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
Aslan was started by some WWU alum who stayed in bham after school. Awesome beer and good food! Make sure to stop by!

York

While York isn't home to many top sights, Mount Baker Theatre and Bellingham Railway Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

York
Best Western Plus Bellingham
Best Western Plus Bellingham
3 out of 5
3985 Bennett Dr., Bellingham, WA
The price is AED 421 per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
AED 421
AED 472 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Rooms nice breakfast nice"

Reviewed on 30 November 2024

Best Western Plus Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is AED 481 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
AED 481
AED 586 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 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! (1,171 reviews)
"It had a very pleasant atmosphere. The employees were very happy with their workplace and it showed."

Reviewed on 2 December 2024

Oxford Suites Bellingham
GuestHouse Bellingham
GuestHouse Bellingham
2.5 out of 5
805 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA
The price is AED 312 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 6
AED 312
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient location and good service."

Reviewed on 3 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!
Panoramic Lake View Living with Hot Tub! Pet Friendly!
Panoramic Lake View Living with Hot Tub! Pet Friendly!
Bellingham
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions North Lake Whatcom Trailhead and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Great stay
"We enjoyed our stay at this home. It has everything you need and the two family rooms were nice as one of the group had to work a bit so he went downstairs and couldn’t hear us upstairs. We didn’t get to the beach as it rained almost the entire time we were there, but it didn’t seem like a long walk. ..."

Reviewed on 27 August 2024

Panoramic Lake View Living with Hot Tub! Pet Friendly!
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Popular places to visit

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
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
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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