The Best Hotels in Port Townsend
Last Updated on March 28, 2024 by Kelly
Port Townsend is a charming seaport town located on the Quimper Peninsula. The town is known for its Victorian-style buildings, coastal views, and proximity to Olympic National Park. Port Townsend is easily reached from Seattle, and it’s the perfect place to spend a weekend getaway. If you’re planning a trip, you’ll definitely want to make sure that you find the right hotel. We have personally visited Port Townsend several times over the years. In this article, I’m sharing my list of the best hotels in Port Townsend.
My Favorite Hotels
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Tides Inn & Suites
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During our last visit to Port Townsend, we stayed at the Tides Inn & Suites. We loved our stay at this hotel! The hotel is located right on the water and our room had excellent views of the Puget Sound.
We stayed in a Premium King Deluxe room. We had a small balcony, a beautiful breakfast nook, and a large jacuzzi tub with views of the water. I loved watching the sky change colors over the water as I soaked in our jacuzzi. It was the perfect end to each day!
One of the best things about the Tides Inn & Suites is hotel is that it is located right on the beach. Because of that, we enjoyed a nice beach walk to start each morning.
During one such morning, while we were sitting on our balcony, we saw a family of deer head down to the water. It was just magical! It was such a peaceful spot to enjoy the wildlife views. We also enjoyed watching kayakers and boats pass by.
In terms of location, the Tides Inn & Suites hotel was only a 10-minute walk to downtown Port Townsend. We felt like it was the perfect location because we could easily access all there is to do in Port Townsend, but we also were able to stay on a waterfront property.
If you’re looking for a waterfront hotel in Port Townsend, we definitely recommend the Tides Inn & Suites.
Below are some photos of our stay at the Tides Inn & Suites!
Palace Hotel
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The historic Palace Hotel was built in 1889 and is located in the heart of downtown Port Townsend. If you want to be in the center of town, this is the place to stay!
The Palace Hotel has 26 rooms, 19 of which are decorated in the Victorian style. The remaining 7 rooms have a modern loft-style. The lofted studios are large and spacious. You can view photos of each the rooms located on their website.
Because the hotel is located in a historic building, please note that there is no elevator, no ground floor rooms, and no air conditioning.
While we were in Port Townsend, we passed by the Palace Hotel on numerous occasions. It looked like such a warm and inviting hotel. I especially loved the baskets of fresh flowers that were hanging outside their door.
The Belmont
925 Water St, Port Townsend, WA 98368
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Another hotel located in downtown Port Townsend is The Belmont. This waterfront hotel is located within a historic building that was first constructed in 1889.
The Belmont was renovated in 2018 and has been updated with modern amenities.
The rooms have Victorian furnishings and exposed brick walls. The Belmont has even received the Excellent on Main Award for Brick and Mortar Rehabilitation.
The rooms have no televisions, which was intentionally set-up to encourage guests to disconnect and enjoy the views.
Be sure to check out our list of 21 things to do in Port Townsend to plan your next trip!
Ravenscroft Inn
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The Ravenscroft Inn is a quaint bed and breakfast that welcomes guests that are 12 years old and older. There are a total of 8 guest rooms.
The inn is located in one of the upper neighborhoods of Port Townsend, which is about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the downtown area. The inn is located within the Charleston Single House, which is a colonial-style home with sweeping front porches. The inn is just steps away from the Rothschild House Museum.
If you stay at the Ravenscroft Inn, you’ll have a delicious breakfast in the morning, an afternoon snack, and a 24-hour beverage station.
Manresa Castle
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Manresa Castle is located a bit further from downtown Port Townsend, but it’s not every day you can stay in a castle!
The castle was built in 1892 as a personal home for a wealthy businessman. (The owner, Charles Eisenbeis, was Port Townsend’s first mayor.) The mansions consisted of 30 rooms.
In 1927, Jesuit priests purchased the property and named it Manresa Hall.
In 1968, the property was purchased to make the Manresa Castle hotel. The rooms have a Victorian style, in keeping with its early traditions.
The Swan Hotel
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During our last visit to Port Townsend, we ordered a soaking experience at Soak on the Sound. While we were walking to our appointment, we walked past the Swan Hotel. I immediately stopped to look around because it was such a cute hotel.
The hotel is ideally located in the downtown area, and you can easily walk to the beach. The Swan Hotel has 13 rooms, 4 cottages, and one penthouse suite.
Port Townsend Inn
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The Port Townsend Inn is located a little south of the downtown area. You can easily walk to downtown Port Townsend in about 10 minutes.
Bishop Hotel
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If you’re looking for a boutique hotel, the Bishop Hotel is a great option. The hotel features 16 fireplace suites, and it’s also dog-friendly.
The Bishop Hotel features luxury towels and bath products, as well as beautiful gardens. The hotel also in home to the Bishop Block Bottle Shop, which offers wine tastings and dining.
The hotel’s building was originally built in 1890.
Fort Worden State Park
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Another option is to stay in Fort Worden State Park, which is less than two miles north of downtown Port Townsend.
There are several lodging options at the park, including cottages from Officers Row, two campgrounds, a small castle, renovated barracks, and even the option to stay in the Point Wilson lighthouse.
We had the opportunity of staying in one of the cottages from Officers Row, and it was a really cool experience to see inside the homes. The Officers Row cottages are perfect for larger families, because there are numerous bedrooms and lots of space to spread out. The cottages are simple with basic furnishings, but you couldn’t ask for a better location!
You can read all about our visit to Fort Worden State Park to see photos and more!
About Port Townsend, WA
The small town of Port Townsend on the Olympic Peninsula is filled with art galleries, antique stores, bookshops, and restaurants.
As you walk around town, you’ll notice numerous well-preserved Victorian buildings. Port Townsend was called the “City of Dreams” because it was hoped that it would become the largest port on the western side of the United States. However, economic activity ultimately shifted to the Seattle ports instead. Instead of becoming a bustling city, Port Townsend remained a small coastal town. Port Townsend was rated as one of the Top 10 Best Small Towns in America by Fodor’s.
Summary
Port Townsend is a true Washington State gem. With historic Victorian buildings and beach views, it’s the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. The best hotel in Port Townsend, in our opinion, is the Tides Inn & Suites. It has beach access, luxurious rooms, and an unbeatable location. I think that the best budget option is the Port Townsend Inn, which is a motel within walking distance of downtown. I hope that this article helped you to plan your own trip to Port Townsend!
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