Happy Valley Travel Guide

Bellingham

Popular places to visit

Lake Padden Park

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.

Lake Padden Park
Whatcom Falls Park showing forests, a bridge and mountain biking

Whatcom Falls Park

Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.

Whatcom Falls Park
Marine Life Center

Marine Life Center

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Marine Life Center during your visit to Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Marine Life Center
Squalicum Beach

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.

Squalicum Beach

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.

Western Washington University

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.

Bellis Fair Mall

Things to do

Pod of orca whales on the on the San Juan Whale watching cruise in Washington

San Juan Islands Whale-Watching Cruise & Lunch

฿4,731
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Juan Islands Whale-Watching Cruise & Lunch
Bellingham to Deception Pass Tour

Bellingham to Deception Pass Tour

฿10,607
per adult
Bellingham to Deception Pass Tour
The historic Chuckanut Bay Distillery building, former home of JC Penney.

Chuckanut Bay Distillery Tour with 2 Mini Cocktails and Gift Glass

฿653
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chuckanut Bay Distillery Tour with 2 Mini Cocktails and Gift Glass
Brew to Brewery Tour

Brew to Brewery Tour

฿7,343
per adult
Brew to Brewery Tour
From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV

From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV

฿9,628
per adult
From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
From Seattle - Private Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV

From Seattle - Private Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV

฿31,004
per traveller
From Seattle - Private Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
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Top hotels in Happy Valley

Wingate by Wyndham Bellingham Heritage Inn
Wingate by Wyndham Bellingham Heritage Inn
3 out of 5
151 E McLeod Road, Bellingham, WA
The price is ฿3,219 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿3,219
฿3,671 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I was a little nervous after reading some reviews but at the price point for a holiday weekend, we decided to try it and were pleasantly surprised! We arrived a little early and were given an early check-in after a very long drive and I really appreciate that. The hotel is beautiful and tidy. Landscape ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Bellingham Heritage Inn
Silver Reef Casino Resort
Silver Reef Casino Resort
3.5 out of 5
4876 Haxton Way, Ferndale, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,529 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿4,529
฿4,891 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Ferndale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,040 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Silver Reef Casino Resort
Anacortes Inn
Anacortes Inn
2 out of 5
3006 Commercial Ave, Anacortes, WA
The price is ฿5,507 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿5,507
฿6,166 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Anacortes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (303 reviews)
Excellent stay
"Everything was perfect, they worked with me had to use three different credit cards."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Anacortes Inn
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
3 out of 5
1063 W. Bakerview Road, Bellingham, WA
The price is ฿4,351 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿4,351
฿4,928 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"It was OK. Fine for a road trip stop."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is ฿7,808 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿7,808
฿9,127 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,312 reviews)
"Close to everything."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Oxford Suites Bellingham
Swinomish Casino & Lodge
Swinomish Casino & Lodge
3.5 out of 5
12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes, WA
The price is ฿5,181 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿5,181
฿5,795 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Anacortes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Cleaness"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Swinomish Casino & Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Happy Valley

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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.

South Hill
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Fairhaven

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Fairhaven
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Samish Hill

While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.

Samish Hill
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Edgemoor

While Edgemoor isn't home to many top sights, Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Lake Padden Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Edgemoor
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South Bellingham

While South Bellingham isn't home to many top sights, Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Bellingham
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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 Mount Baker Theatre.

Sehome

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