San juan islands hotels: The Best Places To Stay On San Juan Island
Top 7 Resorts & Hotels in Washington’s San Juan Islands for 2022 – Trips To Discover
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The San Juan Islands offer an escape that feels like a world away from the mainland, but this archipelago sits just off the west coast of Washington State. To make the most unforgettable experience, consider a stay at one of these fabulous hotels and resorts.
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Friday Harbor House, San Juan Island
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At Friday Harbor House, a small inn on a prominent bluff in the town of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, guests enjoy beautiful water views, a fireplace, and an oversized whirlpool bath along with the chance to dine on meals featuring farm-fresh produce and herbs from the property’s garden. There’s no need to bring a car either, as you can simply ride the ferry to the island and walk the two blocks to get there. You’ll be steps away from downtown, with its outstanding art galleries, museums, and boutiques. Kayak rentals are available for getting out on the water where you can paddle and watch for orca whales, seals, sea lions, otters, porpoise, bald eagles, and more.
Roche Harbor Resort, San Juan Island
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One of the best couples resorts in the United States, Roche Harbor Resort is a historic, sprawling property set along the north end of San Juan Island at the edge of the Salish Sea. It hosts a wide range of accommodations, from historic hotel rooms to contemporary condos. Especially popular for weddings, with ceremonies frequently held in its Lady of Good Voyage Chapel on the hill or in the magnificently landscaped Sunken Garden. The Hotel de Haro hosts rooms that are filled with notable antiques, including the claw-foot bathtub where actor John Wayne even enjoyed a soak, while the luxurious McMillin House and Quarryman Hall suites boast heated bathroom floors, fireplaces, and panoramic water views from a private veranda.
Rosario Resort and Spa, Orcas Island
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Listed on the National Historic Register, the historic 1909 Moran Mansion is the centerpiece for Rosario Resort, set on 40 acres along the glistening shores of Cascade Bay on Orcas Island. It’s managed to retain its original Mission-style furniture and a multitude of beautiful antiques like the Aeolian organ with nearly 2,000 pipes that’s used for concerts in the music room. The Mansion hosts waterfront dining in The Mansion Restaurant with seasonal menus featuring dishes that include local produce, meats and seafood whenever possible. A full-service spa offers fitness classes and a variety of relaxation and rejuvenation treatments, along with an outdoor pool, whirlpool, and sauna. There are spacious rooms and suites on the waterfront, all offering awe-inspiring water views and lavish amenities like fireplaces and balconies.
Snug Harbor Resort, San Juan Island
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Snug Harbor Resort is a popular cottage resort and marina on the northwest side of San Juan Island.
It offers spacious units with tall windows that overlook the Mitchell Bay, private decks, gas fireplaces, full kitchens, and high ceilings. Guests enjoy complimentary use of kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards for getting out on the water, as well as bikes for exploring the island itself. The property also hosts Mitchell Bay Coffee, which serves a variety of coffee beverages, local pastries, waffles, soups, and more.
West Beach Resort, Orcas Island
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West Beach Resort is ideal for families, including those with want to bring their pet. It features cabins and cottages that sleep four to six guests, all of which include kitchens, and sits along a half-mile dog-friendly beach. RV and tent camping, as well as a number of tent cabins, are available too. The marina offers boat, kayak, and canoe rentals and guests can also take advantage of a kids’ activities program, bonfire, hot tub, whale watching trips, fishing, crabbing, and more.
A convenience store and espresso bar with a good selection of groceries, beer, wine, and Lopez Island Creamery ice cream is also located onsite.
Tucker House Inn, San Juan Island
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The Tucker House Inn offers a convenient location just steps from the Friday Harbor ferry, providing easy access to whale watching excursions, beaches, kayaking, restaurants, galleries and more. The historic 1898 property is made up of a labyrinth of Victorian buildings and three cottages with a variety of upscale amenities, like the Goose in the Pond Cottage, a stand-alone studio cottage with a cathedral ceiling and skylight, remote-controlled gas fireplace, king feather top bed, and kitchenette, while split doors open to a grassy lawn, weeping willow and shade gardens. Guests can also look forward to a range of personalized services, sumptuous breakfasts with local ingredients, and even picnic lunches to enjoy while exploring the island.
Willows Inn, Lummi Island
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Willows Inn is the place to go for foodies who also want to enjoy a tranquil escape.
