Welcome to Orcas Hotel & Cafe
Perched at the island's ferry landing, Orcas Hotel & Cafe is a historic inn and cafe offering seasonal fare, classic cocktails, ten inviting rooms, and sweeping Salish Sea views. Where island magic meets timeless hospitality.
Your island gathering place, morning to night
Orcas Hotel Cafe
The Orcas Hotel Cafe is the heart of our historic hotel—a bustling daily gathering spot open 8 am to 8 pm, serving overnight guests, islanders, and visitors alike. With indoor seating and an outdoor patio overlooking the ferry landing and neighboring islands, it’s the perfect place to settle in and watch island life unfold.
Start your day with Camber coffee and pastries baked fresh from scratch in-house each morning. Our hotel burger is bound to be your new favorite. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast, lunch, dinner, or anything in between, there’s something delicious for every time of day.
Your island home away from home
Our Rooms
Standing at the water’s edge on Orcas Island, the Orcas Hotel has welcomed travelers for generations. This authentic, historic inn offers an intimate 10-room retreat where guests are treated like friends of the family. Each room tells its own story through carefully curated curiosities and treasures, making you feel comfortably at home while you’re away.
With space for 1 to 4 guests, our rooms offer vintage charm and modern comfort in equal measure: cozy bedding, stunning views, and the rare quiet found only on a small island.
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.
Our new seasonal espresso drink will keep you toasty warm! With love, from Mr. Lily. 🐾
Oct 27
That fall feeling....
Sep 25
Sunday Pot Pies are back! Available 9/21 beginning at 4pm as Hot and Ready or Take and Bake!
Sep 20
Seasonal Squash Bowl is back on the daily menu!
Featuring roasted squash, chickpeas, toasted pepitas, and lightly sautéed kale. Tossed together and dressed with a tahini harissa dressing. This menu item is vegan and gluten-free!
Sep 10
Happy Labor Day Weekend!
Monday 9/1 we will be running a flatbread pizza special beginning at 11!
Options available are:
Margherita - fresh mozzarella with a basil drizzle
BBQ Chicken - bbq sauce with smoked chicken and red onions
Prosciutto and Mushroom - house sauce with prosciutto, mushrooms, and balsamic reduction
We look forward to seeing you!
Aug 31
Happy Labor Day Weekend! It is set to be a beautiful summer weekend on Orcas Island, and we look forward to welcoming all of our guests, visitors and locals! Be sure not to miss our live music, with Carolyn Cruso performing tonight (Friday) from 5PM-7PM and Baker & West performing on Sunday from 1PM-3PM. Come on by and enjoy all that Orcas Village has to offer! @bakerandwest
Aug 29
August Live Music is back at Orcas Hotel & Cafe! House favorites, Baker & West, will join us throughout the month - bringing their sweet sounds to Orcas Village. Cherished local, Carolyn Cruso, will join us on the final Friday of the month - sharing her singing and songwriting talents with us all.
As always, the Cafe will be serving up our All-Day menu from 8AM-8PM daily. Be sure to keep an eye out for pop-up Specials!
Aug 5
TONIGHTS SPECIAL: Roasted Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
w/ Heirloom tomato, cucumber, tzatziki dressing beautiful organic red gem lettuce (add alder-smoked chicken breast or salmon)
Come on by and enjoy!
Aug 3
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
