Happy Valley
Bellingham
Visit Happy Valley
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.
Marine Life Center
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Marine Life Center during your visit to 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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Happy Valley
Oxford Suites Bellingham
We absolutely love this place. It's so quiet we hardly know anyone else is there. We have a real shower stall with stone tiles and glass doors, and a deep soaking tub. It's roomy and the beds are super comfortable (pillows are great, too, not too airy or hard). The staff are always really nice, and ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Swinomish Casino & Lodge
Enjoyed the the fun holiday drinks. I.e. the grinch. The casino was a lot of fun and than it was really nice to retire to the nice, quiet, comfortable hotel room.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
The location is excellent, the room is comfortable and clean but needs to be updated.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hotel Leo
Love the location and the vibe of the hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Kulshan Hotel
The rooms are spotless, staff is wonderful and the breakfast is delicious. Will definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG
Breakfast selections limited. Would have liked more fresh fruit. The room was very clean. We selected a king with extra space, and the bathroom more than accommodated my walker. The pool was inside, warm, and ok for water arobic exercise, too small for laps. Also, the poolroom included a private ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Happy Valley
South Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach.
Fairhaven
Restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Fairhaven. Check out Bellingham Cruise Terminal or Bellingham Bay while you're exploring the area.
Samish Hill
While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.
Edgemoor
While Edgemoor isn't home to many top sights, Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Bellingham
While South Bellingham isn't home to many top sights, Lake Padden Park and Bellingham Cruise Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sehome
While Sehome may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cornwall Beach and Bellingham Railway Museum.
