Bay City Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Bellingham with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Reception
Front of property - evening/night
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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116 North Samish Way, Bellingham, WA, 98225
  • Western Washington University
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mount Baker Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Jacuzzi Suite)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bellingham

Located in Sehome, Bay City Inn is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Sehome Hill Arboretum and South Bay Trail. This 50-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Western Washington University - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Fairhaven Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boomer's Drive-In - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Haggard Hall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McKay's Taphouse - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Bay City Inn

Hotel in Bellingham with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Bay City Inn, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include a computer station, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
LED TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bay City Motor Bellingham
Bay City Motor Inn
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Bay City Motor Hotel Bellingham
Bay City Motor
Bay City Inn Hotel
Bay City Motor Inn
Bay City Inn Bellingham
Bay City Inn Hotel Bellingham

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Bay City Inn?

Bay City Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay City Inn?

As of Apr 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay City Inn on Apr 3, 2025 start from $75.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Bay City Inn?

This hotel is situated in Sehome within a short 15-minute walk of Sehome Hill Arboretum and also 18 minutes on foot from South Bay Trail. You'll also find Mount Baker Theatre and Whatcom Falls Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Bay City Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Bay City Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Bay City Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bay City Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Bay City Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and free Internet access.

Does Bay City Inn have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Bay City Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Bay City Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Bay City Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bay City Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Bay City Inn have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Bay City Inn?

The closest major airport to Bay City Inn is Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.), which is 7.8 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Abbotsford, BC (YXX-Abbotsford Intl.), which is located 26.3 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bay City Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bay City Inn.

Bay City Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 965 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 965 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 965 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 965 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 965 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erikson

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I like it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is inexpensive, rooms are not extravagant, but have everything you want. Staff is wonderful. Continental breakfast was a nice extra.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable place to stop for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The night staff and the morning staff are extremely friendly, and helpful. The beds were comfortable, and it was nice to have a full bath in the bathroom. We will definitely stay again. Can’t beat it for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Deanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay, no problems.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fraz

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Intensity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a nice stay. Staff were all great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sanitary, hygienic, peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drei

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great value for what we paid for, staff was very friendly. parking spaces are tight though but that is my only gripe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Intensity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Intensity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent lodging in every way
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sergey, Sammamish

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Place To Stay
A clean room, conveniently located, at a very reasonable price. Easy check in and out. Friendly service. Considering the proximity to the freeway, noise was not an issue at all.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024