Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel
$147
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Avg. for September
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$147
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel average $99 in April, the cheapest month, and $157 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $108 |
| February | $100 |
| March | $107 |
| April | $99 |
| May | $138 |
| June | $149 |
| July | $151 |
| August | $157 |
| September | $147 |
| October | $117 |
| November | $104 |
| December | $106 |
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Cheapest: April (~$99)
About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in The Dalles? This hotel has 2964 square feet (275 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite at Portage Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 112 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Location
Located in The Dalles, Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of The Dalles Dam Visitor Center and Sunshine Mill Winery. This hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Old St. Peter's Landmark and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Fort Dalles Museum.
What's nearby
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area(0.1 miles)
Columbia River Gorge(0.1 miles)
Columbia River(0.4 miles)
The Dalles Dam Visitor Center(0.8 miles)
Firehouse Park(1 miles)
The Dalles Dam(1.9 miles)
Sunshine Mill Winery(2.3 miles)
Columbia Hills Family Medicine(2.7 miles)
Howe Park(3 miles)
Mid Columbia Medical Center(3 miles)
Old St. Peter's Landmark(3.1 miles)
Dry Hollow Sports Field(3.2 miles)
Fort Dalles Museum(3.8 miles)
Rowena Crest(4.1 miles)
Sorosis Park(4.3 miles)
The nearest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX)(82.3 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Room Service
Location
3223 Bret Clodfelter Way, The Dalles, Oregon, United States of America
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (0.1 miles)
Columbia River Gorge (0.1 miles)
Columbia River (0.4 miles)
The Dalles Dam Visitor Center (0.8 miles)
Firehouse Park (1 miles)
The Dalles Dam (1.9 miles)
Guest reviews
8
Good
Based on 440 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel, travelers frequently praise friendly staff, renovated interiors, and scenic Columbia River and dam views, while also noting a significant drawback: there are no elevators connecting the property’s multiple buildings.
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What guests think
At Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel, travelers frequently praise friendly staff, renovated interiors, and scenic Columbia River and dam views, while also noting a significant drawback: there are no elevators connecting the property’s multiple buildings.
Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, but multiple reviews cite noise from HVAC units, slamming doors, and neighboring rooms, along with occasional maintenance issues and dated bathroom fixtures. Guests like the welcoming lobby, ample parking, pool, and pet-friendly grounds, and many enjoyed good meals and drinks at the on-site restaurant and bar; however, breakfast is not included and the café or morning service can be limited or closed. Expect a scenic, comfortable stay if stairs and occasional noise or staffing hiccups are not a concern.
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Facilities
On-site amenities draw praise: a welcoming lobby with fireplace and views, ample parking, an outdoor pool, and a well-liked restaurant and bar; the property is also pet-friendly. A recurring drawback is the lack of elevators between buildings, plus occasional issues like door latches or ice machines.
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Julie
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is older. The rooms were just okay. No elevator and lots of walking. Restaurant was understaffed.
This hotel is older. The rooms were just okay. No elevator and lots of walking. Restaurant was understaffed.
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Denice
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The seating area in the lobby was a welcoming place to sit by the fire and read and gaze out at the view. The staff at reception and the bar were great!
The seating area in the lobby was a welcoming place to sit by the fire and read and gaze out at the view. The staff at reception and the bar were great!
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Kristen
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The good: rooms were clean, plenty of parking, good view of the dam and sunrise, great blackout curtains, ac worked (though noisily), room had a mini fridge and microwave, coffee maker and a few pods. Very kid friendly place - we didn’t get try the pool because it was too cold for our liking but we saw several families out there for a bit. There’s a few really nice looking fire pits with chairs all around and a grill to use as well. The bad: our room was right next to a hallway door and all night long it was very loudly slamming shut from other guests, waking us up repeatedly. A slow close door is a simple fix that would’ve made our stay a solid 5 stars! Our bathroom fan didn’t work. Definitely not a huge issue but when staying in a small room with 4 people, it’s noticeable when its not there. There is no elevator and they had no ground floor rooms available, even for a disabled guest checking in before us. Check in was sloooooow. One person working for a 4pm check in is just not enough. Overall our stay was fairly pleasant and I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again for the price we paid.
