Bellis Inn

Hotels
6.1 (739 reviews)
3710 Meridian Street , Bellingham , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Inexpensive / good value for money
Comfortable bed noted by multiple guests
Friendly / helpful front-desk and evening staff
Convenient location for several guests
Hot water available
Microwave and fridge in some rooms
Easy booking
Working TV reported by some guests
Cons:
Poor cleanliness: dirty sheets, odors, insects, debris
Breakfast limited or low quality
Safety concerns / drug activity and loitering reported
Manager or staff inattention and rudeness reported
Room issues: smaller than advertised, small TV, broken fridge
Noise from other guests and fighting; sleepless nights
Elevator out of order at times
Limited laundromat capacity
Unexpected post-payment charge reported
Power outages affecting rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
2.5
Consistently reported as poor: dirty sheets and blankets, hair and wash rag left in shower, insects and debris on bedding, bad odors and inadequate room cleaning.
Service
8
Mixed but several guests praised friendly and helpful front-desk/evening staff; some reports of rude management and staff inattention (refused refunds, ignored loitering). Overall scored higher to reflect repeated positive mentions of staff friendliness.
Location
7.5
Many guests cited a convenient/good location close to destinations, though several also reported safety concerns and a problematic neighborhood; overall modestly positive due to frequent positive mentions of location.
Room Quality
5.5
Mixed: comfortable beds noted by multiple guests, but rooms smaller than described, small TV, occasional non-working fridge, loud neighbors and an isolated power outage reduced room quality.
Amenities
6.3
Basic amenities present (microwave, fridge, vending machines, laundromat) but limited (laundry capacity low, elevator problems, some in-room appliances not working); raised moderately to balance frequent mentions of available amenities.
Value for Money
9
Repeatedly described as inexpensive/affordable and a decent choice for the price by several guests; score increased to reflect strong comments about price value.
Food and Beverage
4.5
Breakfast frequently criticized as insufficient or low quality (store-bought donuts, limited selection); a few guests said breakfast was good, but overall negative trend.
Overall Experience
5.5
Overall mixed-to-negative experience: some guests appreciated price, bed and staff, but pervasive cleanliness issues, safety concerns, and service lapses led to generally disappointing stays for many.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 13:23

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Bellingham, just a short distance from Western Washington University and Fairhaven Amtrak Station, Bellis Inn offers a comfortable stay with free WiFi and parking.

Comfortable Rooms
Each room at Bellis Inn is equipped with essential amenities such as a desk, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, ensuring a relaxing stay for all guests.

Outdoor Activities
Guests can make the most of their stay by engaging in various outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, and fishing in the beautiful surroundings of Bellingham.

Book your stay at Bellis Inn now for a memorable and enjoyable experience in Bellingham.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BLI

Location

Guest Reviews

6.1
Based on 739 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.5
Service: 8
Location: 7.5
Room Quality: 5.5
Amenities: 6.3
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 4.5
Overall Experience: 5.5
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Estrella couple us
1
Disgusting, dangerous, and very unprofessional, horrible experience.
Pros:

Nothing.

Cons:

Management was horrible I have a 1 year old,they was a guy walking around with a kitten knife,going up the elevator with his dog he saw us coming,so he missed his way into the elevator, waiting for us to come close and go with him in the next elevator,my husband saw the knife and said can you put that away we have a 1 year old and don’t feel comfortable.He started to get mad and say it as loud as he can I’m not going to kill your fucken baby,so why are you waiting for us to come with you in the elevator. we told him just to go in the elevator and have a good day. He refused to go in the elevator and it tried to attack my husband and intimidate him and follow him around so me and my baby had to go run into the car and hide while he’s dealing with this and I’m on the phone with the cops and the manager is just hiding in a room and he knows what’s going on and we told him and he just ran away and head. there’s a guy who sits there at night shift and he doesn’t wanna do anything for anyone. He’s a bigger guy. He refused to tell the guy with a knife to go upstairs over and over again and then he finally did and then when he did, and my husband went to go check, he was waiting for us on the second floor and still continue to follow my husband in attack him, and he was waiting where their cameras could not see him waiting for us upstairs… there’s a guy named Ty there which the next day he did kick him out, which was helpful for me and my family. One of the maids are too friendly for my liking and try to follow my husband into a room without me knowing just way too friendly. She has a red car big one. The other maids fine and try to keep to themselves. you do have to keep an eye on the front desk a little bit because Ty does like to leave the facility and go to the store or wherever he likes instead of doing his job. if you do stay along period of time, make sure to lock your door knobs on top because the Asian guy does like to come in the room unannounced.

