Haunted Hotels in Friday Harbor, Washington You Can Stay In

Hotel de Haro

248 Reuben Memorial Dr, Friday Harbor, WA 98250

The spirit said to haunt Hotel de Haro and associated areas like McMillin's Dining Room is primarily believed to be Adah Beeny, former governess/caretaker for the McMillin family. After her death, her ashes were moved to the family's 'Afterglow Vista' mausoleum. Following this relocation, numerous paranormal activities have been reported: lights flickering or turning on/off independently, doors opening and closing without cause, appliances activating spontaneously, items being moved or shelves shattering in storerooms and the gift shop, and unexplained sounds such as rustling fabric. While some local legends suggest Adah died mysteriously (perhaps suicide while pregnant), historical accounts indicate she lived into old age. Regardless of the details of her death, her presence is frequently reported by staff and guests, often described as poltergeist-like activity. The nearby mausoleum itself is also considered haunted by members of the McMillin family, contributing to the overall spectral atmosphere of the Roche Harbor grounds.