The good: rooms were clean, plenty of parking, good view of the dam and sunrise, great blackout curtains, ac worked (though noisily), room had a mini fridge and microwave, coffee maker and a few pods. Very kid friendly place - we didn’t get try the pool because it was too cold for our liking but we saw several families out there for a bit. There’s a few really nice looking fire pits with chairs all around and a grill to use as well. The bad: our room was right next to a hallway door and all night long it was very loudly slamming shut from other guests, waking us up repeatedly. A slow close door is a simple fix that would’ve made our stay a solid 5 stars! Our bathroom fan didn’t work. Definitely not a huge issue but when staying in a small room with 4 people, it’s noticeable when its not there. There is no elevator and they had no ground floor rooms available, even for a disabled guest checking in before us. Check in was sloooooow. One person working for a 4pm check in is just not enough. Overall our stay was fairly pleasant and I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again for the price we paid.
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Brittany
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I would not recommend staying here. The hotel attempted some updates and improvements - but it falls short The rooms are not inviting or warm - the views are terrible (see photo). The rooms and hallway are noisy. The A/C is very loud even on low (see video) and if you then it of so you can sleep then the room gets warm and you still can’t sleep. The room is poorly lit as well. The layout of the hotel with the stairs is very poorly designed. The hotel want even fully booked and they have me a room as far as away from everything as possible and it wasn’t so I could have the nice view. They don’t appear to like to answer their front desk phone, as it rings for a while until you get a person. The staff wasn’t rude, but they also were not friendly. The outdoor hallways/stairwells are very dirty and smelly. The ice machine did not work and the door to the room hallways woodland not fully close - therefore losing the security aspect of the inside doors along with the need for a key - anyone could have gotten in. Also the sink faucet only turned all the way off if you forced it. And unfortunately my phone and watch did not charge during the night because the outlets in the lamp did not work. This was very annoying mainly for my watch not getting charged (my phone I can easily charge in the car.) I would not recommend staying here nor would I stay here again. For the price I expected much better and was very disappointed.
I would not recommend staying here. The hotel attempted some updates and improvements - but it falls short The rooms are not inviting or warm - the views are terrible (see photo). The rooms and hallway are noisy. The A/C is very loud even on low (see video) and if you then it of so you can sleep then the room gets warm and you still can’t sleep. The room is poorly lit as well. The layout of the hotel with the stairs is very poorly designed. The hotel want even fully booked and they have me a room as far as away from everything as possible and it wasn’t so I could have the nice view. They don’t appear to like to answer their front desk phone, as it rings for a while until you get a person. The staff wasn’t rude, but they also were not friendly. The outdoor hallways/stairwells are very dirty and smelly. The ice machine did not work and the door to the room hallways woodland not fully close - therefore losing the security aspect of the inside doors along with the need for a key - anyone could have gotten in. Also the sink faucet only turned all the way off if you forced it. And unfortunately my phone and watch did not charge during the night because the outlets in the lamp did not work. This was very annoying mainly for my watch not getting charged (my phone I can easily charge in the car.) I would not recommend staying here nor would I stay here again. For the price I expected much better and was very disappointed.
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Melanie
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The front desk attendant was so helpful and great to work with! The room was clean and very nice. Pet friendly access and staff!
The front desk attendant was so helpful and great to work with! The room was clean and very nice. Pet friendly access and staff!
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Aaron
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was friendly and the amenities the hotel provides are plentiful and appreciated. Warm and inviting lobby that seemed to be a place people enjoyed utilizing throughout the day. And even fresh baked chocolate chip cookies in the afternoons!
The staff was friendly and the amenities the hotel provides are plentiful and appreciated. Warm and inviting lobby that seemed to be a place people enjoyed utilizing throughout the day. And even fresh baked chocolate chip cookies in the afternoons!
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Debbie
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a nice room overlooking the dam. Parking was easy. When we entered the room, the air condition was on, making it nice and cool for sleep. Coffee was free in the morning before we took off for a 2-hour drive. The staff were friendly both in the morning and in the evening when we checked in. The lobby was comfortable and welcoming. The linens were good and the blinds were sun blocking for sleeping in.
We had a nice room overlooking the dam. Parking was easy. When we entered the room, the air condition was on, making it nice and cool for sleep. Coffee was free in the morning before we took off for a 2-hour drive. The staff were friendly both in the morning and in the evening when we checked in. The lobby was comfortable and welcoming. The linens were good and the blinds were sun blocking for sleeping in.
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Tina
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a lot of luggage so glad to see luggage carts but no way to get down stairs to car. Then found out there is no evelators. Had to drive around back hike over uneven ground to get to our room.
Had a lot of luggage so glad to see luggage carts but no way to get down stairs to car. Then found out there is no evelators. Had to drive around back hike over uneven ground to get to our room.
