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The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
NZ$208
avg per night

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Olympia, WA
  • Place, Olympia Farmers Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hands On Children's Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Washington State Capitol
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room Futon

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$208
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About the area

Olympia

South Westside, a neighbourhood in Olympia, is home to this guesthouse. State Theater and WET Science Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Century Olympia and Hands On Children's Museum. East Bay Public Plaza and Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby kayaking, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • West Central Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Percival Landing - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Olympia Farmers Market - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hands On Children's Museum - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Washington State Capitol - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Olympia-Lacey Station - 25 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bayview Thriftway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Westside Lanes - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Vics Pizzeria - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia

Cozy, fun and always super clean! "The Bungalow" is the perfect resting spot for your trip to Olympia. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, but close to everything. Enjoy the full bedroom, bath and kitchen plus private garden patio. All the amenities you need to feel at home. Conveniently located midway between the Washington State Capitol and The Evergreen State College. A 10 minute walk to our vibrant downtown and lake trails.

The space:

"The Bungalow" is a 450 sq. ft. 1 bedroom guesthouse just above downtown Olympia. This guesthouse shares the property with our gorgeous 2 BR, 2 BA house, "The Laurels," that we also offer for short term rentals. Each rental has its own separate outdoor entrance and private yard. Super easy self check-in and 24 hour access.

Whether you are here on business, or for pleasure, The Bungalow is perfect.
In addition to the comfy private bedroom, you have a living room with a large futon that can sleep 1 person while in the couch position and 2 people when pulled out. Full kitchen with fridge, stove, toaster oven, coffee maker (coffee included), blender, dishes, utensils, pots/pans. Bedroom with memory foam mattress and pillows (heaven), dresser, full length mirror, iron and ironing board. Full bathroom with toilet, sink, and shower. Air conditioning units in both rooms.

The Bungalow has a nice TV with basic cable and an Amazon Firestick, which allows you to log-in to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Hulu.

Guest access

Easy 24 hour access through your own outdoor, private entrance to the apartment. The code for the keypad lock will be provided 1-2 days prior to arrival. Super easy self check-in.

Interaction With Guests:

We allow you to enjoy your space un-interrupted. However, we live nearby if you need us. We respond almost immediately to any requests.

The Lovely Neighborhood:

Safe and friendly, the historic South Westside offers nice strolls through its eclectic homes and gardens. Be sure to grab an espresso from award winning Olympia Coffee Roasters, a few blocks away. Enjoy farm-fresh produce just down the street during our seasonal farmer's market. Kids love the nearby 'sprayground' at Woodruff Park during warm summer days! Hugely popular city pickleball courts two blocks away. We love how everything is walkable here, including downtown, West Bay waterfront and the Capitol Lake trails.

Ten minute walk to our vibrant waterfront downtown, to Capitol Lake or West Bay saltwater park. Ten minute walk to Capital Mall and the cinemas. Ten minute drive to the Evergreen State College or the State Capitol. We are one block from the bus line. Uber and Lyft respond super quickly to our neighborhood.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Quiet hours 10 pm-8 am, please. We have great respect for our neighbors.
- Guests may be responsible for reimbursing us for anything broken during use of home.
- Please no use of perfume or cologne in house.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia?

As of 20 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia on 19 September 2026 start from NZ$208, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia located?

Located in South Westside, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of West Central Park and 5th Avenue Bridge. Capitol Lake and Percival Landing are also within 1 mile (2 km).

