The Hallmark Resort Cannon Beach is a mid-range beachfront hotel with 129 rooms and suites, many of which look right out onto the ocean. Units range from rooms to one- or two-bedroom suites, and there's even a handful of beach houses for rent. The property's biggest selling point is its location right next to the town's iconic Haystack Rock, though it also has good features, including a lovely spa and a couple of saltwater pools. However, it lacks a restaurant -- there's not even a breakfast service. Travelers looking for a resort with an on-site restaurant (and free breakfast) could try the nearby Cannon Beach Hotel.
The Hallmark Resort Cannon Beach is a mid-range beachfront hotel with 129 rooms and suites, many of which look right out onto the ocean. Units range from rooms to one- or two-bedroom suites, and there's even a handful of beach houses for rent. The property's biggest selling point is its location right next to the town's iconic Haystack Rock, though it also has good features, including a lovely spa and a couple of saltwater pools. However, it lacks a restaurant -- there's not even a breakfast service. Travelers looking for a resort with an on-site restaurant (and free breakfast) could try the nearby Cannon Beach Hotel.
The Allison Inn & Spa is a luxury destination hotel in the heart of Oregon's wine country, a 45-minute drive from downtown Portland. This four-story property has 77 rooms plus eight suites, all of which have gas fireplaces, large windows with seating, and views of the countryside. Highlights include an elegant spa with 12 treatment rooms, an indoor pool, hot tub, and sun terrace, five indoor and two outdoor event venues, and a large fine-dining restaurant with, unsurprisingly (this is Willamette Valley, after all), an extensive wine list. Just remember to reserve early for both the restaurant and spa, as they can fill up fast. While the Allison is certainly the star pick for the area, more budget-conscious travelers might want to check out the several chain hotels in Newberg, such as Travelodge or Shilo Inn, which have considerably lower rates.
The Allison Inn & Spa is a luxury destination hotel in the heart of Oregon's wine country, a 45-minute drive from downtown Portland. This four-story property has 77 rooms plus eight suites, all of which have gas fireplaces, large windows with seating, and views of the countryside. Highlights include an elegant spa with 12 treatment rooms, an indoor pool, hot tub, and sun terrace, five indoor and two outdoor event venues, and a large fine-dining restaurant with, unsurprisingly (this is Willamette Valley, after all), an extensive wine list. Just remember to reserve early for both the restaurant and spa, as they can fill up fast. While the Allison is certainly the star pick for the area, more budget-conscious travelers might want to check out the several chain hotels in Newberg, such as Travelodge or Shilo Inn, which have considerably lower rates.
Cannery Pier Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel that sits practically on top of the Columbia River; it's literally built 600 feet out into the water on top of the pilings of the old Union Fish Cannery. With outstanding views (rooms look directly out onto the river) and upscale amenities, the hotel is a good choice for the high-end traveler who doesn't mind that it's located a bit more than a mile from the center of Astoria. It's a better choice for couples than families, as there's plenty of romantic touches inside the guest rooms -- like gas fireplaces -- and in common spaces -- like a nightly wine reception -- geared towards adults. There's an on-site spa, fitness center, free Wi-Fi, complimentary daily breakfast, and two classic cars that shuttle guests around the area -- but no restaurant on-site.
Cannery Pier Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel that sits practically on top of the Columbia River; it's literally built 600 feet out into the water on top of the pilings of the old Union Fish Cannery. With outstanding views (rooms look directly out onto the river) and upscale amenities, the hotel is a good choice for the high-end traveler who doesn't mind that it's located a bit more than a mile from the center of Astoria. It's a better choice for couples than families, as there's plenty of romantic touches inside the guest rooms -- like gas fireplaces -- and in common spaces -- like a nightly wine reception -- geared towards adults. There's an on-site spa, fitness center, free Wi-Fi, complimentary daily breakfast, and two classic cars that shuttle guests around the area -- but no restaurant on-site.
Lake Creek Lodge is a rustic mid-range cabin property with 21 charming and cozy units. Cabins have kitchens and some sleep up to six guests. It's a great spot for families, and there's a seasonal outdoor pool, a ping-pong table, tennis and basketball courts, a fishing pond, and a children's play structure. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner year round as well as lunch during the summer, plus kids under four eat for free. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The nearby Metolius River Resort offers charming cabins as well, so travelers may want to compare.
Lake Creek Lodge is a rustic mid-range cabin property with 21 charming and cozy units. Cabins have kitchens and some sleep up to six guests. It's a great spot for families, and there's a seasonal outdoor pool, a ping-pong table, tennis and basketball courts, a fishing pond, and a children's play structure. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner year round as well as lunch during the summer, plus kids under four eat for free. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The nearby Metolius River Resort offers charming cabins as well, so travelers may want to compare.
FivePine Lodge & Spa is a hugely popular, upscale, wilderness resort at the edge of the Deschutes National Forest. The 32 charming rooms and cabins feature fireplaces, DVD players, and soaking tubs with waterfall faucets. On-site amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, multiple event spaces for meetings and weddings, a gift shop, free Wi-Fi, and a small business center. The hotel also sits right next to a brewery/restaurant, a luxury spa, and a local cinema, and there's an adjacent athletic club that guests can use free of charge. The Lodge at Suttle Lake, just up the highway, offers alternative accommodations, but it's not as charming or as up to date.
FivePine Lodge & Spa is a hugely popular, upscale, wilderness resort at the edge of the Deschutes National Forest. The 32 charming rooms and cabins feature fireplaces, DVD players, and soaking tubs with waterfall faucets. On-site amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, multiple event spaces for meetings and weddings, a gift shop, free Wi-Fi, and a small business center. The hotel also sits right next to a brewery/restaurant, a luxury spa, and a local cinema, and there's an adjacent athletic club that guests can use free of charge. The Lodge at Suttle Lake, just up the highway, offers alternative accommodations, but it's not as charming or as up to date.
Set along the Willamette River in Downtown Portland, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Rose (known to locals as "The Rose") offers sass, character, and a dog-friendly vibe. Compared to common spaces, its 139 guest rooms feel a little bland, but they're comfy, with memory foam mattresses, ergonomic desk chairs, and walk-in rainfall showers, not to mention flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Traffic noise and parking lot views are the primary complaints. Bottle + Kitchen offers creative dishes and drinks in a rustic-chic atmosphere, and the hotel also has a gym, but it's small. Free cruiser bikes are available to borrow, and there's free afternoon cupcakes, but fees for parking, breakfast, and amenities are tacked on the bill. For a dash more luxury, consider the often competitively priced Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland.
Set along the Willamette River in Downtown Portland, the three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Rose (known to locals as "The Rose") offers sass, character, and a dog-friendly vibe. Compared to common spaces, its 139 guest rooms feel a little bland, but they're comfy, with memory foam mattresses, ergonomic desk chairs, and walk-in rainfall showers, not to mention flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Traffic noise and parking lot views are the primary complaints. Bottle + Kitchen offers creative dishes and drinks in a rustic-chic atmosphere, and the hotel also has a gym, but it's small. Free cruiser bikes are available to borrow, and there's free afternoon cupcakes, but fees for parking, breakfast, and amenities are tacked on the bill. For a dash more luxury, consider the often competitively priced Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland.
Hotel Modera is an attractive, upscale hotel in downtown Portland. It doesn't have a stuffy feel that some iconic hotels do: Instead, everything feels modern and casual, from the streamlined lobby -- with local art, funky furniture, and a marble-and-wood front desk -- to the 174 rooms, updated with iPod docks, Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. The Modera bills itself as a boutique, and even though it's not as small as some boutique hotels, it does have that vibe -- and it lacks the amenities of a large hotel. There is no spa or fitness center (although free passes to a nearby gym are available), but there is a tasty on-site restaurant with a renowned local chef. It's not as centrally located as other downtown hotels, but it's convenient for those visiting Portland State University.
