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Hotel Bellwether

3.5 star property

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Room, 1 King Bed (Premier Bay View Suite) | Bathroom
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham, WA, 98225
  • Place, Mount Baker Theatre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Washington University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bellis Fair Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Premier Bay View Suite) | Bathroom

Room, 1 King Bed (Premier Bay View Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Plaza)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bellingham

With a stay at Hotel Bellwether, you'll be centrally located in Bellingham, within a 5-minute drive of Western Washington University and Marine Life Center. .This spa hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from The Upfront Theatre and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Whatcom Museum.

What's nearby

  • Marine Life Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Western Washington University - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 10 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kulshan Brewing Trackside Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Loft Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cabin Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nicki's Bella Marina - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bellwether

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with a marina and a full-service spa
Hotel Bellwether offers 66 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Bellingham hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

A marina and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 66 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while DVD players and cable programming provide entertainment.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and ski storage.
Enjoy American cuisine at Lighthouse Bar and Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
Lighthouse Bar and Grill - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Lighthouse Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 14.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Bicycle storage
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Lending library access
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 20 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented at the time of check-in.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Bellwether Bellingham
Bellwether Hotel
Hotel Bellwether
Hotel Bellwether Bellingham
Bellwether Hotel Bellingham
Hotel Bellwether Hotel
Hotel Bellwether Bellingham
Hotel Bellwether Hotel Bellingham

Reviews

Hotel Bellwether Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 700 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William, Shelton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Bellwether. Fabulous hotel, great location. Love the view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, LONGVIEW

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was beyond expectations. The property was lovely, the view amazing and the lighthouse was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting son at Western. The bathroom is nice…shower had good pressure and a ledge for shaving legs, in addition to jetted tub. Had a lighted magnifying mirror…love those extra touches geared towards us ladies. Could not figure how to cast my phone to smart TV but that’s just probably user error. Parking in safe garage, several dining options are nice. Easy drive to WWU. Pretty view of marina. Good service. Clean. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, LONGVIEW

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, comfortable, great bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, and the staff were all incredibly friendly! Despite a maintenance issue requiring us to move to a different room, the overall experience was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
After one successful espresso, unable to determine how to do one more, a disappointment. Would have strongly preferred a standard coffee machine. Otherwise excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, LONGVIEW

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to my work, great food options
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nely

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne, Lafayette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice hotel

Anniversary getaway. Staff was incredible, room was perfect. Dinner was amazing. The views and walking path was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel Bellwether is an extraordinary property with immaculate comfortable rooms and a staff which prides itself on superior service. Pricing is very reasonable. We wholeheartedly recommend The Hotel Bellwether!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Beautiful hotel, although front desk crew was a bit off & could work on being warmer & more customer service oriented. Otherwise great stay, and will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Beautiful Location

We had a wonderful 3 night get-a-way stay at the Hotel Bellwether. The service was so friendly and accommodating and the room so nice and comfortable with a lovely view of the marina and the beautiful sunsets each night. Easy access to WWU, Fairhaven and downtown Bellingham. The flat paved walking paths and the lovely park near the marina were an added bonus. We are hoping to return soon.
Living Room
Bedroom
Sunset from our room
View from our room
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrific stay. Wonderful setting, great staff, and my golden retriever gives it 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant, Surrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel at a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, clean and came with a beautiful view--its an older hotel but well cared for! All the staff we encountered were welcoming, friendly and helpful. Secure parking with free electric charging, too. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025