South Bellingham Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Whatcom Falls Park
Whatcom Falls Park is just one of the places to see in Bellingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cosy cafes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in South Bellingham
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
Very clean and tidy!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Swinomish Casino & Lodge
Room was clean and quiet. Restaurants were decent, we tried two while we were there. Staff was courteous and attentive. The casino was centrally located for our plans that weekend and we would gladly stay there again. They had delious coffee in the rooms and at the coffee stand downstairs.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Nice room and breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
Clean room and great staff!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
The room was quiet, clean, and comfortable. I would stay there again in the future.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Leo
It was all okay until my credit card was charged with a deposit that was refunded months after. I had to file a credit card claim.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Bellingham
Samish Hill
While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.
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 Cornwall Beach.
Edgemoor
While Edgemoor isn't home to many top sights, Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fairhaven
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.
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 Cornwall Beach.
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 Bellingham Railway Museum.
