Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site. Limited parking is provided, and no reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific features may vary, and guests are encouraged to inquire for detailed information.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Independence, Oregon, on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Western Oregon University and Eola Hills Wine Cellars. It is approximately 11.4 miles from Salem Hospital and 12 miles from Left Coast Cellars.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

The Independence Hotel in Independence, USA

Average nightly price at The Independence Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$183
February	$152
March	$168
April	$143
May	$160
June	$193
July	$214
August	$188
September	$176
October	$176
November	$179
December	$164

What guests think

Across many reviews, The Independence Hotel stands out for clean, spacious rooms, friendly staff, and a scenic riverfront location that’s walkable to downtown, while feedback on breakfast and the on-site restaurant is mixed, with occasional shortages or closures.

Facilities like a rooftop patio, private-reservation hot tub, loaner bikes, and EV chargers are appreciated, though some guests noted hot tub scheduling or temperature issues and occasional parking limits or rooftop bar closures. A few reviews mention noise between rooms and small design quirks such as motion-sensor bathroom lights or sliding doors without locks. Expect a modern, peaceful riverside stay with strong fundamentals and occasional dining or amenity hiccups.

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Facilities

Guests praise the rooftop patio, private-reservation hot tub, loaner bikes, EV chargers, and riverfront common areas. Some report hot tub scheduling or temperature frustrations, limited parking, occasional equipment or laundry issues, or rooftop/bar closures.

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Carmen

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff and clean room. Loved staying right on the river. Hot Tub reservations are for only 30 min at a time, but it's private and part of the stay cost. The restaurant menu is limited, but one of the only places with a variety of options in the area. We were able to order for a family of 4 for 60-100 on any given night of our stay. Warning - the hotel puts a hold for the entire cost of the stay plus the 50 deposit on your credit card. So, when you check out, you might need over double the amount of your stay available to complete check out. The staff is very understanding of this practice and will work with you to make sure the amount clears after the initial preauthorization drops off. The highlight of our stay was the staff overall. Everyone is friendly and accommodating. You really have to love this hotel to stay here. There isn't much around within 30 minutes of the drive to do or explore other than the river (which can be calming if it's what you are looking for). Very serene and peaceful for a solo or couples stay. There is a playground for kids right off the property if you do decide to make it a family trip.

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Heather

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel. Everything was tastefully done, spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed having the restaurant on site with a choice for sitting outside with a view of the river or inside, also with a view. Their hot tub is by reservation only, so we were able to enjoy it by ourselves for a half hour. Have not had that option before and liked it a lot. The location worked well for our day trip to Monmouth the next day.

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Holly

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved getting away from the freeway to this peaceful location. The riverfront setting is beautiful. The small town was fun to wander. The room was small but very comfy. The high ceiling made it feel spacious. The private hot tub, available to reserve, was wonderful!

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Celeste

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I feel honored to have stayed in your Beautiful Hotel. It was close to family while visiting. The rooms were decorated so uniquely. Cool vibe ! The roof top was awesome! We even had a bottle of wine that we received unexpectedly! The staff was excellent! The breakfast was just right! Next visit, I am digging out that swim suit! Gonna check out the hot tub! Also, gonna check out the gym too! Thank you for everything

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Travis

Jan 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hot-tub - reservations and the hottub itself wasnt very warm I give it a 9/10 - docked 1 point for the hottub

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Meri

Aug 27, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Next time we will request a better room...there are beautiful rooms,but we thought we were just getting a walk in shower,not an ADA room, which really did not suit our needs. Also looking forward to a beautiful evening on the rooftop bar,but no amenties there..had to carry your own food and beverage if you went up there.

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Marcus A

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful views of the river. Nice rooftop area to watch the sunset and have a drink.

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Samantha

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel, is clean, rooms are clean, spacious with comfortable decor, the staff are friendly and accommodating. Amenities include a fitness center, hot tub that must be reserved, there’s also a restaurant with view of the Willamette river. I truly appreciate the convenience of the property having guest laundry that, which is a nice privilege. I hope it continues, however, some guests abuse the situation, by not “at the very least” removing the dryer filter lint, even better completely cleaning the lint filter and removing any leftover debris in the dryer drum. Another issue is the guests overfilling washers/dryers.

