For the outdoor enthusiasts, Hood River is certainly a good place to base yourself to take advantage of the outdoor activities that the area has to offer. The 2-star Westcliff Lodge, a hotel that is set within a 5-acre garden on the banks of the Columbia River, will organize activities such as windsurfing, hiking, cycling and, in the winter months, skiing.

If you would like to stay on the edge of the Columbia River, upon which the town of Hood River is located, a good option is the 3-star Best Western Plus Hood River Inn. This hotel is located adjacent to the Marina Boat Basin and provides easy access to the walking trails that run along the banks of the river. Some of the rooms have balconies with views of the Columbia River – a perfect place to relax and watch the river run by.

Visitors who want to pamper themselves while in Hood River could consider staying at the 3-star boutique Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa, which has rooms with both river and garden views. Just 1.6 miles from the center of Hood River this hotel, which is nestled in the trees on the banks of the Columbia River, has a spa and wellness center where you can book spa treatments of all kinds.

If you would prefer to stay in downtown Hood River, think about booking into the historical Hood River Hotel. This 3-star hotel, which has something of a European air about it, is situated within walking distance (874 yards) of the town center where you can see the history of the town in the beautifully preserved buildings and soak up some of the culture in the art galleries. There are also restaurants and bars in downtown Hood River where you can sample some of the wine or beer brewed in the region.

For the wine connoisseurs, there are a number of wineries and wine-tasting spots in Hood River. If you stay at the 2-star Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hood River, you will be 1.24 miles away from the Viento Vineyard where there is a tasting room to sample the wines produced there. You will also be within 1.86 miles of the Cathedral Ridge Winery and 1.36 miles of the Cascade Cliffs Winery and Tasting Rooms.

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The 3-star Hampton Inn & Suites has a free buffet breakfast with an option of American or Continental style breakfast items. The 2-star Oak Street Hotel is a boutique option that offers a daily breakfast of produce that has been sourced from local farms in the area.

The 3-star Columbia Cliff Villas has rooms that can be converted into family rooms. The suites also have microwaves and refrigerators provided so you can stock up on some convenient meals to give to hungry children before going out to explore.

The 2-star Sunset Motel Hood River, which is less than a mile away from the center of Hood River, has free parking on site that does not need to be reserved in advance of your stay. The Hood River Hostel, just 2 miles from the Hood River Waterfront Park, also has free parking onsite.

The 3-star Riverview Lodge, which is a 10-minute walk from downtown Hood River, has an indoor swimming pool and plunge pool/hot tub with views of the mountain through the windows of the pool area.