Hotel Bellwether

Property class: 3.5
Bayfront hotel in Bellingham with spa and restaurant

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Situated on the bay, Hotel Bellwether is a great choice for a stay in Bellingham. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, hydrotherapy, or mani/pedis, and American cuisine is served at Lighthouse Bar and Grill, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A marina, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center are other features. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $209
$249 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

Room options

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View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Premier Bay View Suite)

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a white bedspread, a green pillow, and a view of the outside.

Room, 1 King Bed (Premier Bay View Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Plaza)

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a large window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Plaza)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Deluxe Plaza)

A four-poster bed with a tray of food and wine, a green pillow, and a framed artwork above.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Deluxe Plaza)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed painting, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham, WA, 98225

What's nearby

  • Marine Life Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whatcom Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Upfront Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Spark Museum of Electrical Invention - 3 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 11 min drive
  • Abbotsford, BC (YXX-Abbotsford Intl.) - 47 min drive
  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island) - 140 min drive
  • Rosario, WA (RSJ-Rosario Seaplane Base) - 149 min drive
  • Westsound, WA (WSX) - 171 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elizabeth Station - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kulshan Brewing Trackside Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Loft Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cabin Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mercato Delle Bontà - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bellwether

  • Situated on the bay, Hotel Bellwether is a great choice for a stay in Bellingham. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, hydrotherapy, or mani/pedis, and American cuisine is served at Lighthouse Bar and Grill, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A marina, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center are other features. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 66 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless 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
    • 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

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only. Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation; restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls and off-leash area available

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite garage

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Reviews

Hotel Bellwether Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant at this property offers excellent food and a great dining experience. (34 reviews)
  • Parking was secure, free, and conveniently located, with many guests appreciating the gated garage. (13 reviews)
  • The hotel provided a warm welcome and special attention to pets, with many staff members going out of their way to make furry friends feel at home. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

I am blown away by our start both nights at the bellweather. The rooms are absolutely gorgeous and the views are unmatched. Extremely friendly staff and we will never stay anywhere else when we visit Bellingham
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room overlooking the bay
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay. Clean. Good places to eat are close. Great staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay. Comfy bed, very clean, great breakfast and easy parking. Very kind staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very welcoming, and the room was excellent with great views of the water. Wonderful place to come visit for any occasion.
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a wonderful room and fantastic staff. We spent the evening on their patio playing games and watching a breath taking sunset. Highly recommend this hotel that is pet friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a four star facility as far as a hotel, excellent restaurants right around the hotel as well very clean excellent cocktails. Excellent oysters on the half show.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, free parking, great bar and food inside hotel. Loved the walking path and the bath products were outstanding
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pretty grounds and building. The bed was very comfortable. Bay view room was definitely worth the price.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and space in the room - staff was extremely courteous.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great food, spotless room, great service
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice rooms and pleasant staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean and well maintained
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, great staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Went there to celebrate a 60th wedding anniversary wonderful location and stY
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was incredible! Clean, friendly staff and smooth check-in/check-out.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean, the hotel was well taken care of, staff were friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a lovely stay here, appreciated the friendly staff so much.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was cozy, staff and amenities were great. Great value
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice. Incredible service and food was delicious.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely with a beautiful view, gas fireplace and sunken, jetted tub. The staff was very courteous and the bar was a great place to unwind at the end of the day. The hotel location is perfect and right on the waterfront trail.
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to my work, great food options
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10/10 Exceptional

Terrific stay. Wonderful setting, great staff, and my golden retriever gives it 5 stars