South Bellingham

Bellingham

Popular places to visit

Impromptu visit to the lake made for a beautiful photo opp.

Lake Padden Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Padden Park
Whatcom Falls Park showing forest scenes, a bridge and mountain biking

Whatcom Falls Park

Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.

Whatcom Falls Park
A gray autumn morning at the beach!

Squalicum Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Squalicum Beach during your trip to Marietta-Alderwood? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cafes.

Squalicum Beach

Fairhaven Park

After visiting Fairhaven Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Fairhaven Park

Western Washington University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Western Washington University during your trip to Bellingham. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Western Washington University

Bellis Fair Mall

During your trip to Bellingham, you can do some window-shopping at Bellis Fair Mall. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.

Bellis Fair Mall

Things to do

Brew to Brewery Tour

Brew to Brewery Tour

RM913
per adult
Brew to Brewery Tour
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Top hotels in South Bellingham

Oxford Suites Bellingham

Oxford Suites Bellingham

3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St Bellingham WA
Stay at this spa hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,499 reviews)
Check in was great - she was great helping us get settled - awesome room, easy parking and amenities

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

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Swinomish Casino & Lodge

Swinomish Casino & Lodge

3.5 out of 5
12885 Casino Drive Anacortes WA
The price is RM442 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM442
RM497 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Anacortes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,241 reviews)
This place is a gem! Gorgeous views, yummy dining and clean casino! Easy access from I5 too.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Swinomish Casino & Lodge
Silver Reef Casino Resort

Silver Reef Casino Resort

3.5 out of 5
4876 Haxton Way Ferndale WA
Stay at this spa hotel in Ferndale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,319 reviews)
Everything was great.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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Quality Inn Mount Vernon

Quality Inn Mount Vernon

2.5 out of 5
1910 Freeway Dr Mount Vernon WA
The price is RM288 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM288
RM327 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mount Vernon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Front desk personnel was great

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Quality Inn Mount Vernon
Hotel Leo

Hotel Leo

2.5 out of 5
1224 Cornwall Avenue Bellingham WA
The price is RM397 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
RM397
RM454 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (889 reviews)
Very friendly staff, clean room, easy check in!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

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Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG

3.5 out of 5
4260 Mitchell Way Bellingham WA
The price is RM417 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM417
RM475 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Room is clean

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around South Bellingham

Impromptu visit to the lake made for a beautiful photo opp.

Samish Hill

While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.

Samish Hill
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Happy Valley

Though Happy Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Lake Padden Park.

Happy Valley
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Edgemoor

While Edgemoor isn't home to many top sights, Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Lake Padden Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Edgemoor
The view toward Stehekin from Lucerne on Lake Chelan, WA

Fairhaven

5/5(1 area review)

Restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Fairhaven. Check out Bellingham Cruise Terminal or Bellingham Bay while you're exploring the area.

Fairhaven
Sunset over the North sound from Boulevard Park in Bellingham, Wa

South Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Sehome Hill Arboretum.

South Hill
Views uplake from the Ranger Station in Lake Chelan, WA

Sehome

While Sehome may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cornwall Beach and Mount Baker Theatre.

Sehome

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