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Patricia A
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The accommodations are comfortable and clean. Staff friendly and efficient! The only problem encountered was there’s no elevator anywhere on site. I have MS and hiking up and down the stairs was more of a physical challenge than I care to encounter again.
The accommodations are comfortable and clean. Staff friendly and efficient! The only problem encountered was there’s no elevator anywhere on site. I have MS and hiking up and down the stairs was more of a physical challenge than I care to encounter again.
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Kurt
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice bar and pool. Front desk is very helpful.
Very nice bar and pool. Front desk is very helpful.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms very clean, while others reported lapses such as dirty floors, hair in bathrooms, mildew or smoke odors, and, in a few cases, ants or a cockroach. Common areas were sometimes noted as dirty or worn.
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Martin
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pet friendly hotel. Rooms were nice and clean. The bar and restaurant inside the hotel was great.
Pet friendly hotel. Rooms were nice and clean. The bar and restaurant inside the hotel was great.
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Tami
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean and comfortable. I had shampoo but no bathing soap. I made do, so it wasn't that hard to get by. The big issue I had was that I went to take a walk on the trail towards the water and stumbled onto a homeless tent. I ran back to the room and didn't feel safe enough to get out and stretch my legs. Yikes!!!
Room was very clean and comfortable. I had shampoo but no bathing soap. I made do, so it wasn't that hard to get by. The big issue I had was that I went to take a walk on the trail towards the water and stumbled onto a homeless tent. I ran back to the room and didn't feel safe enough to get out and stretch my legs. Yikes!!!
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Kimberly
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
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Ronald
May 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lobby dirty. Room not bad but no hair dryer or coffee maker. No breakfast as stated on reservation
Lobby dirty. Room not bad but no hair dryer or coffee maker. No breakfast as stated on reservation
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Tamara
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were told that breakfast was available in the mornings, and we were also told that a Coffee place “Wasco” would also be available in the mornings. Neither were available when we came down at 7:30 am. I tried to ask, but nobody was available at the desk. When I return to my room, I messaged as a reply to a message that I received from the front desk asking for room service. I received a reply that they would be with me shortly. 10 minutes later, I received another reply, saying they would be with me shortly. To this day, I have not received a reply back. When I wanted to complain, it asked if I wanted to receive a call back, you can see in the picture that I sent asking for a callback, but never received one. The bathtub was dirty and so was the toilet. The best part about the room was the bed. The amount that I spent for two nights was way more than what I received.
We were told that breakfast was available in the mornings, and we were also told that a Coffee place “Wasco” would also be available in the mornings. Neither were available when we came down at 7:30 am. I tried to ask, but nobody was available at the desk. When I return to my room, I messaged as a reply to a message that I received from the front desk asking for room service. I received a reply that they would be with me shortly. 10 minutes later, I received another reply, saying they would be with me shortly. To this day, I have not received a reply back. When I wanted to complain, it asked if I wanted to receive a call back, you can see in the picture that I sent asking for a callback, but never received one. The bathtub was dirty and so was the toilet. The best part about the room was the bed. The amount that I spent for two nights was way more than what I received.
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steve
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room had ants in it. When I told the desk clerk about it at check out her response was oh well they're in a lot of the rooms this building and the whole town of Dallas is built on sand and everyone has ants in the Dalles. I worked as a maintenance engineer for 20 years for a 300 bed hospital. We contracted a pest control company that did routine spraying all around the outside of the building and when there was some kind of a problem inside of the building, we called them and they came out and took care of it right away. There's no excuse for ants in your building, except for?????
Our room had ants in it. When I told the desk clerk about it at check out her response was oh well they're in a lot of the rooms this building and the whole town of Dallas is built on sand and everyone has ants in the Dalles. I worked as a maintenance engineer for 20 years for a 300 bed hospital. We contracted a pest control company that did routine spraying all around the outside of the building and when there was some kind of a problem inside of the building, we called them and they came out and took care of it right away. There's no excuse for ants in your building, except for?????
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Travis
Oct 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The main lobby has been upgraded nicely. The rooms however are done with cheap materials and it feels like it. Shower fan did not work, hair left in shower and drain. Overall the cleanliness was lacking. Also, no elevator.
The main lobby has been upgraded nicely. The rooms however are done with cheap materials and it feels like it. Shower fan did not work, hair left in shower and drain. Overall the cleanliness was lacking. Also, no elevator.
