Can’t get to Venice? Romantic Valentine’s Day hotel options in Whatcom County

Alyse Smith

If you’re trying to plan a romantic Valentine’s Day for you and your special someone, but need to stay local, these are Whatcom County hotels that can still make the holiday lovely.

The Bellingham Herald searched for local romantic hotels that have reservations available for Tuesday, Feb. 14, so all you need to do is reserve the room.

Fairhaven Village Inn

The Fairhaven Village Inn is a boutique hotel in historic Fairhaven that features an art deco-era cocktail bar, complimentary breakfast pastries and fruit and nightly hospitality hour with complimentary adult beverages. The hotel has limited rooms available for Feb. 14 ranging from $199-$269 for the night, and guests can also choose to purchase a package that includes a certificate for a bottle of wine and a cheese plate at Galloway’s Cocktail Bar.

A horse-drawn wagon rolls down 10th Street outside Fairhaven Village Inn on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015, in Bellingham.
A horse-drawn wagon rolls down 10th Street outside Fairhaven Village Inn on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015, in Bellingham.

The hotel is also popular online, receiving a 4-star rating from 43 Yelp reviews.

Read Bobbie C.'s review of Fairhaven Village Inn on Yelp

Reservations can be made online or by calling 877-733-1100. The Bellingham hotel is at 1200 10th St.

Hotel Leo

Hotel Leo in downtown Bellingham offers guests unique room layouts, a Prohibition-era cocktail bar, library and theater. The hotel has various rooms available on Feb. 14, such as studios, full kitchen rooms and historic suites ranging from $149-$389 for the night.

The lobby of the Hotel Leo in downtown Bellingham offers guests unique room layouts, a Prohibition-era cocktail bar, library and theater.
The lobby of the Hotel Leo in downtown Bellingham offers guests unique room layouts, a Prohibition-era cocktail bar, library and theater.

The hotel is highly-rated online, receiving a 4-star rating from 23 Yelp reviews.

Read Roxanne G.'s review of Hotel Leo on Yelp

Reservations can be made online or by calling 360-746-9097. Hotel Leo is located at 1224 Cornwall Ave.

Hotel Bellwether

The waterfront Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham features the Lighthouse Bar and Grill, as well as a three-story lighthouse suite with 365-degree views.

The waterfront Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, which features the Lighthouse Bar and Grill, has limited rooms available for Feb. 14, ranging from $259-$519 for the night.
The waterfront Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham, which features the Lighthouse Bar and Grill, has limited rooms available for Feb. 14, ranging from $259-$519 for the night.

The hotel has limited rooms available for Feb. 14, ranging from $259-$519 for the night. Guests can also choose a “Romance By the Bay” package that includes a bottle of sparkling wine, bath bomb and roses delivered to your room for an extra cost.

The hotel has been reviewed many times online and has received a 4-star rating from 135 reviews on Yelp.

Read Lori G.'s review of Hotel Bellwether on Yelp

Reservations can be made online or by calling 360-392-3100. Hotel Bellwether is at 1 Bellwether Way in Bellingham.

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa offers guests views of Bellingham Bay and full spa services, as well as its onsite restaurant, Keenan’s at the Pier. The inn has limited rooms still available for Feb. 14, ranging in price from $228-$349 for the night.

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa has limited rooms still available for Feb. 14, ranging in price from $228-$349 for the night.
The Chrysalis Inn & Spa has limited rooms still available for Feb. 14, ranging in price from $228-$349 for the night.

The Chrysalis Inn & Spa has received a 3.5-star rating from 186 reviews on Yelp, and is praised for its spa treatments and views.

Read Tawnya L.'s review of The Chrysalis Inn & Spa Bellingham, Curio Collection by Hilton on Yelp

Reservations can be made online or by calling 360-756-1005. The inn and spa are located in Bellingham at 804 10th St.

Semiahmoo Resort

Semiahmoo Resort is a beach resort in Blaine that features a golf course, spa and two restaurants. The resort has various room choices available for Feb. 14, ranging from $178-$439 for the night.

Decorated strawberries, keepsake champagne flutes, champagne and rose petals await a bride and groom in their suite at Semiahmoo Resort in Blaine.
Decorated strawberries, keepsake champagne flutes, champagne and rose petals await a bride and groom in their suite at Semiahmoo Resort in Blaine.

Semiahmoo Resort is also reviewed online, receiving a 3-star rating from 272 reviews on Yelp.

Read Dana S.'s review of Semiahmoo Resort, Golf & Spa on Yelp

Reservations can be made online or by calling 855-917-3767. The resort is located at 9565 Semiahmoo Parkway.

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