The Bungalow: A cozy and private guest house in central Olympia Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed my stayFelt cozy, safeVery quietHad everything needed to cook Would book again
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in, nice kitchen (though we hardly used it), close to old town Olympia, quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rooms and bathroom was very clean and the neighborhood was in walking distance of good restaurants downtown. I would recommend staying here to anyone. The location has great access to getting to places south and east of Seattle.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean quiet close to lots

Perfect for the visit with our family living nearby
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the little bungalow! It was exactly like the pictures and we felt right at home. The location is perfect since it was close to many restaurants and stores. We will definitely stay there again since my daughter and grandson lives up here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nolan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little place to stay

My wife and I stayed here for 3 nights and absolutely loved it. It was the perfect size for us and the location was great. We were able to walk into downtown everyday. The place was clean and had everything we needed. Definitely would recommend to others
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A super convenient and cozy spot. It was our first time using VRBO but we were trying to get away from the other site. I’d say it was a great experience. Our hosts were easy to communicate with and the space had everything we needed. Easy walk to downtown or even closer to a variety of restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Bungalow

It was situated in a lovely neighborhood. Perfect for a small number of people. Wondering outdoor space.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norah K.

Great Place

Really appreciated a place without fragrance!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint little house

This is the perfect quaint little house. Two air condition units so temperature was very comfortable. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything you need. Beds were clean and comfortable. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great short term stay for one

l enjoyed my stay at the bungalow-- it is a really cute spot and I loved the private backyard area especially! I appreciated that the house is allergen and scent free. The bedroom wall does share a wall with the other unit attached to the house and if you're both in the bedroom at the same time you can hear phone alarms or talking--though none were an issue. Recommend as a place to stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday convenience

This was a great place for my husband and I to stay while visiting and spending the holidays with family in Olympia. It had everything we needed. There is a step up into the shower and where the toilet is; we didn't notice that in the description. It was not a problem for us though. The entrance is private and there is a private patio. We'd love to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Over all nice stay

My husband and I enjoyed the bungalow. The neighborhood it is situated is perfect for getting anywhere in Olympia easily. The bungalow itself is Bohemian cute and we loved the private outdoor seating. It was not as clean as we expected which was a disappointment. We also had some loud neighbors who were staying in the main house and woke us up both nights at 2:00am which was not ideal. For the most part it was an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Westley d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from the hosts. This bungalow is adorable and very comfortable. It was perfect for my impromptu visit to Olympia. The location is great, access was a breeze, and it was quiet and comfortable. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cute apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorraine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely one-bedroom in residential neighborhood.

This is a very nice one-bedroom a short and easy drive from downtown. Owners provided lots of information about local coffee shops, restaurants and other places that one could walk to as well. Very clean, cozy and comfortable. Only draw back is that the bedroom shares a common wall with rental space next door, and voices could be heard. Not a problem on this visit, since they were in bed and settled down at a reasonable hour.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway

Thank you for providing such a serene and cozy place to stay. It was also refreshing to find a place that was fragrance free. We hope to be able to come again someday soon, maybe in warmer (and drier) weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

I was working while in Olympia and needed a quiet and comfortable place to unwind, well appointed and perfect for me. I will be back for sure..!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ligeia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy and relaxing

This is a very nice 2 room bungalow, with kitchen and bath. We had a great time. Easy to walk to Phoebe's Cafe and Hash (breakfast joint). Owners are very sweet. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desirae R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet little bungalow in a great location

I met the owner upon check in. Ryan was very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

I went with my two sons and we arrived after the preferred check-in. Hannah was very accommodating, she made sure we simply knew the rules so as to not to disturb anyone. The place was very clean, the sheets for the futon were conveniently located in the bedroom, there was shampoo and conditioner and body wash provided! It's a quiet little neighborhood, parking in the driveway and on the street. I can't wait to go back to see my family so I can stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lougie A.

Wonderful stay

Loved it. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

Clean and cozy rental near downtown Olympia

The Bungalow was a great place to stay during a quick trip to Olympia. Clean and cozy, with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. Hannah and Ryan are also very responsive and accommodating. We would definitely rent the Bungalow again for our next trip out to Olympia!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Quiet, clean.

A perfect night away for my wife and I.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

Cozy, clean and quiet

Very cozy, clean and quiet. Just like the photos. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019