| near interstate 5, this modern, all-suite hotel is 3 miles from mount baker theatre and 6 miles from whatcom falls park. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. some upgraded suites feature kitchenettes and separate living areas. modest suites with pull-out sofas have free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and coffeemakers, as well as microwaves and minifridges. kids age 15 and under stay at no extra cost. there's also a casual restaurant and a lounge, plus a 24/7 convenience store. free parking is provided, as is a hot breakfast buffet and an evening reception with drinks. other amenities include an indoor pool, a hot tub and an exercise room, as well as a sauna and a steam room
Paine Field 1 hr 10
Chuckanut Mountains (24 min)
Hiking, biking & equestrian trails wind amid lakes, streams & forests on this scenic mountain. Sehome Hill Arboretum (13 min)
Comprising 180 wooded acres, this nature park offers over 5 miles of trails & an observation tower. Lake Whatcom (23 min)
Tranquil lake popular for boating & fishing, with parks offering hiking trails & swimming spots. Mindport Exhibits (10 min)
Science museum focusing on exploration, education & creativity via interactive & fine-art exhibits. Zuanich Point Park (10 min)
Harborside park with picnic tables, a playground, paved paths & a bay-view rental facility. Galbraith Mountain (33 min)
Mountain, cycling, and mountain biking Big Rock Garden Park (12 min)
This 2.5-acre park features dozens of sculptures, plus gardens, trails, a gazebo & restrooms. Larrabee State Park (19 min)
Large camping park on Samish Bay with a beach, 2 freshwater lakes & miles of hiking & biking trails. Viking Union Gallery (11 min)
Community, regional & student artworks on display in a university campus exhibition room. SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention (10 min)
Museum exploring the history of electrical innovation with interactive exhibits, programs & more. Lake Padden (13 min)
Hiking, angling & boating at a woodland lake with popular picnic spots & sports fields. Whatcom Falls Park (12 min)
Expansive city park set amid hills with waterfalls, a fishing pond, gardens, trails & a playground. Marine Life Center (9 min)
Free-admission educational center featuring local marine animals & an interactive touch pool. Whatcom Museum (9 min)
Museum complex with 3 buildings devoted to the art, culture & history of the Northwest. | 
