Lakewood - Washington - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

The home of the Steilacoom and Nisqually Indians, Lakewood, Washington was originally known as the Prairie, the site of a Hudson Bay Company fur trading post. Today, this city is home to about 70,000 people who enjoy the countless lakes found within its borders. Stay at the Best Value Inn, the Western Inn or the Best Western Inn when you come to this beautiful city. If you really want to be pampered and relax in the lap of luxury, you can stay at the Thornwood Castle Inn and Gardens, the sight where many movies have been filmed.

Enjoy the exquisite cuisine offered by the many restaurants you'll find here. Dine at the Akina Teriyaki, the Baja Fresh, the Dooriban Restaurants or many others where you will have to see the menu to see what kind of food they serve. There are many BBQ restaurants and those that specialize in Italian or Oriental cuisine. In addition, you can still get your favorite fast foods at places such as Burger King or KFC.

Explore the garden paradise of the Lakewold Gardens or take in the sights of the 615 acre park at Northwest Trek, home to more than 300 animals. Visit the Fort Lewis Military Museum and see the many artefact's dealing the early exploration of the Northwest. See the aircraft exhibit at the McChord Air Museum and make a stop at the Lakewood Veteran's Memorial.

With the many lakes come the opportunity for boating and fishing and beaches where you can take a swim or get a glorious tan. Harry Todd Park is the site of many rowing competitions on the weekends and Fort Steilacoom Park has many scenic walking and hiking trails. The breathtaking beauty and the many attractions of Lakewood will keep calling you back to spend more than one vacation here.