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Debra

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Love this hotel. Have stayed here many times over the past 3 years. Hotel location is gorgeous! Very clean comfy rooms. Restaurant has changed and has very few food choices at this time but breakfast remains delicious. One point of irritation, we needed to wash some clothes - nice clean machines, but the hotel had NO quarters. It’s a very small town so options are limited. Figured it out but…inconvenient Otherwise love this hotel

10

Richard

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff , the hotel was very clean .They have the chargers for the Electric cars. Roof top viewing area with bar open on weekends

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe the hotel and rooms as very clean and well maintained. A few isolated issues were noted, but overall standards are praised.

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Guadalupe

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Safe area and many activities to explore. Staff was friendly and helpful. House keeping missed some animal poop in our room which was a bit frustrating. Previous guests should clean up after their pets. Front desk took care of the issue swiftly.

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Brandon

Aug 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and quiet!

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Stephanie

Sep 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great stay. The room was very clean with cute touches and the bed comfortable.

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Magda

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Clean rooms, private, quiet area.

10

Kashia

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were so spacious and beautiful. The area has stunning views, the hotel was clean and quiet, I would stay here again.

10

GERALD

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

CLEAN

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John

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked how clean and orderly this hotel was. Also, the beds were really comfy!

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katie

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, staff were friendly and helpful, restaurant dinner was very good. The breakfast wasn’t great, not much more than continental. There were “cheap” biscuits and gravy, wish they were better, and I wish there had been scrambled eggs and bacon/sausage. Very nice location on the river. I would stay here again but go elsewhere for breakfast.

10

Gerald

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I consistently stay at The Independence when I'm the area. The rooms are large and always clean. The staff are friendly. The breakfast and lounge area is welcome.

10

scott

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great setting. Very clean!

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Rooms

Rooms are modern and spacious with comfortable beds, many offering balconies or river views. Some guests note noise between rooms and minor design quirks like motion-sensor bathroom lights, sliding doors without locks, or occasional AC/TV issues.

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Dyanne

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great stay! Loved my room which was a 1 bd apt. The view from my bedroom window was the Willamette River.

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John

Mar 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great except the sliding bathroom doors that you can’t lock.

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Kashia

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were so spacious and beautiful. The area has stunning views, the hotel was clean and quiet, I would stay here again.

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Luis

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pictures promoted for the room showed the Willamette River. The room we were put in was the opposite side. That’s false advertisement. The AC in the room had to be manually changed in order for it to get colder. On a hot day, that seems a little ridiculous. Our overall stay was ok but if anyone is planning on going, make sure you ask what room you will be getting and another piece of advice, make sure you ask the staff to get your room temperature lowered before you get up there because it is locked to the general public.

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Angelia

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stellar stay!!! Loved the comfort in this hotel. Booked a corner suite, for extra space... loved all the windows, kitchen, bathroom, and beds were so comfy. Will definitely stay here again! Oh, and don't forget the cookies in the lobby, YUM! And the osprey's on the roof. Plus the live web cam.. so fun!

10

Mary

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property. Comfortable bed. Great view from our balcony overlooking the river. Easy to walk around the town of Independence. The restaurant in the hotel was great.

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Don

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was more than I expected, clean, modern and with great view. Staff were very friendly and kind.

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georgene

Mar 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Positives: The location & view was great. Negatives: No towel rack (s) No blackout curtains that fit windows (bright light complete top, bottom and 3 sides)! Blanket does not fit king bed (doubt if it would fit a queen)! Bathroom light comes on automatically...be sure & wear blinders if you get up in the middle of the night! Bathroom fan runs constantly, cannot shut off!! Very bright red LED light on thermastate at night.

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Robert

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

No where to hand up Robes or towels. Bath room lights were on a motion detector, and actuated the lights as you walked in from a darkened room. Way, way bright. Blinded so badly, couldn’t see your way back to bed. Food at restaurant was sub par.

