Name: Coachman Inn
Address: 120 North Samish Way, Sehome, Bellingham, Washington, United States of America, Bellingham, Whatcom County, US
Price range: $91–$147 per night
Rating: 8.9

What guests think

Across many reviews, Coachman Inn is praised for spotless, well‑maintained rooms, welcoming family-run service, and strong value near WWU and the freeway, offering a simple stay with a clean outdoor pool.

Common drawbacks include dated decor, occasional traffic noise, firm beds, and limited in-room amenities like no microwaves, with thin walls or musty smells mentioned in a few stays. Breakfast quality ranges from basic to better than expected, and the property’s age shows despite ongoing upkeep. Expect a clean, budget-friendly, no‑frills stay focused on kind service and convenience.

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Facilities

Outdoor pool is clean and inviting; the small fitness room and dry sauna are basic but useful. Several reviews note onsite laundry and easy parking.

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Patricia

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant but not happy there is no elevator and was not aware of this when I booked. Shower had minimal spray but clean and comfortable beds and pillows

10

Kathleen

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect overnight on the way to BC. Really nice bed, safe area with close, quiet freeway access. The pool was a welcome plus on a HOT travel day.

10

JENNIFER

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms and showers, comfortable bed. The staff here do a great job of keeping everything clean and organized and making sure everyone is happy. Continental Breakfast was perfect and in the evening guests were quiet. If you can do stairs would recommend the top floor rooms. They have a laundry area, easy parking, ice machine and a family was enjoying the very clean pool and pool area. Only comment is please change your dining area coffee brand.

8

Kelly

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Has an outdoor pool, sauna and fitness room

10

Chris

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick easy. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the bed comfy. There was a good size mini fridge and a "shared microwave"in the hall. The pool was heated. I will stay here again.

10

Michael

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I stay here every time I come to Bellingham. It's very clean, great owners, best price for how nice it is, pool, sauna, gym and awesome coffee in the breakfast room every morning. I look forward to going back!

8

Julia

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here overnight after driving up from Seattle, and hiked in the Mount Baker area the next morning. The place is good value for the money, rooms are pretty barebones and it does look on the older side, but clean enough. Continental breakfast was satisfactory, and the staff were all very courteous and helpful. Would recommend for a no frills place if you're looking for a stay in Bellingham. We didn't go in the pool but it actually looked quite nice, so that's a nice feature. Fitness room was also surprisingly well equipped.

10

Murray

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The check in process was quick and easy with very friendly and helpful staff. The room was basic, but very very clean. The bed was very confortable. Fridge available in the room, shared microwave in the hall. The swimming pool was very nice and also extremely clean. Complimentary breakfast was basic, but good value overall. I highly recommend this hotel.

8

Kaitlen

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice location, older hotel, but very clean. The staff was constantly walking around and cleaning, checking their site and pool was clean. Very friendly staff. Only weird thing was a shared microwave in the hallway, but other than that, we would stay again.

10

Kyle

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great property, loved the pool and staff were awesome!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a consistent strong point, with many calling rooms and grounds spotless and well maintained. A few guests noted musty odors or worn fixtures.

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Mark

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

For the price this property is a great value. Cleaner than most properties that are at least double the price. Very quiet and comfortable rooms. Well appointed. The staff is very friendly. I have spent many years visiting family in Bellingham and have found our go to spot when we need a place to stay.

10

JENNIFER

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms and showers, comfortable bed. The staff here do a great job of keeping everything clean and organized and making sure everyone is happy. Continental Breakfast was perfect and in the evening guests were quiet. If you can do stairs would recommend the top floor rooms. They have a laundry area, easy parking, ice machine and a family was enjoying the very clean pool and pool area. Only comment is please change your dining area coffee brand.

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Tonia M

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed and pillows were comfortable, the tub looked run-down but functioned well. The air conditioner made the room smell musty. There were a lot of choices for breakfast, including oatmeal, chai tea, and multiple milk choices.

10

Stephen

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is top notch. Rooms are always very clean. Always very quiet too.

10

Pamela

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Well cared for. Super-clean. Friendly.

8

elizabeth

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pro: staff was friendly, room clean, bed comfortable. Con: carpet smelled weird, hallway conversation very loud in room ( any activity in hallway was so loud), water was lukewarm. I was only bummed by not being able to take hot showers. The grounds are very tidy and the room and linens were very clean.

10

Christine

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

CLEAN, clean, clean. Everything on the property was immaculate, and that matters so much! The room was basic but had everything needed for a one night stay in the area. Nice little breakfast with alot of options in the morning. Very conscientious host kept everything in order and seemed to take alot of care with the property. I recommend the Coachman Inn - it felt like a nice reminder of what privately owned hotels used to be like. No fancy bells and whistles like the big chains, but good quality and clean attention to the important details for a good night's stay. :)

10

Mirjana

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean

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Lanita

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The care taken to keep this older motel up and running is very evident in all aspects. It couldn't be more neat and tidy, from rooms to lobby/dining area/to the grounds. We stayed on Thanksgiving night, and were impressed to see that a meal had been offered that afternoon to anyone who wished to join. What a welcoming, thoughtful gesture.

