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Discovery Inn

1016 Guard Street, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250
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Discovery Inn
3.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

This place works for a great base from which to explore the island and has some charming touches including the landscaping, the spacious tiled, outdoor whirlpool and the quirky but endearing room heater/fireplace. It is close to the center of downtown but far enough away to feel like a quiet get-away.

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Victoria, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

Just recently returned from a bike tour of San Juan Island. We couldn't have been happier with the Discovery Inn as our choice of accommodations. Close to town, comfortable, beautiful grounds but most importantly very warm and welcoming. The staff are like family. Can't wait to stay there again.

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Black Diamond
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

The hotel was close to town and easy to find. Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Room was not fancy but was clean, functional and comfortable. Grounds were very nice and would be great during the summer. It was also the best priced hotel on the island. Definately would stay here again.

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Kim Gabriel, Manager at Discovery Inn, responded to this review
8 May 2012

We are delighted you stayed at our motel and had a pleasant experience. We enjoy hearing from our guests. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are in the process of making renovations to the motel. If you travel to the island again we hope you will be able to enjoy some of the improvements to... More

Seattle
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

This place is a great bargain for its locale in Friday Harbor. I could have walked from the ferry dock to the Inn which I plan to do next time I come. Although not fancy or modern, my room was comfortable and the managers were very friendly and helpful. My room had the basic amenities - a hair dryer, microwave,... More

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Kim Gabriel, Manager at Discovery Inn, responded to this review
3 May 2012

Thank you for staying with us at the Discovery Inn. We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay and that you would come back to stay with us. As of last month, April, we are under new management and are excited about some of the improvements the motel is undergoing. We hope you come back and enjoy the motel... More

cody
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Cozy place to come back to. I have stayed several times over the years and will be back. The rooms are a little dated, but cozy. The fire place was a warm and plesant addition. Friendly staff and very clean. I wasn't expecting the ritz, so I felt great about the quality and price. The grounds are beautiful and the... More

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Kim Gabriel, Manager at Discovery Inn, responded to this review
25 April 2012

We are so glad you decided to stay at the Discovery Inn. It is always nice to hear that people have enjoyed their stay at the Inn. As of this month we are under new management and are in the process of making many new improvements in the rooms and on the grounds of the Inn. We are very excited... More

Bellingham, WA
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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92 helpful votes 92 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012
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This hotel was very comfortable, attractive and clean. Our room had a spacious and comfortable queen size bed,. The room was furnished with nice amenities including flatscreen TV, coffee maker, hair dryer, microwave and small fridge. The bathroom was immaculate with ample towels. The extensive grounds are well maintained with picnic tables, decks, a jaccuzi, trees and flowers. The hotel... More

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Gig Harbor, Washington
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2011
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Black mold in showers and you'll stand in 3 inches of water during shower. Sink water tap is very loose. Lousy beds with a cheap foam topper. No horizontal space (for women's makeup or anything else, no even a table. If you bring home take out food, had to eat in on the bed. Take flash light to view what's... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2011
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We stayed here for 3 nights while touring the San Juans on our motorcycles in August of 2010 (I had to select October because August wasn't a choice at this late posting date). The staff was real friendly and the room was clean and nice enough. The property is a little on the "dated" side, and we had a room... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011
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Positives: Within walking distance of town, nice outdoor hot tub, comfy beds, decent rates, nice to have the mini fridge and microwave in the room, lady at front desk was helpful. Cons: Bathtub had visible soap scum and someone's hair in it when we arrived, had trouble sleeping--room not soundproof at all, room smelled very musty when we arrived, very... More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2011
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I saw alot of bad reviews but decided to take a chance. We stayed here 2 nights and it was perfect. After a long day it was nice to come back to a large hot tub meet and talk with people from all over. It was about a mile from Friday Harbor. All the other hotels way over priced. The... More

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1016 Guard Street, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250
Price range (per night):* 41 AUD - 81 AUD

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