Lopez Islander Resort

What Lopez Islander Resort does

Lopez Islander Resort is a privately held, multi-revenue-stream waterfront hospitality operation located at 2684 Fisherman Bay Road on Lopez Island in Washington State's San Juan archipelago. The property combines hotel rooms and suites, multi-bedroom vacation home rentals, RV sites and tent camping, a 64-slip full-service floating marina with fuel dock and pump-out access, the Islander Bar & Grill restaurant (operating continuously since 1952), the Bayshore Banquet Room event venue (capacity up to 80 guests), and supporting amenities including a seasonal pool, year-round hot tub, fitness center, and free high-speed fiber Wi-Fi.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer model with reservations taken via the lopezfun.com website, phone, and the Booking.com channel (BookingSuite B.V.), supported by organic marketing on Facebook, Instagram, TripAdvisor, and a content blog. Pricing is highly seasonal: peak summer rates on hotel rooms are offset by a 50% discount during the low season (October-March), and the marina charges per-slip on a non-refundable basis with credits valid for one year. Customer segments span couples, families, boaters, RV/campers, and wedding and corporate event groups.

The resort functions as the largest and most comprehensive lodging and marina property on Lopez Island and is differentiated by its integrated marina-with-waterfront-restaurant positioning and seaplane access via Kenmore Air landing directly at the dock. Reach to the property is multimodal — ferry from Anacortes with free parking and complimentary shuttle, seaplane from Seattle, private boat, or personal vehicle via ferry — making access logistics a central operational and marketing focus.

Name

Lopez Islander Resort

Legal name

Lopez Islander Resort

Website

https://lopezfun.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lopez Islander Resort is a privately held waterfront resort on Lopez Island, Washington, operating hotel rooms, vacation home rentals, RV and tent sites, a 64-slip full-service marina, the Islander Bar & Grill, and an event venue serving leisure travelers, boaters, and event guests in the San Juan Islands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Resort Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110), Marinas (713930)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAGAAAK

Marina & Waterfront Full-Service Hotels

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Hotels (Full-Service)

SECONDARYTHAGALAC

Resort Convention Hotels

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Convention & Conference Hotels

SECONDARYTHAGAIAH

Coastal & Marine Nature Lodges

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Lodges (Nature, Safari, Wilderness)

Keywords

• Waterfront hotel lodging
• Marina slip rentals
• Vacation home rentals
• RV park camping
• Wedding event venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Lopez Island

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Lodging Accommodations: Revenue from hotel rooms, suites, and vacation home rentals. Hotel rooms feature bay views with private decks, kitchenettes or full kitchens, cable TV. Pricing varies seasonally with 50% discounts during low season (October-March). Vacation homes offer multiple bedrooms, full kitchens, and fireplaces for extended stays.
2. Marina Services: Revenue from 64-slip full-service marina accommodating boats from small to large yachts. Services include power (30/50A) and water hookups, fuel dock (gas and diesel), fish-cleaning station, crab-boiling platform, showers, laundry, and convenience store. All marina bookings are charged at booking time and are non-refundable with credits valid for return visits up to one year.
3. RV Sites and Camping: Revenue from RV sites ranging $68-$109/night depending on size and hookup options, and tent camping starting at $38/night (no power) or $58/night (with power). Daily fees include up to 4 people, 1 tent/RV, and 1 vehicle per site. Maximum stay is 14 nights.
4. Restaurant and Bar: Revenue from Islander Bar & Grill serving breakfast (9-11am), lunch (11am-4pm), and dinner (4-10pm). Menu features Pacific Northwest seafood including salmon, halibut, prawns, oysters, fish & chips, plus cocktails, craft beers, and live entertainment including karaoke and weekend bands.
5. Event Venue Rental: Revenue from hosting weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, and milestone events in the Bayshore Banquet Room (up to 80 guests), outdoor patio, Tiki Lounge, and poolside party area. Full catering services available with custom menus featuring Northwest seafood and traditional fare.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lopez Islander Resort operates a waterfront hospitality complex on Fisherman Bay on Lopez Island, Washington, offering multiple lodging types (hotel rooms and suites, vacation home rentals, RV sites, and tent camping), a full-service 64-slip marina with fuel dock and marine amenities, the Islander Bar & Grill waterfront restaurant and Tiki Lounge with live entertainment, and the Bayshore Banquet Room event venue for weddings and corporate retreats. The resort functions as a comprehensive single-property island destination serving travelers arriving by ferry, seaplane, boat, or RV.

Product overview

Lopez Islander Resort & Marina is a waterfront resort complex on Lopez Island, Washington, offering a diversified portfolio of lodging and hospitality services. The core offerings include Hotel Rooms & Suites (standard rooms and suites with bay views and kitchenettes), Vacation Home Rentals (spacious private homes with full kitchens), and RV Sites & Camping (electric hookups and tent camping). Supporting amenities include a full-service 64-slip Marina with fuel dock and boat support facilities, the Islander Bar & Grill restaurant with Tiki Lounge and live entertainment, and the Bayshore Banquet Room for events and weddings. Additional services include Yoga by the Bay fitness classes and a comprehensive resort amenities package (pool, hot tub, fitness center, Wi-Fi, shuttle service). The resort positions itself as an all-in-one destination combining lodging, dining, marina services, recreation, and event hosting for travelers arriving by ferry, plane, boat, or RV.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Islander Bar & Grill: Waterfront restaurant and bar featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine, cocktails, live music, and karaoke
• Lopez Islander Marina
• Bayshore Banquet Room
• Tiki Lounge

