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Niwas Inn, 5601 Pacific Highway East, Fife, WA -(888) 608-6346
Area: Fife - Port of Tacoma
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2.75
HOTEL RATING: 
FAIR
2.75 out of 5 (584 Ratings)
3.6 miles Tacoma Dome
v8 mins driving
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The Spotlight on Niwas Inn

Comfortable, budget-friendly stay just outside Tacoma

Niwas Inn is a casual, no-frills hotel located in Fife, WA—just outside the Tacoma area and offering easy access to both downtown Tacoma and Seattle. With clean, air-conditioned rooms and a 24-hour front desk, this 3-star hotel is a practical and affordable base for concert-goers headed to venues like the Tacoma Dome or clubs in Seattle.

Guests enjoy free WiFi, a simple continental breakfast, and access to a fun on-site casino. Rooms include private bathrooms, TVs, desks, and free toiletries—everything you need for a quick weekend trip or overnight music retreat.

Why Concert-goers love it

Niwas Inn hits a sweet spot for fans who want to be close to the action without paying downtown prices. It’s less than 5 miles from the Museum of Glass and Tacoma’s main event spaces, while only about a 30-minute drive from Seattle’s legendary venues. The location is far enough from the city bustle to enjoy some peace and quiet after a loud night out. The 24-hour front desk is a major perk for late-night check-ins after encore encores.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends splitting a room and saving cash
  • Solo travelers chasing a bucket-list concert experience
  • Couples making a music-filled weekend of it
  • Fans needing downtime after a big show
  • Budget-conscious travelers who want value and convenience

Food and Drink Options

  • Continental breakfast served daily—perfect after a late night
  • Snack bar available for quick bites on-site
  • Several casual dining spots and fast food chains within walking or short driving distance

Nightlife Options

  • On-site casino for post-show fun without leaving the hotel
  • Short drive to Tacoma’s bars and lounges
  • Easy access to Seattle’s vibrant nightlife for those wanting to go big

What People Say

Guests often highlight the clean rooms, affordable rates, and the friendly staff who go the extra mile. Travelers appreciate the free parking and WiFi, and many mention that the beds are surprisingly comfortable for the price.

Areas for Improvement

Some past guests have noted that the hotel is a bit basic and the surrounding area isn’t the most scenic. A few mention occasional noise from nearby roads, but overall agree that it’s a solid choice for the price.

The Bottom Line

Niwas Inn is an ideal pick for concert-goers looking for a budget-friendly, no-hassle stay with easy access to music venues in both Tacoma and Seattle.
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Business Center
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Non Smoking
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Business Center
` Casino
` Free Parking
` Air Conditioning
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Snack bar
` Shared lounge/TV area
` On-site parking
` 24-hour security
` Accessible parking
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Fire extinguishers
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Laundry services

Niwas Inn Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Fair (2.75 out of 5)

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Poor - 1.0 out of 5

Gwen, Portland, visiting Emerald Queen Casino

I would never stay again and will book directly for a better rate.

Liked: Location.
Disliked: Overcharged; TV didn't work; smoke filled; I asked for a room change but because of how I booked the room no change could be made.

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Rob, Yakima

Would stay here again in the future.

Liked: Fairly economical; location; clean.
Disliked: For me - nothing really negative.

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Poor - 1.0 out of 5

Narayan Mon, 7 July 2025

Management needs to brush up...

Liked: I like that the grounds are well maintained and even tho people say Fife is a rough area you don't get that vibe at Niwas Inn. Most of the staff are Welcoming and Friendly.
Disliked: I'm not sure his name but the gay Mexican employee that works at Night he is Very Unprofessional and Beyond Rude. He acts as if he doesn't want to be there himself... The Management should really consider letting him go. It would be better for business in my opinion. Another thing that needs to be addressed is that granted they have a fee for pets Service Animals legally are not to be charged as pets. I have stayed at this property couple times once was for 20 days the next time was like 3 weeks I'd say easily roughly 70-75 nights I have paid for and realized now that they charged me 30 dollars per Animal. I have two service animals that's roughly 4200 dollars they've taken from me that I will be talking with management to have reimbursed because that is not right. If they won't handle it at the Management level then I will be contacting the BBB and filing a formal complaint and following up with a lawsuit that I'll win hands down because any body can look and see that service animals are not to be charged as a pet... This is by far my biggest complaint.

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Poor - 0.5 out of 5

Ken Sun, 6 July 2025

Bad

Liked: Old,dirty,noisy..

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Herman Sat, 5 July 2025

4th of July stay

Liked: I liked how they had an ATM on site for the cash deposit.
Disliked: Cash deposit

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

King Tue, 1 July 2025

Very good

Liked: The quiet
Disliked: The dirty bathroom door

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Demarcus Wed, 25 June 2025

Exceptional

Liked: The front desk woman was gorgeous and had such long hair and was very patient with me even though I had a few drinks before checkin in, I lowkey want to take her on a date

0.5

Poor - 0.5 out of 5

Anonymous Thu, 12 June 2025

Bad

Disliked: They tried to not give us our

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Poor - 1.0 out of 5

Cindy Mon, 9 June 2025

Bad customer service

Liked: The room seemed decently clean, and most staff were respectful and kind.
Disliked: One staff member (Eduardo) was not willing to fix a clogged toilet that was clogged when we got there. He handed me a plunger and said, "I don't do toilets," and accused us of damaging the toilet after only being there for an hour. He said the room was fine before we got there, despite the obvious water damage to the floor and bathroom door frame. Tiles were also very loose and raised. He kept hanging up on me when I called and wining at us about doing his job.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Joanne Mon, 9 June 2025

Exceptional

Liked: Front desj agent was nice.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Latoyra Sun, 8 June 2025

Exceptional

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Md Sun, 1 June 2025

Very good

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Niwas Inn 5601 Pacific Highway East, Fife, WA