Friday Harbor House

Hotels
9.6 (225 reviews)
130 West Street , Friday Harbor , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Excellent food
Cons:
Pricey for value
Noise from nearby activities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.46
The place is clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful!
Service
10
The entire staff was helpful and authentic and kind.
Location
10
Absolutely loved the sunset and sunrise views from the room facing the harbor.
Room Quality
9.96
We were upgraded to a nicer hotel room which made our stay special.
Amenities
8.96
Enjoyed great breakfast and evening martinis.
Value for Money
8.46
Too expensive for what you get; not worth it.
Food and Beverage
9.96
Fabulous breakfasts; the restaurant had the best pancakes and our dinner was outstanding.
Overall Experience
10
Made our trip memorable with thoughtful details and excellent service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 03:50

Property Description

Harbor Views and Relaxation
Located next to the Whale Museum, Friday Harbor House offers guest rooms with stunning harbor views from the patio. Unwind in rooms equipped with a fireplace, spa bath, and modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in locally-focused cuisine at the on-site restaurant, open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Enjoy the convenience of room service and savor special diet menus upon request.

Convenient Location for Adventures
Just a short walk from the Ferry Terminal, embark on exciting whale-watching tours with San Juan Safaris and Crystal Seas Kayaking nearby. Experience the best of Friday Harbor at your doorstep.

Book now for a memorable stay at Friday Harbor House!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FBS

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 225 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.46
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.96
Amenities: 8.96
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 9.96
Overall Experience: 10
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Juliaestar Family Avon, Beaver Creek, Colorado
10
Outstanding staff and beautiful views
Pros:

The location is spectacular! Great view of the pier and short walk to the ferry.
The outdoor patio is a beautiful place to grab breakfast with gorgeous views.
The rooms are well-equipped with lots of little extras that add to your stay.
The staff is phenomenal! They answered all of our questions and were unbelievably helpful in making our short trip a memorable one. Would highly recommend this location to anyone visiting Friday Harbor!

2026-08-06 via Tripadvisor
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SALAH couple us
8
I loved the location—it is in the heart of downtown and only a four-minute walk from the ferry terminal. The staff were
Pros:

Location from the ferry terminal was walkable

Cons:

I book the last room and cost me over $700 for one night and The only downside was that I could hear noise from the hallways and the floor above my room

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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boaz couple il
10
מיקום מדהים
Pros:

איזה מיקום מנצח. על קו המים. נוף מדהים

Cons:

מכבים את המדורות בערב…. חבל

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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susanmoynihan57 NONE Boston, Massachusetts
10
Wonderfu hotel in superb location
Pros:

We stayed in a small suite (three of us) and is was wonderful. The staff are simply spectacular-friendly helpful and accommodating in every way. The hotel is lovely and the location allows walking to ferry restaurants, shopping, bike rental. The views form the patio and our balcony were lovely-

Our room was spacisou, and the hotel is immaculate. Daily housekeeping is scheduled via text, which is wonderful as you can specify a specific time. Or you can omit it- I always like to have waste baskets emptied and a bir of a refresh, so we had daily housekeeping. The toiletries were L'Occitane and were excellent. We had a whirlpool tub, which we all used daily (as well as a wonderful rain shower). This is a special hotel, in a lovely town and the San Juan Islands are just gorgeous. We enjoyed hiking, biking and kayaking.

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
K
KEITHP36 Couples
10
Great place, people and amenities!!!
Pros:

We arrived at Friday Harbor for a first time visit to the region and a brief two night stay ( stay longer if you can)! The hotel was amazing. The staff were fantastic, I always forget names but Josh was very helpful and we loved the bar and restaurant staff ( especially the bartender she was from Hawaii). The amenities is what made this stay over the top and I will tell everyone… snack bar in afternoon with Milano cookies, popcorn etc… S Pellagrino drinks in the small refrigerator for your refreshment, coffee in the morning but in your room you have this wonderful set up with local coffee to be steeped along with Specialty oatmeal, reasonably priced wine and for your hair/body is L’Occtaine products. You have a soaking tub with salts ( I didn’t use). Water pressure good and hot water. The bed and room very comfortable and a beautiful balcony with a view of the harbor. Restaurant on site, patio seating) was very good and plentiful portions (we had breakfast) reservations recommended for breakfast and dinner. This was a true gem and I would highly recommend staying here if you can.