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Jane
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room above us was very noisy with kids. We ignored it but at night it was difficult especially since many rooms were vacant. Why were we placed like this? Our room's floor hadnt recently been cleaned. There was a film on it making your feet dirty. The shower was clean but def needs updating. Thank you for everything.
The room above us was very noisy with kids. We ignored it but at night it was difficult especially since many rooms were vacant. Why were we placed like this? Our room's floor hadnt recently been cleaned. There was a film on it making your feet dirty. The shower was clean but def needs updating. Thank you for everything.
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Erika
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was fine, and staff friendly- There were cockroaches in the bathroom in the morning (second floor)
The room was fine, and staff friendly- There were cockroaches in the bathroom in the morning (second floor)
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Jeremy
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very clean and spacious. Very quite.
The room was very clean and spacious. Very quite.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with many noting remodels, good beds, and river or dam views. Downsides include noisy HVAC/refrigerators, thin walls and slamming doors, limited blackout from blinds, and some older or very basic bathroom fixtures.
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Elizabeth
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous views, lovely renovation and very spacious rooms!
Gorgeous views, lovely renovation and very spacious rooms!
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William
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No carpet to dampen the sound so I Hurd the person above me walking most of the night. Second no drapes just whit blinds covering the window so the lights from the parking lot shined right through the window
No carpet to dampen the sound so I Hurd the person above me walking most of the night. Second no drapes just whit blinds covering the window so the lights from the parking lot shined right through the window
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Kimberly
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
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Mary
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Noise is a problem. Initially I was given a suite on the ground floor but the sound of guests walking non-stop upstairs was too prominent. The staff was nice enough to move me to the second floor in the older wing that had a nicer view of the water. Unfortunately the walls are thin as well, we could hear the couple next door fighting (with some cussing) ‘til 9pm and every slamming of doors at nearby rooms. We left around 7:30am and found some guest did not clean up after their dog’s mess on the staircase. The price is okay but I think I’ll just pay a bit more next time.
Noise is a problem. Initially I was given a suite on the ground floor but the sound of guests walking non-stop upstairs was too prominent. The staff was nice enough to move me to the second floor in the older wing that had a nicer view of the water. Unfortunately the walls are thin as well, we could hear the couple next door fighting (with some cussing) ‘til 9pm and every slamming of doors at nearby rooms. We left around 7:30am and found some guest did not clean up after their dog’s mess on the staircase. The price is okay but I think I’ll just pay a bit more next time.
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James
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful view of The Dalles Dam.
Wonderful view of The Dalles Dam.
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Barbara
Oct 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property was so noisy between the refrigerator firing up every 10 minutes, the in-room heater (even noisier than the refrigerator), freeway noise and some guy dropping a lid on what sounded like an industrial strength dumpster I got almost no sleep. It was a nightmare stay! It also looks like this facility was fairly recently renovated. I can’t understand why you would remove carpet from guest rooms as it provides sound damping properties for the people below you. The guest rooms are all luxury vinyl and you can hear every footstep.
The property was so noisy between the refrigerator firing up every 10 minutes, the in-room heater (even noisier than the refrigerator), freeway noise and some guy dropping a lid on what sounded like an industrial strength dumpster I got almost no sleep. It was a nightmare stay! It also looks like this facility was fairly recently renovated. I can’t understand why you would remove carpet from guest rooms as it provides sound damping properties for the people below you. The guest rooms are all luxury vinyl and you can hear every footstep.
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Mark
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable
The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable
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Cassandra
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The beds were quite comfortable.
The beds were quite comfortable.
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Cheryl
Jan 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a nice view of the dam. Very friendly front desk personnel. Very comfortable bed but very noisy heater.
We had a nice view of the dam. Very friendly front desk personnel. Very comfortable bed but very noisy heater.
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pamela
Jan 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The common area in the hotel is very nice. Breakfast is grab-n-go with convenient items. The hotel has been mostly renovated to be more modern. Simple and clean construction. Nothing fancy but nice. Bathrooms are very basic.
The common area in the hotel is very nice. Breakfast is grab-n-go with convenient items. The hotel has been mostly renovated to be more modern. Simple and clean construction. Nothing fancy but nice. Bathrooms are very basic.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and welcoming across the hotel and restaurant. At times, understaffing leads to slow check-in, limited breakfast service, or less responsive front-desk interactions.