Products and services

• Hotel Rooms & Suites Waterfront hotel accommodations with bay view rooms, private decks, fully outfitted kitchenettes or full kitchens, cable TV, and scenic sunset views. Includes standard rooms, suites, and connecting rooms suitable for families and couples.
• Vacation Home Rentals Spacious private vacation homes with multiple bedrooms, full kitchens, fireplaces, and private outdoor areas designed for families, groups, and extended stays on Lopez Island.
• RV Sites & Camping RV park and tent camping area featuring sites with 30-amp electric hookups, water access, back-in and pull-through sites, and tent camping options, with proximity to resort amenities including pool, hot tub, and restaurant.
• Lopez Islander Marina Full-service 64-slip floating marina in Fisherman Bay with 30/50A power and water hookups to every slip, fuel dock offering gas and diesel, fish-cleaning and crab-boiling stations, showers, laundry, and free pump-out station access for boats from small craft to large yachts.
• Islander Bar & Grill Waterfront restaurant and Tiki Lounge serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner featuring Pacific Northwest seafood, classic American fare, signature cocktails, live music, karaoke, and outdoor patio dining overlooking Fisherman Bay; provides complimentary moorage for boaters dining at the restaurant.
• Bayshore Banquet Room & Event Venue Event venue spaces including the indoor Bayshore Banquet Room seating up to 80 guests, outdoor deck and patio areas, Tiki Lounge, outdoor beer garden, poolside party area, and BBQ corral with full catering services for weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, and special occasions.
• Yoga by the Bay Weekly Vinyasa flow yoga classes held indoors or outdoors by the waterfront at the resort, available seasonally and by private appointment for resort guests and island visitors.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% off room rates during low season (October-March)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BookingSuite B.V.coreTechnology or IntegrationBookingSuite B.V. operates the hotel's website booking platform (suite.booking.com) and processes online reservations through Booking.com. Guest personal data including names, contact details, payment information, and booking preferences are shared with BookingSuite for reservation processing, customer service, and marketing purposes. The partnership includes Booking.com's 24/7 international customer service in more than 20 languages.
• Kenmore AircoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKenmore Air operates year-round seaplane service from Seattle directly to the Lopez Islander Resort Marina dock, offering breathtaking aerial views of the San Juan Islands. This partnership provides guests with an alternative transportation option to the Washington State Ferry, making the resort accessible by air for travelers coming from the Seattle metropolitan area.
• Port of LopezminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPort of Lopez provides a free pump-out station near the marina in Fisherman's Bay. Boaters must request a pumpout appointment by email ([email protected]), phone at (360) 504-7982, or by hailing VHF channel 78. This partnership supports environmental stewardship for boaters visiting the marina.
• Washington State FerriescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWashington State Ferry provides the primary access to Lopez Island from Anacortes, with the resort offering free parking on the Anacortes mainland and complimentary shuttle service from the ferry dock to the resort. The 30-minute scenic ferry ride is the first stop on the route to the San Juan Islands.
• Lopez Bicycle WorksminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSan Juan Islands' oldest bike shop located next to Lopez Islander Resort, offering bicycle rentals for guests to explore the island's 33 miles of bike routes and scenic roads. This partnership supports the resort's outdoor recreation offerings.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Friday Harbor House: Boutique waterfront hotel in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island serving the same ferry-traveler and island leisure segment as Lopez Islander Resort.
• Roche Harbor Resort: Historic waterfront resort on San Juan Island with hotel lodging, marina, restaurants, and event venues — the closest direct competitor to Lopez Islander Resort in the San Juan Islands destination market.
• Rosario Resort & Spa: Resort on Orcas Island offering waterfront lodging, marina, dining, and event spaces — directly comparable in being a multi-amenity San Juan Islands resort with marina access.
• Orcas Hotel: Historic island hotel in Eastsound on Orcas Island serving ferry travelers with rooms, dining, and event space — comparable as a San Juan Islands lodging and F&B operator.
• Snug Harbor Resort & Marina: Lodging and marina operator in the San Juan Islands offering cabins, RV/camping, and boat slips — directly comparable on the lodging + marina combination.
• Doe Bay Resort & Retreat: Orcas Island retreat offering cabins, RV/camping, on-site dining, and wellness/yoga programming — comparable as a San Juan Islands multi-format resort.

Regional players

• Alderbrook Resort & Spa: Full-service waterfront resort on Hood Canal, Washington offering rooms, marina, dining, spa, and events — a regional analog for the multi-amenity waterfront resort model.
• Captain Whidbey Inn: Waterfront inn and restaurant on Whidbey Island in Washington — comparable as a Pacific Northwest waterfront lodging and F&B property, but on a different island and without a marina.

Broad incumbents

• Airbnb: Alternative accommodations marketplace competing for the same Lopez Island leisure demand, particularly around vacation home rentals where Lopez Islander Resort directly competes.
• Booking Holdings (Booking.com): Global OTA platform that is the resort's core third-party distribution partner — comparable as the broader incumbent channel through which the resort reaches international and long-haul leisure travelers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/lopezislanderesort
• Instagraminstagram.com/lopez_islander_fun
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lopez-islander-resort

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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