Bellingham Motels

Bellingham Motels for the Frugal Traveler

You'll find 9 economical motels in Bellingham among more than 170 hotels and other lodging choices. When you pick one of these budget accommodations, there might not be abundant amenities like you'd find at a traditional hotel but you'll save more money for your trip.

Because you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Bellingham. Top sights to visit include Bellis Fair Mall.

Fun fact: Starting in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66. At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking.

Below are some of our customers’ favorite Bellingham motels to choose from:

Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport/Ferndale

• Stay within a short 8-minute drive of Bellis Fair Mall.
• Enjoy access to the indoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Bellingham Lodge

• A spa tub 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.

Motel 6 Bellingham

• Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
• Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Western Washington University.

Shamrock Motel

• It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Bellis Fair Mall.
• Free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay, along with room amenities like cable TV.

Bayside Motor Inn

• If driving, you'll be within 14 minutes of White Rock Pier.
• Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Things to Do 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:

• Sehome Hill Arboretum
• Whatcom Falls Park
• Bloedel Donovan Park

These are some attractions the whole family can enjoy:

• Marine Life Center
• Birch Bay Waterslides

Some landmarks to see in the area include:

• Peace Arch State Park
• Mt. Constitution
• Orcas Island Historical Museum

Bellingham is also notable for its:

• Breweries
• Waterfalls

Best Time to Visit Bellingham

Determine the perfect time for your visit to Bellingham by reviewing these seasonal weather details:

• The hottest months are typically July and August, while December and January are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 55° F and nighttime temperatures average 32° F
• April-June: 69° F is the daytime average and 38° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 73° F and nighttime averages are around 44° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 63° F during the day and 31° F at night
• Average rainfall is 35.79 inches in a year

How to Get to Bellingham and Around the Area