255 Best Hotels in Washington, USA

With an enviable location overlooking the Chewuch River and just a stone's throw from Winthrop's quirky shops and eateries, this small compound of one- to three-bedroom cabins with kitchens—and in most cases hot tubs and river views—is a terrific find and a great value. These contemporary cabins are simply but cheerfully furnished and all have the comforts of home, such as reliable Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and pots, pans, and cooking utensils.

This sprawling resort, with several types of accommodations ranging from historic hotel rooms to luxurious contemporary waterfront suites, occupies the site of the lime works that made John S. McMillin his fortune in the late 19th century. Rooms in historic Hotel de Haro are filled with notable antiques, like the claw-foot tub where actor John Wayne used to soak. Posh suites in the McMillin House and Quarryman Hall have fireplaces, heated bathroom floors, and panoramic water views from a private veranda. The beachside Company Town Cottages, once the homes of lime-company employees, have rustic exteriors but modern interiors. Elsewhere are contemporary condos with fireplaces; some have lofts and water views. Walking trails thread through the resplendent gardens and the old lime quarries, an elegant spa offers a full slate of treatments, and several atmospheric restaurants serve food at a range of price points.

Built on (and into) ancient basalt cliffs 900 feet above the Columbia River, this resort's 15 cliff houses, 12 cavern rooms, and inn are all designed to blend into the natural environment and offer casually elegant, comfortable accommodations with fireplaces, soaking tubs, and other luxuries. For a glamping experience, there are luxury yurts on the hillside. Privately owned lake houses and condos can also be rented through the resort if you need more space or privacy. Tendrils restaurant highlights local produce and Northwest beef and seafood, complemented by Washington wines. There's a wood fired pizza open seasonally and available for take-out; cauliflower crust is an option. A pleasant spa offers an array of treatments, and the river views are stunning from the seasonal outdoor pool. Formerly the Cave B Inn, the new owners have not just renamed the resort but also are offering weekly live music and opportunities for guests to be active outdoors, such as free guided snowshoe tours.

The stunning, chalet-style lodge—which you may recognize from the opening credits of Twin Peaks—sits dramatically over Snoqualmie Falls and offers a slew of creature comforts, including plush rooms with gas fireplaces, window seats or balconies, and a first-rate spa with sauna, steam room, and soaking tubs. Several rooms have partial or full views of the gorgeous cascades, while others have a river panorama. The elegant Dining Room has an eclectic menu (lamb shank ragout, pan-seared Columbia River steelhead, and many dishes using honey produced by on-site bees) and sumptuous breakfasts, and the cozy yet stylish Attic bistro offers fine Northwest wines, craft cocktails, and wood-fired pizzas.

A white picket fence and lovely gardens surround a Victorian hotel that's been operating continuously since it opened in 1896, and today it offers distinctly decorated rooms full of fresh flowers, handsome antiques, fine-art prints, wrought-iron beds, and vintage wardrobes. Some rooms have classic clawfoot tubs and either shared or private balconies. The Shelburne Pub has a dark wooden interior and a contemporary Pacific Northwestern menu focused heavily on seafood. Homemade pastries and specialty desserts feature fresh local ingredients.

Opened in 2021 in the city's dynamic and newly developed waterfront neighborhood just south of Point Defiance Park, this upscale mid-rise with spacious contemporary rooms and an excellent restaurant offers seaside relaxation and views yet proximity to a large city. Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, wet bars, and large walk-in showers. Copper & Salt Northwest Kitchen serves well-crafted regional fare, and Spa Serein offers a full slate of soothing body treatments. Don't confuse this property with the older, but still quite nice, Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma Waterfront, which is a couple of miles southeast, closer to downtown.

Tacoma's lone waterfront hotel juts out into the bay along picturesque Ruston Way and the historic Old Town. Contemporary rooms and even swankier suites with plush carpets, overstuffed chairs, cozy fireplaces, and corner hot tubs look out over Commencement Bay and the boardwalk marina area. Aside from glossy bay vistas, rooms have microwaves, refrigerators, 55-inch flat-screen TVs, and Aveda bath products.

This warm, woodsy lodge on an expansive, verdant swath of forest and meadows impresses with a multitude of windows overlooking the surrounding mountains and Gorge, an outstanding array of recreational facilities, and handsome, Pacific Northwest–chic accommodations, many with fireplaces and all with views. The upscale-rustic interior features Montana-slate tiles, Native American artwork, and an immense wood-burning fireplace. "Skamania" is the Chinook word for "swift water," and the lodge's 175 acres are just a stone's throw from the Columbia River. Facilities include a well-respected 18-hole golf course, 4 miles of hiking trails, a large indoor pool, a 1-mile fitness loop, a grass volleyball court, outdoor tennis court, and a dramatic zip line course with commanding views of the Gorge. Staff will pack you a lunch if you're going out for the day. The Waterleaf Spa and Fitness Center offers a full slate of soothing treatments, and the resort's two restaurants offer some of the top dining experiences in the region.