The inn is considered a “gastronomic retreat”. The 15-room inn sits on Lummi Island, considered one of the best-kept secrets in the San Juans. Half rural, half mountainous, you’ll find peaceful beaches and country roads that stretch for well over 18 miles, making it an ideal destination for walking, biking, and bird watching. Willows hosts its own farm, pastures for a flock of more than 100 lambs, and a welcoming, knowledgeable staff who happily guide guests to the best the area has to offer. To add to the relaxing feel of the inn and the island, guests can enjoy a variety of massage treatments on site too, including Swedish, deep tissue, relaxation, hot stone, and Lomi Lomi techniques that utilize high-quality certified organic products.
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★ Top 8 Resorts and Hotels in the San Juan Islands in Washington ★
- Friday Harbor House, San Juan Island (Prices & Photos)
- Willows Inn, Lummi Island (Prices & Photos)
- Orcas Island Inn
- Roche Harbor Resort, San Juan Island Prices & Photos
- Rosario Resort and Spa, Orcas Island Prices & Photos
- Snug Harbor Resort, San Juan Island Prices & Photos
- West Beach Resort, Orcas Island Prices & Photos
- Tucker House Inn, San Juan Island Prices & Photos
The San Juan Islands offer an escape that looks like the world is far from the mainland, but this archipelago is located just off the west coast of Washington state.
For an unforgettable experience, consider staying at one of these fabulous hotels and resorts.
Friday Harbor HouseFriday Harbor House
Friday Harbor House, San Juan Island Prices & Photos
Friday Harbor House, a small inn on a prominent bluff in Friday Harbor City on San Juan Island, guests can enjoy beautiful water views, a fireplace and a huge hot tub, as well as the opportunity to dine on farm-fresh produce and herbs from the garden hotel. You also don’t need to bring a car as you can just take the ferry to the island and walk two blocks to it. You will be steps away from the city center with its outstanding art galleries, museums and boutiques. Kayak rentals are available for going out on the water where you can paddle and watch killer whales, seals, sea lions, otters, porpoises, bald eagles and more.
Willows Inn Lummi IslandWillows Inn Lummi Island
Willows Inn Lummi Island Prices & Photos
Willows Inn is the place for gourmets who also want to enjoy a relaxing holiday.
Considered a «gastronomic haven», the inn is run by Chef Blaine Wetzel, who earned his forager’s badge under René Redzepi at Nome in Copenhagen. The 15-room inn is located on Lummi Island, considered one of San Juan’s best-kept secrets. Half rural, half mountainous, you’ll find tranquil beaches and over 18 miles of country roads, making it the perfect place for walking, biking and bird watching. Willows has its own farm, pastures for a flock of over 100 lambs, and friendly, knowledgeable staff who are happy to guide guests to the best the area has to offer. In addition to the relaxing atmosphere of the hotel and the island, guests can enjoy a variety of massage treatments, including Swedish, deep tissue, relaxation, hot stones and Lomi Lomi techniques, which use high quality certified organic products.
Orcas Island Inn Orcas Island Inn
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Hosts Jeremy Trumble and John Gibbs welcome guests to this charming adults-only inn on Orcas Island in Deer Harbour.
Guests can sip champagne on the sun deck and watch the great blue herons that often land near the water’s edge, along with glimpses of otters, bald eagles and the local «Gus» harbor seal. Stroll across five peaceful acres of lush lawn and wetlands, explore an extensive museum-quality art collection, and enjoy relaxing in the warmth of a fire on one of the feather sofas. Various accommodation options are available, such as the Waterside Cottage, which has a hot tub and a fireplace.
De Harbor Hotel at Rosh Harbor ResortDe Harbor Hotel at Rosh Harbor Resort
Roche Harbor Resort, San Juan Island Prices & Photos
Situated along the northern tip of San Juan Island on the edge of the Salish Sea, this historic, sprawling building offers a wide range of rooms, from historic hotel rooms to modern suites. Particularly popular for weddings, in 2012 it was named «Best Northwest Destination for Weddings» by Seattle Bride Magazine.
Ceremonies were often held in his «Lady of the Good Journey» chapel on the hill, or in the gloriously sunken garden. The De Haro Hotel has rooms filled with noteworthy antiques, including a clawfoot tub where actor John Wayne even enjoyed the water, while the deluxe McMillin House and Quarryman Hall suites feature heated bathroom floors, fireplaces and panoramic water views from a private veranda.
