We cannot recommend the Discovery Inn in Friday Harbor of San Juan Island strongly enough. What a beautiful retreat they've created just blocks away from the downtown. We never used the jacuzzi but playing table tennis and cornhole and even badminton (although we had to use the volleyball court for badminton). The rooms were tastefully decorated and well stocked with vital supplies. The best part of staying at Discovery Inn, however, has to be the people working there. We were so impressed with Mel just talking with her and making our reservation. And what a delight to discover that she was even more gracious and kind and knowledgeable about the island and where to go in person. And everyone we met at the Inn was just as nice and accommodating. We can't imagine finding a better spot to stay when vacationing on San Juan Island. read more

Pluses: Thoughtfully appointed room and architecture, attractive grounds, friendly hosts. Night light in the bathroom. Slippers and sleep masks provided. Complimentary earplugs. Stool to sit on while putting on shoes. Extra ottomans that luggage can be placed on. Minuses: Would have preferred medium roast coffee (not just french roast), more outlets for chargers, a hand wand for the shower, and an elevator. (Mobility challenged should get a ground floor room.) read more

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This was such a cute find! We stayed in Friday harbor for a wedding and had quite a list of places to choose from and I'm so glad we ended up here! Check in was at 3 but because the wedding started at the same time, they were able to get us in a few hours early so we had time to get ready after coming across the ferry. The queen room was on the third floor and was so cute and cozy! Everything was super clean, and they even left an iron in the room for us to use for the wedding. They have a cute little outside area with a ping pong table, picnic tables, and a hot tub that's open during the warm months! If I stay on the island again I will definitely stay here. read more

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Lovely place Very convenient They eft the lights on for us Loved the chocolates on the night stand read more

Overall- mixed feelings more like a 3.5 - if you don't have a car, the location is not super close to anything like cafes or any of the trolley stops, it's a 20 minute uphill walk from the harbor, and maybe 10-15 min walk downhill to downtown Friday Harbor dependent on how fast you can walk. You can get to Medio Cafe in about 10-15 min walking. If you get a ride to airport it's only 5 min (but taxi will charge you $20). To me it is still walkable since we typically walk a lot living in the city, but I can see how this might not be the best location if mobility is an issue. - It is an old charming inn that still uses lock and key (door lock can get a little jammed but give it a good jiggle which should do the trick, and make sure you turn the key in the upper lock all the way counter clockwise; lower lock stays locked so you don't have to turn it on the way out), room is clean enough but mosquitos and flies do get in once in a while, just be on the watch out. - I've found the receptionist to be warm and friendly, and she tries to be helpful by pointing out local attractions as well as local favorites - while it was overall quiet during our stay, they do have thin walls so you can hear cars passing by, other hotel guests closing doors or walking up flight of stairs, but good black out curtains. They also have quiet time as part of their rules - Only on site amenity is the hot tub, which looks pretty cool but I didn't get to use - Daily hotel service can be requested if placed before 11am; we didn't feel the need to so didn't budge - Affordable compared to other options If you are into fancy modern hotels with daily service and enjoy on site amenities you should look elsewhere. Otherwise it is a solid place to lodge. read more

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In town for only 1 night and needed a place to stay. This inn had good reviews so we decided on it. It exceeded our expectations for sure. Very easy check in, even allowed us to get in early. Rooms were large and very clean. The owners were incredibly helpful getting our luggage to the room for us and gave us recommendations for dinner. They had robes and slippers, and even a chocolate on our pillows. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend. read more

I am stunned at the amount of 5-star reviews for this place, but maybe we were unlucky and/or the reviews are a little old. After making our way to the third floor down a sketchy carpeted hallway, the room was disappointing. The mattress had a weird stain on it, the desk chair had hair hanging off of it. There was a bench in the entryway that looked like it had been sitting outside because it had leaves and sticks in the seams. On top of that, half the tv channels didn't work. And, there's no security bolt on the door. There is a deadbolt in addition to the lock on the door handle, but the deadbolt keyhole is accessible on the outside too. And - the walls are super thin. I heard other visitors talking until past 10pm. It reminded me of a Super 8 motel in Anaheim we stayed at a while back. We did not have the time or energy to ask for a different room. Ultimately, it served its purpose to provide a place to crash and a hot shower, but I am not coming back. read more

