Fairhaven Guest Suite Guidebook
Restaurant & Beer/Bar Scene
Bellingham is well-known for its many award-winning craft breweries, but there's plenty of other gems to check out.
Classic restaurant in Fairhaven with a historic bar, and the closest option on foot.
37 locals recommend
The Black Cat
1200 Harris AveClassic restaurant in Fairhaven with a historic bar, and the closest option on foot.
If you love oysters and seafood, this is a must. It's on the water so bring an extra layer and a pair of sunglasses to enjoy the views.
73 locals recommend
Taylor Shellfish Farms
2182 Chuckanut DrIf you love oysters and seafood, this is a must. It's on the water so bring an extra layer and a pair of sunglasses to enjoy the views.
Our favorite brewery in town, both for the craft beer and food. It's hard to beat their pierogis with a pilsner.
9 locals recommend
Otherlands Beer
2121 Humboldt StOur favorite brewery in town, both for the craft beer and food. It's hard to beat their pierogis with a pilsner.
Fantastic beers, fantastic food, and the best atmosphere of all the breweries in town. If you are really hungry, be sure to try the Waffle Fry Poutine or the Mac Bites.
104 locals recommend
Aslan Brewing Company
1330 N Forest StFantastic beers, fantastic food, and the best atmosphere of all the breweries in town. If you are really hungry, be sure to try the Waffle Fry Poutine or the Mac Bites.
Great spot in Fairhaven for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The crepes are incredible!
Magdalena's Bistro and Crêperie
1200 10th StGreat spot in Fairhaven for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The crepes are incredible!
This is the closest cafe to our guest suite, just a few blocks down Harris Ave. They have great coffee and easy options for a quick breakfast.
6 locals recommend
Firehouse Arts and Events Center Bellingham
1314 Harris AveThis is the closest cafe to our guest suite, just a few blocks down Harris Ave. They have great coffee and easy options for a quick breakfast.
Great breakfast spot, just down the street from our guest suite. They have wonderful menu options, and we especially like their variations of Eggs Benedict.
22 locals recommend
Mount Bakery Cafe Fairhaven
1217 Harris AveGreat breakfast spot, just down the street from our guest suite. They have wonderful menu options, and we especially like their variations of Eggs Benedict.
Övn Wood Fired Pizza
1148 10th StOvn is (in our humble opinion) the best pizza in Fairhaven.
Trackside is an awesome beer garden to visit in the warmer months. There are often live events at this waterfront location. Enjoy craft beers & local food, and watch people ride the bike jumps. There's food trucks and a resident ice cream shop (Selkie Scoop).
14 locals recommend
Kulshan Trackside Beer Garden
298 West Laurel StreetTrackside is an awesome beer garden to visit in the warmer months. There are often live events at this waterfront location. Enjoy craft beers & local food, and watch people ride the bike jumps. There's food trucks and a resident ice cream shop (Selkie Scoop).
Now called BANTER- One of our favorite places to eat. Most everything on the menu is delicious, but we particularly love the Banter Burrito.
ANMLY
114 N Commercial StNow called BANTER- One of our favorite places to eat. Most everything on the menu is delicious, but we particularly love the Banter Burrito.
Old World Deli
1228 N State StFavorite sandwiches in Bellingham
The closest brewery to our guest suite, and one we frequent often. Walking distance and great beers in Fairhaven.
42 locals recommend
Fairhaven Stones Throw Brewery
1009 Larrabee AveThe closest brewery to our guest suite, and one we frequent often. Walking distance and great beers in Fairhaven.
Time and Materials Taphouse
954 North State StreetFun atmosphere!
Great tacos and a fun location downtown. Outside seating is offered here.
46 locals recommend
Black Sheep on Holly
211 West Holly StreetGreat tacos and a fun location downtown. Outside seating is offered here.
Keenan's is located inside the Chrysalis Inn and has a wonderful Happy Hour with a view of the bay.
30 locals recommend
Keenan's at the Pier
804 10th StreetKeenan's is located inside the Chrysalis Inn and has a wonderful Happy Hour with a view of the bay.
Things To Do
World-class mountain bike trails, minutes from our guest suite. The south side can be accessed off Samish Way in a new, large parking lot just past Lake Padden. You can rent mountain bikes from Fanatik or Jack's Bicycle Center in town. Download the Trailforks app on your phone to navigate the miles of trail options.
22 locals recommend
Galbraith Mountain Trails
Tower RoadWorld-class mountain bike trails, minutes from our guest suite. The south side can be accessed off Samish Way in a new, large parking lot just past Lake Padden. You can rent mountain bikes from Fanatik or Jack's Bicycle Center in town. Download the Trailforks app on your phone to navigate the miles of trail options.
The crown-jewel of Whatcom County, Mt. Baker Ski Area has the world record for snowfall in a single ski season. This amazing resort is only an hour and a half from our guest suite. Ski and snowboard rentals are available at the White Salmon lodge.
