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Heliotrope Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Bellingham with free parking

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Located in the heart of Columbia, Heliotrope Hotel welcomes travelers with a garden and lobby fireplace. Guests enjoy express check-out, concierge assistance, an outdoor entertainment area, library access, and free self-parking. Visitors praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Room (Maple)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Baker)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Suite (Queen, Cascade)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2419 Elm Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225

What's nearby

  • Marine Life Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whatcom Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bellingham Railway Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Squalicum Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mi Rancho Meat Market - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Loft Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Birrieria Tijuana - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Menace Brewing - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Heliotrope Hotel

Hotel located in Columbia
Take advantage of a garden, a library, and a fireplace in the lobby at Heliotrope Hotel. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and a bicycle cleaning area
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Heliotrope Hotel include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3 PM - 10:00 PM and 3:00 PM - midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Heliotrope Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Heliotrope Hotel?

Check-in is from 3 PM–10:00 PM, and from 3:00 PM–midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from noon–2:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Heliotrope Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Heliotrope Hotel located?

Located in Columbia, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Whatcom Museum, Spark Museum of Electrical Invention, and Mount Baker Theatre. Mindport and Marine Life Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Heliotrope Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 401 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 401 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 401 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 401 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 401 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful check in experience! Louise was so kind and helpful; made sure all our needs were met and then some!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, quite expensive, wish for a discount for WWU parents.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay with ur pup. Cute, comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was fresh and clean, the staff was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This cool little hotel is beautifully renovated, comfortable, and quiet. The neighborhood is charming, with the serene and lovely Elizabeth Park only a few blocks away—a great place to walk to with your dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous. Mattress could use a new replacement. AC unit controls need work to function properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Great customer service. I loved that they had coffee in the morning and small snack bar with beverages to purchase on site!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We will return!

A fun, cute hotel in a great location. It is perfect for us when visiting family in Bellingham.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Renovated motel that was very refreshing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and provided everything we asked for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Bellingham; Close to downtown, fun restaurants in the area and they have the comfiest beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place.

Wonderful place. Have stayed here multiple times and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and walkable (30 minutes) to Downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chantè

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brennan

Very acomo
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay with our dog. There is a dog run on the property which our dog enjoyed. It’s also a very convenient location for a visit to Bellingham. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, cute, very clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant neighborhood. Good room basic but comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a few times now, never disappointed. Super dog friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
really comfortable bed. Our room needed a microwave though other than that a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great revamped motel close to the historic downtown shops, restaurants and breweries! The staff were friendly and the coffee was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Einar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Motel in a bit of a modern style. Building and room still old. The area is nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Legh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff, clean rooms and pet friendly. We’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and nice facility with some unique touches.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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