets for an extra fee.

Guests staying at the Toppenish Inn & Suites will pay nightly room rates that start at $87. This reasonably priced hotel has 40 guest rooms that each include a microwave and refrigerator, along with tea and coffee facilities. The indoor swimming pool and fitness center are open to those staying at the hotel, and free breakfast is served each day. Its location is close to Claar Cellars, a winery near Yakima that offers tours and tastings, as well as budget-friendly wines that combine local flavors.