2026-09-03 via Nuitee
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Estrella couple us
1
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Morgan couple us
8
Pros:

We never get up in time for hotel breakfasts, so can't comment on that. The hotel is old, but gettting renovated, and things were in a bit of a state of flux.

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Serena family_with_children us
6
It was fine for a cheap place to stay
Pros:

I liked that it was close to the downtown area.

Cons:

It is right next to a casino and the freeway. The beds were lumpy and squeaky. The water pipes are super loud. There was garbage in our room from the previous occupant.

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Mercy solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Alan couple us
8
Good value. Will use again.
Pros:

Breakfast was mediocre. How bout some bagels and cream cheese? Maybe another juice selection besides just orange.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Leah couple ca
7
Very nice location and comfortable bed
Pros:

Location and comfort

Cons:

All was good

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Linda extended_group us
8
I have stayed here before but it was better then.
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and responsive. Thursday was a great price but Friday’s price was not consistent with the quality of the place. Nice breakfast. It was quiet.

Cons:

It is starting to show its age. Towels were small and thin. Coffee maker in room had not been cleaned before our stay. Furniture tops felt sticky. Coffee machine in breakfast room was inadequate.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Erin solo_traveller us
8
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Rosemary solo_traveller ca
4
Pros:

Location only

Cons:

Hotel being remodeled..dirty
Very poor breakfast..quality wise
Room smelled
Very small room..maid did not clean room

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Darcia solo_traveller ca
1
I hate it
Cons:

I left a stanley personalized cup in the fridge and I call hours after landing from my flight and the staffs were all disappointing lying that they threw the cup away, please as a owner of a rental property myself I always store lost and found even for the first couple of days worse yet they coulnt for an hour or two, not having te respect to call the guest to say hey you left a cup when will you come for it? allow me the option to weigh the worth and decide to have it discarded or donated. I WILL NEVER RECOMMEND OR BE BACK THERE.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Fancy solo_traveller ca
1
Highly disappointed
Pros:

Nothing really

Cons:

Bed was disgusting. Sheets and blankets had stains on them. There was hair in the bedding and on the mattress. Bathroom was full of hair. Headboards and side tables were covered in fingerprints.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Valeria extended_group us
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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lyle solo_traveller us
5
Meh
Pros:

Guy at the front desk was great. The desk had a ton of signs that were rules not listed on here like no over night guest and no cats no but room wasn't cleaned so we had to switch then the next was ok. The parking lot had a lot of people always hanging out and walking around in it and made us uncomfortable and uneasy not really worth the money you save.

Cons:

The guy who checked us In was the best

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Maria family_with_children us
10
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Shaunalee solo_traveller us
1
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
C
Carl solo_traveller us
8
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
C
Carl solo_traveller us
9
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Anand couple us
6
Pros:

Breakfast was good, however eggs need to be added as an option to meat.

Cons:

The size of the room mentioned on Booking.com was 237 sq ft. However, this is incorrect, it was much smaller. I would estimate the size of the room to be 180 sq ft.
The TV screen was too small, it needs to be 40 inches.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Lynn solo_traveller us
6
Good for pretty inexpensive place!!
Pros:

Inexpensive, check in guy was very nice! TV worked; quiet!!!!

Cons:

Kinda dicey but did feel fairly safe during daytime; fridge didn’t work but used my leftover ice packs; wash rag from previous person left in shower; sheets not clean so slept on blanket.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee