Cobblestone Hotel: Family Comfort in Lynden, WA

This trip was hosted. All opinions are entirely my own.

Only 15 miles from Bellingham, Washington, stands Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, a family-friendly hotel in the small town of Lynden. This comfortable refuge offers an indoor pool, complimentary hot breakfast and other amenities to make traveling with kids a breeze.

On a recent visit, I used the Cobblestone Hotel as a base camp for visiting the many attractions in the region. I explored the Dutch-themed town of Lynden with its delightful bakery and expansive playground, then took in the sights in Bellingham.

Overall Impressions of the Cobblestone Hotel and Suites

Breakfast room at the family-friendly Cobblestone Hotel — The complimentary hot breakfast at the Cobblestone Hotel includes make-your-own waffles and breakfast wraps. Photo credit: June Russell-Chamberlin

Centrally located to attractions. The Cobblestone Hotel and Suites is close to the region’s best parks, waterparks, museums, playgrounds, whale watching cruises and family farms. A five-minute drive takes visitors to the charming heart of Lynden, while downtown Bellingham lies a mere 15 miles away. The hotel is only five miles from the Canadian border.
Convenient amenities. Hotel amenities serve families on the go, from the on-site guest laundry to the small convenience store by the lobby. My favorite: the 24-hour free, self-serve Starbucks coffee station.
Spacious rooms. The Cobblestone offers a variety of rooms with good separation of space.

SheBuysTravel Tip: Too tired to go out to eat? Find microwaveable entrees, pizzas and ice cream in the hotel’s convenience store. It even provides a self-service pizza oven!

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Who’ll Love Cobblestone Hotel and Suites

Small windmill in downtown Lynden — Downtown Lynden is full of restaurants, shops and windmills. Photo credit: June Russell-Chamberlin

I spent most of my time at the Cobblestone planning my adventures in the region. Downtown Lynden is full of small shops and restaurants, including the Lynden Dutch Bakery. I especially enjoyed the Lynden Heritage Museum.

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The hotel is less than 10 miles from Interstate 5, making it convenient for families that are:

Exploring the area
Visiting Bellingham
Visitors to Western Washington University

Rooms at the Cobblestone Hotel

Bedroom at the family-friendly Cobblestone Hotel — Comfortable beds and both firm and soft pillows create a good night’s rest at the Cobblestone Hotel. Photo credit: June Russell-Chamberlin

My 348-square-foot king studio felt spacious enough for a family of four. It featured a king bed separated by a wall from the seating area, which held a sleeper sofa, a coffee table and a TV. Another TV hung over the work station near the foot of the bed.

The bathroom featured a large vanity with a sink and a tub/shower combination. Complimentary amenities included hand soap and wall-mounted Archive shampoo, conditioner and shower gel.

Every room features a coffee maker, a microwave and a refrigerator. I especially liked the storage cubbies, dresser and ample floor space for organizing gear.

Included Amenities:

2 large flat-screen TVs
Coffeemaker
Microwave and refrigerator
Sleeper sofa
Pillow menu
Complimentary wifi
Desk/workstation
Complimentary breakfast
Pets welcome ($25 fee)

Starbucks coffee is available 24/7 at the self-serve coffee station by the lobby, which also has tea and cocoa. If you prefer Woods Coffee, a coffee shop is a few hundred yards from the hotel.

On-site Dining at the Cobblestone Hotel

Flatbread with steak, mushrooms and cheese from Wissota Chophouse — Steak flatbread is among the shareables at Wissota Chophouse. Photo credit: June Russell-Chamberlin

Wissota Chophouse, the Cobblestone Hotel’s on-site dinner restaurant, doubles as the breakfast area in the mornings. Stone, wood and unfussy furnishings give the intimate space a casual, Northwest vibe. Large windows open onto a small patio with a fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs.

The Wissota offers a menu full of steaks, seafood, soup and salads, plus a variety of sides and shareables. I made dinner from the extensive shareables portion of the menu. The crab cakes and Nueske’s Bacon Bleu Cheese Fries tempted me, but I settled on the steak flatbread, with caramelized onions, mushrooms, gruyere, smoked bleu cheese and balsamic glaze. It pairs perfectly with a mocktail. The restaurant features a full bar.

SheBuysTravel Tip: When it’s open, the restaurant also provides room service.

On-site Amenities at the Cobblestone Hotel

Indoor swimming pool at family-friendly Cobblestone Hotel — The family-friendly and accessible pool at the Cobblestone Hotel. Photo credit: Visit Bellingham

Whether you’re roadtripping or exploring the area, the Cobblestone Hotel offers various on-site amenities to make travel easier.

Guest rooms and suites that sleep up to 6
Complimentary hot breakfast
On-site dining at Wissota Chophouse restaurant
Free off-street parking
Free high-speed wifi
Indoor pool
Fitness center
Complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby
Business center with computers and a printer
Small convenience store
Guest laundry (self-service)
Room service (limited hours)

What’s Nearby the Cobblestone Hotel

Park for kids to play — Lynden City Park is a great place for kids to run and play. Photo credit: June Russell-Chamberlin

The Cobblestone Hotel is centrally located for attractions in the region, from museums to parks and playgrounds. Bellingham is 15 miles to the south, while Langley, BC, is 5 miles to the north. The hotel is close to several family-friendly restaurants.

Local Restaurants

Don’t leave Lynden without indulging in a treat from the Lynden Dutch Bakery. It’s a local favorite with an assortment of cookies, brownies, pastries and more. The bakery offers limited gluten-free options, but I can vouch for their yumminess.
Swing by Graze and Gather for grab-and-go dining options, sandwiches, wraps, bowls, salads and baked goods. The bistro is only a few hundred yards from the hotel.
Located half a mile from the hotel, Coconut Kenny’s Pizza serves pan pizza, salads and a few starters, such as nachos and wings. Pizza with a gluten-free crust is also available.

Places to Play

The popular Lynden City Park offers an extensive playground and a shallow stream for kids to play in. For level, easy hiking trails through a forest, a playground and more, check out Berthusen Park. Both are less than 3 miles from the Cobblestone Hotel.
Storefronts from the past reveal history in an engaging way at the Lynden Heritage Museum. Walk through a 1950s ice cream parlor, peek into a pioneer home, barbershop, printing office and many other vintage businesses. Don’t miss the basement, where you’ll find a stagecoach, surreys with fringe on top and other horse-drawn vehicles.
Explore the shops and restaurants in downtown Lynden. Windmills of all sizes dot the street.
San Juan Cruises offers whale watching tours of the Salish Sea. Board the boat in Bellingham, then spend the day watching for orcas and other wildlife. A naturalist on board makes it a fun and educational experience.

Getting to the Cobblestone Hotel and Suites

By air: The closest airport is Bellingham International Airport, 15 miles south of the hotel.
By car: Cobblestone Hotel and Suites is easy to reach from Interstate Highway 5. Take the exit for Highway 539 in Bellingham, and it’s a straight drive to the hotel.
By train: The closest station to Lynden for the Amtrak Cascades train is the Fairhaven station in Bellingham.
By bus: WTA bus #26 travels from the Cordata station in Bellingham to a stop at Guide Meridian/Birch Bay Lynden Road, about half a mile from the hotel.

No matter how you arrive, you’ll need a car or a rideshare app to get around the area.