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Great, charming Inn at Friday Harbor. We were able to take an earlier ferry to the island & stopped at the inn to drop off our luggage but Miriam said that she had two adjoining rooms ready for us. She ran up to check & turn on the heat in the rooms before she checked us in. During check-in, Miriam took out a map of the island, marked & hi-lited the places of interest. From the hotel, most places of interest were about 30 minutes away. The rooms were well appointed, chic-ly decorated, spacious, and very clean, it even had a love seat. The coffee bar was attractively & generously stocked with a regular size Keurig, coffees, teas, & cocoa. They even supplied lids for the to-go cups. Nice mini-refrigerator too. Location was less than a 5 minute drive to town, definitely walkable. Spring has just begun & the temps are still cool so the pool & hot spa were not open yet. This was our favorite hotel & reception staff of our three day road trip to the San Juan Islands. read more

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The staff was super friendly! Had a lot of good recommendations on food and activities. We also loved the yard games! Was fun to walk around the beautiful property. The best part would have to be the hot tub. It's huge and really well maintained. It was a little longer walk from town than we anticipated but lots of parking on the streets if you wanna just drive to town. Can't beat the price! We will definitely look into staying here again. But I will bring my own pillow. They were a little over stuffed for me so had a hard time getting comfortable. read more

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Great stay. Very clean, updated, comfortable and quiet. Was a lovely stay. Friendly staff. Highly recommend. Will stay here next time in town. read more

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This is my idea of the perfect place to stay. It's peaceful, incredibly clean (maybe the cleanest hotel room I've ever seen), and has a very comfortable bed (mattress is top notch). Within walking distance to Friday Harbor but away from the hustle and bustle. Very helpful and friendly staff. I love it here and will be back. Highly recommend! read more

The rooms are quite spacious and the beds are extremely comfortable. Easy to get to from the ferry terminal Most helpful and kind staff. We will be back! read more

Came here with a wedding party. Quick check in, my husband and I stayed on the second floor, the top, and the king size bed was great! Spacious, with a kitchenette area that had a mini coffee maker and mini fridge. They have a hottub that is huge & can accommodate a lot of guest, with towels and an ice machine in a building next to it. The grounds are gorgeous! Not in the center of town, but maybe a 2 minute drive from the downtown and ferry. read more

Shitty service. Saw laundry room open. I did a load of laundry. Came back to dry it. Office guy came and asked what I was doing. I said drying my clothes. Then he told me to take it out because I wasn't supposed to be in there. I tried apologizing twice but dude was being a dick. Man fuck this overpriced shitty inn. read more

We were very happy with our stay here. It's comfortable, clean, and quiet, and only a short walk to town. The owner took the time to recommend places to go and to eat. We'd definitely come back. read more

I reserved a night at the Discovery Inn for me and my family. If it is your first time, Friday harbor is not a very affordable place so I was thrilled when I found this place was in my budget. I have to admit that every time I find a place that is low cost/affordable I got the feeling that im into a surprise. And I was indeed, a wonderful surprise. Beautiful bedroom, very clean, wonderful pressure in the shower and very friendly people at the front desk. 10/10 would recommend read more

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LOVE this place! We arrived late, after attending a wedding at Roche Harbor. The way the inn looked, with string lights glowing around the porches, was so warm and inviting. Walking up the stairs, cherry blossoms hugging the porch, I stated aloud "this place seems out of a fairy tale!". Somehow reminding me of a place I read about as a kid, and so much of that memory conjured just by arrival. The rooms had so many little personal touches. Opposite of a normal hotel stay, normally looking at what has been avoided, we begin to notice all the places someone cares. The detailing by the door handle, the wood refinished beautifully on the balconies, the choices for color, etc. All felt very personally cared for. Since we arrived quite late, our hosts had our keys conveniently next to the office in a lock box, so we didn't get the pleasure of meeting them until the daylight hours. Coming out onto the porch, on a spring morning, quietly caring for the grounds, coffee brewing, smiles on faces. The only regret I have about our stay, is having to rush out the next morning to the ferry as we were pressed for time back to back. I would love to come back and stay again to have a bit more time to sink into the surroundings and have a deeper chat with the owner, who's had this property in the family for 40 years, and has been putting new soul and love into this space. I get the opportunity to stay at the Four Seasons, The Fairmont, and other luxury hotels because of my job. Truthfully, I prefer stays like the Discovery Inn where there is history, family, and all the five star amenities in an unpretentious way. We will be back, and next time a 2 night stay is in our future! read more

