Bay City Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Western Washington University

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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 Western Washington University and Sehome Hill Arboretum. 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 - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Whatcom Falls Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 7 min drive - 5.6 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 with free breakfast, near Western Washington University
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
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 Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay City Inn on Aug 8, 2025 start from $120.0, 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 Cornwall Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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 do couples enjoy most about 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 this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Bay City Inn?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bay City Inn?

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

Bay City Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1017 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
If the bed had been even a LITTLE BIT softer I would have given a five star review. WAY too hard...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very clean and cheap! Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abenezer

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are patient and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to, unique dining near by.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bay City Inn was a great stay! Very comfortable, affordable and had a wonderful continental breakfast! Convenient location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, parking spaces too small
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good inexpensive stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hernandez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

linden

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ly may sy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 week there. Hotel is a bit old but it was clean. Breakfast is decent and for the price it ‘s a good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Humberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025