The Orca Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, walk to San Juan Islands Museum of Art

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The Orca Inn

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Basic Room, 1 Double Bed
Reception

Overview of The Orca Inn

Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

770 Mullis St., Friday Harbor, WA, 98250
  • Popular LocationBakery San Juan3 min walk
  • Popular LocationParadise Lanes7 min walk
  • Popular LocationSweet Retreat & Espresso8 min walk
  • AirportFriday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)15 min walk
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Room options

Standard Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 154 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Friday Harbor

The Orca Inn is located in Friday Harbor. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Juan Island National Historic Park and Lime Kiln Point State Park, while San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Whale Museum are cultural highlights. English Camp and San Juan Islands Sculpture Park are two other places to visit that come recommended.

What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 4 min walk
  • Whale Museum - 12 min walk
  • San Juan Island National Historic Park - 9 min drive
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 17 min drive
  • Cape San Juan - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sweet Retreat & Espresso - 8 min walk
  • Salty Fox Coffee - 12 min walk
  • Vic's Drive Inn - 11 min walk
  • Mike's Cafe & Wine Bar - 12 min walk
  • Downriggers - 13 min walk

About this property

The Orca Inn

Motel near San Juan Island National Historic Park
Located close to San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Whale Museum, The Orca Inn provides an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 65 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Orca Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Orca Inn?

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Orca Inn on Mar 24, 2024 start from CA $190.49, 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 The Orca Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Orca Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Orca Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Orca Inn located?

Situated in Friday Harbor, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Whale Museum. San Juan Island National Historic Park and Lime Kiln Point State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

The Orca Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 781 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 781 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 781 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lynda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luz Velia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Premises were really clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here when visiting Friday Harbor. Not fancy, just nice care shown with the little things. Very convenient, quiet, clean. Staff is helpful & friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel Benjamin Franklin

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

German Jr.

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The inn is near downtown of Friday harbor. Price is great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

william

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For some reason, I made my reservation for the wrong day. The gal that checked me in was very accommodating and even upgraded us to a King sized room. Thanks soo much. you saved our weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean and exactly what i was expecting with easy parking and overall great experience. Its is not a luxury hotel, but it is so necessary to have something clean and reliable as well as affordable, I have family on the island and appreciate Orca inn for making the island for accessible for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Business traveller
Great Value. The rooms are basic, but very clean. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall our stay was nice. Our room has two bathrooms which was very convenient especially if you are sharing a room with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023