Birchwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Fairhaven Park
After visiting Fairhaven Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Whatcom Falls Park
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
Lake Padden Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Squalicum Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Squalicum Beach during your trip to Marietta-Alderwood? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cafes.
Western Washington University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Western Washington University during your trip to Bellingham. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Bellis Fair Mall
During your trip to Bellingham, you can do some window-shopping at Bellis Fair Mall. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.
Activities
Our pick of the best Birchwood Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Bellingham
Everything was perfect, as always!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Shamrock Motel
It was areally nice place to stay. Yes, is was a little old and run down, but thats what i expected before I rented the place. The room was much bigger than i thought it would be, and it was (at least in my opinion) even bigger than the picture made it look. I highly recommend this place, especially ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Oxford Suites Bellingham
All staff were friendly with a smile and helpful. Front dest lady was excellent, forget her name but it was the Friday night around 6PM when we checked in. She was patient, good at explaining everything and was very easy to deal with. Rooms were very clean and nice to have a complimentary drink and ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
The hotel is a tad bit dated, but it is spotless! My room was so clean, there wasn’t even dust anywhere. Even the filters in the air conditioner/heater were brand new! I know because I checked! The bed was super comfortable. The pillows could use some work, they were a bit flat. But, that is certainly ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
Spacious room and clean
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Leo
The staff are lovely and the room clean and tidy, and I love the retro feel and lower cost of the "historical" wing of accommodations. Notes: It's 2026 and even every flophouse motel now has a charger brick with USB B & C for our precious phones - this is a must. The pointy edges of the bed's platform ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Birchwood
Columbia
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbia and surrounding area, you can visit Marine Life Center and Squalicum Beach.
Cornwall Park
When in Cornwall Park, you can plan a visit to Marine Life Center and Mount Baker Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Meridian
If you're spending some time in Meridian, Bellis Fair Mall and Park Bowl are top sights worth seeing.
Lettered Streets
When in Lettered Streets, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and Marine Life Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bellingham City Center
While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marine Life Center and Cornwall Beach.
Sunnyland
While Sunnyland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Baker Theatre and Whatcom Museum.
