Anacortes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Giant panorama of Samish bay and nearby islands in Washington state
Giant panorama of Samish bay and nearby islands in Washington state
This is an aerial landscape of Anacortes Washington, overlooking the marina.  Puget  Sound and the San Juan Islands are in the distance. Small coastal town in Skagit  County, Washington state.; Shutte
A little island remotely located just above Anacortes. Can only be access by boat and is often surrounded my wildlife. 
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Pre-Mother's Day jaunt - all within 30 miles of our house. Nikon D3400. It was a beautiful day but a little hazy which made photography challenging.

Mount Erie near Anacortes - generally looking south. Nikon D3400 with 16-55 mm zoom, f/35.-5.6, set at 20 mm. ISO 100, f/5.6, 1/1250 sec.

Where to stay in Anacortes

BSF Swinomish Channel Railroad Swing Bridge

Whitmarsh Junction

Ample dining options and casino gaming are well-reviewed features of Whitmarsh Junction. Make a stop by top sights like Swinomish Casino while you're exploring the area.

Whitmarsh Junction
Swinomish Casino & Lodge

Swinomish Casino & Lodge

3.5 out of 5
12885 Casino Drive Anacortes WA
The price is ₹8,975 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
₹8,975
₹10,109 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Anacortes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,274 reviews)
Love staying here, great restaurants, music, and activity

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Swinomish Casino & Lodge
Anacortes Ship Harbor Inn

Anacortes Ship Harbor Inn

3 out of 5
5316 Ferry Terminal Road Anacortes WA
The price is ₹8,974 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
₹8,974
₹9,943 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anacortes. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Nice a quiet like always. I always enjoy my nice quite night away from home

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Anacortes Ship Harbor Inn
Anacortes Inn

Anacortes Inn

2 out of 5
3006 Commercial Ave Anacortes WA
The price is ₹9,056 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
₹9,056
₹10,217 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Anacortes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (429 reviews)
Everything was great. The wall ac/heat unit took a bit to set correctly but once I figured that out all was good. Staff helpful & friendly. I would stay there again.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Anacortes Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Postcard Cabins Skagit Valley, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Skagit Valley, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
21802 Washington 9 Mount Vernon WA
Stay at this cabin in Mount Vernon. Enjoy free parking, patios and climate control. Popular attractions Lake McMurray and Big Lake Wetlands Conservation Area ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
Great experience. Very cozy cabin with a lot of things included in the stay. Would 100% recommend as a getaway without the other hassles related to camping

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Postcard Cabins Skagit Valley, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
West Beach Resort

West Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
190 Waterfront Way Eastsound WA
Stay at this beach cabin in Eastsound. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Orcas Island Golf Course and North Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
The view was stunning, the staff was friendly, and the amenities offered are amazing!

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

West Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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A very lovely place, I particularly enjoyed Penguin Coffee, the public library, the ferry ride to the San Juan Islands, the boat club (friend had wedding reception there) Rosario Market, and so many other places. V fun place to visit.

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