11 Best Hotels in Eastern Oregon, Oregon

This cozy 1920s Craftsman bungalow on the south end of downtown Joseph is along Main Street, a short walk from local shops and restaurants; it's surrounded by perennial gardens laced with pathways and containing a bocce court and picnic area. Three rooms with period antiques are on the second floor, and an expansive suite—popular with honeymooners—is on the ground floor and has a private entrance, double whirlpool tub, steam shower, and gas fireplace.

Built in 1889, the stately Geiser Grand sits like the dowager duchess of Main Street, her cupola clock tower cutting a sharp figure against a wide Baker City sky—the Italianate Renaissance Revival beauty was once known as the finest hotel between Portland and Salt Lake City, though today it's showing its age. That said, the rooms still have those 14-foot ceilings, old-fashioned transoms above the door, and 10-foot-tall windows. But of all the fascinating features, it's the custom-built stained-glass ceiling in hues of green, blue, purple, and red that takes center stage. The fact that it was created from photographs and an old timer's memory makes it even more astounding. There's a lively saloon and a restaurant serving decent (if predictable) traditional American fare.

This three-story 1920 redbrick hotel anchors the small town of Condon. The spacious rooms are done with 1920s- and '30s-era antiques alongside contemporary touches like wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, hair dryers, and coffeemakers. The Buckhorn Saloon, open nightly except Sunday and Monday, serves regional wines, craft brews, classic cocktails, and a nice selection of bistro food, from classic bar snacks to burgers made with Painted Hill natural beef. This is a great option for visitors exploring the Clarno (35 miles south) and Painted Hills (60 miles south) sections of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument.

This charming inn just outside downtown Joseph on the way to Wallowa Lake is warm and welcoming, with cozy, contemporary rooms that are uniquely decorated and named after places the owners have lived and traveled, gorgeous flower- and herb-filled grounds, and several spacious outdoor decks with heaters for year-round use. Some rooms, like the Mount Tomanivi, have stunning views of the Wallowa Mountains. Of the eight rooms, two sets of two rooms can be combined to make suites; as standalone rooms they share adjacent full and half bathrooms. The other four rooms have private bathrooms and sitting areas; some have bunk beds or a sofabed and sleep up to 4, making them convenient for families or groups. The shared main floor lounge has a rustic lodge feel with comfortable seating, massive fireplace, large dining table, and library with books, puzzles, and games. There's a mini-refrigerator and microwave for guest use, and complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, and snacks. Though the owners are avid outdoor adventurers and enthusiastically share tips about getting outside to take in all the stunning natural wonders nearby, their inn also provides a relaxing, cozy place to chill out inside with a good book, a glass of wine, or a nap on the extra-comfortable beds. 

This gorgeous, 6,000-square-foot pink stucco home in Pendleton's North Hill neighborhood dates to 1917 and abounds with handsome decorative details, including Chinese silk wallpaper and custom woodwork; it's a grand reminder that the Old West had its share of wealth and worldly sophistication. The rooms are quite lavish, some with original fireplaces and French doors leading to Juliet-style balconies. Gourmet breakfasts might include eggs Benedict with prosciutto, toasted pecan-and-cranberry-stuffed French toast, or soufflé frittata ramekins.

Situated on a sweeping mesa 6 miles southeast of downtown Pendleton, this contemporary hotel at Wildhorse Resort (operated by the Umatilla tribe) offers plenty of perks even if you're not a gamer, including spacious, modern rooms, a slew of amenities, and a completely smoke-free environment. Rooms are in two different buildings: the stylish 10-story tower building completed in 2011 as part of a $45-million expansion has spacious and attractive rooms. The older courtyard building's rooms are more economical but small and very dated; the building is slated for replacement with a new 200-room tower in the near future. On-site draws include the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute museum, one of the largest casinos in the state, several restaurants and bars, a concert hall, and an acclaimed 18-hole golf course. A $26-million expansion in 2020 added a "Family FunPlex" with a 24-lane bowling alley, food court, arcade, and drop-off child care center. Plan ahead with a reservation for dinner at the fine dining restaurant Plateau, which features several entrees that include Pendleton whisky, including pepper-crusted New York strip steak and pork chops glazed with the whisky. Don't miss the delicious desserts that change by the season but might include cheesecake, creme brulee, chocolate mousse cake, and housemade ice cream.

An old, rundown motel was reborn in 2022 as a hip motor lodge with attractive, minimalist rooms in black-and-white decor, supercomfortable beds, big-screen streaming TVs, and cool amenities—including a year-round hot tub and Pendleton Whisky barrel sauna. There's convenient parking right outside your room and downtown is just a 5-minute walk. While there are no eateries on site, rooms have mini-fridges for stashing your snacks and beverages. Off-season rates can be below $100, making this an affordable getaway for a no-frills but very comfortable stay. 

The region's most attractive and best-maintained hotel, this reliable chain property has spacious rooms, all with large sitting areas with work desks and sofas. A free hot breakfast, as well as an evening reception with appetizers and drinks adds value, and the hotel is right in the heart of downtown.

From the outside, this lodge on Main Street is constructed like many others built in eastern Oregon during the timber boom of the late 1920s, using wood from the original mines' construction. Inside, the wood mingles with walls of deep blues and reds, reflecting a clean, homespun beauty. Thirteen assorted rooms of varying decor and size are available in the lodge and the adjacent structures called the Blue Dog and The Yellow House. The standalone Main Shack is Halfway's oldest standing building and has a tree growing out of one side and a separate bunk room for kids. You can "rock out" in high-backed wicker rocking chairs on the porches, or take a swing on the hammock. Rather than an alarm clock, Pine Valley's wake-up call alerts the nose instead of the ears with homemade scones; the innkeepers serve up a hearty full breakfast to fuel guests for the day's outdoor adventures.

This friendly 1920s lodge offers simple yet appealing rooms (the grandest have balconies facing the lake) plus knotty-pine cabins, some with fireplaces and lake views, and all with kitchens. The on-site restaurant serves standard American fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while the main lodge features a large common area with handmade replicas of the structure's original furniture and a massive fireplace.

From boardinghouse to bordello to affordable and historic inn, this refurbished 1890s edifice owned and operated by Pendleton Underground Tours advertises its "Old West Comfort" with a large vertical sign hanging from the side of the building. Exposed-brick walls and 18-foot ceilings run throughout, and a generous dose of Victorian antiques recall the building's original time period. Guests have use of a common full kitchen and dining room.