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3 stars

Discovery Inn

1016 Guard Street, Friday Harbor, WA, United States
Friday Harbor, WA
See location+1 360 378 2000
From
C$ 227
Cheapest

rate per night

9.2
Wonderful
based on 705 reviews
705 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
C$ 227
Deluxe room
C$ 303
Superior Room
C$ 455

Overview

The Discovery Inn is located just a mile from the ferry landing and Friday Harbor Seaplane Base on San Juan Island.

Guests of The Discovery Inn will find the recently renovated rooms clean and spacious. They are non-smoking rooms that are air-conditioned and feature amenities such as a microwave, refrigerator, and Keurig coffee maker. Queen beds are standard in all rooms. Guests can relax and watch the flat-screen TV or go out and enjoy the hot tub, participate in yard games, or use the BBQ facilities on the park-like grounds of the hotel. They are able to stay connected through high-speed internet throughout the hotel via WiFi. Second and third-floor rooms are accessible by stairs only. Couples have consistently rated the Discovery Inn at 9.

The Discovery Inn has over 40 restaurants that are within walking distance such as Mike's Café and Wine Bar, San Juan Bistro, and Rocky Bay Café. Guests can find specialty restaurants that serve American, Mediterranean, Asian, Japanese, British, Mexican, and Italian around the hotel.

The staff of the Discovery Inn are eager to help guests plan and reserve activities such as whale watching, kayaking, golfing, biking, sailing, and hiking. Natural areas close to the hotel include Sportsmans Lake, Lakedale Resort, English Camp, and Roche Harbor Resort. There are also many opportunities for shopping, exploring, and cultural entertainment at landmarks like Centennial Stadium, Uplands Park, and the University of Victoria.

Latest deals for Discovery Inn

Mi 7/5
Do 8/5
Deluxe room
No inclusions
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C$ 303
per night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 425
per night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 425
per night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 486
per night
Superior Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 455
per night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 460
per night
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 227
per night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 227
per night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 227
per night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 273
per night
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Discovery Inn

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Grill
  • Internet
  • Room service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Hot tub
  • Pool towels

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf

General

  • Seating area
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Room service

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Reviews of Discovery Inn

9.2
Wonderful
705 verified ratings
Wonderful
495
Very good
123
Good
46
Okay
18
Fair
13
Mediocre
5
Poor
5

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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Great location, staff is super friendly, and it's excellent value! This was one of the more affordable stays after deciding on a last minute stay, and we only stayed for one night. But it was surprisi...
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) New railing on building Japanese garden theme
Cons (-) Pool was only open from 10 - 10
10
Wonderful
Nichole, Feb 2016
Pros (+) The owners were incredibly nice. Close to shopping and restaurants. Very clean and spacious.
Cons (-) No complaints.

Location

1016 Guard Street, Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art0.9 km
  • Whale Museum1 km
  • Lavendera Day Spa1 km
  • San Juan Island National Historic Park7.9 km
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park9.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Discovery Inn

Low season

April

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 257

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 319
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 11% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Discovery Inn

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Discovery Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Discovery Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and May.
  • The cheapest price a room at Discovery Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 257, while the most expensive was C$ 257.
  • How long should you stay at Discovery Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Discovery Inn

  • Where is Discovery Inn located?

    Discovery Inn is located at 1016 Guard Street, 1 km from the centre of Friday Harbor. San Juan Islands Museum of Art is the closest landmark to Discovery Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Discovery Inn?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Discovery Inn.

  • Does Discovery Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Discovery Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Discovery Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Discovery Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Discovery Inn from the airport?

    Discovery Inn is 1.3 km from Friday Harbor. Discovery Inn is 1.4 km from Friday Harbor SPB.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Discovery Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Discovery Inn in Friday Harbor and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Discovery Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Discovery Inn.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.9

Distance to downtown

1.0 km

Nearest Airport

Friday Harbor

Distance to airport

1.2 km