Bellingham, WA

Travel Guide
Photo provided by Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism
Photo provided by Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism
Photo provided by Philip Cantrick/Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism
Photo provided by Philip Cantrick/Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism
Whatcom Falls Park which includes a waterfall and forest scenes
Bellingham which includes a bay or harbor and rocky coastline
Photo provided by Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism
Photo provided by Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism

Where to stay in Bellingham

30 mins south of the Canadian border you stumble upon historic Fairhaven with cobblestone walks, murals, restaurants and antique shops. Don't miss this quirky fish n' chip joint.

Fairhaven

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

Restaurants, shopping, and spas highlight some of the notable features of Fairhaven. Make a stop by Bellingham Cruise Terminal while you're exploring.

Fairhaven
Bellingham featuring a cascade

Bellingham City Center

While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marine Life Center and Mount Baker Theatre.

Bellingham City Center
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Puget

Though Puget might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whatcom Falls Park and Mount Baker Theatre.

Puget
Views uplake from the Ranger Station in Lake Chelan, WA

Sehome

While Sehome isn't home to many top sights, Mount Baker Theatre and South Bay Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sehome
Impromptu visit to the lake made for a beautiful photo opp.

Samish Hill

While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.

Samish Hill
Delicious brews and a really great Happy Hour at Aslan Brewing in Bellingham, WA!

Meridian

4/5(287 area reviews)

While visiting Meridian, you might make a stop by sights like Bellis Fair Mall and Park Bowl.

Meridian
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is SAR 477 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
SAR 477
SAR 583 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,167 reviews)
"Excellent facilities, clean, welcoming, nice hot tub and sauna, loved the free reception and free airport transit"

Reviewed on 18 December 2024

Oxford Suites Bellingham
GuestHouse Bellingham
GuestHouse Bellingham
2.5 out of 5
805 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA
The price is SAR 319 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
SAR 319
SAR 366 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"good stay"

Reviewed on 18 December 2024

GuestHouse Bellingham
Best Western Plus Bellingham
Best Western Plus Bellingham
3 out of 5
3985 Bennett Dr., Bellingham, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 428 per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
SAR 428
SAR 486 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely place with wonderful patrons. I was disappointed in a particularly employee, but she was only one amongst many many fabulous folks. They are perhaps exhausted due to holiday season."

Reviewed on 16 December 2024

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Secret passage to the San Juan Islands. Very quiet spot on a short, rural road.
Secret passage to the San Juan Islands. Very quiet spot on a short, rural road.
Bellingham
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Bellingham. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Hermosa Beach and Lummi ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
Great place to stay near Bellingham
"Great location exactly as described and we would love to return!"

Reviewed on 2 September 2024

Secret passage to the San Juan Islands. Very quiet spot on a short, rural road.
Emerald Lake Chalet - THE LEAVES ARE CHANGING COLORS!
Emerald Lake Chalet - THE LEAVES ARE CHANGING COLORS!
Bellingham
Book a stay at this family-friendly chalet in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Bloedel Donovan Park and Glen Echo ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (201 reviews)
Love
"We loved the place and would love to return especially in summer to take advantage of the lake and activities. We would like to start a Thanksgiving tradition and return next year."

Reviewed on 30 November 2024

Emerald Lake Chalet - THE LEAVES ARE CHANGING COLORS!
Spacious home apartment in park like setting
Spacious home apartment in park like setting
Bellingham
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
"The apartment was cozy, plush, and very clean!! It had all the extra things needed and was very thoughtfully laid out. The owner was beyond gracious and allowed us to check out 3 hours late. This stay was the best I’ve had and I highly recommend the property!! 5 stars!!"

Reviewed on 12 December 2024

Spacious home apartment in park like setting
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Popular places to visit

Impromptu visit to the lake made for a beautiful photo opp.

Lake Padden Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Padden Park
The Marine Life Center is very small but is worth it. Its a non profit and takes donations. It’s a look into the life under the water. The touch tank was a huge hit with us.

Marine Life Center

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Marine Life Center during your trip to Bellingham. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Marine Life Center
Whatcom Falls Park showing a bridge, mountain biking and forest scenes

Whatcom Falls Park

Explore the great outdoors at Whatcom Falls Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its charming coffeehouses.

Whatcom Falls Park
A gray autumn morning at the beach!

Squalicum Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Squalicum Beach during your trip to Marietta-Alderwood? Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Squalicum Beach

Western Washington University

4.5/5(216 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Western Washington University, during your trip to Bellingham. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Western Washington University

Bellis Fair Mall

4/5(187 reviews)

During your trip to Bellingham, you can do some window-shopping at Bellis Fair Mall. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.

Bellis Fair Mall

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