Discovery Princess at Port of Seattle
Everything you need for boarding Discovery Princess (Princess Cruises) at Port of Seattle. Terminal info, parking, restaurants, hotels, and pro tips.
Upcoming Sail Dates
Official schedule · Verified Aug 9, 2026
Sources: CruiseTimetables, Port of Seattle cruise schedule, Port of Seattle Cruise Schedule PDF
No future sail dates are currently verified for this ship. Confirm your itinerary with the cruise line before making travel plans.
Where does Discovery Princess depart from at Seattle?
The catalog terminal association is historical and may have changed. Confirm your terminal with the cruise line before traveling.
When should I board Discovery Princess?
Princess check-in typically runs through the Princess app (MedallionClass), where you complete your documents and select an arrival window ahead of the sailing. Finishing everything early typically puts you in the faster walk-through lane at the pier.
Windows and opening dates vary by ship, homeport, and loyalty tier, so always follow your cruise line's instructions for your specific sailing.
Where can I park for a Discovery Princess cruise?
- Driving & Port Parking: Pier 91: packages from $187/week (about $27/day). Pier 66: $30/day. Off-site lots: $15-20/day with shuttle.
Rates change — check parking and transportation options near Seattle before you travel.
Historical Terminal Reference
Discovery Princess usually sails from here, but this terminal association is historical and may have changed. Confirm your terminal with your cruise line.
Smith Cove Cruise Terminal (Pier 91)
Drop-off: Take W Garfield Way to the terminal entrance at 2001 W Garfield Way. Follow the cruise ship signs from Elliott Ave W. There's a covered drop-off area where porters will take your luggage (tip $2-3 per bag). After dropping off bags and passengers, continue to the parking lot.
Parking: Parking at Smith Cove is prepaid and priced by voyage length rather than by the day — about $187 for a 7-day cruise in the economy zone, with fees, taxes and the terminal shuttle included (USP Parking, checked July 29, 2026). A reservation isn't strictly required for general parking, but the operator recommends booking ahead to guarantee a space in peak Alaska season, and cancellations must be made seven days before your booking date. Oversized and RV spaces exist but are limited, reservation is mandatory for that zone, and the operator prices it separately — check when you book.
Check-in tips:
- Complete your cruise line's online check-in and have your boarding pass on your phone before arrival
- Bring a government-issued photo ID. A passport isn't strictly required on a round-trip Seattle sailing, but bring one anyway — and it is required if your cruise ends in Vancouver rather than returning here
- Arrive during your assigned boarding time — arriving early won't get you on the ship faster
- There's no light rail here, and the nearest bus stops leave a walk that isn't realistic with cruise luggage — plan for rideshare, shuttle, or private vehicle
Smith Cove Cruise Terminal parking & drop-off at Port of Seattle →
Getting to the Port
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
SEA is about 15 miles south of the cruise terminals — roughly 25-40 minutes by car depending on I-5 traffic. This is the closest major airport and where the vast majority of cruise passengers arrive.
Driving & Port Parking
Both terminals have on-site parking. Pier 91 (Smith Cove) sells cruise-length packages through Seattle Port Parking (7-day economy $187, about $27/day). Pier 66 (Bell Street) has a 1,500-space covered garage at $30/day with a sky bridge to the terminal. From I-5, take the Mercer St exit for Pier 91 or the Seneca St exit for Pier 66.
Hotel Shuttle Services
Several downtown hotels offer scheduled shuttles to the cruise terminals during Alaska season (May-September). The Mayflower Park Hotel, Hyatt House, and Seattle Marriott Waterfront all offer shuttle service. Quality and frequency vary.
Uber/Lyft
Rideshare is widely available throughout Seattle. Both terminals have designated drop-off areas. Traffic on I-5 can be unpredictable, especially on weekend mornings.
Nearby Restaurants
Beecher's Handmade Cheese
World-famous mac and cheese made fresh at Pike Place Market. Kids go crazy for it.
$The Crab Pot
Waterfront seafood feast where you eat off the table with mallets — dinner and a show
$$-$$$Ivar's Fish Bar
Seattle's waterfront fish and chips since 1938, with seagulls to feed while you eat.
$Alibi Room
A Post Alley pizza spot near the gum wall, easy to miss, turning out brick-oven pies the whole family loves.
$$Nearby Hotels
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Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown
Apartment-style suites with full kitchens and free breakfast. Everything a family needs.
Embassy Suites Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
All-suite hotel with free breakfast and evening reception — two-room suites give families space
Seattle Marriott Waterfront
A 5-minute walk from Pier 66 with park-and-cruise — close enough to walk to the terminal with your bags.
Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown
A reliable Hampton with free breakfast and a great downtown location, budget-friendly for families.
Local Tip
Discovery Princess usually boards at Pier 91, where you'll follow Elliott Ave W to the terminal entrance. The Smith Cove lot is prepaid and priced by voyage length — about $187 for a 7-day cruise in the economy zone — operated by USP Parking, and RV or oversized vehicle parking is $40/day with advance reservation required. Rideshare from downtown Seattle runs $12-18, or save big by taking the Link Light Rail from SEA airport to Westlake Station for just $3, then a quick Uber to the pier.
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