Muckleshoot Casino Resort, Federal WayMuckleshoot Casino Resort in Federal Way, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 3 of 12 hotels we score in Federal Way. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction. Rooms from about $190 a night (cached, not a live quote).Muckleshoot Casino Resort is an 18-storey, 4-star hotel at 2402 Auburn Way S in Auburn, Washington, with 401 smoke-free rooms fitted with modern in-room technology. Facilities include a casino, a rooftop steakhouse with panoramic views, several other dining options, a bar, spa, indoor pool, hot tub, valet and free private parking, and a large events centre. It operates around the clock and sits about 1.2 miles from Les Grove City Park and a 25-minute walk from the White River Valley Museum. Guests praise the clean, well-designed king rooms and quiet atmosphere. The location is in Auburn rather than central Seattle, so visitors wanting city sightseeing will need to drive.What stands out

Clean, well-designed rooms

Quiet with good service

Rooftop dining with views

Free parking and valet

Watch out for

Pillows reported heavy and overstuffed

Far from Seattle attractions

Better-scored in Federal Way

Holiday Inn Exp Suites Auburn Downtown, Federal Way: 3.7 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $158 a night. Located at 507 C Street SW, this two-story hotel sits in downtown Auburn near the intersection of Highway 18 and I-167.

Best Western Plus Plaza Green, Federal Way: 3.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $158 a night. Located on Russell Road in Kent, this three-star low-rise hotel sits next to the Riverbend Golf Course and near the river.