106 locals recommend
Mt. Baker Ski Area
Mount Baker HighwayThe crown-jewel of Whatcom County, Mt. Baker Ski Area has the world record for snowfall in a single ski season. This amazing resort is only an hour and a half from our guest suite. Ski and snowboard rentals are available at the White Salmon lodge.
For all the cat lovers out there, this is a truly unique and fun experience in Bellingham. Be sure to make an online reservation before you go: https://nekocatcafe.com/reservations-bellingham
NEKO Cat Cafe Bellingham
1130 Cornwall AvenueFor all the cat lovers out there, this is a truly unique and fun experience in Bellingham. Be sure to make an online reservation before you go: https://nekocatcafe.com/reservations-bellingham
Lake Padden is a great place to hang out in the summer, with easy access to swimming and space to setup a blanket on the beach.
100 locals recommend
Lake Padden Park
4882 S Samish WayLake Padden is a great place to hang out in the summer, with easy access to swimming and space to setup a blanket on the beach.
Oyster Dome is a well-known iconic hike with sweeping views of the San Juans. Be sure to get to the trailhead early to get a parking spot.
55 locals recommend
Oyster Dome Trailhead
Pacific Northwest TrailOyster Dome is a well-known iconic hike with sweeping views of the San Juans. Be sure to get to the trailhead early to get a parking spot.
A great area to visit and hike in the summer months. Located past the Heather Meadows parking area at the Mt Baker Ski Area. Be sure to check WSDOT online to make sure the road is open before venturing from town.
70 locals recommend
Artist Point
A great area to visit and hike in the summer months. Located past the Heather Meadows parking area at the Mt Baker Ski Area. Be sure to check WSDOT online to make sure the road is open before venturing from town.
Electric bike rentals in Bellingham (Trackside):
https://sunelandbikes.com/rental-page/
Sun-E-Land Bikes
296 West Laurel StreetElectric bike rentals in Bellingham (Trackside):
https://sunelandbikes.com/rental-page/
Please contact the golf course in advance for Tee times:
http://www.lakepaddengolf.com/
8 locals recommend
Lake Padden Golf Course
4882 Samish WayPlease contact the golf course in advance for Tee times:
http://www.lakepaddengolf.com/
Sightseeing
Historic downtown Fairhaven is a cute, and fun area to walk and explore. There's a lot of great shops, restaurants, and bars to check out.
122 locals recommend
Fairhaven
Historic downtown Fairhaven is a cute, and fun area to walk and explore. There's a lot of great shops, restaurants, and bars to check out.
Check out Bellingham's local harbor, with access to Zuanich Park and several restaurants. For guided boat tours, check out:
https://www.portofbellingham.com/206/Passenger-Ferries-Charters
15 locals recommend
Squalicum Boathouse
2600 N Harbor Loop DrCheck out Bellingham's local harbor, with access to Zuanich Park and several restaurants. For guided boat tours, check out:
https://www.portofbellingham.com/206/Passenger-Ferries-Charters
Located at the bottom of Harris Ave, this is a nice waterfront park to check out in Fairhaven.
25 locals recommend
Marine Park
100 Harris AveLocated at the bottom of Harris Ave, this is a nice waterfront park to check out in Fairhaven.
Arboretum Forest
Douglas Fir TrailA beautiful park with meandering trails above Western Washington University.
Lovely walking trail system through the forst that connects Fairhaven to the Chuckanuts.
7 locals recommend
Interurban Trail
Interurban TrailLovely walking trail system through the forst that connects Fairhaven to the Chuckanuts.
Beautiful boardwalk over Bellingham Bay that connects Fairhaven to Boulevard Park.
6 locals recommend
Taylor Dock Boardwalk
Bayview DriveBeautiful boardwalk over Bellingham Bay that connects Fairhaven to Boulevard Park.
Grocery Stores
Haggen is the closest grocery store to our guest suite, and where we do the majority of our shopping. It's in the heart of Fairhaven near Harris and 12th.
54 locals recommend
Haggen
1401 12th StHaggen is the closest grocery store to our guest suite, and where we do the majority of our shopping. It's in the heart of Fairhaven near Harris and 12th.
Natural grocery store in downtown Bellingham with amazing organic selection and deli items.
59 locals recommend
Community Food Co-op Downtown
1220 N Forest StNatural grocery store in downtown Bellingham with amazing organic selection and deli items.
Whole Foods Market
1030 Lakeway DrThis is largest supermarket in town (best prices) and access to many other items.
49 locals recommend
Fred Meyer
1225 W Bakerview RdThis is largest supermarket in town (best prices) and access to many other items.
City advice
Don't miss
Saturday Farmer's Market
Check out the Saturday Farmer's Market in downtown Bellingham between 10 Am and 2 Pm. Easiest if you bring some cash for any purchases at the market.
Customs and culture
Tempo of Town
Bellingham enjoys a slightly slower pace of life when compared to larger cities. Things can take a little bit longer here but it's calmer and more relaxing without the rush.
What to pack
Rain Jacket & Boots
From November - June, it is recommended to bring a nice rain jacket and boots to town. We get a lot of weather so best to be prepared.