Getting around Spokane from the Davenport Hotel

The Davenport Hotel sits at 10 S Post St in downtown Spokane, within easy walking distance of Riverfront Park and several theaters. You can walk to most nearby sites, use Spokane Transit Authority buses and the City Line for longer hops, or take the hotel’s paid airport shuttle, taxi/ride-share, or on-site parking if you have a car.
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Getting to and from Spokane International Airport (GEG)
Spokane International Airport (GEG) is the nearest airport. Drive time to the Davenport Hotel is reported at about 10–12 minutes by car.
The Davenport Hotel offers a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge (fees vary by source) and the property also lists paid transfer options and car service; taxis and ride-share apps are available at the airport.
- Shuttle: hotel offers roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge
- Taxi / ride-share: readily available from GEG to downtown
- Public transit: STA buses connect the airport to the downtown STA Plaza
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Hotel shuttle | Paid; check front desk for current schedule and fees |
| Taxi / ride-share | Direct, ~10–12 minute drive depending on traffic |
| STA bus | Connects airport to downtown STA Plaza; transfers to local routes |
Walkability and nearby attractions
The Davenport Hotel’s address (10 S Post St) places it in a compact, walkable part of downtown Spokane. Riverfront Park and Spokane Falls are about a 6-minute walk; the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox and Spokane Symphony are 1–5 minutes on foot.
Family attractions and shopping are close by: the Mobius Children's Museum sits next door and River Park Square shopping is within an easy walk.
- Riverfront Park & Spokane Falls — roughly 6-minute walk (0.4 miles)
- Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox — about a 4-minute walk (0.3 miles)
- Spokane Intermodal Center (train/bus) — about a 7-minute walk
- Mobius Children's Museum — immediately next door
| Place | Approx. walk time |
|---|---|
| Riverfront Park / Spokane Falls | 6 minutes |
| Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox | 4 minutes |
| River Park Square shopping | 5 minutes |

Public transit: buses, City Line and STA
Spokane Transit Authority (STA) operates local buses that serve downtown; fares and pass options are set by STA. The City Line is a zero-emission Bus Rapid Transit route that runs through Downtown and connects to the University District and Gonzaga.
A downtown shuttle loop (Route 11) runs frequently and links Riverfront Park, the North Bank and downtown stops — useful for short hops within the central area.
- STA local buses: use downtown stops near the hotel for cross-town travel
- City Line (BRT): connects Browne's Addition, Downtown and University District
- Route 11: downtown/North Bank shuttle loop runs about every 20 minutes
| Service | Good for |
|---|---|
| STA local buses | Citywide travel and connections |
| City Line (BRT) | Fast connection between Downtown and University District/Gonzaga |
| Route 11 shuttle | Short downtown loops (Riverfront Park, North Bank) |
Driving, parking and car access
The Davenport Hotel offers self-parking (with in/out privileges) and covered valet parking. Listings report self-parking at roughly $28 per night and valet around $35 per day; height restrictions apply in on-site parking.
If you plan day trips (for example to Coeur d'Alene, Mt. Spokane or Silverwood), having a car is convenient. The hotel’s downtown location makes short trips into central Spokane straightforward by car.
- On-site self-parking: reported with in/out privileges (fee varies by source)
- Valet parking: covered valet available (fee varies by source)
- Watch for height restrictions in parking areas
| Parking option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | On-site; in/out privileges reported |
| Valet parking | Covered valet available |
| Accessible parking | Wheelchair-accessible spaces and van parking available |
Hotel shuttles, on-site transport and concierge help
The Davenport Hotel lists a paid airport shuttle and mentions shuttle services among property transportation options. The daily destination/resort amenity fee often includes services such as bike rental and local shuttle elements — check current front-desk details for exact inclusions and eligibility.
Front desk and concierge can arrange taxis, ride-shares, car service, bike rentals and directions around town. BookResorts agents are available 24/7 at +1 (888) 605-1350 for booking-related questions.
- Ask the front desk about shuttle schedules and any downtown shuttle included with the amenity fee
- Concierge can book taxis, car service, and bike rentals
- Phone support via BookResorts: +1 (888) 605-1350
| Service | How to arrange |
|---|---|
| Airport shuttle | Arrange with front desk; surcharge may apply |
| Local shuttle / shuttle inclusions | Ask front desk about amenity fee inclusions |
| Bike rental | Often included in daily destination/resort fee—confirm availability |

Biking, trails and active options
The Centennial Trail — a roughly 30-mile paved path for biking and running — begins within walking distance of the Davenport Hotel, making it easy to reach longer cycling routes from downtown.
The hotel’s destination/resort fee is reported to commonly include a daily two-hour bike rental in some reviews; confirm with the front desk for current availability and hours.
- Centennial Trail: access within walking distance for longer rides
- Bike rentals: often included in the daily amenity fee according to some reports
- Scooters and rental bikes: downtown Spokane has Lime scooters and other shared options
| Route / Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Centennial Trail | Long-distance biking, running and scenic rides along the river |
| Hotel bike rental | Short rides and downtown exploration (confirm at front desk) |
| Shared scooters / bikes | Quick trips around downtown |