Hotel Modera is an attractive, upscale hotel in downtown Portland. It doesn't have a stuffy feel that some iconic hotels do: Instead, everything feels modern and casual, from the streamlined lobby -- with local art, funky furniture, and a marble-and-wood front desk -- to the 174 rooms, updated with iPod docks, Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. The Modera bills itself as a boutique, and even though it's not as small as some boutique hotels, it does have that vibe -- and it lacks the amenities of a large hotel. There is no spa or fitness center (although free passes to a nearby gym are available), but there is a tasty on-site restaurant with a renowned local chef. It's not as centrally located as other downtown hotels, but it's convenient for those visiting Portland State University.
The Inn at Northrup Station, located in the Northwest district, is an all-suites boutique known for its bright, quirky 70s-style decor. The lobby features a hot pink, studded front desk lit by funky lamps, and the breakfast area is a scramble of bright, striped furniture. The spacious suites have abstract local art, and everything from the walls to the bedding to the couches are bold in color. All suites also have kitchenettes, big flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. An attractive rooftop terrace is full of colorful furniture. Freebies such as weekly Wednesday wine tastings and streetcar tickets add value, but there are some complaints about thin walls and street noise, and free parking can be limited.
The Inn at Northrup Station, located in the Northwest district, is an all-suites boutique known for its bright, quirky 70s-style decor. The lobby features a hot pink, studded front desk lit by funky lamps, and the breakfast area is a scramble of bright, striped furniture. The spacious suites have abstract local art, and everything from the walls to the bedding to the couches are bold in color. All suites also have kitchenettes, big flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. An attractive rooftop terrace is full of colorful furniture. Freebies such as weekly Wednesday wine tastings and streetcar tickets add value, but there are some complaints about thin walls and street noise, and free parking can be limited.
The three-pearl Tolovana Inn is a beachside property with 176 rooms, most of which have full kitchens. Some rooms also have gas fireplaces and views of the beach, and the largest units have two bedrooms and can sleep up to six. The hotel is located right on the beach, though it's a bit removed from the main downtown part of Cannon Beach; guests either need to drive there or take the hotel's shuttle. There's also an indoor pool with a hot tub and sauna, but no on-site restaurant. While there are options in the immediate vicinity, guests wanting to take full advantage of the local dining scene may prefer something closer into town, such as the Schooner's Cove Inn, which has similar rooms but no pool.
The three-pearl Tolovana Inn is a beachside property with 176 rooms, most of which have full kitchens. Some rooms also have gas fireplaces and views of the beach, and the largest units have two bedrooms and can sleep up to six. The hotel is located right on the beach, though it's a bit removed from the main downtown part of Cannon Beach; guests either need to drive there or take the hotel's shuttle. There's also an indoor pool with a hot tub and sauna, but no on-site restaurant. While there are options in the immediate vicinity, guests wanting to take full advantage of the local dining scene may prefer something closer into town, such as the Schooner's Cove Inn, which has similar rooms but no pool.
The lower-middle-range Holiday Inn Express and Suites Astoria has an outstanding location on the shores of the mighty Columbia River, in the shadow of the majestic Astoria-Megler Bridge. A hike/bike path meanders along the river between the water and hotel, offering a great place to watch big freighters pass by. While it’s too far to walk into downtown Astoria for most guests, it’s a very short drive or trolley ride. Amenities include free breakfast, a pool, event space, laundry facilities, and free parking and Wi-Fi. However, the small fitness room is a bit of a letdown. Guest rooms are clean, comfortable, and include Keurig coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves, plus many have unobstructed river/bridge views. Do compare rates with the Hampton Inn & Suites Astoria, another riverfront hotel with similar amenities that’s on the other side of downtown Astoria.
The lower-middle-range Holiday Inn Express and Suites Astoria has an outstanding location on the shores of the mighty Columbia River, in the shadow of the majestic Astoria-Megler Bridge. A hike/bike path meanders along the river between the water and hotel, offering a great place to watch big freighters pass by. While it’s too far to walk into downtown Astoria for most guests, it’s a very short drive or trolley ride. Amenities include free breakfast, a pool, event space, laundry facilities, and free parking and Wi-Fi. However, the small fitness room is a bit of a letdown. Guest rooms are clean, comfortable, and include Keurig coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves, plus many have unobstructed river/bridge views. Do compare rates with the Hampton Inn & Suites Astoria, another riverfront hotel with similar amenities that’s on the other side of downtown Astoria.