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A hotel with a waterfront patio, outdoor seating, and a view of the lake.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a white bedspread, a green pillow, and a view of the outside.

A spacious living room with two sofas, a fireplace, a large painting, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table with books and a vase of flowers, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

1. Hotel Bellwether

Bellingham City Center, 1.4 km from South Bay Trail

Vanessa

5.354.021 ₫

6.395.319 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. A TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a view of buildings outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, seating, and a TV.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a wooden fence and a building with large windows.

2. Coachman Inn

Sehome, 1.4 km from South Bay Trail

Monica

2.077.920 ₫

2.388.569 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A lobby with a central fountain, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A room with a dark blue sofa, a small round table with a cup and a plant, and a person using a laptop.

A large banquet hall with rows of white chairs, round tables, and a grand chandelier.

A bar area with leather seating, a bartender, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

3. Hotel Leo

Bellingham City Center, 0.4 km from South Bay Trail

Sarah

3.483.113 ₫

3.951.144 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern building with a covered patio area, a grassy lawn, and a picnic table.

A modern living room with leather sofas, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a dining area.

A sign with the word "HELIOTROPE" illuminated against a dark sky, surrounded by trees.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, leather sofas, and a large window providing natural light.

4. Heliotrope Hotel

Columbia, 1.9 km from South Bay Trail

Stephanie

3.886.749 ₫

4.399.995 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A table with a meal, a glass of water, and salt and pepper shakers, overlooking a body of water.

A modern hotel with a large glass facade, stone pillars, and a well-lit entrance.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a chalkboard menu.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a bench with a cushion, and a view of a garden with rocks and trees.

5. Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

South Hill, 2.8 km from South Bay Trail

Mireya

5.303.371 ₫

5.975.271 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a black bathtub, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a round mirror, and a red accent wall.

A Bay City Inn sign at a road intersection with a clear sky.

A gym with various exercise machines, a treadmill, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel entrance with a 'Lobby' sign, a parking lot, and a building with a red and yellow facade.

6. Bay City Inn

Sehome, 1.4 km from South Bay Trail

Vance

2.207.790 ₫

2.533.244 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, red sofas, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel with a sign reading "Four Points by Sheraton" and a parking lot in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A lobby with a glass coffee table, red armchairs, a fireplace, and a staircase.

7. Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center

Puget, 1.2 km from South Bay Trail

Gerald

3.012.984 ₫

3.422.334 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a flat-screen TV, a clock, and a window with a mountain view.

A small, simple room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

A swimming pool with a brick edge, surrounded by a fence. There are lounge chairs and a table outside the pool area.

8. Bellingham Lodge

Sehome, 1.4 km from South Bay Trail

Trevor

1.767.271 ₫

2.043.128 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

A coffee station with a Bunn espresso machine, a Keurig coffee maker, and a water dispenser.

Two beverage vending machines in a hallway with a patterned carpet.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp. There are windows with blinds and a picture on the wall.

9. Lavissh Inn & Suites

Puget, 1.3 km from South Bay Trail

Rebecca

1.964.933 ₫

2.262.929 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A coffee station with two coffee dispensers, a basket, and a sign above.

A reception desk with a sign that reads "We'll leave the light on for you."

A vending machine with Coca-Cola and a water dispenser.

10. Motel 6 Bellingham, WA

Sehome, 1.6 km from South Bay Trail

Colton

1.788.050 ₫

2.066.232 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fence.

A multi-story hotel with a blue roof, a parking lot with several cars, and a flagpole with flags.

A laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a door leading to another room, and a patterned floor.

11. FairBridge Inn Express Bellingham

Sehome, 1.2 km from South Bay Trail

Kelsey

1.792.206 ₫

2.070.907 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a covered outdoor area, and a parking lot.

A modern lounge area with a large window, comfortable seating, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern restaurant interior with a central dining area featuring a white table with a geometric table runner, yellow chairs, and pendant lighting.

12. Oxford Suites Bellingham

Meridian, 4.7 km from South Bay Trail

Leah

3.015.581 ₫

3.720.256 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony and a sign reading "Village Inn."

A two-story building with a sign for 'Fairhaven Village Inn' and a smaller sign for 'Calleway's Cocktail Porch'.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a staircase with ornate railings.

A wooden model of a church on a table in front of a window with a view of a building and greenery outside.

13. Fairhaven Village Inn

Fairhaven, 3.2 km from South Bay Trail

Kathleen

5.718.176 ₫

6.358.435 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a wardrobe.

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a sofa, a microwave, a television, and artwork on the walls.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

14. Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG

6.6 km from South Bay Trail

douglas

3.298.698 ₫

3.736.178 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a large window, and an exit sign.

A buffet with labeled hot food options including turkey sausage, pork sausage, and cheese omelet.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a blue accent wall, a sofa, a small table, a desk with a chair, and a painting on the wall.

15. Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG

Meridian, 5.2 km from South Bay Trail

Abhinav

3.194.802 ₫

3.630.543 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lobby with vibrant green and red seating, a reception desk, and a large green wall with a leaf design.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a large window with a view.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by green and grey walls.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a reception desk, and a dining area.

16. Springhill Suites by Marriott Bellingham

Meridian, 5.1 km from South Bay Trail

John

3.289.607 ₫

3.735.965 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen area with a chalkboard menu, a coffee station, and a waffle station.

