Birchwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Whatcom Falls Park
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
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.
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
I had a clean room. I didn’t use the laundry facilities.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Shamrock Motel
The microwave was really nice- so was the bed. All in all, I'd say it was above average for a hotel room. Only shame was that the table was too short to comfortably work on a laptop for someone of my height. And the wifi was spotty in the mid morning and early evening. But for the price, it's a great ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
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Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
One of the best hotels I've stayed at i liked everything about it
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG
It was a nice place to stay with plenty of parking.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel Leo
Second time at Hotel Leo. Went for brunch and jazz on Saturday which was fun and food was great. Room was clean, bed was comfortable. Hotel was quiet and had a great sleep.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 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 Spark Museum of Electrical Invention.
