Find Bellingham motels from $51

If you’re having difficulty finding a motel in Bellingham, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from over 251 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

At many motels, you’re likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word “motel” was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

Motel 6 Bellingham, WA: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Western Washington University. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Bellingham Lodge: A sauna along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It’s located within a quick 3-minute drive of Western Washington University.

Expedia has 8 affordable motels in Bellingham.

As you explore the area, you can check out the college campus and take time to enjoy the charming coffeehouses. People who’ve visited Bellingham have good things to say about its shops, live music, and theater scene. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Squalicum Beach, Whatcom Falls Park, and Lake Padden Park. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Marine Life Center, Bellingham Railway Museum, and Spark Museum of Electrical Invention. To learn more about local history, take some time at Mount Baker Theatre and Whatcom Museum.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Bellingham to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 40°F. The rainiest months in Bellingham are November, December, January, and October, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Bellingham to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.), which is located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Abbotsford, BC (YXX-Abbotsford Intl.), which is 19.2 mi (30.9 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.