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    Washington State Ferries - Chili on board! They have a little galley!

    Washington State Ferries

    3.8(37 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Washington State Ferries (WSF), Kennewick vessel, Friday, August, 16, 2024, 9:30 am. We were on a…read moreroad trip in a Class B RV (which is van-sized), and needed to travel from Port Townsend, WA to Coupeville, WA. In investigating our options on a mapping app, we found that we had two options -- to drive about 215 miles (4 hours, 45 minutes, plus toll) OR take a ferry (about 8 miles, 45 minutes plus wait time). With some apprehension about how it would work with our oversized and tall vehicle, we decided to take the ferry. We made a reservation online about two weeks before our planned trip, and many of the time slots for our preferred travel date were already taken but we were still able to get a slot at 9:30 am. The reservation "no show" fee was $10, charged only if the reservation is not used. We were pleased to find that there was a category to identify our vehicle as being "under 22' in length, and 7'6" to 13' tall." (There are also options to ride standby when vessel space is available). Washington State Ferries has loading down to a science. On our travel day, we were warmly greeted by the attendant at the entrance tollbooth. One senior (my husband) with vehicle under 22' was $15.30, while I was counted as an adult passenger for $4.10, for a total of $19.40 for two people and the RV. After paying, we were directed by staff to park in a specific lane (with other RVs) and allowed to disembark from our vehicle to grab a coffee or use the restrooms. The process of loading the ferry was highly organized. Every inch of space seemed to be used -- without unused space but also without there being vehicles that didn't fit. We were most impressed in seeing how easily an 18-wheeler semi also fit! After all of the vehicles were parked, the ferry left the dock and many passengers left their vehicles to move upstairs for the water views or to grab a snack. Disembarking in Coupeville was equally efficient. Overall, we had a great experience -- smooth sailing, efficient operations -- but also recognize that service disruptions may occur due to adverse weather conditions or emergency repairs. On this particular day, we were fortunate to have saved hundreds of miles and hours of driving, and nice smooth sailing. One small quibble. We found the WSF's website to be confusing for newcomers to ferry operations. .

    Not a fan of this one. When your service is so volatile that high winds can cancel most, if not all…read moreof the ferries in a single day, just build a bridge. Also, the guy standing on the curb near the entrance, who informed us of the cancellations, told us that there were no reservations available for any other crossings, even later in the evening. This proved to be completely false, as we booked a reservation five minutes afterward, and by mid afternoon, the winds had subsided enough that we were able to board and cross without any issue. Government incompetence at its finest!

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    Washington State Ferries - Looking back from Port Townsend!

    Looking back from Port Townsend!

    Washington State Ferries - Part of the pier bumpers ;-)

    Part of the pier bumpers ;-)

    Washington State Ferries - View of Port Townsend from the ferry

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    View of Port Townsend from the ferry

    The Palace Hotel - Bathroom

    The Palace Hotel

    4.4(125 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    This is our stay in Port Townsend. This Vintage Hotel is…read moreover 135 years old and has as much original furniture , art and trim as possible. This is a time capsule with a reading room and a chess table. The ceiling in our room appears to be about 25 feet high with a 8 foot light on a chain. We see 3 sets of lace curtains to cover waist to ceiling windows right now. Until you have been in a place like this , you haven't lived in both Centuries. They have a red sticker downstairs that says " They love us in YELP" Nice touch....

    What an amazing place in a charming town. My wife was apprehensive about staying in what many call…read morea "haunted hotel" however the spirits that longed since the late 1800's was appealing to me. Unfortunately for me in our 2 day stay I never saw anything of the supernatural. But I did see an immaculate hotel located right in the center of town by the water. Extremely friendly staff starting with Denise who seemed to be in charge of housekeeping. Even asked if she could help us with our bags on the way in and on the way out. Great hospitality here. This place is an immaculately preserved and restored brothel that lasted until the 1930's. Each room still has the name of the women that worked there and I've never seen anything like it. My stayed in Miss Alice's room 7. The room was huge. The bed was the most comfortable I've ever slept on in a hotel. Do yourself a favor if you are doing your research right now and enjoy the magic and charm of this lovely hotel and the Lady in Blue will be very welcoming to you.

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    The Palace Hotel - Sitting area

    Sitting area

    The Palace Hotel - Common area/library had books, games, and comfy atmosphere

    Common area/library had books, games, and comfy atmosphere

    The Palace Hotel - View from my room.

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    View from my room.

    M V Kennewick - publictransport - Updated May 2026

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