10

Christina

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, pleasant rooms and exceptional customer service. We will definitely be back next time we're in town.

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and budget-friendly, some recently updated, with generally comfortable beds though a few find them firm. Expect older decor, occasional freeway or hallway noise, smaller sizes, and no in-room microwave (shared in the hall); Wi‑Fi is typically reliable.

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Ruth

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was clean and in decent repair. It was also a bit loud (perhaps just the other people staying there that night) and was cheaply updated and decorated. Since I didn’t need anything but a place to sleep and don’t need decor for that, it was fine. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Very close to the university, which I liked.

10

Derik

Mar 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Most things seemed newly updated, and the facility was nice. No microwave in the room, and some lights didn't work, but everything else was great.

8

Donald

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty much an average older motel in decent shape with reasonable furnishings. The mattress was getting a bit saggy, but still ok. Biggest downside was the proximity to I-5 and it's noise and that it was not in am especially walkable neighborhood.

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Rokket

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean rooms, very kind, helpful staff, delicious breakfast options, super comfy bed, and super affordable for the quality of the stay. We will be staying here again, in the future.

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Rebecca

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property near WWU! It had everything I needed and was clean and tidy. BTW - I'm picky about that. ;) One of the best places that I have stayed in the area for the money. I've stayed in more fancy places for more money and had an equally enjoyable experience. I hope this hotel is available next time I'm in town! I was somewhat skeptical about it being near the freeway, but it was very quiet.

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Lisa

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall this is a clean and welcoming hotel. The location was good as well. The breakfast was what you would expect. However the bed was so hard my hips hurt the next morning as I’m a side sleeper.

8

John

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decent! The rooms can be noisy and they need better curtains to keep out the sun and early light.

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Susan

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a cute property with clean rooms and comfy beds. I didn't have time to try the pool, but it looked very inviting. The continental breakfast was fine - normal hotel breakfast options plus some really good strong coffee. My only complaint would be that the room had a smell - I was there on a hot day so perhaps that was part of the cause. I turned on the AC (which worked great) and that helped. I will definitely stay again.

8

Mackenzie

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was super friendly. Best bang for your buck in the area for sure! We had a great time in Bellingham, didn’t spend a lot of time in the room so this was a perfect stay for us. Both my husband and I agreed the bed was very comfortable.

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William

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quiet place. Clean and comfortable. Need to put microwaves in room.

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Service

Service earns frequent praise for friendly, attentive, hands-on owners and staff who often go above and beyond. Isolated issues include brief waits or desk hiccups and one deposit delay.

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Amanda

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I received multiple calls from staff about the time of my arrival and when we arrived their computer was down and they could not give us a key to our room.

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Scott

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners and staff are excellent. They really care about their customers. If I am ever back in the area I would stay again. We just slept their before we went out on our adventures so we didn't need much so it was perfect.

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ian

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great stay, good breakfast, and super accommodating service

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Rachel

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super friendly staff at breakfast, had a nice chat about his new granddaughter, reception even helped us carry our heavy luggage to the second floor! location was good with decent food options walking distance, Easy to get on the freeway. A bit too far to walk to downtown Bellingham but it's a short drive if you have a car. The beds were super comfortable too! overall, a great stay!

10

JOHN

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly, Attentive staff!

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David

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First room was not great, got another room and it was so much better. Manager even gave me bear spray and bug repellent as a peace offering for the inconvenience, hospitality 10/10!

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Steve

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable and very well maintained. Staff was courteous and professional.

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Tracy

Apr 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Prepaid for my stay, charged 100 deposit. I was told the deposit would be returned during checkout. At checkout i was told deposite would be credited later in the day. 24 hrs. Still waiting for my deposit back. Will never stay here again.

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Mark

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Most amazing staff! Excellent customer service! Very nice room. Great complimentary breakfast. The gentleman on staff was incredibly kind and respectful. Very nice demeanor and friendly. This was one of the best, if not the best lodging experience we’ve had in all our travels around the world. The customer service was truly outstanding!! You don’t find this kind of service and great customer service even at esteemed resorts. Thank You for a great stay!

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Wilma

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We arrived at our check-in time, but had to wait 15mins. We were not in any rush so just chilled in the lounge and used their computer. The staff were very personable so it made the waiting time much more pleasant.

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Location

Convenient for WWU and I‑5 access, with eateries and services nearby and short drives to downtown/Fairhaven. Some mention traffic noise and that walking to central areas is less practical.

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Kyle

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good breakfast. Very close to Western Washington University. Nice, polite staff. Clean room.