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Cheryl
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was great, friendly, informative. The Portage Grill inside the hotel was excellent. The hostess seated us promptly, the bartender was our waitress (sorry I did not get her name) but she was very attentive and the drinks were excellent. She made a very good Old Fashioned!! The food was excellent, but most of all the service was top notch, only to be topped by the view of the Columbia River/The Dalles Dam! Thank you everyone for a most enjoyable 2-day stay!
Staff was great, friendly, informative. The Portage Grill inside the hotel was excellent. The hostess seated us promptly, the bartender was our waitress (sorry I did not get her name) but she was very attentive and the drinks were excellent. She made a very good Old Fashioned!! The food was excellent, but most of all the service was top notch, only to be topped by the view of the Columbia River/The Dalles Dam! Thank you everyone for a most enjoyable 2-day stay!
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Turrell
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The lobby, restaurant, rooms, and area was beautiful, and it is somewhere we’d love to stay again! The only couple things I’d share is: 1. The tru cleanliness in the room. It looked great and saw how hard they work, but when we put our baby down to crawl, her hands, legs, and feet turned black. It for sure wasn’t moped even close to recently. 2. When I checked out and and waited for someone to show up (being 4am, I get that), I asked for a laundry bag and was told no. Then I asked for a garbage bag (for wet laundry from pool), he looked, then said “couldn’t find one and would have to walk to the hall closet. So I waited to hear and after staring said “so you can check?” He replied “yeah, but it will be a bit”. I was shocked and said I’ll just find something. Was kind of disappointed in the lack of help, so washed the bag from the dinner the night before to hold our things.
The lobby, restaurant, rooms, and area was beautiful, and it is somewhere we’d love to stay again! The only couple things I’d share is: 1. The tru cleanliness in the room. It looked great and saw how hard they work, but when we put our baby down to crawl, her hands, legs, and feet turned black. It for sure wasn’t moped even close to recently. 2. When I checked out and and waited for someone to show up (being 4am, I get that), I asked for a laundry bag and was told no. Then I asked for a garbage bag (for wet laundry from pool), he looked, then said “couldn’t find one and would have to walk to the hall closet. So I waited to hear and after staring said “so you can check?” He replied “yeah, but it will be a bit”. I was shocked and said I’ll just find something. Was kind of disappointed in the lack of help, so washed the bag from the dinner the night before to hold our things.
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Kimberly
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
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Thomas
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The front desk person at both check-in and check-out HATED that we used a "3rd party vendor such as Expedia". This needs to be addressed with their owners!
The front desk person at both check-in and check-out HATED that we used a "3rd party vendor such as Expedia". This needs to be addressed with their owners!
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Denice
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The seating area in the lobby was a welcoming place to sit by the fire and read and gaze out at the view. The staff at reception and the bar were great!
The seating area in the lobby was a welcoming place to sit by the fire and read and gaze out at the view. The staff at reception and the bar were great!
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MARY
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was pretty disappointing. I called the day before to see if I could get early check in because we were going to a memorial. She said they were pretty understaffed and I understood. When we got there, we couldn’t check in early so I changed in the public bathroom. When we returned from the memorial at 4:30, we couldn’t get in our room because they were shortstaffed. We weren’t able to get into our room until 630 when we did the TV didn’t work. We also were unable to get two keys because they didn’t have enough keys to give us to. While the room was clean there just isn’t enough staff to keep this running smoothly.
It was pretty disappointing. I called the day before to see if I could get early check in because we were going to a memorial. She said they were pretty understaffed and I understood. When we got there, we couldn’t check in early so I changed in the public bathroom. When we returned from the memorial at 4:30, we couldn’t get in our room because they were shortstaffed. We weren’t able to get into our room until 630 when we did the TV didn’t work. We also were unable to get two keys because they didn’t have enough keys to give us to. While the room was clean there just isn’t enough staff to keep this running smoothly.
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Leia
Oct 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The recent renovation is beautiful. The staff are friendly and absolutely welcoming upon you're arrival and departure, thank you kindly.
The recent renovation is beautiful. The staff are friendly and absolutely welcoming upon you're arrival and departure, thank you kindly.
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Jonathan
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic check-in, great staff
Fantastic check-in, great staff
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Candance
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel itself was fine . No elevator and the rooms were a long way from the front desk . The restaurant staff was awesome ! The views were beautiful, the rooms were nice ! The staff at the front desk made me feel unwanted and belittled me . If we weren’t here on business and it was vacation I would be super sad they talked to me that way when I was paying my money to stay there !! Hateful ladies ! All of them !
