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The Orca Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near San Juan Islands Museum of Art in Friday Harbor

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Reception
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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770 Mullis St., Friday Harbor, WA, 98250
  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Whale Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • San Juan Island National Historic Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 154 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Friday Harbor

In Friday Harbor .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Whale Museum. San Juan Island National Historic Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lime Kiln Point State Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whale Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Juan Island National Historic Park - 12 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 19 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park - 21 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vic's Drive Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Golden Triangle Thai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Orca Inn

Motel near San Juan Islands Museum of Art in Friday Harbor
The Orca Inn offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Friday Harbor motel is smoke free.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Orca Inn offers 65 accommodations with air conditioning. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Friday Harbor motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Front of property

Friday Harbor Suites

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, 1,003 reviews
$228 nightly
The price is $253
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Friday Harbor Suites

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Orca Inn to the airport?

The Orca Inn is 0.9 mi (3-min drive) away from the Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Orca Inn?

As of Aug 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Orca Inn on Aug 21, 2025 start from $137.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Orca Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Orca Inn.

How close is The Orca Inn to the beach?

This motel is 9.7 mi (79-min drive) from Odlin County Park and 17.1 mi (68-min drive) from Eastsound Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Orca Inn offer free breakfast?

The Orca Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Orca Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Orca Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Orca Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Orca Inn have a pool?

The Orca Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Orca Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Orca Inn to downtown Friday Harbor?

The Orca Inn is 0.4 mi away from Friday Harbor.

The Orca Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica, LOCKPORT

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was dated and no frills, but clean. When they say its a micro room, they mean it, I could nearly touch both walls and hit my elbows in the shower. For the island, the price was good and it was walkable to down town and breakfast options. The staff were super friendly though and I would stay there again if I went back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Door didnt lock. Door doesnt even fit the door jam. Felt completely unsafe. Room had a urine smell that I noticed when trying desperately to sleep. So much light coming in. The blinds dont even come to the bottom of the window so dont get undressed! I worked all day and when I got in at nearly 10 at night the only response I got from management is that I should have told them sooner. Do not stay here. Unsafe and no privacy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jumari

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but perfect if all you need is a place to sleep near the main area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

xinyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarthak

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Roland

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very small. It was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night on Friday Harbor

The accommodations were adequate for my one night business stay. I would stay here again. Taking in sunset from Line Kiln State Park was the highlight.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evgeniya

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean small hotel, nice lady at the front desk who cared enough to call us on the day of arrival. The premises are clean, and “retro” can’t even call this place “old” because everything feels very clean - spotless shower, like CLEAN 😃 Walkable distance to downtown,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unhappy customer

The room was VERY small and the shower situation with the water was awful. There was no where to plug in my CPAP machine because the bed was against the wall in the middle of the room. Would NOT suggest getting the queen bed room. The bed was awful to sleep in also.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Small clean room. The room was cleaned for us during our stay which is usually only done at high end motels/hotels. This is a great place to stay if you want to be close to Friday Harbor and aren’t planning on spending a lot of time in your room. We would rather splurge on good food and experiences and save on our room
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness

Ok for one night

It was fine for the price and for a quick one night stay solo. Check in was friendly. Bed was comfy and clean. Room was incredibly small. No coffee in the morning as promised.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Everett, Monroe

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chiung Chen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024