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Hotel Bellwether

Hotel Bellwether
Hotel Bellwether – Bellingham, WA
Hotel Bellwether – Bellingham, WA
Check in 12:00 AM
Check out 12:00 AM

About Hotel Bellwether

Located at Bellingham Marina, this waterfront property offers views of Bellingham Bay. A spa and wellness center and 2 restaurants are located on site. Free Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each air-conditioned room at Hotel Bellwether on Bellingham Bay. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Select rooms include relaxing spa baths or fireplaces. At Hotel Bellwether on Bellingham Bay you will find a fitness center. Other facilities offered include meeting facilities, luggage storage and ski storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking and miniature golf. Free parking is offered at the property. The hotel is 1.2 mi from Western Washington University. Bellingham International Airport is 3.1 mi away. Mt. Baker Ski Area is 55 mi from Hotel Bellwether on Bellingham Bay.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe
  • EV charging

Reviews

4.8 / 5
Excellent 834 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Incredible location with a spectacular view of the Puget Sound and very friendly staff, along with good choice of restaurants within walking distance, including the hotels restaurant

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very nice and pleasant hotel. Staff is attentive and professional. We had a an awesome stay and can't wait to go back.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    bayfront setting

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel is nice if a littel dated. Our room was big and spacious with a well stocked fridge and snack bar. The fire place is very nice. The balcony is shared with other rooms on the same side of the building and floor The grout around the tub is cracking and falling apart and water pressure in the shower was not good, The staff should be trained to help guest with normal travel questions. I needed to rent a car and no one at the front desk could help. The one employee behind the counter said - Im not even old enough to rent a car - that shouldnt exclude her from being able to help a customer with info.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice room overlooking the bay

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Beautiful hotel, great grounds and delicious restaurant options.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice place to stay. Clean. Good places to eat are close. Great staff.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The restaurant closes very early.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel room was spacious clean and very appealing. The staff were excellent and very helpful. The restaurant was very good and the drinks were fabulous.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great spot for a getaway , beautiful location- Bellingham has tons to offer for breweries and restaurants, real hidden jem - recommend

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This is a wonderful property at the marina adjacent to downtown Bellingham. Outstanding in every way and worth the price.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We had a wonderful weekend trip to Bellingham. Our stay at the Bellwether was perfect! The property is beautiful and peaceful!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Beautiful spot right on Bellingham Bay! Gorgeous hotel, comfortable beds, beautiful furnishings. Friendly staff and quiet. I would highly reccomend staying here.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location with beautiful rooms! Also, great happy hour!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Beautiful scenery, quiet, peaceful, and bunnies

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Excellent

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice hotel with a balcony and space in the room

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Hotel Bellwether is attractive and has a nice location near the waterfront on Zuanich Point in Bellingham. We had a deluxe plaza room with a spa tub and separate shower, a king size bed with 4 posts and elevated up off the floor by an extra 8 - 10 inches, so you had to be careful getting out of bed at night and watch your step. The furniture took up most of the floor space. The A/C unit vented to the small patio and was noisy when it ran. I didn't see from the photos online that you had to be an acrobat to get into the spa tub. My husband also agreed, so we both took showers. The faucet assembly was smack in the middle, which was a barrier, and the sill was up to 13" W and 21" H. Since the hotel had a lot of guests at the time, I didn't think they would have a room with a standard rectangular tub available, or I would've asked to switch. They offered breakfast at their Lighthouse Grill for an extra $55.00 per day per person. We chose to go to IHOP near W Bakerview Rd. They had a deluxe mini bar and mini fridge full of all kinds of goodies for sale. We didn't buy any of the items but maybe other guests would see that as a convenience. The little pod coffee maker was barely functional. There was no microwave. It was a nice room with beautiful artwork on the walls. There are 2 Anthony's restaurants nearby if you crave seafood or a nice brunch or lunch. They rushed us out at 9:00 on our last day, the housekeeping cart was at our door, check out is posted as 11:00.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We stay here prior to a sailing trip but it’s not just a stop over - it’s part of our holiday. The staff are super friendly and efficient. The food is amazing and we had a gorgeous suite overlooking the harbour. It’s our 3rd visit and already planning our 4th!

Frequently asked questions about Hotel Bellwether

Does Hotel Bellwether have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Hotel Bellwether offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Hotel Bellwether offer parking?
Yes, Hotel Bellwether offers free parking on-site.
Does Hotel Bellwether have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Hotel Bellwether offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Hotel Bellwether have a fitness center?
Yes, Hotel Bellwether features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa.
Where is Hotel Bellwether located, and how walkable is the area?
Hotel Bellwether is located at 1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham, WA 98225. With a Walk Score of 30, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Hotel Bellwether
  • Bellingham Airport 3.3 mi

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