Come to Hotel Bellwether for your special event

Celebrate your Event at Bellwether

From birthdays to reunions, the Hotel Bellwether is ready to host your event with beautiful facilities and catering in our luxury waterfront setting.

Events

Perched atop the bay and overlooking the sound, your guests will be mesmerized by views of the San Juan Islands and Bellingham Bay while they watch the boats glide by. We offer customized menu options and a variety of spaces including our waterside terrace and elegant ballroom, providing the perfect unique setting for your guests.

Your Event. Your Waterfront.

The event spaces at Hotel Bellwether offer both indoor and outdoor areas for your gatherings, with incredible views of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands.

 Meeting SpaceSq FtRounds of 10ClassroomU-shapeConferenceReception
Board Room234N/AN/AN/A10N/A
Wine Cellar300N/AN/AN/A1215
Garden Room54730N/A202040
Admiral Room8515040302480
Admiral & Garden14018040303090
Compass7724024302450
Waterfront Terrace4472250150N/AN/A300
Bellwether Ballroom6030400300N/AN/A450
Breathtaking view

Waterview Terrace

Hotel Bellwether's Waterview Terrace is the perfect place for an outdoor wedding ceremony or outdoor reception event up to 250 guests with a breathtaking view of Bellingham Bay and Squalicum Harbor.

Room Space
4,472 SF
Capacity
300
Airy, glass-walled room

Garden Room

This airy, glass-walled room offers stunning views of Bellingham Bay, Zuanich Point Park, the San Juan Islands and Squalicum Marina.

Room Space
547 SF
Capacity
40
Elegant reception and dance room

Bellwether Ballroom

The Bellwether Ballroom seats over 400 guests banquet style and offers spectacular views of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands. Equipped with a portable dance floor, the 6,030 square-foot ballroom is an elegant venue for wedding receptions. It is complemented by a 795-square-foot water view terrace.

Room Space
6,030 SF
Capacity
400
European Lounge Style

Compass Room

The Compass Room evokes the elegant charm of a European lounge; it even has its own fireplace. Cozy and comfortable enough for a social event — yet sophisticated enough for corporate purposes — this room is perfect for groups looking for something different. Ideal for receptions, this 28-by-28-foot room offers 772 square feet, and can seat up to 30 guests banquet style, or accommodate up to 40 guests reception style.

Room Space
772 SF
Capacity
40
Banquet Setting

Admiral Room

This 854-square-foot room can accommodate up to 60 guests banquet style and 80 reception style. A popular location for corporate meetings and retreats as well as dinners and luncheons, the 31-by-27-foot Admiral Room can be set up conference, u-shaped, classroom, theatre or banquet style. (Larger groups often rent the Admiral Room with the adjoining Garden Room.)

Room Space
854 SF
Capacity
80

Catering

The Hotel Bellwether offers full catering services, including a hosted bar and cash bar. Our catering options include a buffet, plated dinners, dessert displays, and even an ice cream bar.

High-quality catering from the Lighthouse Grill, crisp saltwater breezes, and the views will keep you and your guests happy, refreshed, and focused on your event.

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