Discovery Inn is a pretty good value in terms of what you get for your money, but it's never going to be confused with a 5-star hotel. It does have a nice location: one half mile out of town. It's nice because you're out of the hustle and bustle of downtown Friday Harbor, but close enough to walk into town. Other positives are good parking and a very strong and free Wi-Fi signal. There's also an outdoor jacuzzi if you're into that. That's the good news. The bad news is the room itself. Definitely nothing fancy, and the bathroom is pretty small, with a tiny little sink and vanity that you can't even set your stuff out on. The walls and ceilings are paper-thin; my last night there I got the pleasure of hearing my downstairs neighbor's entire phone conversation until 1:30 AM. The TV is pretty tiny (with no volume limiter, so I hope you like what the neighbors like) and the bed is nothing to write home about. There was a nice comfy reading chair though. The people who run it are very nice and very friendly and helpful, but they just don't have a great place to work with. Still, for around $100 a night, it's probably a lot better deal than staying right in town and paying $150 - $300. read more

Discovery Inn - Queen Room with fridge and microwave. *Note that they've apparently remodeled since this was taken in 2010* - Hotels Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

The Discovery Inn in Friday Harbor is a simple motel / travelodge style level of hotel & accommodations. My wife and I were so expecting more out of this property and we unfortunately were disappointed with our lodging. Upon checking in, the service actually was very nice & professional but the hotel is a good 2 or 3 miles away from Friday Harbor with nothing around. That was a tough aspect for us as we didn't really wanna drive on the island especially to go eat. The price is its best feature but for someone looking for a retreat quality getaway its not the best option on the island. It is though a good place to stay if you don't spend much time in your room or have high expectations to lodging. Room details: Upon entering our 3rd floor room, the room temperature was well above 85* and the stand alone ac/heater was on and rumbling loud noises. The weather was unseasonably hot & warm so it was a surprise to walk into a muggy heated room. There were some stains on the carpets and the room overall just felt old and run down. The bed though was comfortable and our night sleep was still quiet and enjoyable. The outside property offerings look fun and relaxing but we didn't have the time to enjoy them. Did though love the apple tree outside. This review is "not a stay away" type review, just one that says its an average property. read more

Stayed here two nights last week and thoroughly loved it. Beautiful grounds and very comfortable( great mattress) , rooms with all the little attention to details. Enjoyed the hot tub both nights. Staff friendly and down to earth. Will be a repeat customer when we make it back up that way. read more

I think this inn is in between 3-4 stars. It was our families first time visiting Friday harbor and we weren't sure where everything was located or where we should stay... I booked discovery inn because of all the great reviews. Let's start with the good.. -Great that they offer complimentary water and chocolates! -Loved the park like setting, it was a nice place for all 13 of us to have lunch and dinner together without feeling cooped up in a room. -Loved the fridge and microwave -Spacious and clean rooms -Sad they wouldn't let us check in early -I was debating between staying here or the earth box because prices were about the same. When we arrived on the island I saw that the earth box was right on the main strip and was really disappointed I paid more for a place that was a mile out from town! All in all a nice stay. read more

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This is our first time to Friday Harbor and San Juan Island. Discovery Inn is super easy to get to and get in and out of. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and there are a couple swings and chairs around to simply sit and enjoy. The whole place is quiet and relaxing. The staff is super helpful at recommending places to eat. Love that there is tea and hot cocoa in the registration area available throughout the day. The beds are soft and comfy. Everything is clean and well kept. We will be returning here. Only downside is the hot tub is not hot, but luke warm. Each room has a fan in the window for fresh air. read more

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While our trip to the San Juan Islands were very short, I felt that this stay was honestly one of the highlights of it. Checking in went very smooth, the room was extremely clean, and the staff was also nice and chipper. They truly made sure that we had everything we needed. I'd definitely stay here again. read more

