4000 Westcliff Dr

Location. Taking its name from the mighty Columbia River, the Columbia Gorge Hotel is perched atop a bluff, proudly overlooking North America's second largest river by volume. The Township of Hood River is also recognized around the world as being the birthplace and premier spot for windsurfing. First developed in 1904 and recently restored to its original grandeur, this historic Oregon property has hosted several U.S. Presidents, celebrities and international dignitaries.

Hotel Features. Recognized for their "World Famous Farm Breakfast, the Columbia Gorge Hotel has crafted a five course morning meal that guests won't soon forget. Live entertainment is a regular tradition in the hotel's fireplace bar and lounge, where dramatic views of the Columbia River gorge will entertain guests if the music and complimentary champagne social hour doesn't. On the receiving end of much media acclaim, the hotel restaurant features an accomplished menu of Northwest cuisine and even offers open air rooftop dining during warm summer months.

Guestrooms. With antique reproduction furnishings and baroque design treatments, the guestroom interiors are an unmistakable reference to an age of Victorian sophistication. Early American details such as hand carved rocking chairs and elaborate canopy beds also give these charming guestrooms some historical significance. Included in the rate of each room, the hotel provides complimentary coffee service, morning newspapers and nightly turndown service that comes complete with gourmet chocolates and roses on the pillows.

Expert Tip. The Christmas Season is a magical time to visit the Columbia Gorge Hotel, where travelers come from near and far to witness a spectacular display of lights that requires more than two months to install. During this time, the hotel hosts countless holiday functions and features regular Christmas carolers in celebration of this enchanting time of year.