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TravelandLeisure.com, Summer 2008Friday Harbor House was voted as one of the top 20 summer getaways in the United States. Only 100 miles north of Seattle, you can walk two blocks from the ferry to the resort itself, where 23 modern guestrooms and suites have unique artwork, furniture, fireplaces, and oversize jetted tubs, and most have views of the harbor and pine-covered islands. Since the islands are one of the best whale-watching spots in the world, don’t miss boating out to Harp Strait and marvel at breaching orcas and humpbacks frolicking with their calves. PNW Local News, June 2008The Lummi Arts Festival has several events that will take place to help San Juan residents connect with the original cultures of the islands and Friday Harbor House donated an exhibit of works by artists from the Lummi Nation and from Turtle Mountain Chippewa for the event on West and First streets. Some of the artwork includes intricate beadwork, carvings in wood and bone, leatherwork, and silverwork. My Midwest Inflight Magazine, March/April 2008Lush cedar forests, pristine seas, and a wide variety of terrain all provide a breathtaking backdrop for an array of soft adventure options. The San Juan Islands attract kayakers, hikers, campers, bikers, boaters, fishermen, and tourists all hoping to experience the profound beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Visitors to San Juan Island can enjoy a variety of savory dishes at the Harbor View Restaurant at Friday Harbor House. The combination of Washington wines and regional fare is sure to satisfy any hungry palate. Northwest Meetings and Events, Spring 2007Friday Harbor House has seen growth in its corporate meetings and events. The resort recently completed a $1.3 million expansion, doubling the resort meeting and event space. Smart Meetings, January 2007Friday Harbor House is described as "a refreshing change of pace," from the bustling city of Seattle. Brides, November 2006Friday Harbor House is a San Juan classic. “Couples choose it as much for the ocean and forest views outside as for the cornucopia of comforts within.” All nuptials take place on the resort’s bluff; where up to 40 guests can enjoy panoramic views of the island. Brides, October 2006Few places in the world can match the ethereal beauty of the San Juan Islands, especially when you are staying at the 23-room inn nestled between moss-covered pine trees and a yacht-filled marina. The perfect location for a wedding, Friday Harbor House’s spectacular views and delicious banquet-style feasts are just a few of the amenities the inn offers wedding parties. Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce, July 2006After ten months of construction, Friday Harbor House has opened its $1.3 million expansion, doubling its meeting and event space. The new space is located in a two-story building adjacent to the hotel, with 1,100 square feet of meeting and event space on the ground floor and three guest suites above. The meeting space can accommodate up to 100 people and is equipped with audiovisual equipment, wireless Internet, a plasma-screen display, and a kitchen. Northwest Meetings & Events, Summer 2006With a facility expansion designed to specifically target business groups, Friday Harbor House is growing as a major competitor in the retreat industry. The San Juan’s average tally of “270 to 290 sunny days a year” makes this area particularly attractive during the off-season. American Way, May 2006The San Juan Islands, off the northwest coast of Washington, are known for their natural beauty, and kayaking is one of the best ways to explore them. San Juan’s Friday Harbor House, a 23-room inn with fireplaces and jetted tubs, offers a relaxing place for adventure seekers to rest after a long day exploring Mother Nature. The inn books kayak trips for customers, and encourages all patrons to keep an eye out for orca whales, seals, otters, and bald eagles. |
Visitors to Friday Harbor House are blogging about their experiences: Alison Osborne, June 23, 2008 |
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