Such a gem of a hotel! Immaculate grounds, cover precautions taken, great staff and service. I never have had a hotel be a highlight of a trip but this one was, hands down! Not too far from all Friday Harbor has to offer yet a secluded little getaway that was absolutely perfect. I was sad to leave it!! Everything exactly like on the website. read more

My wife & I stayed here Monday - Thursday as Friday Harbor rookies. This place worked out great. We enjoyed the fact that the rooms are not like a downtown Seattle chain. They're a bit of a step back in time. Had to use actual keys to get in the room. Not plastic cards. We were greeted by Missy as we checked in. She was quite helpful with the in's & out's of touristy locations and restaurants. Follow her lead! It obvious that the room had been renovated. It was very clean. A big plus for me were the room darkening blinds. Amen! So glad not to have deal with the early light. There's a fridge, coffeemaker & microwave also. We were on the backside and did not hear any road noise. The Jacuzzi was clean & hot. Awesome after a day of hiking around the island. My wife walked the mile to town and back for coffee and enjoyed reading in the park like setting. On the downside, the hot water had a very squeaky faucet. The toilet paper roll is at a tough angle. We set it on the side of the tub. We highly recommend Discovery Inn. Dan & Missy do a great job of running things. read more

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This is a well maintained, and updated older place. Good location, just a a bit out of the town center. Matthew, at the desk, was very warm and welcoming and gave us some good restaurant tips. Comfortable clean room. Great heat and hot water. Nothing to complain about unless you like noise, there was none! This seems to be one of the better values in Friday Harbor. read more

Great place to stay when visiting San Juan island. The Discovery Inn is very well kept, clean, and comfortable. I would definately stay here again and I highly recommend it. read more

Discovery Inn - The Discovery Inn. Great place to stay when visiting San Juan island. - Hotels Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

This inn is a MUST if you're staying in Friday Harbor! My husband and I will stay here, EVERY SINGLE TIME! The room is so beautiful, the customer service is out of the world, and the price is fabulous! Also, the inn is very close to town! We stayed in the deluxe queen room and it was so wonderful, clean, new, and cozy. We felt very taken care of! Not to mention, that the staff is so thoughtful; they go above and beyond! They told us about different restaurants, made us handmade directions, beautiful scenery, etc. They took very good care of us, for our second year anniversary! read more

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Exceeded expectation! From the moment we arrived we felt welcome. Check-in was flawless and fast, and the room was exceptionally clean and comfortable. The property is immaculate and all of the staff we encountered were friendly and welcoming. Outside there were flowers everywhere and a large grassy, shaded area to picnic, relax, and play yard games if desired (volleyball, ring toss, etc.). There were only two of us but this would be a great spot to bring a family if you're looking for a nice spot to relax outside of the room. Pros: - Very clean with friendly staff - Beautiful property - Outdoor spots to enjoy during nice weather Cons: - If you're coming on ferry, it is a bit of a walk. We had a car, so wasn't an issue. An easy taxi ride if needed. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. It was a highlight of our trip to Friday Harbor. read more

Discovery Inn - This photo doesn't do justice to the beautiful flowers everywhere at Discovery Inn - they were magical! - Hotels Near Me - Friday Harbor, Washington

You can tell, whoever the owners are, that they care deeply about hospitality. At first sight the exterior and park like grounds are kept immaculate. Upon entering the room it smells and looks clean and has everything you would find in a typical Inn; fridge, microwave, coffee (with plenty of extra coffee, creamer, sugar etc.) TV and a very clean bathroom. I thought since there's a knob sign that says "do not disturb" on one side and "please make up room" on the other that I would need to hang the later to have my room turned down. I didn't think I needed to bother the cleaners because I was only there for two nights, but while I was away at work they came in anyway and straightened the room as if it was their own. Coins I emptied on to the bed were stacked in perfect stacks, large to small, on the table and because I stole all the pillows from the other bed they made the bed I slept in with all the pillows in the room. I know this sounds petty, but walking into the room after a long days work, you notice, which prompted me to write this review! Visit San Juan Island and enjoy ALL it's beauty!! read more

nice place for one night on the island. booked in advance then had to book ferry. only place that would book one night so had to stay here. price was decent too. had to book directly. read more