Featuring a converted 1937 schoolhouse and a ring of sleek cabins set around a spa and bathhouse, this stylish but unpretentious Scandinavian-inspired compound is a perfect base for hiking, wine touring, and chilling out on the Washington side of the Columbia Gorge. Like its sister property in Portland, the Society offers budget-friendly hostel accommodations in smartly designed group bunk rooms as well as private rooms with shared baths, but the gorgeous cedar cabins are a great fit if you're looking for something a bit swankier, as they have nicely outfitted kitchenettes and covered patios with hammocks and picnic tables. In addition to the bathhouse with wet-spa facilities and massage rooms, the inviting and ample common spaces include a large lobby-library lounge and a café serving espresso drinks, cocktails, and light food.

From the huge exterior mural by artist Shepard Fairey to the gorgeous graphic wallpaper inspired by nearby Pike Place Market, every inch of this hip boutique hotel is eye candy, including stylish rooms with sleek, tiled rain showers, an eclectic and welcoming lobby, and vibrant Ben Paris bar and restaurant, where neighborhood locals are as likely to hang out as tourists. Tributes to Seattle's creative side and the city's movers and shakers can be found throughout, from the featured portraits on guestroom walls to the back wall of the lobby covered in repurposed doorknobs from the building's former medical offices. The rooftop terrace with views over Elliot Bay is a serious bonus to take in the scenery, hidden away from the crowds of Pike Place.

In a forest setting a mile from the Nisqually entrance of Mt. Rainier National Park, Stormking features four luxury cabins for adults; all are shaped like yurts and have cozy gas fireplaces, hot tubs, private outdoor seating areas, and natural finishes of wood and stone. The on-site spa offers massage and treatments for individuals and couples.

Comprising six airy, high-ceilinged modern cabins with stylish kitchenettes, indoor-outdoor geothermal soaking tubs, and expansive decks, this 100-acre woodland hideaway is ideal for a restorative retreat in nature—within moments of your arrival, you'll probably notice your blood pressure abating. This a cabin-rental complex rather than a hotel per se, as there's no lobby or common facilities, but that also means you'll enjoy total privacy throughout your stay. Downtown Stevenson is a 10-minute drive, and there's plenty of great hiking nearby. 

This 1917 mansion, set amid 10 acres of gardens, offers elegant, well-appointed rooms filled with art and antiques. Gazebos overlooking the river are perfect settings for enjoying a glass of wine. A couple of rooms feature sleigh beds, and all enjoy picturesque views of the grounds and natural scenery.

This cozy complex just across from downtown overlooks the marina on one side and Grays Harbor on the other. The contemporary cabins have full kitchens, queen beds as well as trundle beds (making these great for small families), and small decks overlooking the water, many with jetted tubs. There's fishing right outside your door, and it's a short walk to the beach at Westport Light State Park.

Lush gardens surround this Victorian-style inn, and the elegantly decorated interior features a river-rock fireplace and extends to spacious guest rooms done with luxe fabrics and polished wood accents. Suites have fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and private decks or balconies. Breakfast is served in the large, restaurant-style dining room. 

Timbers salvaged from a 19th-century warehouse are rustic counterpoints to sleek, modern design in this elegant spa hotel in the heart of Woodinville wine country. A stone fireplace dominates the lobby, and contemporary Native American prints and sculptures by local artists are spread throughout. Each large, elegant guest room has a gas-lighted stone fireplace and an oversize soaking tub. Wander the beautifully landscaped grounds, or pay a visit to the excellent on-site spa, which features beauty and rejuvenating treatments, as well as a hydrotherapy pool in a secluded courtyard. The hotel's Barking Frog restaurant is well-liked, while Fireside Cellars, Willows Lodge's casual lounge, often features live music and makes a relaxing spot to sip local wine after a day spent biking through the Eastside.

With an appealing, scenic setting on a marina 4 miles north of downtown Bellevue, this contemporary boutique spa hotel is a popular roost for those seeking a relaxing waterfront getaway close to Seattle, Woodinville, and the Cascade foothills. Rooms are spacious and have soothing earth-tone color schemes and top-of-the-line bath amenities. Three very good restaurants are in or adjacent to the hotel, including the popular waterfront French bistro, Le Grand, and you can rent kayaks, Jet Skis, and other boats from the on-site marina. 

The stunning North Cascades and all its attractions are the stars of this outdoor-oriented resort replete with luxurious accommodations, spectacular mountain views, and a range of activities that make it a year-round destination, whether the peaks are covered in snow or wildflowers. The property offers outdoor pools and hot tubs, tennis courts, 100 miles of hiking, horseback riding, boating on Patterson Lake, and skiing trails. The Mt. Gardner and Mt. Robinson buildings provide the best accommodations, with fireplaces and private patios or balconies. Spacious luxury cabins skirting the shores of Lake Patterson are also available and are pet-friendly. The upscale Dining Room serves fine Pacific Northwest fare, while Wolf Creek Bar and Grill is more casual.

