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The Orca Inn

Property class: 2
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Friday Harbor hotel

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Photo gallery for The Orca Inn

A motel with a row of rooms, a parking lot, and blooming flowers in the foreground.
A room with two beds, wooden walls, and a window.
A wooden chair and a wooden dresser in a room with a wooden panel wall.
A bathroom with a shower, a towel rack, and a shelf with a towel.
A hallway with an exit sign, a statue, and a Starbucks sign on the wall.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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770 Mullis St, Friday Harbor, WA, 98250
  • Place, San Juan Islands Museum of Art
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, San Juan Historical Society and Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Whale Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)
    ‪22 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room

A room with a wooden paneled wall, a bed with a floral bedspread, two bedside tables, and a wall-mounted heater.

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room Single Use

A room with two beds, wooden panel walls, and two windows with blinds.

Double Room Single Use

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden door, a television, and a desk.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Room

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden door, a television, and a desk.

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Friday Harbor

In Friday Harbor .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find San Juan Islands Museum of Art and San Juan Historical Society and Museum. Whale Museum and PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Juan Historical Society and Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whale Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lafarge Open Space - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 20 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Downriggers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Blue Water Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Orca Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Friday Harbor hotel
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Friday Harbor hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Orca Inn offers 40 accommodations. This Friday Harbor hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in bathtub (36 inches high)
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Roll-in shower (60 inches wide)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 20 mi (32 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 20 mi (32 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 5277

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Orca Inn to the airport?

The Orca Inn is 1 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 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Orca Inn on Oct 1, 2026 start from CA $135, 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 hotel is 14.2 mi (72-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 hotel.

What time is check-in at The Orca Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Orca Inn?

This hotel 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 hotel.

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

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 107 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Everything was awesome clean small but that’s what I expected and very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Love this place. Cheap, minimalist, effective. Ample parking. Walking distance to downtown. Old school charm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chen-min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think the rooms are nicer than what the picture portrays, the pictures don’t do it justice. Room might be small, but has everything I’m looking for!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s a discount motel. You get exactly for which you pay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are NY style, meaning they are small. But they were perfect for just the two of us, especially because we are shorter. The location was nice and away from things. Since we mainly used it just to sleep, this perfectly met our needs. Nice staff. Rooms were clean. Showers were hot. Each room had its own hot water, which was a nice feature.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

W James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Sad little place on low end of price scale. You get what you pay for. Tiny room ( bed only accessible from one side and head against refrigerator so all night heard motor running), key to outside door would not work, no coffee or hair dryer in room, limited desk hours so couldn’t get dryer in morning when found none on room, limited hot water. Was clean and good check-in person.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Minh-Quan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I didn't realize the office closed at 9:00 PM and arrived shortly after that time. However, the gentleman at the office kindly stayed late to check me in. I truly appreciated his help, though I felt a bit guilty about it. I apologize! Our room was cozy and charming. We only stayed for one night, so I don't have much to say. However, we all enjoyed the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was on the island for a funeral, not your usual touristy needs. The staff was incredibly kind and made sure I had everything I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the worst hotel my husband and I ever stayed in for their was no headboard to keep your pillow on the bed so my husband layed sideways with his feet hanging off of bed and I had to lay sideways also so he layed his head against the wall.The bed only had 2 pillows went to office asked for 2 more they stated they may not have any more. They brought one pillow to us that had yellow stain marks all over pillow slip.I used microwave for 4 minutes and it was so hot on outside side panel that a child could burn themselves Next to bed. The width of room was so small my husband sideways was wall to wall touching for his height and we paid over 175.00 for room..Shame on them . The list goes on and on and they do not make coffee until 8am.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nga

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tracie

Stayed 1 night in May 2026