Accommodation Options for Wedding Guests
Wedding Venue: Bellingham Cruise Terminal
Bellingham offers several charming areas to stay, with Fairhaven and Downtown both being very walkable districts. Other areas offer a more affordable stay and convenient access to the airport. The city has reliable bus service through Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) connecting major areas, and ride-sharing services are readily available.
(We will absolutely share details on HOTEL BLOCKS once we have them!)
***IMPORTANT NOTE: Bellingham hosts the Northwest Tune-Up Festival, a popular mountain biking, music, and beer festival the same weekend as our wedding. It is critically important that you book your accommodations early!***
HOTEL | AREA | PRICE RANGE | WALKABILITY SCORE | DISTANCE TO VENUE | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chrysalis Inn & Spa | Fairhaven | $$$$ | 95/100 | 0.7 miles | Luxury waterfront hotel with spa services. Direct access to Taylor Dock boardwalk. |
Hotel Bellwether | Bellingham Harbor | $$$$ | 80/100 | 4.1 miles | Luxury waterfront hotel in the heart of Squalicum Harbor near downtown |
Hotel Leo | Downtown | $$$ | 100/100 | 3 miles | Historic charm in the heart of downtown Bellingham near shopping & restaurants |
Hotel Heliotrope | Columbia Neighborhood Hotel | $$$ | 90/100 | 4.3 miles | Boutique hotel featuring mid century styling in historic neighborhood one mile from downtown |
Fairhaven Village Inn | Fairhaven | $$$ | 100/100 | .3 miles | Historic charm, complimentary breakfast. Steps from Fairhaven shops. |
Four Points Sheraton | South Bellingham Shopping Area Near Downtown | $$$ | 50/100 | 4.6 miles | Modern amenities, indoor pool, airporter shuttle pickup/drop off site, .7 miles to downtown |
Holiday Inn & Suites | Airport Hotel near North Bellingham Shopping District | $$ | 0/100 | 10.1 miles | Modern amenities, indoor pool, closest hotel to BLI |
Holiday Inn Express | North Bellingham Shopping District | $$ | 50/100 | 8.2 miles | Complimentary Breakfast, Indoor pool, Fitness Center |
Oxford Suites | North Bellingham Shopping District | $$ | 50/100 | 8 miles | Complimentary breakfast and evening reception. |
Hotel Options
Short Term Rentals
Bellingham features several lovely short term rental options through Airbnb and VRBO. You might also consider sharing the cost of larger accommodations with other guests!
Area Highlights
FAIRHAVEN DISTRICT
-
Historic Victorian architecture
-
Boutique shopping
-
Numerous restaurants and cafes
DOWNTOWN DISTRICT
-
Vibrant arts and culture scene
-
Diverse dining options
-
Shopping and entertainment
-
Easy bus access to Fairhaven
-
Access to Maritime Heritage Park
NORTH BELLINGHAM SHOPPING DISTRICT
-
Close proximity to BLI and Interstate 5, Bellis Fair Mall, and various shopping centers
SOUTH BELLINGHAM SHOPPING DISTRICT
- Close proximity to grocery stores, a few restaurants & cafes, Interstate 5, and downtown
- Airporter shuttle stop
Transportation Tips
-
WTA Bus Route 14 connects Downtown to Fairhaven every 15 minutes
-
Uber and Lyft are readily available. (Note: Uber is not contracted for pickup/drop off at BLI)
-
Many hotels offer shuttle service (check when booking.)