LOVE! I cannot say enough how much we loved this place. When we checked in, Matt was super helpful and helped us figure out where to eat dinner and told us the best way to drive around the island and the must-sees. The property was very cute and inviting. There were benches everywhere and shade and greenery, we were sad we didn't have more time to spend! They also had a nice big outdoor spa that we didn't get to take advantage of. The room was SO clean. Everything in the room was very simple, so it looked very clean. The bathroom was very clean and a good size! We had the room with two queens and we still had plenty of room to move around. The beds. Oh my gosh, were they comfy! We had the best night sleep the whole trip because of these beds! Amazing stay! Wish we could stay here longer but we will DEFINITELY be back! read more

Great service from check in to checkout Would go back!!! Personable clean cute fun Felt like a fancy hotel read more

3 of us spent the night at the Discovery Inn last night. We arrived in Friday Harbor at 9:30 am knowing full well we could not check into our hotel that early. We drove to the Inn and let them know we were in town and to ask when we could come back. We were so thrilled to learn our room WAS ready. The owner took the time to give us the low-down on where to go and the best places in town to eat. The room was clean with fridge and comfy beds. The property has a hot tub and lots of grassy area for picnics and bbqs. This will be the place I stay every time I visit Friday Harbor. read more

This is a great hotel to stay at while on the island! I wasn't able to check in until later in the night after the office closed which I didn't realize closed at 8pm, Katie actually called me to make sure I was ok with directions, she emailed me with how to get into the room after they closed up which was so easy and helpful since I was still driving around exploring the island and barely had any cell signal to keep on the phone long. The hotel itself was very clean and looked like it had all been remodeled recently, the bed was very comfortable and clean. The price I paid was great for the room and I would definitely stay here again read more

The Discovery Inn is apparently one of the cheapest places in Friday Harbor though my boyfriend and I thought the rates were still a little high for what we got. The women at the front desk was extremely nice and helpful with some good tips about activities and good places to eat around the island. The room was a good size with two queen size beds. The bathroom a bit small but wasn't bad. The room was very clean. There was a large refrigerator and also a microwave which you don't see in many hotels these days. The only real complaints I had with the room were the beds. They were really bad. Hard as rock and extremely uncomfortable to sleep on. Both beds were the same feeling. The only other issue I had in the room was there was no iron or ironing board. This was not a problem for my boyfriend but I find it important in a hotel room. I am sure if I had ask they would have brought one up though I did not bother. read more

What a nice little inn! The staff are so nice and inviting. The room was the cleanest we've ever experienced, not to mention cozy! We highly recommend this inn if you are visiting Friday Harbor. It is also reasonably priced. read more

We went to Friday Harbor for a weekend away, and found this motel online. Let me be clear, the receptionist/front desk ladies were polite. The room was...just ok. I looked the other way when I noticed what appeared to be sand in the bathtub and an old stiff washcloth that was still hanging at the end of the shower curtain. I read previous reviews complaining about the rock hard beds, so apparently they have *upgraded* the mattress by putting a memory foam topper on the beds. That was very comfortable. The price- way too much for what you are getting. However, with limited options, I would likely stay again. read more

So glad we decided to go with Discovery Inn for our Friday Harbor weekend! For $89 + tax we got a queen size bed on the third floor of a cozy lodge just a 5 minute drive away from the harbor. We got to Discovery Inn late morning and were greeted by the friendly innkeeper Missy and her adorable pug Jack in the reception/office. None of the rooms were available for check-in but Missy helped us map out all the tourist stops on the island and offered to call us as soon as we could settle in. Our room was in great condition, the bed was super comfy and the bathroom really new. I was very impressed by the amenities available to us: easy parking, free wifi, hairdryer, fans, an AC unit (a little loud), and a HOT TUB. Thanks for a wonderful, relaxing stay! read more

From the moment of check in, I knew this place was going to be different and in a good way. All staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms were in excellent condition, roomy and comfortable. The grounds were very well maintained, although on a busy weekend parking is limited. The one and only complaint regarding the room, it gets warm and quick. The average temp was 78°. A fan was provided but did little to keep the temp down. read more