Operated by the Jamestown S'Kallam Tribe and containing its popular casino, this five-story hotel has some of the most stylish and contemporary accommodations on the peninsula—rooms are at least 400 square feet and feature floor-to-ceiling windows and local tribal artwork. Although it draws plenty of fans of gaming, the hotel is a convenient choice for all, set on U.S. 101 right by Sequim Bay State Park and offering a pretty good restaurant and—a short drive down the road—an extensive market and deli. Play-and-stay packages include a round of golf at the tribal-owned Cedars at Dungeness Golf Course, a few miles away.

The front door of this sleek boutique hotel leads directly out to the Vancouver Waterfront Trail, Vancouver Landing Amphitheater, and the growing collection of restaurants, wineries, and shops that make up the city's bustling and beautifully designed riverfront. Common amenities include a well-equipped fitness center, a kitchen and a lounge where you can order breakfast or light tapas and drinks into the evening.

A mile from Mt. Rainier's Nisqually entrance, this ideally located lodging comprises a grand 1912 building with vintage furnishings and two adjacent guesthouses. Rates include a hearty breakfast. Stroll out back to view verdant gardens and the deck extending over the trout pond.

This small resort with family-friendly amenities feels remote yet is very close to Mt. Rainier's Sunrise entrance and Crystal Mountain Ski Resort; suites feature fireplaces and full kitchens, and the property has a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, sports field, and a recreation center. The 23 suites are in three chalet-style buildings. Each has a bedroom on the main floor and a fireplace; larger suites also have an open loft accessed by ladder stairs, with a bed and additional bathroom. Three stand-alone cabins on site offer more privacy—the Hawthorne log cabin overlooks a creek and sleeps two adults and two kids on sofabed; the Tahoma is the largest cabin on the resort property, with two bedrooms, and sleeps four adults and two kids; and the Creekside has its own private hot tub. For even more privacy, the River View and White River Bend cabins are off-site by the White River and have their own hot tubs, plenty of sleeping options, and full access to resort amenities. The resort has a mini-grocery store, extensive rental movie library, snowshoe and bike rentals, and limited Wi-Fi throughout. In summer, nightly activities include bonfires, barbecues, movie nights, wilderness bingo games, and even karaoke.

These sweet downtown cottages from the 1950s sleep from two to nine guests, overlook a grove of evergreens, and lead out to a private ¼-mile path that leads to the beach. All are outfitted with fully stocked kitchens, fireplaces (in most cases), and flat-screen TVs. A play area make this a great place to bring kids. Two pets per cottage are welcome, too.

Conveniently located halfway between Downtown and Pioneer Square, the history of the Arctic Club extends well beyond its gilded entrance through terra cotta walrus heads. The building (completed in 1917) was originally constructed for the Arctic Club, a social club for those who had experienced the gold rush to Alaska. After undergoing several renovations, the building was transformed into a hotel, and the most recent edition opened in 2022. Nods to its rich history can be found in photos of explorers on the walls of common spaces and guest rooms, and the life-size polar bear statue in the Arctic Bar. Rooms are clean, comfy, and preserve the hotel’s vintage vibe, with views primarily overlooking the city. The real draw is in the hotel’s architecture, most of all the ornate stained-glass dome on the top floor.

Astra Hotel is essentially a standard Marriott, with clean, comfortable, fairly snug standard rooms in a handy central location. The lobby has colorful, quirky decor, and the rooftop bar has a sunset view and throbbing beats coming from the sound system. Local chain Caffe Ladro has a shop in the lobby, so you can wake up to a good cup of coffee—and even have it delivered to your room by Sparky, the hotel’s “robot butler.”

Travelers seeking an authentic Seattle neighborhood experience will fall hard for this charming budget-friendly inn right in the heart of Ballard, tucked between coffee shops, trendy boutiques, and restaurants. It's got character too: the 1902 property, a former bank, is done in a minimalist, modern Louis XIV style, from the giant black rosette chandelier in the black-and-white lobby to the gold-leaf French provincial dressers, blue walls, and quilted headboards in some rooms upstairs. Other than the deluxe king rooms, the rooms use shared bathrooms. Two of the four suites have separate entrances for a private apartment-like feel. Guests get free access to the top-notch Olympic Athletic Club.

Near the downtown Edmonds waterfront, this well-maintained mid-range hotel has a more upscale vibe than a typical Best Western, with comfortable country-style rooms, many with fireplaces, kitchens, or oversize jetted bathtubs. Standard amenities include flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and pillow-top mattresses.

One of the best budget-minded options in the area, this reliable chain property conveniently located on the south edge of downtown offers travelers plenty of elbow room in contemporary rooms with separate sitting areas and lots of amenities, including refrigerators and microwaves, and—in some suites—jetted tubs and kitchenettes. Facilities include an outdoor picnic and barbecue area.

Minutes from Boeing Future of Flight and Paine Field, this nicely maintained Best Western is a step up from many of the other chains in the area, especially considering the reasonable rates. The modern rooms have sitting areas with aviation-theme art, and many have full kitchens. There's a very good hot buffet breakfast.

One of the largest and most reliable lodging options in Prosser, this fairly typical two-story Best Western stands out for being just a few hundred feet from the exceptional wineries of Vintner's Village and a short drive from Benton City.