Bird Rock Hotel

Property class: 2
City-center hotel, steps from Whale Museum

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When you stay at Bird Rock Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Whale Museum and American Camp Visitor Center. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the nice bathrooms.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Bike rental

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $155
$172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with blinds.

San Juan

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Spieden - Early Morning Delivery Noise

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, a small table with a tissue box, a wall-mounted artwork, a sink with a mirror, and a compact refrigerator.

Shaw

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with blinds, and two towels on the bed.

Cypress

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a white shag rug, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted lamp, and a side table with a lamp.

Whidbey Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a grey sofa in a living area.

Salt Spring

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

Fidalgo

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a shower, a vanity, and a painting on the wall.

Orcas

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area with a microwave and dishwasher.

Lopez Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, two towels, and a gray throw blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a wall-mounted artwork above the bed.

Marrowstone Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a ceiling fan, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.

Bainbridge

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted artwork, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a phone.

Patos - Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a large abstract painting.

Sucia - Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Skipjack - Shared Bathroom

A neatly made bed with white and gray bedding, a brown headboard, and a gray throw blanket. There is a framed artwork above the bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Skipjack - Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
35 First Street, Friday Harbor, WA, 98250

What's nearby

  • Whale Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Juan Historical Society and Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 19 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 2 min drive
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 3 min drive
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 15 min drive
  • Westsound, WA (WSX) - 84 min drive
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 87 min drive
  • Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 95 min drive
  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 138 min drive
  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 20.3 miles/32.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Downriggers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Water Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bird Rock Hotel

  • When you stay at Bird Rock Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Whale Museum and American Camp Visitor Center. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the nice bathrooms.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
4:00pm
CHECK-OUT
11:00am

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1891
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle parking
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • 2 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Bird Rock Friday Harbor
Bird Rock Hotel
Bird Rock Hotel Friday Harbor
Bird Rock Hotel Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA
Bird Rock Hotel Hotel
Bird Rock Hotel Friday Harbor
Bird Rock Hotel Hotel Friday Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Bird Rock Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bird Rock Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Bird Rock Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bird Rock Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Bird Rock Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Bird Rock Hotel like?

Bird Rock Hotel is a short 3-minute drive from Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) and 7 minutes' walk from San Juan Islands Museum of Art.

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Reviews

Bird Rock Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Parking
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Amenities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot. Very enjoyable. Comfy bed. Shower head could have been higher but overall a great spot.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean, nice, quiet. We never saw any staff while we were there, but everything was great the way it was. We had no issues. I would recommend staying.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room. Nice location.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute old hotel 2 blocks from ferry. No AC in our room but we didn’t need it with open windows and ceiling fan! Having no staff there wasn’t a problem and they have dishes and a microwave in the lobby for making oatmeal or heating up leftovers. They set out lemonade and cookies in the afternoon. The only thing that I would suggest thats missing to have in the lobby would be a water cooler/filter refillable station. PARKING: We parked for the day up about 2 blocks in the 10 hr lot, then around 4 or 5, we’d bring it back down to street parking in the evening and in the am, take the car back to the free 10 hr lot not far away.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Cruising Stay

The electronic check-in went smoothly and the location was great. Room was comfortable and the area was quiet.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place! Friendly staff!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Clean, charming property. Would definitely stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, centrally located. Staff was super friendly and helpful!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic property! Situated in middle of everything! Clean property.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent and prompt communication from staff. Easy remote check-in. Very lovely space and comfortable accommodations.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Having stayed at Bird Rock and Earthbox I'd choose Earthbox for my next visit to Friday Harbor. Both properties are well decorated and maintained but, despite Bird Rock's convenience, for those who are walking from the ferry, Earthbox has the advantage of being a quiet location who's rooms ( or at least my room ) have sleeping areas that are not flooded with light ( during typical sleeping hours). The staff are very helpful and welcoming.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location. Property was quiet and I enjoyed checking in online, using a code to enter. Owner/operator was very responsive via text.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The property was beautiful and spacious. The location couldn't have been better!! Although staff is not on-site, they were VERY responsive with answers to the few questions we had.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Cool old building with modern updates. The remote check in was clear and smooth.We received a couple texts from staff checking in during our stay, so it still felt very personable. Would highly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The lack of in-person staff was odd at first, but I got more help from texting my concierge than at any of the other hotels we stayed at during this trip. Facilities were clean and the whole place looked great; it was a bit noisy outside but the hotel's in the middle of downtown and near all the action, so it's a fair tradeoff for convenient shopping & dining.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