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Damien

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is well maintained and clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. The room (king suite) was odd. It really isn’t a suite, more like a single room with an oddly large foyer. My only real complaint was the noise audible from the next room. There seemed to be no noise insulation. A little after midnight were awakened by an upset infant and its mother attending. It was though they were sitting right next to the bed. Rather surreal.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with many positive shout-outs. A minority report lapses such as unwelcoming check-in, slow breakfast refills, or event-related communication issues.

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Lynsey

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Poor customer service from check in, to breakfast staff, to even post-check out when so called about a left-behind item.

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CHERYL

Mar 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property and right in town. The only disappointment we when we checked in the person at the front desk was not extremely helpful or welcoming. We had dinner there our second night. Our first wait staff looked annoyed that we wanted another drink but the other bartender was wonderful!

10

Scott

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Service was great property was top-notch.

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Carrie

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The night manager at the front desk was the best!

6

James

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here following a family death event and had planned on closing out the evening with family in the restaurant and bar. We were informed the bar and restaurant was being used for an event. That is fine, but we would have made another arrangement if this had been shared in advance.

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Matthew

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I travel often for work. I typically stay in Hyatt or Hilton or Marriott. Traveling to Western Oregon University for this trip and found the independence hotel. I am blown away by the quality, cleanliness, thoughtfulness and service. A really exceptional experience. Highly recommended.

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Greg

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk was not super helpful when checking in. The room wasn't ready on time and we were told to just "be patient" as though we did something wrong, instead of just apologetic, which would have been fine. We had to wait an extra 20 minutes after our check in time of 3:00 PM. Claudia was great later on and helped out one of my guests, she was awesome. Overall it was an alright stay, but just did not start off great.

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Holly

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was so pleasantly surprised by the room and friendly staff. This is really the only hotel in this tiny town and it was a “staycation” to come see a concert in the park. It’s been a very long time that hotel staff both mentioned and recognized my VIP Expedia status. The young man who checked us in was clearly trained well and provided GREAT customer service. We were given a bottle of wine as VIP member and the room we were given was great! Liked our stay and will be back. Not sure why the hotel has such a low star rating. I will warn you, the hotel restaurant and bar will close early or unannounced if they don’t have any business, so plan ahead for that. They might not be open as expected.

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Gerald

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I consistently stay at The Independence when I'm the area. The rooms are large and always clean. The staff are friendly. The breakfast and lounge area is welcome.

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Suzanne

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was out of most items, including coffee by 8:00 a.m. there were only a few scraps of cold scrambled eggs, and cold potatoes. It took 25 minutes to refill hot foods, fruit and coffee while guests waited around in a line. When I expressed to the the front desk person that the hotel needs to improve planning, this was met with an unwillingness to take ownership on behalf of the hotel, a "not my job" response. Upon my check out, the same person was at the buffet getting food with other employees and returned to the front desk chewing food and was fairly dismissive in processing my room check out. Overall, the rooms are nice, but the service today did not match the 9.4 rating I saw while making the reservation.

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Location

Scenic riverfront setting next to a park and trail, with an easy walk to downtown shops and restaurants; convenient for visits to WOU and nearby Salem. Generally quiet and peaceful.

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Ronny

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean with a great view of the river.

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Wajiha

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is so welcoming, friendly and kind! They were so helpful to us with any questions we had while here. The hotel is right off the river, walking trail and in walking distance to the quaint little town with shopping and dining options. The hotel facilities are wonderful as well.

10

Scott

Nov 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Independence is centrally located in town and right on the river. The room was nice and clean as was the rest of the hotel. Breakfast was included and had several good choices.

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Linh

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s a newer hotel . Nice and clean . Great Location.

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Steven

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Walking trails and breakfast by the river

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Karen

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Independence Hotel is an upscale hotel walkable to Independence’s historic downtown. It sits right on the river walk and has great fires from the rooms along the back and the rooftop viewing lounge. The breakfast was plentiful, varied, and delicious. I also enjoyed a glass of local wine in the bar/restaurant and although I didn’t order food, what I saw on the menu and on other tables looked yummy. I appreciate all the sustainable features and commitment to reducing plastic waste and disposables. My daughter goes to college nearby and I will definitely return to The Independence on future visits.