The hotel itself was fine . No elevator and the rooms were a long way from the front desk . The restaurant staff was awesome ! The views were beautiful, the rooms were nice ! The staff at the front desk made me feel unwanted and belittled me . If we weren’t here on business and it was vacation I would be super sad they talked to me that way when I was paying my money to stay there !! Hateful ladies ! All of them !
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Laura
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Television didnt work. The only solution was to move to a different room. Seemed short staffed at common check-in timeframe. Long wait.
Television didnt work. The only solution was to move to a different room. Seemed short staffed at common check-in timeframe. Long wait.
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Location
Set on the Columbia River by the dam on the edge of town, the hotel offers scenic views and easy highway access. Several reviews mention highway or dam noise, the need to drive for more dining, and occasional safety concerns along nearby riverside paths.
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Tamara
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Does not have breakfast included, this is one of the main reasons I went with this site. The first room we were given had no shower curtain in it and fire alarm was chirping in the hallway. The area around the hotel by the river has homeless people camping out and there was a lot of broken glass everywhere.
Does not have breakfast included, this is one of the main reasons I went with this site. The first room we were given had no shower curtain in it and fire alarm was chirping in the hallway. The area around the hotel by the river has homeless people camping out and there was a lot of broken glass everywhere.
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Tami
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean and comfortable. I had shampoo but no bathing soap. I made do, so it wasn't that hard to get by. The big issue I had was that I went to take a walk on the trail towards the water and stumbled onto a homeless tent. I ran back to the room and didn't feel safe enough to get out and stretch my legs. Yikes!!!
Room was very clean and comfortable. I had shampoo but no bathing soap. I made do, so it wasn't that hard to get by. The big issue I had was that I went to take a walk on the trail towards the water and stumbled onto a homeless tent. I ran back to the room and didn't feel safe enough to get out and stretch my legs. Yikes!!!
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Albino
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Customer service is great. Convenience store and restaurant nearby.
Customer service is great. Convenience store and restaurant nearby.
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Dennis
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is east of town but OK. Seems to recently refurbished inside. Landscaping is unimpressive. Be sure you know breakfast is not included and that the “ cafe” in the lobby is not worth considering. Staff were pleasant. Restaurant was fine.
Location is east of town but OK. Seems to recently refurbished inside. Landscaping is unimpressive. Be sure you know breakfast is not included and that the “ cafe” in the lobby is not worth considering. Staff were pleasant. Restaurant was fine.
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James
Oct 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Easy access off Hwy 97
Easy access off Hwy 97
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Rita
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff. Old property has been mostly renovated. Very noisy from interstate and trains. Beautiful views of the dam in back.
Great staff. Old property has been mostly renovated. Very noisy from interstate and trains. Beautiful views of the dam in back.
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Troy
Oct 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Right on the Columbia River
Right on the Columbia River
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Roja Rani
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy access to the scenic spots!
Easy access to the scenic spots!
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Erin
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were there to celebrate my oldest child's graduation. It was a nice trip and not far from the Mary Hill Stonehenge and museum. I loved the view from our room! It was so nice to be able to sit on the deck and watch the river and look at the dam! So many types of birds to watch as well! The staff were amazing and friendly! Unfortunately, there is no elevator and my husband has a bad knee, but he managed to hobble his way up the stairs. That was our fault for not requesting a bottom floor room. Would definitely stay there again and I have been telling my family to look into this hotel if they are ever out that way.
We were there to celebrate my oldest child's graduation. It was a nice trip and not far from the Mary Hill Stonehenge and museum. I loved the view from our room! It was so nice to be able to sit on the deck and watch the river and look at the dam! So many types of birds to watch as well! The staff were amazing and friendly! Unfortunately, there is no elevator and my husband has a bad knee, but he managed to hobble his way up the stairs. That was our fault for not requesting a bottom floor room. Would definitely stay there again and I have been telling my family to look into this hotel if they are ever out that way.
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Ron
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice location next to the river right off the highway. Plenty of parking with a gas station and convenience store next to the hotel. The staff was very polite and helpful.
Nice location next to the river right off the highway. Plenty of parking with a gas station and convenience store next to the hotel. The staff was very polite and helpful.
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Dining
The on-site restaurant and bar earn frequent praise for tasty food, drinks, and views. Breakfast is not included, and morning options via the café or grab-and-go can be limited, closed, or understaffed.