Rosario Resort & SpaRosario Resort & Spa
Rosario Resort and Spa, Orcas Island Prices & Photos
Historic Morana Mansion from 1909, listed on the National Historic Register, is the centerpiece of the Rosario Resort. It is located on 40 acres along the glittering shores of Cascade Bay on Orcas Island. He managed to keep his original Mission style furniture and many fine antiques such as an Aeolian organ with almost 2,000 pipes used for concerts in the music room. The Mansion features a waterfront restaurant at The Mansion Restaurant with a seasonal menu featuring local produce, meats and seafood whenever possible.
The full-service spa offers fitness classes and a variety of relaxation and rejuvenation treatments, as well as an outdoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna. There are 107 waterfront rooms and suites, all offering spectacular water views and luxurious amenities such as fireplaces and balconies.
Snug Harbor ResortSnug Harbor Resort
Snug Harbor Resort, San Juan Island Prices & Photos
This popular cottage resort and marina on the northwest side of San Juan Island offers newly renovated rooms with tall windows overlooking Mitchell Bay, private decks, gas fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens and high ceilings. Guests have free use of kayaks, canoes and paddles to get out on the water, as well as bicycles to explore the island itself. The hotel also features Mitchell Bay Coffee, which serves a variety of coffee drinks, local pastries, waffles, soups and more.
West Beach ResortWest Beach Resort
West Beach Resort, Orcas Island (Prices & Photos)
West Beach Resort is ideal for families, including those who want to bring their pet.
It offers cabins and cottages that can accommodate four to six guests. They all have kitchens and are located along a half-mile dog-friendly beach. RV and campground as well as a range of tents are also available. The marina offers boat, kayak and canoe rentals. Guests can also take advantage of the children’s entertainment program, bonfire, hot tub, whale watching excursions, fishing, crabs and more. The hotel also has a shop and an espresso bar with a good selection of Lopez Island produce, beer, wine and ice cream.
Tucker House InnTucker House Inn
Tucker House Inn, San Juan Island Prices & Photos
Tucker House Inn is conveniently located just steps from the Friday Ferry for easy access to sightseeing tours for whale watching, beaches, kayaking, restaurants, galleries and more. The historic 1898 building consists of a labyrinth of Victorian buildings and three cottages with various upscale amenities such as Goose in the Pond Cottage, a detached studio cottage with cathedral ceiling and skylight window, remote controlled gas fireplace, king feather top bed and mini kitchen, while split doors open onto a grassy lawn, weeping willow and shady gardens.
Guests can also look forward to a range of personalized services, deluxe breakfasts with local produce and even a picnic to enjoy while exploring the island.
Hotels in San Juan Island (USA): prices 2022, hotel reservations, photos, reviews
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Island Inn at 123 West
Excellent boutique hotel. Close to restaurants, bars and public transport. Excellent rooms and
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Excellent 9.
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Friday Harbor Grand
Great hotel. Fantastic service. Great atmosphere.
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Excellent 9.5
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Friday Harbor House
Excellent hotel for a romantic getaway. Great location. amazing rooms and service.
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Excellent 9.2
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Tucker House Inn
Excellent boutique hotel. Fantastic service. Excellent location.
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Excellent 9.2
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Discovery Inn
Excellent city hotel. Near the city center. Great rooms and fantastic service. Gorgeous
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Excellent 9.3
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Hillside House Bed and Breakfast
Excellent hotel for a romantic getaway. Great atmosphere.
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Excellent 8.8
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Inn to the Woods
Excellent hotel for a romantic getaway.
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Excellent 9.1
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Argyle House Bed and Breakfast
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Excellent 8.6
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Lakedale Resort at Three Lakes
Excellent family hotel.
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Excellent 9
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Bird Rock Hotel
Very good hotel for a romantic getaway. Fantastic service. Excellent location.
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Excellent 8.4
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Friday Harbor Suites
Very good city hotel. Fantastic service. Excellent location.
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Excellent 8
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Earthbox Inn & Spa
Very good budget hotel. Great pool. Excellent location.
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Excellent 8.2
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The Orca Inn
Average budget hotel.
Located near shopping malls and city center.
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Great! 7.1
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San Juan Island Hostel
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Peter Jensen House
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Excellent 9
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Jones Cabin
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Excellent 8.7
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Wildwood Manor
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Excellent 9.7
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Friday Harbor Lights
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Wharfside Bed & Breakfast
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Excellent 8.7
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Sweet Escape & Summer Dream
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