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

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
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 are some highlights of Fairhaven. Make a stop by Bellingham Cruise Terminal or Bellingham Bay while you're exploring.

Fairhaven
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Puget

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

Puget
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
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
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Happy Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Happy Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Lake Padden Park.

Happy Valley
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is AED 511 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
AED 511
AED 619 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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! (1,244 reviews)
"A hotel is always missing something but not this one . The staff was nice ,drinks were great,pool was clean and there was a sauna! I was really nervous with my little one running around so staff accomadated my room so that nobody was under us . I can't even explain how much I appreciated our ..."

Reviewed on 18 March 2025

Oxford Suites Bellingham
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
3 out of 5
714 Lakeway Dr, Bellingham, WA
The price is AED 466 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 466
AED 529 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The floor in the room was sticky. Pillows sucked! The restaurant was good and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 19 March 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
Hotel Leo
Hotel Leo
2.5 out of 5
1224 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA
The price is AED 437 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
AED 437
AED 496 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (664 reviews)
"Hotel Leo is absolutely my favorite place to stay in Bellingham. The location cant be beat, and the hotel has such an old time elegance vibe. I love the quirkiness. I had a "room" that was actually like an apartment. Livingroon, kitchen, bedroom - all separate. It was so wonderful. The staff are ..."

Reviewed on 21 March 2025

Hotel Leo
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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! (140 reviews)
Well appointed vrbo with wonderfully responsive host
"Well appointed vrbo with wonderfully responsive host"

Reviewed on 6 March 2025

Spacious home apartment in park like setting
900 square foot Studio loft in Fairhaven
900 square foot Studio loft in Fairhaven
Bellingham
Stay at this apartment in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Interurban Trail and Lake Padden Park are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Very Well stocked
"Lovely Loft it was perfect for our family of 3."

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

900 square foot Studio loft in Fairhaven
Spacious and private in a beautiful setting
Spacious and private in a beautiful setting
Bellingham
Stay at this apartment in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Interurban Trail and Lake Padden Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Hidden Gem
"So close to town but feels like you’re out in the woods. Lovely apartment. Quiet too! I was able to get a months worth of work done without any distractions. WiFi was great. Just the perfect little place. I’ll be staying again"

Reviewed on 26 February 2025

Spacious and private in a beautiful 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
Whatcom Falls Park showing a bridge, mountain biking and forest scenes

Whatcom Falls Park

Whatcom Falls Park is just one of the places to see in Bellingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its charming coffeehouses.

Whatcom Falls 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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