Happy Valley
Bellingham
Visit Happy Valley
Popular places to visit
Fairhaven Park
After visiting Fairhaven Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Whatcom Falls Park
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
Lake Padden Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Squalicum Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Squalicum Beach during your trip to Marietta-Alderwood? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cafes.
Western Washington University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Western Washington University during your trip to Bellingham. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Bellis Fair Mall
During your trip to Bellingham, you can do some window-shopping at Bellis Fair Mall. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.
Things to do
From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
Chuckanut Bay Distillery Tour with 2 Mini Cocktails and Gift Glass
From Seattle - Private Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
Top hotels in Happy Valley
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Amazing value; delicious hot breakfast, a welcome drink and even a snack (tortilla soup for us), great location and safe overall. A MUST pick!
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026
Swinomish Casino & Lodge
Everyone was so polite and friendly, the view of the bay was spectacular.
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
Best Western Plus Bellingham
Clean, nice included breakfast. The tv remote was difficult to get the channels to change. The bathroom could use a fan as it really steamed up while taking a shower. The shower head did not have different flow settings.
Reviewed on 20 Feb, 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
Love it! Staff and casino staff are so helpful we will be coming back.
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
Hotel Leo
I was very disappointed in the value for money at Hotel Leo. Staff and public spaces are good, but room itself was horrible for $371. Old stuffy carpet, white walls with black painted wall heaters and an ultra soft platform bed straight from Ikea. Horrible use of money. The bathroom had a nice tile ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bellingham
Clean room and great staff!
Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Happy Valley
South Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach.
Fairhaven
Restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Fairhaven. Check out Bellingham Cruise Terminal or Bellingham Bay while you're exploring the area.
Edgemoor
While Edgemoor isn't home to many top sights, Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Bellingham
While South Bellingham isn't home to many top sights, Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.
Samish Hill
While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.
Sehome
While Sehome may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cornwall Beach and Bellingham Railway Museum.