We fully enjoyed our stay at Bird Rock. The room was small but very comfy. We enjoyed the shared deck and outdoor seating. Yes, it's a shared bath but both baths are very clean, with good showers. The lobby area and outdoor patio are charming and very welcoming. Expect morning street noise when early-morning ferries arrive with delivery trucks, but the hotel very helpfully supplies earplugs in every room. I'd love to return!
Verified review

6/10 Good

Cute place in a good location of town; however, we were on the 3rd floor backside facing a parking lot. Loading noise started at 7am both mornings!
Verified review

6/10 Good

Nice location, clean, No AC, remote "customer serv

Hotel was very clean. However, they do not have a place to sstore luggage pre- or post-check-in so you have to take it 3 blocks up hill to the companion hotel. There is also no airconditioning and no windows to open. Our room was warm and stuffy so we slept with the outside door (second floor!) open. Good location in town and very clean. Not wild about remote hotel staff conact only. call me old fashioned.
Verified review

6/10 Good

The key area that was excellent was the staff Arlene and Holly. I was not aware that there was not dedicated parking. I walk with a cane and we had to park down the block. Also, the check-in was virtual and we had some difficulty understanding how to access the room. For the room we had you go through a swinging door to the left that appeared to be pad locked. It would be great if the padlock was removed totally making it less confusing. I would have also liked some type of security latch on the entrance door. This hotel was comfortable and conveniently located. In the living room they had a shag thick rug under the coffee table that due to the closeness I tripped on a couple of times. Again, I want to close and state that Arlene and Holly were absolutely great.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Great location but limited comfort

It’s well-located, with clean modern fixtures and furnishings. But this is not a hotel, it’s a multi room ABNB. There’s no staff on site and response time to texts can vary. I can only speak for our room (12) which was a large bathroom with a bed in it. You step out of the shower right to the bed. The toilet has a sliding door, but it’s only a few feet from the bed. Power outlets are very hard to access. There is limited dresser and hanger capacity. No fridge or microwave. The room is an example of a Paul Simon lyric, “One man’s ceiling is another man’s floor.” You can hear EVERYTHING going on on the floor above you. So, great location but limited comfort for the price.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a comfortable ground floor apartment style one bedroom suite - super spacious space for three. Bathroom and shower were modern and residential feeling. This particular room did not have a lot of light (small interior courtyard) and was adjacent to the loading dock of the supermarket next door, so if you're looking to sleep in and relax with a view, ask for a higher floor facing the harbor or the street. We were there for one night and were out exploring early so this was not as much of an issue as it could be if you were planning a sleepy getaway. Street parking was easy to find adjacent to the hotel. The only issue encountered was using the provided coffee - it was standard food service dry grounds- have seen it many times. This particular pack may have been old or just cheap because honestly it was like drinking dirty water -completely undrinkable :( I travel globally 30-40% of time for work so I've seen it all in coffee amenities ... a simple upgrade to your coffee for a vacation/leisure property would have been an easy way to knock this experience out of the park. Also note it's a fully remote / text based check in, no front desk. If you like to have on property service this is something to consider as well - was fine for us as we encountered no issues.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel very clean and safe
Verified review

8/10 Very good

This hotel is in a great location. Our room was very noisy and small as we backed up to the grocery store loading area. I think all the other rooms are better. We booked our room via hotels.com so probably got the worst Room. With that said,It’s a great place provided you’re not in the room we were in. We kinda knew something was up when there were earplugs on each side of the bed. There is no staff there to check you in or out. It’s all on your own. I booked through Hotels.com so I did not get that letter that you were supposed to get from the hotel with check-in instructions, so didn’t know how to get in. We did call the number on the door and they gave us all the information via email so it took a little while to get it.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Will visit again
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The use of the sister hotel’s pool was an added benefit.