Right Off The Dock
Located on Orcas Island’s waterfront, Orcas Hotel blends historic charm with breathtaking views. A cozy retreat for adventure or relaxation, it’s where island magic meets timeless hospitality.
Northwest-Inspired Waterfront Dining
The Orcas Cafe
The Orcas Cafe is a warm and welcoming spot located in our historic Orcas Island hotel. At our friendly café counter, we offer a variety of menu items, with a focus on Pacific Northwest-inspired comfort food. The Orcas Cafe is open daily, happily serving our overnight guests, visitors, and the local community. Our Cafe is a place where everyone can come to relax, connect, and enjoy delightfully prepared breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between.
Start your morning with a locally roasted coffee and pastry, or our popular New Mexico-style breakfast burrito with green chili. For lunch, fish and chips or our famous cheeseburger are always a good choice. For dinner, enjoy our Nightly Special entrée, featuring a variety of options, including Carnitas Tacos and Korean Wings served with Rice. An array of non-alcoholic beverages, as well as local wines, beers, and housemade cocktails, are always available to enjoy with your meal. Our Patio and beautiful sea views await you.
Quiet Comfort on Orcas Island
Accommodations
Welcome to the Orcas Hotel, a historic Orcas Island hotel offering one-of-a-kind lodging in the San Juan Islands. Each room is thoughtfully designed, combining comfort and character with options for 1 to 4 guests. Whether you prefer Victorian details or a more modern style, every space provides cozy bedding, beautiful views, and a restful atmosphere.
As part of the Orcas Island lodging experience, the hotel makes a perfect base for romantic weekends, outdoor adventures, or small family gatherings. Located just steps from the Orcas Island Ferry Landing, you’ll arrive and settle in with ease. Stroll through Orcas Village to visit local shops, or head 15–20 minutes to Eastsound for more dining and activities. It’s a stay rooted in simplicity, comfort, and the quiet charm of island life.
Dream Vacation
Historical, clean, and super friendly staff. The hotel has an old-time, nostalgic charm—great location, as it is next to the Orcas Island ferry station. The hotel’s restaurant is superb. They are surprisingly delicious.
–Booking.com
An Orcas Island Landmark
Hotel History
Steeped in local history, the Orcas Hotel has been a meaningful part of the Orcas Island story for over a century, welcoming travelers, dreamers, and islanders since the early 1900s. Thoughtfully updated to offer modern comfort while preserving its original character, the property blends historic charm with a polished sense of style.
Whether you stay overnight in one of our Victorian rooms, join us for a meal overlooking the Salish Sea and Orcas Island Ferry Landing, or just walk the memorable grounds of this Orcas Island landmark, you’ll love the property’s rich history and warm island hospitality. It adds a welcome sense of depth and authentic connection to your San Juan Islands getaway.
Effortlessly Charming Event Venue
Events & Catering
The Orcas Hotel offers indoor and outdoor spaces for private events and offsite catering across Orcas Island. With panoramic views of the Salish Sea, the Orcas Island Ferry Landing, and the lush island landscape, our on-site Parlor and Dining Room can accommodate various party sizes. Custom menus and room blocks are available.
Discover Orcas Island With Us
As the largest of the San Juan Islands, Orcas Island offers a mix of winding shoreline, forested hills, and charming villages—all surrounded by the calm waters of the Salish Sea. Visitors come to our historic hotel on Orcas Island for the quiet beauty, but they stay for the experiences: kayaking in hidden coves, hiking to panoramic vistas at Moran State Park, exploring local art galleries, and sampling fresh island fare from talented chefs and makers. Whether you’re strolling the shops in Eastsound or watching the sunset from a quiet beach, there’s no shortage of things to do on Orcas Island.
Beyond offering travelers plenty of things to do, the San Juan Islands invite you to slow down and savor what matters most. Many couples, groups, families, and solo travelers love Orcas Island for its sense of escape, laid-back charm, and the possibilities of discovery. Whale watching, biking, spa days, sailing, farm visits—it’s all here, with just enough distance from the mainland to feel like a true escape. Join us for an unforgettable island getaway, and let us show you the best of Orcas Island and the great San Juans.
Summertime sunshine hangs at Orcas Hotel & Cafe 🌞
Jul 29
Another beautiful day at The Orcas Hotel. #nofilter
Jul 8
We are excited to welcome CJ Helekahi back to Orcas Island! Join us on the Cafe Patio on Sat, July 19th from 5pm-7pm for CJ`s performance, while embracing the sweet summer vibes in Orcas Village. Our full Cafe menu will be available, in addition to our Specials!
Jul 7
Delighted to share a recent article posted by Sunset Magazine about visiting Orcas Island, titled “This Underrated Island in the Pacific Northwest Is the Perfect Weekend Getaway” - written by Krista Simmons and photographed by Thomas J. Story. It was a pleasure hosting Krista & Thomas at our hotel, and we hope you all enjoy their wonderful perspective of our special island. Click the link in our bio, for access to the full article.
Plan your own visit, and enjoy a cozy stay at Orcas Hotel!
📸 by Thomas J. Story
Jun 23
Live the dream like Mr. Lily, and come enjoy some time relaxing on our Cafe patio - taking in the beauty of Orcas Village. 💛
May 30
Our lovely hotel is blooming! Stop by for the flowers, stay for the amazing food and comfort of a 120 year old icon.
May 27
We are beyond excited to host Drag Brunch for this year’s Orcas Pride Celebration! Join us in our formal Dining Room on Saturday, May 31st for a fabulous show and some tasty brunch. Seatings are available from 11am-12pm or from 1pm-2pm.
Click the link in our bio to purchase tickets for your preferred seating! A full brunch buffet and celebratory cocktails will be available, as well as items from our Cafe.
We look forward to celebrating with you all! @orcasislandpride
May 23
Spring blooms are so dreamy on Orcas Island. 😍
May 13
Great food made with love is important for all of our guests, including our four legged ones. For guests traveling with their pets, a homemade treat will be waiting for you. As a reminder, all of our guest rooms are pet friendly!
Apr 26
Spring on Orcas Island means finding treasures everywhere you turn. 🌷😊
Apr 12
Our Team is excited to have Nightly Specials back in the mix! Starting at 4pm each day, we are serving up an entree option in addition to our ‘All-Day’ menu items. Feel free to place a pre-order for your favorites, and choose to enjoy onsite or have boxed up for take away. We look forward to seeing you all this week!
Apr 7
Look who just popped up at Orcas Cafe! The Westerlies are performing throughout the weekend in the San Juans, so be sure to catch a performance or pop-up! Shout out to @oicmf for continuing to bring incredible music and talented musicians to our beautiful islands. @westerliesmusic 🎺💙
Apr 4
