Olga Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Orcas Island featuring a house
A simpler time is a big attraction for this island village on the Salish Sea. Travel here to let your daily worries melt away as you revitalize yourself.

Visit the relaxing village of Olga in Washington State’s San Juan Islands. Leave the mainland behind at Anacortes, Washington where ferries transport passengers and cars on a 30-minute trip to the islands. Boats dock at all four of the most inhabited islands in the archipelago: Lopez, San Juan, Shaw and Orcas.

Drive around the horseshoe-shaped island of Orcas from the ferry terminal to Olga, passing through Eastsound. If you leave your vehicle on the mainland, rent a car, ride a moped or bicycle or take a shuttle bus in warmer months. Sailing a private boat and arriving by plane are other options to reach the island.

Breathe in fresh sea air while exploring this enchanting island. Experience one of the best sleeps you’ll ever have. Accommodations are varied, ranging from resorts to campgrounds.

Walk on Olga’s long wooden pier. Scan the water regularly while you’re in Olga. You may see seals, whales and numerous other marine animals.

Visit the Artworks building which houses an art gallery and café, but began in 1936 as a strawberry-barreling plant for local growers. Nearby Doe Bay has the post office built in 1908. Olga was named after the first postmaster’s wife.

Although Orcas is the largest of the San Juan Islands, you’re always close to something here. Travel to Moran State Park between Olga and Eastsound where the 2,409-foot-tall (734-meter) Mt. Constitution has an observation building resembling a 12th-century European watchtower. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the archipelago from the top.

Rent a sailboat in Olga to see the island from a different perspective. Tee off at the island’s 9-hole golf course near Eastsound. While you dine on local organic produce at one of the island’s restaurants, accompany your meal with a bottle of island-produced wine.

Olga is sometimes called “the gem of the San Juans.” Visit to find out why this town on Orcas Island is such a treasure.

Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
4260 Mitchell Way, Bellingham, WA
The price is Rp1.935.036 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
Rp1.935.036
Rp2.191.310 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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Reviewed on 25 Oct 2024

Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham, an IHG Hotel
Silver Reef Casino Resort
Silver Reef Casino Resort
3.5 out of 5
4876 Haxton Way, Ferndale, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.815.001 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
Rp1.815.001
Rp1.960.201 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,025 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

Silver Reef Casino Resort
GuestHouse Bellingham
GuestHouse Bellingham
2.5 out of 5
805 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA
The price is Rp1.337.220 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
Rp1.337.220
Rp1.531.668 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

GuestHouse Bellingham
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Raintree's Sandcastle
Raintree's Sandcastle
3.5 out of 5
7854 Birch Bay Drive, Blaine, WA
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Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

Raintree's Sandcastle
West Beach Resort
West Beach Resort
3.5 out of 5
190 Waterfront Way, Eastsound, WA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cabin in Eastsound. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Orcas Island Golf Course and North Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews)
"Relaxing stay"

Reviewed on 24 Sep 2024

West Beach Resort
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