Hotel Bellwether

3.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with marina and full-service spa

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Premier Bay View Suite) | Bathroom

Room, 1 King Bed (Premier Bay View Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 59 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Plaza)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bellingham

Hotel Bellwether puts you in the heart of Bellingham, within a 20-minute stroll of Marine Life Center and The Upfront Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a marina. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with hydrotherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Lighthouse Bar and Grill, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym along with access to mini golf and free bike hire. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and ski storage. Each morning full breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 3.5-property class Bellingham City Center hotel, you'll find Western Washington University.

What's nearby

  • Marine Life Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Western Washington University - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kulshan Brewing Trackside Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Loft Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cabin Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nicki's Bella Marina - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bellwether

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with marina and full-service spa
Hotel Bellwether offers its guests a full-service spa, a marina, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Bellwether. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Bellingham hotel.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Bellwether offers 66 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Bellingham hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 12 to 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
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • 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
  • Sauna
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

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
Express 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per day
  • Resort fee: USD 14.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Bicycle storage
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness centre access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Lending library access
  • Nearby fitness centre access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 20 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bellwether Bellingham
Bellwether Hotel
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Hotel Bellwether Bellingham
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Hotel Bellwether Hotel Bellingham

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Bellwether?

Hotel Bellwether offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Bellwether?

As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bellwether on 7 Nov 2025 start from AU$408.98, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Bellwether?

Yep, Hotel Bellwether has a secured covered self car park, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Bellwether?

The closest beach to Hotel Bellwether is Cornwall Beach (1.4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Bellwether?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel Bellwether. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as prenatal massages.

What makes Hotel Bellwether a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and couples dining, as well as pillowtop beds and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Bellwether.

Does Hotel Bellwether serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Bellwether?

No, Hotel Bellwether does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Bellwether?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Bellwether?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Bellwether?

Dogs are welcome at Hotel Bellwether, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer.

Hotel Bellwether Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 698 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 698 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 698 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 698 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 698 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula, LONGVIEW

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was beyond expectations. The property was lovely, the view amazing and the lighthouse was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting son at Western. The bathroom is nice…shower had good pressure and a ledge for shaving legs, in addition to jetted tub. Had a lighted magnifying mirror…love those extra touches geared towards us ladies. Could not figure how to cast my phone to smart TV but that’s just probably user error. Parking in safe garage, several dining options are nice. Easy drive to WWU. Pretty view of marina. Good service. Clean. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, LONGVIEW

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, comfortable, great bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, and the staff were all incredibly friendly! Despite a maintenance issue requiring us to move to a different room, the overall experience was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
After one successful espresso, unable to determine how to do one more, a disappointment. Would have strongly preferred a standard coffee machine. Otherwise excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, LONGVIEW

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to my work, great food options
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nely

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne, Lafayette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice hotel

Anniversary getaway. Staff was incredible, room was perfect. Dinner was amazing. The views and walking path was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel Bellwether is an extraordinary property with immaculate comfortable rooms and a staff which prides itself on superior service. Pricing is very reasonable. We wholeheartedly recommend The Hotel Bellwether!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Beautiful hotel, although front desk crew was a bit off & could work on being warmer & more customer service oriented. Otherwise great stay, and will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Beautiful Location

We had a wonderful 3 night get-a-way stay at the Hotel Bellwether. The service was so friendly and accommodating and the room so nice and comfortable with a lovely view of the marina and the beautiful sunsets each night. Easy access to WWU, Fairhaven and downtown Bellingham. The flat paved walking paths and the lovely park near the marina were an added bonus. We are hoping to return soon.
Living Room
Bedroom
Sunset from our room
View from our room
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrific stay. Wonderful setting, great staff, and my golden retriever gives it 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant, Surrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel at a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, clean and came with a beautiful view--its an older hotel but well cared for! All the staff we encountered were welcoming, friendly and helpful. Secure parking with free electric charging, too. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, LONGVIEW

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for work and was able to walk to the office. Everyone was friendly and polite, very quiet and calm place. Very comfortable room, and the bed was wonderful. Also lived the robes. Would definitely stay again when in town
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025