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Rachel

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super friendly staff at breakfast, had a nice chat about his new granddaughter, reception even helped us carry our heavy luggage to the second floor! location was good with decent food options walking distance, Easy to get on the freeway. A bit too far to walk to downtown Bellingham but it's a short drive if you have a car. The beds were super comfortable too! overall, a great stay!

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Arthur

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's rare to find a hotel property of this age that's so well looked after and where the service is first-rate. Full marks to Mohinder and his staff! The Coachman Inn is located within short driving distances to beautiful Chuckanut Drive, Bellis Fair, and Anacortes (where you can take a ferry to the San Juan Islands/Friday Harbor).

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Donald

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pretty much an average older motel in decent shape with reasonable furnishings. The mattress was getting a bit saggy, but still ok. Biggest downside was the proximity to I-5 and it's noise and that it was not in am especially walkable neighborhood.

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Rebecca

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property near WWU! It had everything I needed and was clean and tidy. BTW - I'm picky about that. ;) One of the best places that I have stayed in the area for the money. I've stayed in more fancy places for more money and had an equally enjoyable experience. I hope this hotel is available next time I'm in town! I was somewhat skeptical about it being near the freeway, but it was very quiet.

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Sherry

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We really enjoyed our stay here. Owners are wonderful. Great location, close to the freeway but still quiet. Older rooms, but very clean and comfortable. Walking distance to many dining options. Will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Bellingham.

10

David

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent budget option in Bellingham. Comfortable bed and room, better than expected breakfast and very good location. Great Mexican restaurant right across the street!

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James

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Convinient location, there is some traffic noise but ease of access to highways and major through roads made it worth it. The property is clean, well maintained and the staff are great.

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James

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly service. Comfortable bed. Location was convenient for visiting downtown Bellingham.

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Ann

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location for a college visit at WWU. Close to highway, short drive to campus and area restaurants, etc. Walkable to some food options.

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Dining

Continental breakfast is simple but tidy and frequently restocked, with items like yogurt, fruit, cereal, bagels, hard‑boiled eggs, and coffee; several guests found it better than expected. Others felt the selection was limited.

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Maria

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The coffee n continental breakfast with fresh fruit was very nice.

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JENNIFER

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms and showers, comfortable bed. The staff here do a great job of keeping everything clean and organized and making sure everyone is happy. Continental Breakfast was perfect and in the evening guests were quiet. If you can do stairs would recommend the top floor rooms. They have a laundry area, easy parking, ice machine and a family was enjoying the very clean pool and pool area. Only comment is please change your dining area coffee brand.

10

Robert

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a fantastic, reasonable cost motel fairly close to downtown Bellingham. I mostly used the bus system to get around town. Beautiful short hike from the hotel thru Sehome neighborhood, Sehome arboretum over to WWU. The manager is quite nice and always available. Breakfast is as basic as it gets- with just boiled eggs as the protein. Oatmeal, bagels, toast and packaged breakfast pastries. A few alternative milks for your coffee or cereal. Weight room is basic, fairly small, but gets the job done. I would return for sure.

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Krystal

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very friendly staff and clean. Breakfast was basic but excellent!

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Laurel

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wide range of breakfast choices and a friendly proprietor.

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Derek

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were excellent and attentive Room was clean Beds very comfortable Breakfast very good and always well stocked

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David

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent budget option in Bellingham. Comfortable bed and room, better than expected breakfast and very good location. Great Mexican restaurant right across the street!

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Murray

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The check in process was quick and easy with very friendly and helpful staff. The room was basic, but very very clean. The bed was very confortable. Fridge available in the room, shared microwave in the hall. The swimming pool was very nice and also extremely clean. Complimentary breakfast was basic, but good value overall. I highly recommend this hotel.

10

Justin

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Coachman Inn was a nice place compared to the other hotel/inn with in the area. Price nicely and very well clean. The breakfast was nothing but baggles, coffee, milk and cereal. Not really continental breakfast as it lacked eggs, ham, sauge, etc... Staff was very friendly.

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Laura

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

wonderful stay! The owner clearly cares deeply about the property and the guests' experience. Loved the noosa and good OJ in the morning!

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Month	Average price
January	$83
February	$82
March	$82
April	$82
May	$90
June	$100
July	$103
August	$103
September	$97
October	$82
November	$82
December	$81

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20 $102	21 $102	22 $102	23 $102	24 $103	25 $146	26 $146
27 $102	28 $102	29 $102	30 $102

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $91	2 $97	3 $97
4 $92	5 $92	6 $92	7 $92	8 $92	9 $97	10 $97
11 $91	12 $92	13 $92	14 $92	15 $92	16 $97	17
18 $92	19 $96	20 $92	21 $98	22 $97	23 $104	24 $97
25 $97	26 $92	27 $92	28 $92	29 $92	30 $101	31 $96

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