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Cheryl
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was great, friendly, informative. The Portage Grill inside the hotel was excellent. The hostess seated us promptly, the bartender was our waitress (sorry I did not get her name) but she was very attentive and the drinks were excellent. She made a very good Old Fashioned!! The food was excellent, but most of all the service was top notch, only to be topped by the view of the Columbia River/The Dalles Dam! Thank you everyone for a most enjoyable 2-day stay!
Staff was great, friendly, informative. The Portage Grill inside the hotel was excellent. The hostess seated us promptly, the bartender was our waitress (sorry I did not get her name) but she was very attentive and the drinks were excellent. She made a very good Old Fashioned!! The food was excellent, but most of all the service was top notch, only to be topped by the view of the Columbia River/The Dalles Dam! Thank you everyone for a most enjoyable 2-day stay!
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Martin
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pet friendly hotel. Rooms were nice and clean. The bar and restaurant inside the hotel was great.
Pet friendly hotel. Rooms were nice and clean. The bar and restaurant inside the hotel was great.
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Kimberly
Nov 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
The staff and service was excellent and friendly. Our room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. Everything was great. Also, oved the food at the restaurant.
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Dennis
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is east of town but OK. Seems to recently refurbished inside. Landscaping is unimpressive. Be sure you know breakfast is not included and that the “ cafe” in the lobby is not worth considering. Staff were pleasant. Restaurant was fine.
Location is east of town but OK. Seems to recently refurbished inside. Landscaping is unimpressive. Be sure you know breakfast is not included and that the “ cafe” in the lobby is not worth considering. Staff were pleasant. Restaurant was fine.
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William
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Food was good at the restaurant and the staff was especially friendly and helpful. The room was great, but the restaurant is not open for breakfast but they do have a small coffee shop that serves a few different breakfast items. I would stay here again.
Food was good at the restaurant and the staff was especially friendly and helpful. The room was great, but the restaurant is not open for breakfast but they do have a small coffee shop that serves a few different breakfast items. I would stay here again.
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Richard
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was wonderful. The room was clean. The restaurant was so good, reasonably priced and very nice staff. The hotel was very quiet which was really nice. The tv was interesting but once we figured it out it was ok. We would have really liked it if the restaurant had been open for breakfast.
Everything was wonderful. The room was clean. The restaurant was so good, reasonably priced and very nice staff. The hotel was very quiet which was really nice. The tv was interesting but once we figured it out it was ok. We would have really liked it if the restaurant had been open for breakfast.
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Katie
Nov 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The restaurant is amazing and worth the stay alone but the views are a nice bonus!
The restaurant is amazing and worth the stay alone but the views are a nice bonus!
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Cheryl
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was great, parking was easy, front desk staff was friendly and check in was easy. The best park of this hotel was the dining room and the staff! Food was awesome, bartender made a mean Old Fashioned!
The room was great, parking was easy, front desk staff was friendly and check in was easy. The best park of this hotel was the dining room and the staff! Food was awesome, bartender made a mean Old Fashioned!
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Tracy
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
In multiple locations, a full continental breakfast was mentioned as having been included. It was a huge disappointment to learn that it was no longer an option under the new ownership. We only book hotels with breakfast included due to the rising cost of literally everything. Had I known, I would not have chosen this hotel.
In multiple locations, a full continental breakfast was mentioned as having been included. It was a huge disappointment to learn that it was no longer an option under the new ownership. We only book hotels with breakfast included due to the rising cost of literally everything. Had I known, I would not have chosen this hotel.
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Jack
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The grounds around the hotel down towards the river had great asking paths and historic old houses to explore Long walk however from check in to our room and only stairs, no elevator to second floor. On site cafe was very good for dinner, but no breakfast Small coffee shop by check in desk did have lattes for sale and breakfast sandwiches which both were over priced and not very good
The grounds around the hotel down towards the river had great asking paths and historic old houses to explore Long walk however from check in to our room and only stairs, no elevator to second floor. On site cafe was very good for dinner, but no breakfast Small coffee shop by check in desk did have lattes for sale and breakfast sandwiches which both were over priced and not very good
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Darlene
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean. The bed was the most uncomfortable bed I've ever slept on. My body hurt after sleeping on it. The bed also creaked every time you moved slightly. Constantly. You could hear every bed nearby creak and groan. In the hallways there were cobwebs and lots of bugs hanging around the lights. The hotel was conveniently located. The restaurant was pretty nice.
The room was clean. The bed was the most uncomfortable bed I've ever slept on. My body hurt after sleeping on it. The bed also creaked every time you moved slightly. Constantly. You could hear every bed nearby creak and groan. In the hallways there were cobwebs and lots of bugs hanging around the lights. The hotel was conveniently located. The restaurant was pretty nice.
