13 Best Hotels in Southeastern Washington, Washington

Designed to capture the spirit of the region's indigenous heritage and early trading post days, this rambling, upscale hotel is an excellent base for exploring Vancouver and even Northeast Portland. From the ornately carved totem pole, camp blankets, leather sofas, and roaring fireplace in the lobby to the giant canoe hanging from the rafters of Hudson's Bar and Grill, art and design reflect the frontier era. 

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.

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. 

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.

This handsome 1908 Craftsman-style bed-and-breakfast is in downtown Vancouver, a short walk from several good restaurants, bars, and shops, on a quiet street surrounded by perfectly manicured gardens. The three rooms are elegantly furnished—the more masculine Hemingway Room, with its darker palette, has a private bath. Two other lacier, floral-inspired rooms, one with a king bed and fireplace, and the other with two twins, share a bathroom and are popular with families. Proximity to Interstate 5 makes the 8-mile drive to downtown Portland a snap, and the inn is also convenient to Portland International Airport and the main route leading into the Columbia Gorge. A substantial full breakfast is included.

For a romantic, cushy getaway in the piney woods near Gifford Pinchot National Forest, book one of these luxurious rustic-chic cabins outfitted with hot tubs and separate walk-in showers, DVD players, fireplaces, sitting areas, and private porches. Set amid lush gardens and fire pits, this idyllic little retreat is handy to some of the best hiking in the Gorge, but plenty of couples simply cozy up in their cabins and breathe in the tranquil woodland air. In-cabin spa services can be arranged, and rates include full breakfast and in-cabin snack baskets.

Designed in the tradition of a grand mountain lodge—with Native American wood carvings, Pendleton blankets, and a stunning log-beam lobby—this rustic-chic hotel is marred only by its bland suburban location in Vancouver, Washington. But this stylish retreat is a good choice if you're seeking distinctive rooms and resort amenities (an indoor pool and a health-and-fitness center) at significantly lower rates than what you'll pay in downtown Portland. Rooms are spacious, with custom-built wood furniture, and some suites have gas fireplaces. On-site Hudson's Bar & Grill serves consistently good Pacific Northwest–inspired fare.

In the heart of downtown Vancouver, Washington, this sleek and contemporary Hilton is within walking distance of the Columbia River waterfront and downtown Vancouver's growing number of restaurants and bars, just across the river from Portland International Airport, and a 20-minute drive north of Portland's city center. It's a handsome, eco-conscious hotel with large rooms outfitted with flat-screen TVs, sturdy work desks, and smart bathrooms with granite accents. Rates are quite reasonable given the quality of the hotel and amenities, which also include a business center, fitness room, and indoor pool and hot tub.

This dependable and attractive mid-rise hotel offers a convenient location for exploring downtown, including picturesque Esther Short Park and the weekend farmers' market, which many rooms—some with balconies—overlook. The Hilton has all the amenities you'd expect of a full-service chain hotel, including fitness and business centers, an indoor pool, and a pretty good restaurant and bar.

Opened in 2022 inside an early-1900s building that was originally a hotel but was transformed into other businesses over the years, this centrally located boutique lodging has cheerfully furnished, reasonably priced rooms, many with views of the Gorge. The hotel is right in the center of Stevenson's quaint little business district, close to shopping and restaurants, but the hotel has its own inviting eatery and wine bar, 77 Cork & Tap Bistro. 

This sweet and simple 1930s redbrick hotel is the only accommodation in charming White Salmon, and it's a friendly, well-maintained, and convenient base for taking advantage of many opportunities for rafting, hiking, and wine tasting nearby. Suites have kitchenettes.  

Built in the early 20th century a block from still very active train tracks (rooms are equipped with ear plugs), this friendly and slightly quirky 10-room boutique hotel is a well-situated and affordable base for exploring the many exceptional wineries between Lyle and Maryhill. Some of the cozy rooms with antiques, robes, and comfy floral linens and quilts have views of the Gorge, and all share a bath. Try to stay here Thursday through Saturday, when the great on-site restaurant, with lovely outdoor garden seating, is open—it serves hearty portions of eclectic comfort fare and features an impressive list of local craft beers and wines.