Guest Housing

University Residences offers guest housing to individuals visiting Western Washington University.

During the academic year, Guest Housing is limited to individuals affiliated with Western - such as visiting scholars, lecturers and researchers. Academic year options are available from mid-September through mid-June.

Summer guest housing options are open for individuals attending an on-campus event or visiting the greater Bellingham area. Summer guest housing is available from mid-June to mid-August annually.

Need a place to stay?

Email Guest.Housing@wwu.edu or call 360-650-2279 and let us know:

• What dates you would like to stay
• How many people are staying
• What type of accommodations interest you (private bedroom, private suite, apartment unit)

Please plan to make and confirm your reservation at least seven days prior to your stay.

Availability Update: We have limited availability for guest housing March - June. 

Rates & Amenities

All housing options include extra-long twin beds. Amenities include Wi-Fi, residential lounges and onsite laundry facilities.

• Private Bedrooms: include two extra-long twin beds and a semiprivate bathroom. Adjoining or wheelchair-accessible may be available upon request.

  • Single Guest: $59.50 +tax per night.
  • Two Guests: $78.60 +tax per night.

• Private Suites: include one or two double-occupancy bedrooms with extra-long twin beds, a kitchenette and a bathroom. Kitchens are equipped with full-sized refrigerators, compact stove/ovens, and a sink.

  • $125.90 +tax per night.

• Apartment Units: are only available during the summer and include two double-occupancy bedrooms with extra-long twin beds, a kitchen, a living room and a bathroom. Kitchens are equipped with a full-sized refrigerator, a compact stove/oven, and a sink. Bedding and towels are not available in Apartments Units; please plan to bring your own.

  • $105.91 +tax per night.

Ask about our linens discount! With the exception of apartments, discounted rates are available for guests who bring their own bedding and towels.

Planning a group event on campus?

Western offers group housing during the summer for conferences, events and youth camps held on campus. To discuss accommodation options for a group, please contact WWU Conference Services.