Seattle Offsites

Great for lovers of the outdoors.

Is your team ready to be sleepless in Seattle? Located in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is also known as the Emerald City because of its beautiful greenery. The city and its surroundings are known for their lush landscapes and dark evergreen trees that never change color, even in the wintertime. Seattle is a particularly unique corporate offsite destination due to its vast offerings. It is not only a metropolitan city, but it is also surrounded by jaw-dropping beauty. Seattle has access to mountains, the ocean, farmland, islands, and even one of the largest temperate rainforests in the US. It is a small(ish) city with a big city vibe that is just as popular for its culture, history, art, and food as it is for its outdoor offerings—the perfect mix between a city and outdoor escape. So whether your team is looking to go hiking, whale watching, white-water rafting, or rather relax at a jazz club or go on a food tour, Seattle is the perfect place for your next offsite company retreat.

Why Seattle is great for your next offsite

Seattle is the perfect balance between nature and a bustling metropolis, which can be explored year-round. Packed full of things to do, Seattle is one of the best places for outdoor adventures, perfect for any team-building activity. The city and surrounding areas are famous for lush forests, scenic mountains, stretches of wild beaches, coastal waterways, and even an archipelago filled with islands. Nature lovers can enjoy outdoor team-building activities like hiking, whale-watching, kayaking, and white water rafting. The best part of Seattle is that it is not just an outdoor corporate destination. Yes, it offers a range of accommodations and activities located in stunning natural landscapes, but it is also a vibrant city. Seattle is a foodie’s paradise and a destination perfect for lovers of art, history, and culture. It is also a city filled with many indoor activities, perfect for rainy or chilly days. The result? A city filled to the brim with various activities, accommodations, and amenities perfect for every type of corporate offsite retreat.

Sample Seattle Offsite Itineraries

Seattle Leadership Offsite

Duration: 2-4 nights
Group Size: 5-15 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Rent your very own castle. That's right. Dating back over 500 years it is the only one of it's kinda on the west coast. You''ll have to venture a bit out of town for this, but it's well worth it.

Activities: Have a little more time to bond while taking out an electric boat that is fully heated for your comfort. If being a bit more involded in your water venture if your vibe, head out for a sailing course.

Seattle Team Offsite

Duration: 2-3 nights
Group Size: 15-40 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Stay at one of the best small resort in the world overlooking Snoqualmie Falls with onsite activities and meeting space.

Activities: Have an afternoon of music, ice cream, and arcade games or go play some indoor putt putt. If you want to get out of the city set up some transportation and head to Rattlesnake Ledge hike.

Seattle All-Company Offsite

Duration: 3-4 nights
Group Size: 40+ people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: There are so many hotels to choose from in Seattle that you can stay right downtown, in Belltown, or in Uptown and still be close to everything.

Activities: Head to a large industrial kitchen to cook a meal together or for the more active take a bike tour through the city. Afterwards meet up at a bar dedicated to ping pong where you can have the entire place to yourselves.

Best time of the year for an offsite in Seattle

Spring in Seattle starts early and ends late, with temperatures rising mid-February. The region has one of the longest spring seasons in the US. Seattle's springtime is magical, with flowers blooming and many festivals, including the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Spring is also the best time to go whale watching. Nevertheless, do expect cooler temperatures and drizzle during the spring months.

Spring: (March-May)

Expect rains even in late June; many locals say that summer doesn’t truly begin until mid-July. Summer in Seattle is warm and dry. It is also the high tourism season.

Summer: (June-September)

Autumn: (September-November)

As the season changes, so does the weather. September in Seattle is still relatively warm. However, October and November do experience chillier days and also an increase in rain. November is the rainiest month of the year. Nevertheless, fall foliage in Seattle is quite breathtaking.

Winter: (December-March)

The rainy season continues in the winter, with December and January being known as some of the rainiest months after November. Seattle has a temperate climate and does not usually have harsh cold winters. However, temperatures can drop below freezing.

The best time to visit Seattle, where your team is likely to experience mild to warm weather, with the lowest crowds, is from early September to mid-October.

Ideal Offsite Season (September-October)

FAQ for Offsites in Seattle

What is the closest international airport to Seattle?

The closest international airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), a 15-minute drive from downtown Seattle.

What type of team-building activities can we do in Seattle?

Seattle is a metropolis surrounded by beautiful nature, which means it has many team-building indoor and outdoor team-building activities. A couple of unique activities you can do in and around Seattle include surfing, going on a food tour, visiting a local brewery, going skiing (winter), hiking, whale-watching, kayaking, visiting the Space Needle, going on a ghost tour or visiting one of the many museums around the city.

What types of groups is Seattle good for?

Seattle is the perfect city for every group, big and small. The city has many different accommodation options that can fit the needs of any type of group. The region has many different types of accommodations that can accommodate specific needs, requests and group sizes. The region is popular for its range of nature-related accommodations, including retreats by the river, in the mountains and also on islands.

What type of budget is good for Seattle?

It is important to note that Seattle has some of the most expensive hotel rates in the country, so if your company is looking for more budget options, they might be hard to find in the city. Nevertheless, due to the size of the city and its surrounding areas, corporate retreats of any budget can be organized.