Hotel Bellwether
3.5 star property

Boardwalk/promenade Bellingham hotel in Bellingham City Center with marina

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Hotel Bellwether

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Terrace/patio
Exterior
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Overview of Hotel Bellwether

9.4

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Bellingham by travellers.
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Bellingham.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

1 Bellwether Way, Bellingham, WA, 98225
  • Popular LocationAnthony's4 min walk
  • Popular LocationLombardi's Italian Restaurant4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarine Life Center7 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhatcom Museum20 min walk
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Multiple View (Executive Plaza)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 391.4 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Multiple View (Premier Bay View Suite)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 640.5 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 391.4 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bellingham

Hotel Bellwether is located in Bellingham City Center, a neighborhood in Bellingham, and is near the airport and on the waterfront. South Bay Trail and Bellingham Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Marine Life Center and Spark Museum of Electrical Invention. Bellingham Railway Museum and Mindport are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Mount Baker Theatre - 3 min drive
  • Western Washington University - 4 min drive
  • Squalicum Beach - 4 min drive
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 7 min drive
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Elizabeth Station - 16 min walk
  • Black Sheep - 3 min drive
  • Ponderosa Beer & Books - 8 min walk
  • Lombardi's Italian Restaurant - 4 min walk
  • The Loft Restaurant - 6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bellwether

Hotel located in Bellingham City Center
At Hotel Bellwether, you can look forward to a marina, a terrace, and mini golf. Treat yourself to hydrotherapy, a massage, or a body wrap at Zazen Salon and Spa, the onsite spa. The onsite American cuisine restaurant, Lighthouse Bar and Grill, features happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a nature reserve, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 66 rooms include comforts such as fireplaces and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

Languages

English, Spanish

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Electric car charging station
Free bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
Bicycle parking
Garden
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 12–20 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
  • 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk
  • 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
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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
For more details, 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per day

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12–20 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
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Bellwether pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Bellwether?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bellwether on Mar 29, 2024 start from CA $313.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Bellwether?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Bellwether?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Bellwether?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Bellwether located?

Located in Bellingham City Center, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marine Life Center, The Upfront Theatre, and Whatcom Museum. Mindport and Spark Museum of Electrical Invention are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Hotel Bellwether Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 398 out of 535 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 535 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 535 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 535 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 535 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The room and the view was beautiful. It was very clean and comfortable and the staff was friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christina, Seattle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a criticism of Expedia, not the property. When I booked the stay, the room said it had “multiple views”. However, that apparently meant a view of a wall and a driveway. That is not a view. There were unfortunately no other rooms available for my boyfriend’s bday getaway so we had a view of nothing. Thanks Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Bellevue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of space in the room and a beautiful view off the balcony. Very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place in all ways
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and attention of Bellwether Staff is incredible - wonderful stay every time we visit Bellingham.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the hotel room, dining room and bar. Great staff and the French Spaniel mascot!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024