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Discovery Inn

Property class: 2

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A building with a covered outdoor area, red doors, and hanging flower baskets.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a window with curtains.
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.
A pool area with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees with pinkish leaves.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1016 Guard St., Friday Harbor, WA, 92850
  • Place, San Juan Historical Society and Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Whale Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Juan Islands Museum of Art
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)
    ‪21 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a door.

Superior King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, two wall-mounted lamps, and a painting on the wall.

Double Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A window with a view of a building with a red door and a parking lot.

Single Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Friday Harbor

Discovery Inn is a short stroll from San Juan Historical Society and Museum and Whale Museum. This 29-room hotel has free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • San Juan Historical Society and Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Whale Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park - 18 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 18 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Downriggers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Coffee & Chocolate Co. - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Discovery Inn

Free WiFi in public areas and a hot tub are featured at Discovery Inn . A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Refrigerators and microwaves are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Discovery Inn ?

This hotel is located in Friday Harbor, a short 16-minute walk from San Juan Islands Museum of Art and also 13 minutes on foot from Whale Museum. You'll also find San Juan Historical Society and Museum and San Juan Golf & Tennis Club within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Discovery Inn ?

As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Discovery Inn on Nov 22, 2026 start from $175, including 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.

Is there parking available at Discovery Inn ?

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

Does Discovery Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Discovery Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Discovery Inn ?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Discovery Inn ?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like slippers, a garden view in some guestrooms, as well as a hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Discovery Inn ?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Discovery Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Discovery Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Discovery Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Discovery Inn .

Are there connecting rooms at Discovery Inn ?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Discovery Inn ?

The closest major airport to Discovery Inn is Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Friday Harbor, WA (FRD), which is located 1.1 mi away (3-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Discovery Inn ?

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

Discovery Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great spot. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was amazing and the property was close to downtown and very lovely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent front desk, very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved the attention to detail which made our stay memorable. We would not hesitate to recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We’ve already recommended this place to friends. Best place to stay in Friday Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was such a charming and well kept little get away! Staff was incredible- so kind and helpful. Good size clean hot tub and lawn games. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a very cute motel a few minutes from Friday Harbor. We enjoyed the HOT hot tub, yard games, and picnic area. The room was decorated so cute with little extras everywhere from the shower steamers, hot coco/coffee bar, and slippers. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best place to stay on the island. The property is wonderful and the hosts helped us more than they could possibly know with our trip and all the people we had staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this place. Great location, 3 minute drive to town. So clean, and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent choice for a motel on Friday Harbor. Very nice rooms with beautiful color scheme. Staff with extremely helpful and nice. I highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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While it is a little outside of the main strip in Friday harbor, it is the best place to stay! Alexis was very helpful at check in and gave us tons of helpful recommendations. The room itself was beautiful, with wonderful amenities. It was very clean and modern. The hot tub was fantastic, and they had several activities like ping-pong, giant jenga and disc golf to partake in. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I could not recommend this place any more highly. The property is delightful. The hosts went way above and beyond to make our trip the best it could be and the rates are very reasonable. I would not stay anywhere else on the Island
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unsure when we booked it, pleasant surprise, friendly hosts, clean, decorated with so many sweet thoughtful touches, & the best hot tub! Only a few minutes into town & handout provided with useful information.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Freya and Alexis are the ultimate hosts. Helpful and kind. We arrived from a three day kayak adventure and they helped us find laundry service, drove us to drop it off and pick it up. Offered great tips for food and activities and really made us feel welcome. A special spot in a beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was spectacular! Clean, comfy, quiet, and nicely decorated. There were also special touches such as robes and slippers, eye masks and ear plugs (which we didn't need) for sleeping, plenty of coffee and hot chocolate. The staff was informative and helpful with great ideas of things to do and restaurant ideas. It was a good location, not to far from town to walk (about a mile). I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean and arranged very neatly. Bathrobes/slippers were nicely placed on the bed with real flowers on the lampstand. Bed was comfortable, but I wish the pillows were a bit more firm. AC unit had difficulty maintaining set temperatures, but room temperature was fine overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This may be one of the most thoughtful/best designed hotel rooms I’ve stayed in. Super comfortable bed, great bathroom (big shower and a heated toilet seat!), a keurig in the room with real mugs and to go paper cups, real half and half. My only complaint (and it’s picking at straws, honestly) is no plugins close to the bed to plug in phones, and the water pressure wasn’t great in the shower (though hotel rooms are notorious for this, this wasn’t any worse than anywhere else). Lots of thoughtful touches. Great room, I’d choose this place every time in Friday Harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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No water in fridge, otherwise great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was delightful. I was received most graciously out on the road because I could not find the place. The room was extremely pleasant with those touches that make it feel really cozy like a white robe and slippers. I had not told them that stairs were difficult for me so they had me on the third floor, but when I requested a first floor unit, they immediately switched me down without any hassle.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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To start, Friday Harbor properties are waaaaay too expensive-even as wonderful as it is, but that being said...I was expecting much less from the exterior photos of this property. It is an older property and looks very 80s-90s, but what a surprise! It is beautiful , perfectly clean and so nicely appointed. The bathroom is small, BUT super clean with great products. There was Starbucks coffee in the Keurig (also an espresso machine in the office). There were chocolates next to the perfectly made bed (that was really comfortable) with enough pillows!. The blankets were so lovely. Good smart TV (not too hard to access-very good Wifi). So many little extras, Have I said enough? Mel, the woman who checked us in could not have been more helpful for hiking trails, restaurants, coffee shops, whale sightings. Free, convenient parking. Good wifi. Nice location as well. Also, very quiet, and really restful. Loved, loved, loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This has to be the most thoughtful and quaint place we have ever stayed! The small details make everything flawless! From the chocolates beside the bed, to the ear plugs and face masks, bathrobes and slippers, even shower steamers! I wish we would have stayed here the whole trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great little spot that was close enough to town and had more than we expected for amenities. Really nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026