Independent, Hood River hotels

"Cousins' was way better than it had any right to be. Yes, this is a basic motel, but it's a cut above the chains. Convenient location, affordable, and nice rooms with refrigerator, microwave, comfortable beds. The little things they chose made a big difference to our family road trip vacation: Comfy beds, quality coffee in the lobby refreshed throughout the day (and cookies, if you like that!). Pendleton blankets on the beds. Actual coffee mugs, Portland Roasting coffee, glass not plastic for water, that sort of thing. Shower not tiny and decent showerhead mounted up high, great not to have the water in the middle of my chest, ha! Instead of "free continental breakfast" you get a coupon to the really cool diner restaurant onsite, traditional breakfast foods, also to-go bakery with huge cinnamon rolls, etc. No one will leave hungry! Saloon bar for the grownups, not open super late, not rowdy. Outdoor pool, covered hot tub, even some little toys for the kids; only 7 of 10 for clean and I got the sense some locals not staying at the hotel were "allowed" there, made it kind of crowded and not as family-friendly as the rest of property. Downsides: A/C VERY noisy. Suggest earplugs. Not a lot of soundproofing. loud kids running upstairs etc. We had kids too so can't complain much. Would not make a great business / working hotel: Wifi so-so, limited outlets, no desk, only 1 wall lamp for the whole room. Didn't impact us. Would return when in the area again! "

"Would stay again despite a slightly unprofessional check-in by a trainee. No biggie. A beautiful place and a good value."

"Great place"

"Staff was very helpful. Room was comfy and clean"

"Beautiful views, clean room and comfortable beds, flowers blanketed the property felt like an upscale resort "

"We stayed at this property with my 2 dogs to get away from the fireworks. Heard a few loud ones off in the distance but the place was super quiet overall. Becky and the entire staff were very friendly and accommodating. Our room was clean and tidy. I had been there once before several years ago and the Resort has been remodeled and updated nicely. Will definitely be returning again soon. "

"Enjoyed the lovely spacious room overlooking the river. Don’t even mind the noise from the traffic on the bridge. We ate dinner at the hotel restaurant on the deck with amazing views. Hotel restaurants are usually meh in my experience. This restaurant is truly a standout!"

"loved it, beautiful scenery and clean.. Pool was amazing "

"Clean . Easy check in . Friendly staff. Nice pool . "