The Quality Inn hotel is located three miles from Skagit Valley College, an award-winning community college that serves three counties. The Outlet Shops at Burlington shopping center is located four miles from this hotel. Located in Skagit County, Mt. Vernon is the home of the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, held during the month of April. Celebrate at the Skagit Valley Highland Games and Celtic Festival, held during the second full weekend of July each year. Enjoy the Farmers' Market in downtown or visit the annual Children's Art Festival. There are additional events like the Annual Haunted Forest, Downtown Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony during the winter season. Several nearby lakes are perfect for fishing, swimming and boating. Guests of this Mt. Vernon, WA hotel are invited to enjoy free continental breakfast, free local calls, free weekday newspaper and free coffee. The hotel has an indoor heated pool and hot tub. Business travelers can appreciate computer hook-ups, access to copy and fax services and a meeting room, which accommodates up to 25 people for most events and business functions. All spacious guest rooms include coffee makers, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. Some rooms have refrigerators. Non-smoking rooms are also available. Pets are welcome with a nightly fee. Guest laundry facilities are located on site.