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Discovery Inn

1016 Guard Street, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250
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3.0 of 5 stars 26 Reviews
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Katie P
Portland, Oregon
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

This rustic hotel offers any ammenity you need if you are a low maintenance, easy going, human being. The room was exceptionally clean. When you walked in you could still see the fresh lines from the vacuum on the carpet.The sheets and bedding were fresh, the toilet bowl was sparkling and there wasn't a single hair on the bathroom floor.... More

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Richard B
Mead, Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2011
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This dive "hotel" is not only over priced for what you are stuck in, but it smells bad, the owner's are total pot heads, and the staff was stoned as well. If you are looking to score some decent weed, by all means, stay at this dump and take a puff or two with the staff and owners. If you... More

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stan n
Gig Harbor, Washington
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2011

Black mold in showers and you'll stand in 3 inches of water during shower. Sink water tap is very loose. Lousy beds with a cheap foam topper. No horizontal space (for women's makeup or anything else, no even a table. If you bring home take out food, had to eat in on the bed. Take flash light to view what's... More

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Ed H
Montesano, Washington
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11 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2011

We stayed here for 3 nights while touring the San Juans on our motorcycles in August of 2010 (I had to select October because August wasn't a choice at this late posting date). The staff was real friendly and the room was clean and nice enough. The property is a little on the "dated" side, and we had a room... More

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tiglilysarah
Seattle, Washington
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5 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2011

Positives: Within walking distance of town, nice outdoor hot tub, comfy beds, decent rates, nice to have the mini fridge and microwave in the room, lady at front desk was helpful. Cons: Bathtub had visible soap scum and someone's hair in it when we arrived, had trouble sleeping--room not soundproof at all, room smelled very musty when we arrived, very... More

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Blauen08
Baltimore, Maryland
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2011
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I saw alot of bad reviews but decided to take a chance. We stayed here 2 nights and it was perfect. After a long day it was nice to come back to a large hot tub meet and talk with people from all over. It was about a mile from Friday Harbor. All the other hotels way over priced. The... More

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TJ-USA
Outside Chicago
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16 reviews
30 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2010
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Stayed one night at the hotel. All in all, the room was clean and decent. However, the rooms we stayed in were basic and dated. There is no A/C in the rooms we had but not sure if any rooms have it here. Although it was hot during the day and early evening, it does cool off if you keep... More

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free2go
Seattle
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4 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2010

Best things about Discovery Inn are the wonderful accommodating managers, the large picnic grounds, large outdoor hot tub and best rates on the island for a group. The rooms are large, and the beds were very soft. Room decor is very basic, do not expect luxury accommodations, but are perfect for a laid back island visit. Rooms along Guard Street... More

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StateEmployee1948
Sacramento
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23 reviews
10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2010

We visited the San Juan Islands with our bike club, and were the only club members who stayed here. The inn is old, its walkway runs the perimeter of the hotel, and so those walking by could see into your room. The rooms are old but are large enough for a table, two chairs, and a small lounge chair, and... More

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zskyema
Graham, North Carolina
2 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 July 2010

I never write reviews, but I am so sleep deprived right now, I felt I must warn others. My best advice "spend the extra $100 a night, your back is worth it!" The room is dreary, antiquated and just plain depressing. The worst part is the bed, it is maybe a half a step up from the floor.......hard is an... More

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