2026-07-12 via Tripadvisor
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alexthetimetravelle Couples Tacoma, Washington
10
Outstanding Getaway Celebration
Pros:

My wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary and the stay was everything we hoped for. The staff, especially Anda, Heather, Karla, Tina and others were super welcoming and it was obvious they took great pride and care in making us feel special. The view from our room overlooking the harbor was spectacular and the bed was very comfortable. The in-room hot tub was also a great treat.

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Sunburned31 Couples Destin, Florida
10
Views, views…..
Pros:

This is a wonderful property. Only 42 rooms but the location is terrific and the staff friendly and accommodating. We missed the ferry and consequently dinner, the hotel said they would put box dinner in our room if needed. Note that the Resturant (very good) appears to be closed Wed/Thurs but there are lots of alternatives. All in all a great place to experience San Juan Island.

2026-06-12 via Tripadvisor
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hockey7427 NONE Winthrop, Massachusetts
10
First class service with a blend of charm and effiecenty
Pros:

We love everything about this hotel from the stunning harbor views to the proximity to shops and attractions, The staff is cordial, professional and attentive. The dedication to details that runs through from in room decor to the grounds keeping sets a tone of care.

2026-06-08 via Tripadvisor
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EasyTraveler2000 Couples Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
10
Fantastic Hotel in Friday Harbor
Pros:

This beautiful, well maintained property is perfectly located in Friday Harbor, with spectacular water views from every room.

Each suite is spacious and well equipped for visitors to enjoy. The staff is warm and welcoming, and what truly sets the property apart is management’s attention to details.

From morning coffee to afternoon snacks and luxury touches throughout, this is a special place that I recommend to anyone visiting the area.

2026-05-26 via Tripadvisor
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rachelmI6074TA NONE Farmingdale, New Jersey
10
great place to stay
Pros:

We stayed here for our honeymoon. Great location and place was beautiful and relaxing. The food/drinks was good. Great atmosphere!

2026-05-21 via Tripadvisor
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lance couple us
10
Pros:

It was very convenient to the ferry. The staff was very nice and the room was very comfortable.

Cons:

We were on the second floor with a water view, the large windows are great except there is not much privacy from the patio area.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
4
410bridgetw Couples Panama City, Florida
10
Views and convenience
Pros:

We were welcomed by Zoe, great employee. Got our room quickly and earlier than check in time. It is a convenient place for walking on and off the ferry. It is located in the heart of the harbor. Great room and a beautiful view. We were in the harbor view on the second floor. I did read a few reviews that said get top floor because you hear the creaking of the floors above. We did hear it, but it was not horrible or anything. This hotel has a magnificent cinnamon roll pancake in their restaurant. I e definitely would stay there again. I will tell you it is a bit pricey, but runs about the same as the other area hotels. Friendly staff and nice rooms.

2026-05-16 via Tripadvisor
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pamela couple us
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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andrew couple us
10
Great experience
Pros:

Beautiful location- great rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple us
9
Pros:

If you can afford it. Stay here and get a view. End of review.

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Anastasia couple us
10
Pros:

The food was amazing and the hospitality at the hotel was wonderful, especially Tara!

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Nicolette solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Melissa couple us
9
Cozy, romantic stay with a view close to the ferry!
Pros:

The food was delicious. The location was convenient. The staff was friendly and helpful. The view was great!

Cons:

Little things, we asked for room service, but it wasn’t done. Although the food was delicious, it took awhile. The REC was a nice gym, but it would be nice to have a gym inside the facility included with the stay. Not deal breakers.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Fiona couple gb
10
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Roesch couple us
10
2026-03-31 via Nuitee