How to Find Luxury Hotels in Bellingham, Washington

Located between the San Juan Islands and the North Cascade Mountains on the far northeastern tip of Puget Sound, scenic Bellingham, Washington provides a gateway between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. With lots to see and plenty of luxury accommodations available in and around the city, Bellingham has much to offer its visitors.

Things You'll Need

• Computer
• Internet access

Instructions

Find Luxury Accommodations in Bellingham

1. To book accommodations, contact Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism at [phone] or visit their Web site (see Resources, below).

2. Choose a waterfront hotel or luxurious inn and spa in downtown Bellingham and enjoy the city's many cultural diversions and nightlife. Rates range from $125 to $300 per night for luxury rooms and suites.

3. Stay in the foothills of Mount Baker for fantastic skiing at the summit. Mount Baker has the longest ski season in Washington and one of the highest annual snowfall totals in the United States. Luxury accommodations range from $120 to $275 per night.

4. Nestle into a quaint bed and breakfast outside town with great views of the gorgeous natural surroundings. Prices per night range from $100 to $350.

Travel to Bellingham

1. Arrive in Bellingham by shuttle bus, rental car or taxi from the Bellingham International Airport or Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac).

2. Arrive by ferry from several points along the Puget Sound.

Enjoy Bellingham

1. Take advantage of the many water adventures in Bellingham. Take a scenic cruise around the San Juan Islands or go whale watching, kayaking or fishing.

2. Stay inside the city and visit one of Bellingham's world-class museums including the American Museum of Radio and Electricity and the Whatcom Museum of History and Art.

3. Leave the city and drive down Chuckanut Drive, a small highway that passes through historic little towns and offers breathtaking views of the San Juan Islands.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're visiting Bellingham in the winter, you'll find many of the downtown inns and spas offer lower rates during their off-season. During winter months, you can still experience the city as well as do some skiing on Mount Baker.

• Choose clothing appropriate for the season. Bellingham has a mild marine climate with foggy mornings and cooler evenings. Average summer temperatures hover near 70 degrees F, and winter is rainy with average temperatures around 40 degrees F.