Snowater Resort - Deming, Washington

Ken S.

WiFi is very weak and intermittent, so barely usable. Pools are nice but hot tubs are not hot, never more than 100F. Not at all accessible to those with physical handicaps. Still, a gorgeous, riverside setting.

Misha S.

Our stay at Snowater Resort was a memorable experience! The resort offers a fantastic retreat close to Mount Baker and the Nooksack River, with plenty of trails and breathtaking nature all around. We appreciated the peaceful atmosphere and the chance to disconnect—there’s no internet here, which was both a blessing and a bit of a challenge. While it was refreshing to take a break from social media, we realized how much we rely on connectivity for practical things like directions to nearby spots like Artist Point or the closest store.

The room itself was cozy, with a lovely fireplace, and the first piece of firewood provided was a nice touch. However, there were a few hiccups. The microwave sparked when we tried to pop popcorn, which was concerning, and the hall light was inconveniently wired to the same switch as the TV. This meant we had to keep the light on to watch TV—an annoyance but not a dealbreaker. On the plus side, the resort provided a great selection of DVDs to enjoy. One minor disappointment was that the room didn’t match the online photos, as it wasn’t directly on the river. That said, the river was just a short walk away, so it didn’t detract from the experience too much.

The resort’s amenities were a highlight, with two recreation centers offering pools and jacuzzis. However, it would’ve been nice to have access to a kitchen, as per online we would have access to all the amenities. We also think a small on-site store would be a great addition for necessities like water, snacks, or firewood.

Finally, the staff and fellow guests made the stay even better. Everyone was so pleasant, happy, and clearly enjoying themselves, which contributed to the positive vibe of the place. Overall, Snowater Resort is an excellent choice for a relaxing getaway surrounded by nature. With a few minor tweaks, it could be even better!

Kaden M.

My partner and I stayed here for a week in October 2024, my parents gifted us an exchange week from some timeshare thing they have and we chose Snowater.

Starting with all the good, it was an absolutely wonderful location. Gorgeous scenery, we were in building 15 and the river was right behind our building. I spent a lot of time walking around back there and sitting in the living room window seat just looking out. The bed was comfortable and everything seemed clean. Other reviews mention the wifi being unreliable, it is but rarely presented an issue for us. Just be sure you either download that region ahead of time on your maps app, or have a paper map.

There is a ton of hiking in the area, Artist Point closed to vehicles the week we were there but we made it up a few days before it snowed up there. If it's open when you visit definitely head up that way! And Nooksack Falls is a must visit in my book. We definitely went to Wake N Bakery several times as well. Oh, and the tap water tasted great! My partner is super sensitive to weird water tastes but was perfectly happy with the tap water. The people at the office were very kind, and I enjoyed the pools and fitness center. Even when it was busier the first few days we were there, I feel like I barely ran into anyone when I was walking around. Once most of the visitors left on Monday, it was super quiet the rest of the week. I'm sure that changes in busier seasons.

It was also nice that there were some trails right behind/starting in the property. I wish I'd had more time to explore that immediate area, we found some really beautiful spots just walking around and followed one trail until it got a bit more overgrown and steep than we wanted to deal with.

There were a few things not as good, but not major issues either. The sink faucet was too high I think so the water constantly splashed out onto the counter and floor. The shower was a bit aggressive until we figured out how to angle and adjust the shower head so it wasn't blasting in our faces. The condo and common areas (especially the fitness center) were pretty dated, but everything worked just fine. The location more than made up for it. And I imagine some of the non timeshare, privately owned condos are more updated.

The only thing that really was unpleasant was the road work. Monday through Thursday they started at 7:30 am and were loud for several hours. A few times it looked like people's cars were a bit blocked in. Obviously that isn't a permanent issue, just might be worth checking if there will be road work in the parking lot when you plan to visit if it's in the next month or so. It really took away from the nature around us to smell diesel and hear heavy machinery while sitting on the balcony in the back. This is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5, the by the 4th day of early morning road work I was so sick of it.

Oh and it wasn't an issue but just remember it is a very rainy area and we did have rain for a large portion of the week. We also had some beautiful days, and were able to do some hiking even in the rain because the trees provided a lot of shelter. All these pictures are on the property the week we were there!

jd B.

The room was great except the clothes dryer didn't work, it is in need of a new heating element.
The lady at the check in desk was very evasive , seemed as though she was in a hurry to be doing something else. When I informed her it was our first time visiting there and was asking a couple of question ,(one of which was where was our room located) she just grabbed a map outlined a line on it and handed it over. No discussion, no explaining where things were etc.
Other then that it's a beautiful place to visit. Gorgeous on a day like yesterday was and I would probably visit again...

Maxine D.

Units are basic bit that works great for us. The beautiful paths and river right there were beautiful and secluded. Small kitchen a one person situation. Close places to bike beautiful waterfalls. Swimming pools. Play grounds throughout. Lovely natural landscaping. We really loved the stay and location.

Oliver L.

My stay with my girlfriend at one of the condos was very lovely. Had to have been the cleanest place I have ever stayed. They had everything we needed including quality pots, pans plates, silverware, cups, vacuum, fan, washer, dryer, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, LOTS of nice clean towels, etc. Located at the bottom of Mt. Baker, it's a great spot to lay your head each night to shred at Baker. The resort has a ton of amenities that include: huge pool, hot tub, gym, pickle ball, basketball, etc. The only issue we had with our condo is the wifi barely worked (pros and cons, depending on who you are). I normally wouldn't mind this, however there is no service at the snowater, so the only way to communicate with family, friends and coworkers is the WIFI, but it barely works to send/receive messages. The resort would be just that much better if it had some better wifi

tloco1979

My wife and I stayed in a one bedroom condo in early March. This place is enchanted! The drive onto the property is nice and peaceful as you enter the rain forest setting. There is a stream/river that passes through the property that is very pleasant. There are many activities including two indoor pools, recreation rooms, a gym, and tennis courts. There is an awesome activity center that is inside a three story log cabin which is constructed alongside the river. The condo itself was well stocked with dishes and cookware. The living room was large and had plenty of seating. The fireplace was very nice as was the view from the balcony. The river was audible from the condo. The bedding included a queen size bed that was comfortable as well as the sleeper sofa which was also comfortable. There was satellite TV in the living room with many channels. There were several books inside the condo to read. It was nice having a washer and dryer inside the unit as well. |The downsides of the resort: There is absolutely no cell service for several miles and the internet/wifi provided for by the resort is extremely limited (do not plan on passing the time by surfing the internet). The decor in the unit is dated and the TV in the bedroom is useless unless you have a DVD. |The beauty and as secluded as the resort is, make up for the downsides. The resort staff, particularly Aleah at the front desk, is amazing!!! She is full of knowledge (and willing to share it!) about the area or Washington in general. |The condo is located a very short drive from Mt Baker and all of the recreation activities that area provides. There are limited groceries available at a near-by town; it is suggested to buy groceries in one of the larger cities prior to making your way down the Mt Baker highway.

Michael O.

Beautiful setting. The trail through the property leads to another that continues up the river for an additional 3-4 miles for an easy hike with nonstop great scenery. Amazing waterfalls and old growth nearby. The apartment-style units are a little worn with poorly-designed use of space. The internet is not functional which made planning activities difficult.