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Mary

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property. Comfortable bed. Great view from our balcony overlooking the river. Easy to walk around the town of Independence. The restaurant in the hotel was great.

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Zoé

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful view of the river, and great access to both the town and river.

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katie

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, staff were friendly and helpful, restaurant dinner was very good. The breakfast wasn’t great, not much more than continental. There were “cheap” biscuits and gravy, wish they were better, and I wish there had been scrambled eggs and bacon/sausage. Very nice location on the river. I would stay here again but go elsewhere for breakfast.

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Kristi

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room had a great view of the river, and the park. It was so handy to have access to events in and around the riverfront, the park, shopping, and was walkable to everything in Independence. Such a cute town. The service was top notch and the amenities were wonderful - hot tub, room, access, parking. We loved it!

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Dining

Breakfast and the on-site restaurant receive mixed feedback: some call them delicious or top-notch, while others find the breakfast limited, slow to be refilled, or the restaurant menu/availability constrained or closed for events.

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Greg

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was excellent with exception of the breakfast experience. We should have just left and ate at McDonalds.

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Cynthia

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The breakfast didn't have a variety. It was the same thing same choices to eat every day and some days it wouldn't get refilled.

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James

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed here following a family death event and had planned on closing out the evening with family in the restaurant and bar. We were informed the bar and restaurant was being used for an event. That is fine, but we would have made another arrangement if this had been shared in advance.

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katie

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, staff were friendly and helpful, restaurant dinner was very good. The breakfast wasn’t great, not much more than continental. There were “cheap” biscuits and gravy, wish they were better, and I wish there had been scrambled eggs and bacon/sausage. Very nice location on the river. I would stay here again but go elsewhere for breakfast.

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Rod

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic hotel for a great price. Breakfast was ok but for free, no complaints. Staff was amazing. So nice & welcoming. Will 100% stay here in the future.

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Richard

Mar 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed 3 days and it was a fantastic comfortable clean quiet stay! The on site restaurant has a limited menu but everything was delicious. Breakfast was also excellent!

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Robert

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

No where to hand up Robes or towels. Bath room lights were on a motion detector, and actuated the lights as you walked in from a darkened room. Way, way bright. Blinded so badly, couldn’t see your way back to bed. Food at restaurant was sub par.

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Heather

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself is excellent. The rooms are great, the hot tub is great. The one thing that they need to figure out is breakfast. You have to allow yourself a lot of extra time because they always run out of food and you end up having to wait a while for it. The coffee runs out also.

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Karen

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I stay at the Independence once a year while taking my daughter to college. It is a lovely hotel with spacious, clean rooms in a quiet and beautiful setting. It is walkable to shops and restaurants and the small town of Independence and adjacent Monmouth are charming. If I have any complaints, it is with the continental breakfast which is subpar. It is quite limited and has almost no gluten free options. The quality also seems lacking. I have dined at the restaurant for dinner twice and was not too impressed with the food or service. It makes for a wonderful spot to get a drink before going elsewhere for dinner. All in all, the hotel itself is one of the nicer places to stay in the area and is safe, convenient, and clean. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are quiet.

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Julio Gomez

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was amazing here!

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Adapted Deluxe 2 Queen Shower Only)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Osprey Adapted Executive King Suite with River)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe 2 Queen with Tub Shower Combo)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Deluxe King with River View Balcony -)

Deluxe Room (Adapted Deluxe King with Balcony-Shower O)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, River View (Master Suite with Riverview Balcony A)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Corner (Corner Junior Suite with 2 Queen Beds)

Deluxe Room (Deluxe King with Shower Only)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View (Deluxe 2 Queen Riverview with Showe)

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Willamette King Executive Suite Riv)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Park View (Van Duzer King Suite with Parkview )

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe 2 Queen Shower Only)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Osprey Executive King Suite with Rive)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View (Eola-Amity King Suite Riverview Wrap )

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