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BEST WESTERN PLUS Lakeway Inn
714 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, Washington 98229-6220Phone: 360/671-1011 | Fax: 360/676-8519
Stay at this beautiful, full-service hotel in Bellingham, Washington -- only minutes from downtown, Western University and skiing.
The BEST WESTERN PLUS Lakeway Inn is a modern, full-service hotel in Bellingham. Hotel guests will receive top-notch service and comfortable accommodations decorated in traditional Northwest Mission decor. Travelers will be near downtown Bellingham, the Mt. Baker Ski Area, Western Washington University and whale watching on Bellingham Bay. The Bellingham International Airport (BLI) is located just 5 miles from the hotel. Guests frequently stay at the Lakeway Inn for the Ski to Sea Festival, soccer tournaments and college graduations.
Each elegantly furnished guest room features a 32-inch LCD flat screen television with Direct TV, high-speed Internet, refrigerator and microwave. Each room also features a beautifully appointed bathroom with granite counter tops. Other hotel amenities include an indoor, heated swimming pool, exercise facility, banquet, wedding and meeting facilities. A local shuttle is available to major transportation hubs. Pets are welcome with certain restrictions and fees.
Guests are welcome to enjoy the warm ambience of the cocktail lounge specializing in martinis. Dining is also available at the hotel's on-site restaurant. A café and lobby espresso service is also available for added value and convenience.
For deluxe amenities and services, make a reservation at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Lakeway Inn!
Local Events Worth Considering:
May 2012
At various locations throughout Seattle.
At Safeco Field in Seattle.
At Safeco Field in Seattle.
At the Seattle Center.
Starts at 8am. There will be a business team competition in a 5K Relay format for the less competitive runners. In Prosser.
The Ski to Sea Festival includes a 90 mile relay Race of seven venues from Mount Baker to Bellingham Bay encompassing seven different sports.
June 2012
At Safeco Field in Seattle.
Football game at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.
Come see live steam logging, donkey-powered logging, and antique logging demonstrations. In Yacolt.
At Safeco Field in Seattle.
At Safeco Field in Seattle.
If you have tried trail races, mud runs, tough mudder runs, or a warrior dash, it's time to try a Spartan Race obstacle course. In Washougal.
The course highlights the best that our community has to offer, including historic sites and the mighty Columbia River. In Vancouver.
With artist Don Tiller. At the Winslow Art Center on Bainbridge Island.
Peruse the artists' wares, help your kids make their handiwork, listen to music, and get all sorts of info on helping the environment. In Vancouver.
At Safeco Field in Seattle.
In Downtown Seattle.
At Safeco Field in Seattle.
At St. Martin's University & Huntamer Park, in Lacey.
July 2012
Track & Field Events for all ages. Our youngest record holders are in their 4th year while our oldest are in their 7th decade. In Bellingham.
At the White River Amphitheatre in Auburn.
Musical Performers: Abbey Road - The Beatles Tribute. Free to all ages. In Vancouver.
Celebrating the world's most legendary brewing styles and the nations that made them famous. Taste over 130 world-class beers.
The pirates are volunteers who make appearances at various events throughout the year. At the Alki Beach Park in West Seattle.
This point-to-point, 7-mile trail race starts at Marine Park in south Bellingham and finishes at Larrabee State Park, the oldest state park in WA.
Science in the Park is a special learning treat awaiting families who enjoy Vancouver's summertime Noon Concert Series.
Lots of hand-made Arts & Crafts, authentic Asian Cuisine and a Karaoke Stage. In Seattle.
This is the largest bicycle event in the Northwest with nearly 10,000 participants.
Sail aboard Puget Sound's environmental tall ship, Adventuress, for a 3-hour Public Sail around the San Juan Islands.
One of Seattle's largest Summer Festivals, with more than 50 of Seattle's finest Restaurants.
Features the world’s fastest outdoor motocross racers on the roughest, toughest tracks in the world. In Vancouver.
The scenic, moderately challenging and accurate courses show off the beauty of both Lacamas Lake and Round Lake. In Camas.
The Mill partners will offer the healthiest whole wheat pancakes filled with fresh blueberries, topped with homemade blueberry syrup. In Woodland.
August 2012
Maritime heritage fun on the waterfront with tall ship tours, free kids games, art/craft vendors, raft & sailboat races. In Blaine.
World-class lineup of local, regional & International talent. Ib Bellingham.
The coolest race you'll never do, the Bellingham Youth Triathlon is for kids 13 and under. There are 3 distances and start times.
Celebrates the Agricultural Heritage of Whatcom County. Affordable family entertainment & attractions for people of all ages. In Lynden.
A small county fair with animal events, 4H, agricultural displays and demos. Arts festival with large fine arts and photos, music, and more. In Friday Harbor.
More than 100 regional boys teams compete. Held at the Northwest Soccer Park at the corner of Northwest Ave in Bellingham.
September 2012
All you can eat Pancakes, French-toast, Biscuits and Gravy, Ham, Eggs(cooked to order), OJ, milk, and coffee. In Haynie Grange, Blaine
3rd Annual 2012 Wenatchee River Run 5k Run/Walk, 10k Run/Walk and Half Marathon will be held in downtown Wenatchee.
With artist Ned Mueller. At the Winslow Art Center on Bainbridge Island.
At the Big Bend Community College in Moses Lake.
BBM offers fast marathon and half marathon courses with low elevation gain, beautiful seascapes, island views and mountain vistas.
October 2012
In Moses Lake.
Nearby Attractions:
List All WA AttractionsBellingham Railway Museum
The Bellingham Railway Museum began in 2003 when a group of railroad enthusiasts set up a G gauge display in the American Museum of Radio and Electricity. The Museum relocated to the downtown Bellingham Parkade location a year later. Take a tour of of the museum to learn about the history and heritage of the railroads.
Stroll through the museum to see the railroad lantern exhibit, the Centennial exhibit, the train simulator, the Lionel and tinplate trains and the 1/2 inch scale lumber models. The impressive G scale layout is the museum's largest. With smoke and sounds, it's a delightful display. Check into a comfortable Best Western guest room while visiting the Washington Cascades.
Oyster Dome Trail
The Oyster Dome Trail, located south of Bellingham, encompasses over six miles through the Chuckanuts Mountains. Hikers along this maintained trail can reach the summit of Oyster Dome, a natural landmark, after six-and-a-half miles. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the beautiful views of the Olympic Mountains, the Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands.
This Puget Sound area trail climbs an elevation of 1,900 feet, reaching an elevation of 2,025 feet at the summit. After approximately two miles of hiking, take a minute to admire the incredible views from the Samish Overlook. At the end of the day, kick up your feet in a comfortable Best Western guest room to enjoy wonderful accommodations and guest services.
Western Washington University
North Coastal Washington residents ready to purse higher education can do so, close to home. Western Washington University, is located south of downtown Bellingham, overlooking Bellingham Bay. The university was established as the New Whatcom Normal School in 1893. Throughout the years, the name changed until it reached university status in 1977. The 215-acre campus is home to more than 14,0000 students studying for undergraduate and post-graduate degrees from the many university colleges.
The College of Business and Economics, the College of Fine and Performing Arts, the College of Sciences and Technology, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Woodring College of Education are just a few of the fine colleges on campus. The WWU Vikings compete in a variety of sports, as a member of the NCAA Division II. Check out the campus and cheer on the Vikings during an exciting baseball, soccer, volleyball or basketball game. Stay close to the action in a comfortable Best Western guest room and make the most of your time along the Washington Coast.