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JIM
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay... A nice cool room with plenty of space and a comfy bed. My only comment, and it's a minor thing, was that the room didn't smell as fresh as it could have. I assume it was because maybe it hadn't been stayed in recently or simply because of the proximity to the river.
Great stay... A nice cool room with plenty of space and a comfy bed. My only comment, and it's a minor thing, was that the room didn't smell as fresh as it could have. I assume it was because maybe it hadn't been stayed in recently or simply because of the proximity to the river.
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Pierre
Aug 8, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Expensive place to stay, room was not cleaned, water marks all over the ceiling. Walls are not sound proof and no privacy. Restaurant's staff is rude, I was disappointed. I would never again set foot in that location.
Expensive place to stay, room was not cleaned, water marks all over the ceiling. Walls are not sound proof and no privacy. Restaurant's staff is rude, I was disappointed. I would never again set foot in that location.
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Nicole
Aug 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was a lot smaller than the picture but it was clean and the staff were very friendly. The food in the restaurant was good though we had a long wait as it was very busy.
The room was a lot smaller than the picture but it was clean and the staff were very friendly. The food in the restaurant was good though we had a long wait as it was very busy.
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Carie
Aug 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed our stay here. It is an old hotel that has been remodeled… But the plumbing is old and we had a hard time getting the shower to work. Also, they got rid of any kind of free breakfast and put in a cafe that sells coffee and muffins. The pool was nice and warm.
We enjoyed our stay here. It is an old hotel that has been remodeled… But the plumbing is old and we had a hard time getting the shower to work. Also, they got rid of any kind of free breakfast and put in a cafe that sells coffee and muffins. The pool was nice and warm.
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 16:00 to 23:59
Before 11:00
FAQs about Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of USD 25, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel has limited wheelchair accessibility, including features like step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
Where is the hotel located in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located in The Dalles, within a 5-minute drive of The Dalles Dam Visitor Center and Sunshine Mill Winery. It is approximately 3 miles from Old St. Peter's Landmark and 3.8 miles from Fort Dalles Museum.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool that is open from June to September.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-09: 125.82288583496094USD
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- 2026-09-21: 114.82661177520752USD
- 2026-09-22: 114.82661177520752USD
- 2026-09-23: 123.8439909401703USD
- 2026-09-24: 123.8439909401703USD
- 2026-09-25: 130.81723877128601USD
- 2026-09-26: 130.81723877128601USD
- 2026-09-27: 116.84174814941407USD
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- 2026-10-10: 121.82160804618836USD
- 2026-10-11: 125.12143870567323USD
- 2026-10-12: 119.8137181917572USD
- 2026-10-13: 123.82949790061951USD
- 2026-10-14: 123.82949790061951USD
- 2026-10-15: 121.82885456596375USD
- 2026-10-16: 118.12297014396668USD
- 2026-10-17: 117.84206981674195USD
- 2026-10-18: 118.06350605522157USD
- 2026-10-19: 121.82885456596375USD
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- 2026-10-21: 118.82064304420472USD
- 2026-10-22: 124.82256416763306USD
- 2026-10-23: 108.83193717155457USD
- 2026-10-24: 112.8332238408661USD
- 2026-10-25: 117.83482329696656USD
- 2026-10-26: 121.82885456596375USD
- 2026-10-27: 118.82064304420472USD
- 2026-10-28: 122.80742779342653USD
- 2026-10-29: 122.82192971351624USD
- 2026-10-30: 108.83193717155457USD
- 2026-10-31: 113.84079202796937USD
- 2026-11-01: 110.09324899780275USD
- 2026-11-02: 113.84079202796937USD
- 2026-11-03: 113.84079202796937USD
- 2026-11-04: 114.82661177520752USD
- 2026-11-05: 109.83225883888245USD
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- 2026-11-07: 105.83098105010987USD
- 2026-11-08: 109.83225883888245USD
- 2026-11-09: 110.83982702598573USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
A damage deposit of USD 200.00 will be collected before check-in.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- The seasonal pool will be open from June to September.
- Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Room Service
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Picnic Area/Tables
Family Room
Beach Sun Loungers
Fence Around Pool
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Business Center
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
ATM / Cash Machine
Luggage Storage
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Activities
Swimming pool
Billiards
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor heated pool
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Fitness Center (nearby)
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Free Parking
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Internet
Free Wi-Fi