5 Best Hotels in North Central Washington, Washington

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.

Rooms at this alpine-style pension set on a bluff and beside an evergreen forest come with unobstructed views of either the valley or the woods. Deluxe units have wooden balconies, whirlpool tubs, and separate sitting areas. The full breakfast typically includes Dutch babies (sweet, fluffy pancakes) or sourdough pancakes and sausage.

New ownership in 2020 has brought the former Mazama Country Inn, a longtime no-frills base camp for outdoor recreation enthusiasts, a new name, upgraded rooms and amenities, and an expanded focus on serving both sports enthusiasts and people who simply want to retreat and recharge away from it all. While the rooms don't have TVs, the inn has Wi-Fi throughout the property, co-working spaces, and private offices that can be rented by the day, week, or month. Rooms vary in style and may come with gas fireplaces, fridges, microwaves, coffee makers, sleeping lofts, jetted tubs, and patios. Inn amenities include a seasonal pool, hot tub, sauna, and tennis and pickleball courts. More upgrades are in the works, too.

One of the best-value lodgings in Leavenworth is smack in the heart of downtown and offers modern and comfortable rooms with all of the usual amenities and a bit of chintz added for decoration. Breakfast—with fresh fruit juice, cereal, yogurt, pastries, and rotating hot entrées—is served in the lobby, but you're welcome to take it to your room or outside on the inn's terrace. Spa rooms have two-person jetted tubs and fireplaces, while townhouse rooms are a good fit for families.

The rooms and cabins are comfortable but not fancy here, and the inn's riverfront location and amenities—including picnic tables, hammocks, a playground, and lawn games—make it a popular place to stay, especially for families. Rooms have log furnishings, including futons in some; flat-screen TVs with DVD players and streaming service; Wi-Fi; and a microwave and mini-refrigerator. Cabins have small kitchens and barbecues. Local coffee in the rooms is a nice extra.