Bird Rock Hotel, near the American Camp Visitor Center, offers a serene escape. Guests can unwind in the garden or rent bikes to explore nearby attractions. Multilingual staff are on hand to help with express check-in and check-out.
Located in Friday Harbor, Bird Rock Hotel is in the city center and by the ocean. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Whale Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lime Kiln Point State Park and San Juan County Park. American Camp Visitor Center and English Camp are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Friday Harbor travel guide
35 First Street, Friday Harbor, WA, 98250
What's nearby
Whale Museum
1 min walk - 0.0 km
San Juan Islands Museum of Art
6 min walk - 0.5 km
San Juan Historical Society and Museum
9 min walk - 0.8 km
PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Lafarge Open Space
4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Friday Harbor, WA (FRD)
3 min drive
Restaurants
The Sweet Retreat & Espresso
2 min walk
Salty Fox Coffee
3 min walk
Big Foot Lodge Wine Cellar
6 min drive
Downriggers
2 min walk
San Juan Island Brewing Company
5 min walk
About this property
Bird Rock Hotel
Hotel near Whale Museum
Located close to American Camp Visitor Center, Bird Rock Hotel provides a terrace and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Bike rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
Smoke-free premises, a water dispenser, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Built in 1891
Comprehensive recycling policy
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Ceiling fan
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Bird Rock Friday Harbor
Bird Rock Hotel
Bird Rock Hotel Friday Harbor
Bird Rock Hotel Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA
Bird Rock Hotel Hotel
Bird Rock Hotel Friday Harbor
Bird Rock Hotel Hotel Friday Harbor
Frequently asked questions
Is Bird Rock Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bird Rock Hotel?
As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bird Rock Hotel on 30 March 2026 start from AED 569, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Bird Rock Hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Bird Rock Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Bird Rock Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Bird Rock Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Friday Harbor, this hotel is steps from Whale Museum, and within 9 mi (15 km) of American Camp Visitor Center and English Camp. Lime Kiln Point State Park and San Juan County Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
Bird Rock Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Beautiful. If you need extra items the lobby has it for you. They have their own products which are great!!!
Eileen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tara
10 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Having stayed at Bird Rock and Earthbox I'd choose Earthbox for my next visit to Friday Harbor.
Both properties are well decorated and maintained but, despite Bird Rock's convenience, for those who are walking from the ferry, Earthbox has the advantage of being a quiet location who's rooms ( or at least my room ) have sleeping areas that are not flooded with light ( during typical sleeping hours).
The staff are very helpful and welcoming.
Good overall stay but shared bathroom on second floor kinda challenging especially being on third floor when considering the pricing.... No elevators and limited staff hours.
Beautiful historic property! Situated in middle of everything! Clean property.
Shawn
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Curtis
13 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Small room no A/C, no window, very hot in room, had to sleep with the door open. Men’s underwear hanging in 1 of the bathrooms. Contact with a person was confusing.
Nice location, clean, No AC, remote "customer serv
Hotel was very clean. However, they do not have a place to sstore luggage pre- or post-check-in so you have to take it 3 blocks up hill to the companion hotel. There is also no airconditioning and no windows to open. Our room was warm and stuffy so we slept with the outside door (second floor!) open. Good location in town and very clean. Not wild about remote hotel staff conact only. call me old fashioned.
The bathroom lighting was extremely poor. We were there for a wedding and got ready with poor lighting. It was awful. My sister who was in another room had no mirrors in the room. We had to go out to buy mirrors. Not sure if we would come back to this hotel.
The hotel is super nice and very high-quality, My wife had some concerns about a shared bathroom, but it really wasn’t a bad deal at all. Bathrooms are really nice and upgraded. Super nice place!
I thought this place was really cute. We booked it super last minute for a busy weekend, so we got a room without a bathroom and had to use the shared bathrooms. But it worked out well. I never had to wait. Everything was so nice. I loved the bathrobes too. I have two tiny complaints. One would be the pillows were too big and poofy. Way too thick for me to be comfortable. Some slim pillow options would be nice. And the sheets smelled like bleach.