Semiahmoo Resort in Washington State (US/Canada Border) – Hotel Review

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Semiahmoo Resort, Washington State

 

Semiahmoo Resort is located in the northern western part of the United States, in Washington state, in a city called Blaine, WA, Birch Bay, very close to the US – Canadian border. I got to spend couple of nights in this cool resort, where my experience can be rated with 5 stars.

Semiahmoo Resort which is a great option for people living in the both Washington state and British Columbia wanting to spend a relaxing weekend or celebrate any special occasion, possesses a good  golf course, swimming pool, spa, and other indoor and outdoor sports activities.

 

Semiahmoo Resort, one of a kind location

As shown in the Google maps, you can see that the resort location is indeed special and unique. The beauty of that is, you don’t even have to cross a bridge or take a boat to get there. This resort has stunning views of Pacific Ocean, especially during the sunset (scroll down for sunset pictures). The property is located on a spit and is right on the water with Canada just across the bay. I was apprehensive that it would be too big of a resort but it wasn’t. It was easy to get around and didn’t feel impersonal.

 

Actual Location of Semiahmoo Resort - at the US - Canadian border

Actual Location of Semiahmoo Resort – at the US – Canadian border

Semiahmoo Resort – Grounds

The hotel is  3 storied and neither too big nor too small. I would say the same of the grounds as well. East side of the building faced the swimming pool and the car parking, while the west side has the fantastic sunsets, and also the view of waters and Canadian border. Even though I had AT&T network from my room, which faced the car parking, whenever I went to the west side, it would switch to “ROGERS”, the Canadian cell phone network signal. So that should give u an idea of how close you are to Canada.

Eastern side is the entrance to the resort Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Eastern side is the entrance to the resort

 

Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

The resort is a 3-level building and some rooms have a nice patio

 

Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Patio offers beautiful of the sunrise

 

The back side of the resort (west side) faces the waters and offers great sunset views Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

The back side of the resort (west side) faces the waters and offers great sunset views

 

The front (East) side faces the parking lot Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

The front (East) side faces the parking lot

 

Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

The resort has amazing plants all around…

 

Vibrant flowers includes dahlia at the entrance of the resort Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Beautiful flowers includes dahlia at the entrance of the resort

 

You can play outdoor chess as well... Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

You can play outdoor chess as well…

 

Another view of front side of the resort Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Another view of front side of the resort

 

The resort can host many conferences and this building, which at 3'o clock position to the main entrance hosts conferences Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

The resort can host many conferences and this building, which at 3’o clock position to the main entrance hosts conferences

 

Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Pretty flowers at the entrance to the resort

 

Lobby Area of the Resort

I was welcomed by a lovely resort host who took care of my luggage. The front desk person was equally awesome, very efficient in accommodating my requests. She gave me the map to the property and went over the details on everything that resort has to offer within a very short time.

Front Desk Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Front Desk

 

Entrance to the resort's front desk Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Entrance to the resort’s front desk

 

Lobby Area facing the entrance of the resort Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Lobby Area facing the entrance of the resort

 

Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Lobby Area facing the entrance of the resort

 

Fireplace and a much quieter place facing the waters on the west side Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Fireplace facing the waters on the west side

 

Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Fire place was perfect for cold evenings

 

Semiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Lobby facing the conference area

 

Starbucks at the property! But only on the morning until 11 amSemiahmoo Resort Blaine Washington State British Columbia Canadian border

Starbucks at the property! But only on the morning until 11 am

 

Starbucks room also offers enough seating for a small group

Starbucks room also offers enough seating for a small groups

 

Gift shop at the lobby has quite interesting collection of tees

Gift shop at the lobby has quite interesting collection of tees

 

This one caught my attention in the gift shop...lol

This one caught my attention in the gift shop…lol

Rooms

I booked a basic King bed room. It was quite spacious. I booked the room through the resort website.

 

My king size bed

 

My king size bed

 

My king bed room

My king bed room

 

Lots of glasses, and chairs in my room

Lots of glasses, and chairs in my room

 

Inside the room

Inside the room

 

Room Amenities

Room Amenities

 

Room Amenities

Room Amenities

 

Room Amenities

Room Amenities

 

Bathroom amenities

Bathroom amenities

 

Bathroom amenities

Bathroom amenities

 

Shower

Shower

 

 

Bathtub

Bathtub

 

Starbucks...

Starbucks…

 

Bath amenities

Bath amenities

 

All Float brand bath amenities

All Float brand bath amenities

 

Resort’s Spa, Sports and Swimming Area

 

Spa was quite popular among the guests

Spa was quite popular among the guests

 

Inside the Spa: Need to make appointments beforehand

Inside the Spa: Need to make appointments beforehand

 

Inside the Spa

Inside the Spa

 

Inside the Spa - shopping options

Inside the Spa – shopping options

 

Inside the Inside the Spa - many spa treatments for sale

Inside the Spa – many spa treatments for sale

 

A ping pong table outside the Spa

A ping pong table outside the Spa

 

Next to the ping pong table outside the Spa

 

Swimming pool

Swimming pool, right next to the Spa

 

Swimming pool

Swimming pool

 

Swimming pool

Swimming pool

 

Swimming pool with lots of chairs

Swimming pool with lots of chairs

 

Colorful Sunset, the best part of Semiahmoo Resort

Semiahmoo Resort sits on a spit that’s surrounded by water. As I mentioned earlier on the west side of the resort offers fantastic sunsest. You can walk across the shores or just relax to watch the sunset with bonfires.

 

Enjoying the sunset

Enjoying the sunset

 

Pebbles across the beach area

Pebbles across the beach area

 

It was bit cold in September evening

It was bit cold that September evening

 

Magic colors happens after the sunset

Magic colors happens after the sunset

 

 

 

Magic colors happens after the sunset

Magic colors happens after the sunset

 

All pics shot with iPhone X

All pics shot with iPhone X

 

Conclusion

Semiahmoo Resort and Spa is a great place for families, groups, golfing, and for conferences. There are many amenities within the property that one would definitely have a enjoyable experience. Most importantly the breathtaking sunsets that happen in the west side of the resort is not be missed. I saw few groups hanging outside with bonfires and singing songs during and after the sunset. The staff at this resort, right from the front desk, breakfast area, Starbucks, Spa and through out the property were very friendly, playing a huge part in my overall  great experience. I  would definitely recommend this resort.