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Our top choices for Lake Whatcom hotels

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outside.

1. Best Western Plus Bellingham

Best Western Plus Bellingham
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Lake Whatcom
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Would stay here again."
United States
Alex
The price is P5,516
P6,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Best Western Plus Bellingham
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a covered outdoor area, and a parking lot.

2. Oxford Suites Bellingham

Oxford Suites Bellingham
3.0 star property
13.1 km from Lake Whatcom
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,660 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Scott
The price is P6,821
P8,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Oxford Suites Bellingham
A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a bed.

3. Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG
3.5 star property
16.2 km from Lake Whatcom
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to stay in Bellingham."
United States
Tristan
The price is P6,814
P7,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG
A modern kitchen area with a chalkboard menu, a coffee station, and a waffle station.

4. Hampton Inn Bellingham Airport

Hampton Inn Bellingham Airport
2.5 star property
14.5 km from Lake Whatcom
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (510 reviews)
"Well-maintained property and friendly staffs"
United States
Prajwal
The price is P6,983
P7,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Hampton Inn Bellingham Airport
A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. A TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a view of buildings outside.

5. Coachman Inn

Coachman Inn
2.5 star property
9.8 km from Lake Whatcom
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,080 reviews)
"This is my go to lodging when I visit my son at college in Bellingham. The family proprietors are wonderful people."
United States
Lisa
The price is P5,060
P5,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Coachman Inn
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a large window, and an exit sign.

6. Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG
2.5 star property
13.2 km from Lake Whatcom
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, beds were comfortable and the breakfast was great!"
United States
William
The price is P6,814
P7,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG
A modern hotel exterior with a clear sign reading "SPRINGHILL SUITES Marriott."

7. Springhill Suites by Marriott Bellingham

Springhill Suites by Marriott Bellingham
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Lake Whatcom
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This hotel exceeded my expectations."
Canada
Gord
The price is P7,464
P8,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Springhill Suites by Marriott Bellingham
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Lake Whatcom
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Overall it was a good stay. Staff were friendly and accommodating. The hotel was well used but well kept. Would recommend to travelers."
Canada
thomas
The price is P5,954
P6,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
A hotel room with a black bathtub, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a round mirror, and a red accent wall.

9. Bay City Inn

Bay City Inn
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Lake Whatcom
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, convenient location, clean room, and nice to have breakfast offerings."
United States
Kimberly
The price is P4,656
P5,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Bay City Inn
An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, seating, and a view of the interior.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bellingham Airport

Home2 Suites by Hilton Bellingham Airport
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Lake Whatcom
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (571 reviews)
"It’s very nice and am satisfied with the hotel including the yummy breakfast."
United States
Teresa
The price is P8,011
P9,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Home2 Suites by Hilton Bellingham Airport
Exterior

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bellingham

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bellingham
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Lake Whatcom
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (433 reviews)
"Good location, nice staffs"
United States
Narongdej
The price is P6,958
P7,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bellingham
A hotel dining area with a long table, chairs, a vase with flowers, and breakfast items.

12. The Kulshan Hotel

The Kulshan Hotel
3.0 star property
25.3 km from Lake Whatcom
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (778 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Heidi
The price is P8,788
P9,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Kulshan Hotel
A modern kitchen with a wooden island, bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large window with blinds.

13. Hotel Leo

Hotel Leo
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Lake Whatcom
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Joanne
The price is P8,011
P9,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Leo
A spacious café with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas, and a variety of tables and chairs.

14. Inn At Lynden

Inn At Lynden
3.5 star property
25.7 km from Lake Whatcom
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (745 reviews)
"We have stayed here many times and it's always a wonderful experience."
United States
Danielle L
The price is P10,190
P11,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Inn At Lynden
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, red sofas, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

15. Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center

Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Lake Whatcom
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The darkest room at night it was amazing, slept like a dream"
United States
Shawna
The price is P6,775
P7,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
A two-story building with a balcony and a sign reading "Village Inn."

16. Fairhaven Village Inn

Fairhaven Village Inn
3.0 star property
12.3 km from Lake Whatcom
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (699 reviews)
"I loved everything about this place!"
United States
Tina
The price is P11,237
P12,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Fairhaven Village Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a wardrobe.

17. Lavissh Inn & Suites

Lavissh Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.7 km from Lake Whatcom
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms & building, friendly staff, and perfect for a couple days visit. Will definitely stay here again when visiting!"
United States
Michelle
The price is P4,534
P5,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Lavissh Inn & Suites
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick building with a sign reading "WISSOTA CHOPHOUSE," and a bar visible through the open kitchen.

18. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Lynden

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Lynden
3.0 star property
26.1 km from Lake Whatcom
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (495 reviews)
"It was a great stay and we had a nice time."
United States
Kristina
The price is P7,913
P8,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Lynden
A covered patio area with stone pillars, a stone pathway leading to a grassy yard, and houses in the background.

19. Heliotrope Hotel

Heliotrope Hotel
2.5 star property
11.9 km from Lake Whatcom
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (480 reviews)
"Comfy stay. We would stay here again!"
United States
Sarah
The price is P7,474
P8,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Heliotrope Hotel
A living room with a fireplace, leather armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf.

20. Baymont by Wyndham Bellingham

Baymont by Wyndham Bellingham
2.5 star property
13.3 km from Lake Whatcom
7.4 out of 10, Good, (864 reviews)
"Great place for an overnight stay"
United States
Herman
The price is P4,248
P4,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Baymont by Wyndham Bellingham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Whatcom

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outside.
Best Western Plus Bellingham
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,011 reviews
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A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a covered outdoor area, and a parking lot.
Oxford Suites Bellingham
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,660 reviews
View
A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a bed.
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
A modern kitchen area with a chalkboard menu, a coffee station, and a waffle station.
Hampton Inn Bellingham Airport
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
510 reviews
View
A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. A TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a view of buildings outside.
Coachman Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,080 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Lake Whatcom

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a wardrobe.

Lavissh Inn & Suites

Lavissh Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Puget
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000)
The price is P4,534
P5,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Lavissh Inn & Suites

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Other attractions near Lake Whatcom

A stone bridge arching over a stream with moss-covered rocks and lush greenery.

Whatcom Falls Park

9.4/10 (290 reviews)
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Whatcom?
Lake Whatcom is located in an area that travelers like for its university setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 39 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Whatcom?
Bay City Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Lake Whatcom. Other good options around the area include Oxford Suites Bellingham and Lavissh Inn & Suites.
How many hotels will I find near Lake Whatcom?
Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Whatcom.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Whatcom, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Lake Whatcom.
What can I see and do near Lake Whatcom?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Samish Park and Bloedel Donovan Park. Explore nature at North Lake Whatcom Trailhead and Lake Samish. Spend some time checking out Cain Lake, which is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Lake Whatcom, or make a stop by Lake Padden Park, located 5.5 mi (8.9 km) away.