Happy Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 mountain biking, forests and a bridge

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

Activities

Brew to Brewery Tour

Brew to Brewery Tour

AU$344
per adult
Brew to Brewery Tour
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Our pick of the best Happy Valley Hotel Deals

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 AU$182 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$182
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Ferndale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,195 reviews)
"We had every intention of using the pool but when we checked it out the strong smell of chlorine was too much. Almost hard to breathe in there. Everything else was great."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Silver Reef Casino Resort
Best Western Plus Bellingham

Best Western Plus Bellingham

3 out of 5
3985 Bennett Dr., Bellingham, WA
The price is AU$229 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$229
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Nice place to stay
"Quiet. Good standard breakfast. Nice staff."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham

Oxford Suites Bellingham

3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is AU$252 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
AU$252
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,368 reviews)
"The staffs are very friendly. The room is clean."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Oxford Suites Bellingham
Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport/Ferndale

Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport/Ferndale

2 out of 5
5788 Barrett Rd, Interstate I-5 Exit 262, Ferndale, WA
The price is AU$113 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$113
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Ferndale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.2/10 (1,004 reviews)
Not the flagship of the Wyndham fleet
"Room security was lacking Deadbolt missing Grounds were shabby and untended Room was adequate, linens clean, needed paint and some TLC Wyndham has it’s work cut out"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport/Ferndale
The Kulshan Hotel

The Kulshan Hotel

2 out of 5
807 Trail Rd, Sedro-Woolley, WA
The price is AU$206 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$206
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sedro-Woolley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bingham Park and Sedro-Woolley Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews)
"Beautiful property!"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

The Kulshan Hotel
Swinomish Casino & Lodge

Swinomish Casino & Lodge

3.5 out of 5
12885 Casino Drive, Anacortes, WA
The price is AU$172 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$172
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Anacortes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,131 reviews)
"Amazing staff, that gave new update map or property and amenities. The rooms are spotless and have great showers. I usually stay on the road side and its very quiet. Beds are good, and they have everything you need in room. My refrigerator even had a freezer."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 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

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 Cornwall Beach 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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