A hotel reception area with a digital departure board, a reception desk, and a "Welcome to the Event Green" sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by blue walls and large windows.

A well-organized snack and treat section with shelves stocked with various products, a 'Treats' sign, and refrigerated display cases.

17. Hampton Inn Bellingham Airport

Meridian, 5.2 km from South Bay Trail

Amy

3.088.309 ₫

3.512.122 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, seating, and a view of the interior.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of mountains.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by chairs and tables, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, comfortable seating, and a dining area.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bellingham Airport

Meridian, 4.9 km from South Bay Trail

Teresa

3.386.490 ₫

3.843.700 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outside.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a covered entrance, clear signage, and a parking lot.

A reception area with a counter, a refrigerator, and a snack bar.

A gym with exercise equipment, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.

19. Best Western Plus Bellingham

Birchwood, 5.5 km from South Bay Trail

Penny

2.888.309 ₫

3.289.721 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a large window displaying a scenic view.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled edges, and a sunbathing area with chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a heater, and a window with curtains.

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bellingham

Meridian, 5.1 km from South Bay Trail

Narongdej

3.506.490 ₫

3.977.139 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to South Bay Trail

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Bellwether	9.6 Exceptional 868 reviews	View
Coachman Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,091 reviews	View
Hotel Leo	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Heliotrope Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 474 reviews	View
Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 953 reviews	View

Top South Bay Trail Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Bellingham

10/10 Excellent

"My wife and I live just north of the border, and we visit Bellingham often to come down to do a little bit of shopping as well as to eat at a couple of our favorite restaurants. We always stay at this property. My wife has a disability and so we always book the accessible room with the roll in shower. We consistently have a good stay here. Unlike a lot of other places along the I-5, you don’t have homeless problems here which is something you really need to be careful of. We’ve stayed at some other places in Bellingham in proximity to the I-5and they are horrible. Crackheads everywhere. Not the case here. The hotel itself is clean, the property is clean, attentive front desk staff, a decent breakfast, coffee and tea 24 hours a day, with lots of amenities within a mile radius. As I said, we enjoy staying here as it is consistently a good experience. If I had one negative thing to say, it would be about one person that works the front desk. This person is simply not friendly. They are not rude, or outwardly unfriendly in anyway, but for somebody that works in the hospitality industry they are probably one of the most inhospitable people I have ever dealt with at a hotel. It's too bad I have to check in with them. Just such a difference in the attitude of this person versus literally everyone else here. Not sure why they work in a hotel if they're just not wanting to muster a smile when someone is arriving and wanting to check in."

Bay City Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I would stay here again; it was clean, comfortable, and the staff was pleasant."

Bellingham Lodge

8/10 Good

"Great stay"

Heliotrope Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing two night stay while away for a weekend wedding. It was super quiet and the staff were amazingly friendly. We highly recommend!"

Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the full view of the ocean and walking bay! Was on the 2nd floor and it was a lovely view. Used the tub almost every night"

Upstairs at Thevictorian - Lush Walkable and Dog-friendly Retreat - Steps From Downtown Bellingham

10/10 Excellent

"Spotless"

Other attractions near South Bay Trail

Depot Market Square

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Depot Market Square during your trip to Bellingham.

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The Upfront Theatre

You can make plans for a show at The Upfront Theatre during your stay in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Mindport

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mindport in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Spark Museum of Electrical Invention

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Spark Museum of Electrical Invention during your trip to Bellingham. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's live music.

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Cornwall Beach

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cornwall Beach during your trip to Bellingham?

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iDiOM Theater

2.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy a show at iDiOM Theater on your trip to Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Whatcom Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whatcom Museum during your travels in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Mount Baker Theatre

8.4/10 (183 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Mount Baker Theatre on your trip to Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Bay Trail?

South Bay Trail is located in a welcoming area of Bellingham known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 42 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels can I expect to find near South Bay Trail?

Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Bay Trail.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Bay Trail, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near South Bay Trail.

What can I see and do near South Bay Trail?

Mindport, Spark Museum of Electrical Invention and Whatcom Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can check out the local talent at Mount Baker Theatre, The Upfront Theatre and iDiOM Theater. Local parks like Fairhaven Park, Lake Padden Park and Sehome Hill Arboretum are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for South Bay Trail hotels

1. Hotel Bellwether

2. Coachman Inn

3. Hotel Leo

4. Heliotrope Hotel

5. Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

6. Bay City Inn

7. Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center

8. Bellingham Lodge

9. Lavissh Inn & Suites

10. Motel 6 Bellingham, WA

11. FairBridge Inn Express Bellingham

12. Oxford Suites Bellingham

13. Fairhaven Village Inn

14. Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG

15. Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG

16. Springhill Suites by Marriott Bellingham

17. Hampton Inn Bellingham Airport

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bellingham Airport

19. Best Western Plus Bellingham

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bellingham

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Top South Bay Trail Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Bellingham

Bay City Inn

Bellingham Lodge

Heliotrope Hotel

Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Upstairs at Thevictorian - Lush Walkable and Dog-friendly Retreat - Steps From Downtown Bellingham

Other attractions near South Bay Trail

Depot Market Square

The Upfront Theatre

Mindport

Spark Museum of Electrical Invention

Cornwall Beach

iDiOM Theater

Whatcom Museum

Mount Baker Theatre

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