3 Best Yurts On Orcas Island, Washington

Noemi
Noemi 
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With lakes as green as an emerald, Orcas Island, Washington, is known as the “gem of the San Juans”. It is the largest of the three San Juan islands. This horseshoe-shaped island is blessed with exceptional natural beauty with its rich vegetation and clear waters. Despite its size, the place offers a myriad of activities that visitors will surely enjoy.

Visitors can go swimming in the beautiful Cascade Lake or Mountain Lake or lounge on the beach at the scenic Obstruction Pass State Park. There are hiking trails at Turtlehead Summit and Moran State Park. Appreciate local art by visiting Orcas Island Artworks. Another popular activity on the island is whale watching at the Deer Harbor Marina. Other activity options include sailing, kayaking, and fishing.

Experience the island intimately by staying in a yurt. Scroll down for the best yurts on Orcas Island, Washington, for great stays.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 23, 2024.

1. Spacious yurt near Doe Bay Resort (from USD 98)

Private and spacious, this yurt provides a comfortable stay with a queen bed and a single bed and an outdoor kitchen. It also offers a picnic table for outdoor dining, an outdoor fireplace, and a shower. The rental is a back-to-basics type of accommodation with no electricity or running water. Lamps are provided for guests’ use at nighttime.

The property sits a few steps away from the hiking and walking trails in Moran State Park. Doe Bay Resort is within five minutes from the property, while the Eastsound — the island’s commercial center — is only 12 mi (19.3 km) away. The property is 20 mi (32.2 km) from the ferry landing.

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Olga, Washington, United States
2.89 km (1.8 mi) from Moran State Park
158 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Yurt 0 Beds 3 Guests

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the yurt is spacious and clean and has a lovely view of the ocean
cozy clean kind hosts
Host:
amy was a wonderful host as well
philip was very friendly and easy to reach and he brought us amy's amazing homemade bread
amy & philip are great hosts—communicative gracious and helpful
philip and amy were so kind and hospitable
Location:
this is a very naturey beautiful and private place
the location in its remote serenity is amazing; it is a beautiful spot to relax and regroup
this yurt is in a beautiful secluded location that offers unparalleled peace and stillness
great cozy place to stay on orca's island
beautiful quiet space with great access to all that beautiful orcas has to offer
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2. Beautiful tent with a hot tub (from USD 135)

Camp in glamorous style in this deluxe tent only two minutes away from the resort’s beachfront bar and on-site store. The property features a barbecue grill, a picnic table, and a fire pit for roasting s'mores. Although the rental has no power or running water, central light and a flashlight is provided in each arrival kit. The tent is only a minute’s walk from the shower house with a toilet and sink.

The property offers access to various activities, including ping pong, horseshoe throwing, canoeing, fishing, and volleyball, among others. Guests are free to use the hot tub.

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Eastsound, Washington, United States
10.21 km (6.4 mi) from Moran State Park
120 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Tent 0 Beds 4 Guests

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
glamper’s- be aware that not all tents have power nor heat or fan of any kind
the beds were exceptionally comfortable— we had our best sleep of our trip here
Cleanliness:
comfortable clean bed clean living area
a very nice campground and great glamping experience the bed was warm and the tent was clean
very friendly staff clean cabins and well maintained grounds
everything was clean and well-maintained and you can’t beat the location we’re looking forward to going back
the tent and the wash house/toilets were bare bones but clean
Host:
my favorite place to stay on the island wonderful kid friendly resort with fun activities for all
Location:
the location is excellent and the little cabin and even the bathrooms exceeded our expectations
lovely location and fun to “camp” without having to pack too much extra gear
great getaway spot on orcas convenient location awesome staff i highly recommend staying here
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3. Eco-friendly tent on a historic property

Experience modern-day camping in this historic property in Eastsound on Orcas Island. Essentials and an outdoor dining area with a barbecue grill are provided here. Set amidst the trees, the property has no electricity connection, but it does have a solar power station that provides enough energy for lamps and charging devices.

Running water is unavailable, however, there is a clean porta-potty provided for guests’ use. Guests have access to hot showers at Moran State Park, only 5.5 mi (8.8 km) away. Crescent Beach Trail is also nearby.

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5.88 km (3.7 mi) from Moran State Park
31 reviews   Superhost
Tent 0 Beds 2 Guests

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
bathroom setup was great and super clean
such a wonderful space quiet clean and so many thoughtful little touches
the tent was spacious and very clean
beautiful spot comfortable bed very clean
lots of privacy and very clean
Host:
sarah was very accomidating and kind
sarah and lucas are great hosts
:) lucas and sarah are great hosts
great hosts very comfortable setup
sarah & luke we great hosts
Location:
perfect location for exploring eastsound walking distance to stores restaurants and attractions
the property is beautiful and located so close to the shops and restaurants in eastsound
the property is beautiful and a great location to access any part of orcas
the tent was very roomy and super convenient location
such a great place to stay super clean on a beautiful property close to everything
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Orcas Island: a year-round outdoor destination

The perfect destination all year-round, Orcas Island offers varied adventures that those who love nature and the outdoors will surely enjoy. For visitors who want to experience something different and exciting, this is the place for you. Book a stay in one of the above glamping accommodations in Orcas Island, Washington, for a great vacation.

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Noemi was a full-time corporate employee until she decided to take a leap of faith recently and dedicate more time to caring for her home and family. She’s been a part-time freelance content writer...Read more

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