Skamania Lodge
1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA 98648
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#1 of 1 resort in Stevenson
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Finding an ideal luxury resort in Stevenson does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Skamania Lodge, a nice option for travellers like you.
While staying at Skamania Lodge, visitors can check out Cape Horn Lookout (1.4 mi), which is a popular Stevenson attraction.
The rooms offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease.
Skamania Lodge features 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and shops. In addition, as a valued Skamania Lodge guest, you can enjoy a pool and a lounge that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.
Travellers looking to enjoy some fish and chips can head to Big River Grill, The Cascade Dining Room, or Red Bluff Tap House. Otherwise, you may want to check out a Mediterranean restaurant such as River Rock.
Skamania Lodge looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Stevenson.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Golf course
Children's playground
Electric vehicle charging station
Parking
Wifi
Sauna
Hot bath
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Hiking
Windsurfing
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids pool
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Massage
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Picnic area
Shops
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Fireplace
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Hair dryer
Room types
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
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Location
1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA 98648
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Skamania Lodge garners a reputation as a cozy and inviting retreat, particularly festive during holiday seasons and offering a range of activities that guests enjoy. While the location earns high praise for its tranquility and stunning views, opinions on Skamania's service and amenities are mixed. Some guests appreciate the friendly staff and diverse amenities, including a spa and pet-friendly trails, yet others experience frustration with slow service and under-maintained facilities.
Although the rooms are often lauded for their comfort, issues with cleanliness and decor are noted. Travelers frequently feel the cost does not reflect the value, mentioning overpriced services.
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Expensive
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Mixed
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Amenities
Satisfactory
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I have been visiting Skamania Lodge for many years and have always been impressed with the service and environment. But, my last visit was less than stellar. We arrived early to take advantage of ziplining and let the front desk know that we were on site and would love to check in early. They acknowledged but said that the room wouldn't be available until 4:00. At 4:00 pm, we tried to check in but were told that the cleaners were still in our room which was one of the treehouses which cost $1350+ for one night. I was told 10 minutes more but the room wasn't actually ready for another 45 minutes. Due to its location, away from the main lodge, we arrived at the room at 5:00 pm. Our grandson had been on the zipline and needed a shower. He left a big puddle on the bathroom floor which, when we mopped it up, showed that the floor was very dirty. We were only there for 1 night -- 19 hours from Check-in to Check-out and we spent the first several hours irritated and annoyed which is not the vibe Skamania Lodge has produced in the past.
Upon complaint, the front desk offered us a voucher for a free dessert and a free appetizer. When we complained further, they offered to credit us an additional $75.00. Additionally, they excused their poor service by saying they were understaffed. If the business can't live up to its commitments because it doesn't have enough staff, it should offer fewer rooms. Paying $1350+ for a room should result in excellent service every time!
Upon complaint, the front desk offered us a voucher for a free dessert and a free appetizer. When we complained further, they offered to credit us an additional $75.00. Additionally, they excused their poor service by saying they were understaffed. If the business can't live up to its commitments because it doesn't have enough staff, it should offer fewer rooms. Paying $1350+ for a room should result in excellent service every time!
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 7 Aug 2024
Thank you for your loyalty to Skamania Lodge and for sharing your recent experience. We regret that your last visit did not meet the high standards you have come to expect from us. We take your feedback seriously and are addressing the issues you encountered to prevent future occurrences. Your comments about the room readiness and cleanliness, as well as the service response, will be thoroughly reviewed with our team. We appreciate your understanding and hope to restore your confidence in Skamania Lodge on your next visit.
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We booked Skamania for our annual team retreat and it was amazing! The process for booking the conference rooms, choosing catering and setting up all the details for a group of 20 was seamless. We had a great event coordinator helping us along the way. The price is a high for AV needs but well worth it based on how well executed everything was. I highly recommend booking your next team retreat or company gathering here.
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Kristen_WP2025, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your team retreat at Skamania was such a success. It’s great to know that the planning process, from booking conference rooms to catering, was seamless and well-supported by our event coordination team. We appreciate your feedback on AV pricing and are glad you found the execution to be well worth it. We look forward to welcoming you and your team again for future gatherings!
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We enjoyed our first visit to this beautiful property, despite the heavy rain. The $37 resort fee per night is too high, especially with the pool and hot tub area closed. We didn't get any amenities for that fee, which will likely cause us to look at other lodging choices the next time we visit the area.
The rooms are comfy, but could use a microwave to heat water for tea or to heat up leftovers from the restaurant. There is a mini fridge in the room to keep the leftovers, but no way to warm them up unfortunately.
The rooms are comfy, but could use a microwave to heat water for tea or to heat up leftovers from the restaurant. There is a mini fridge in the room to keep the leftovers, but no way to warm them up unfortunately.
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Date of stay: February 2025
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear OregonHikingMom, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted that you enjoyed your first visit to our beautiful property, even with the rainy weather. It's great to hear that you found the rooms comfortable and appreciated the in-room mini fridge. We value your insights and always look for ways to enhance the guest experience. Your feedback regarding amenities and in-room conveniences is helpful as we continue to refine our offerings. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better stay in the future!
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We recently celebrated our one-year anniversary at Skamania Lodge, a place I had previously visited and grown to love. It’s a gorgeous property with stunning views, and we were excited to return for this special occasion.
Tasha in reservations was incredible, helping us select the perfect room on the fourth floor with picturesque views. She went above and beyond, arranging an anniversary card and a bottle of champagne to welcome us, which made the stay feel uniquely personal.
The fire pit outside was fantastic and added a cozy touch to our evening. Dining staff were also attentive and receptive—special thanks to John at dinner and Shannon at breakfast. Although my prime rib arrived cold, John promptly made it right by offering a complimentary dessert, which was delicious.
Our night, however, was less restful than we hoped. The family in the neighboring room had young children who were up late, screaming until 11 p.m., and again at 6 a.m., disrupting our sleep. After breakfast, which we enjoyed and finished around 10:50 a.m., we asked the front desk for a late checkout until noon, hoping for a little extra time to unwind and shower.
This is where things took a disappointing turn. April, the supervisor at the front desk, declined our request, saying the room was fully booked and offering to send a bellhop to help us pack—a gesture that felt dismissive and missed the point. Despite explaining that we hadn’t slept well due to the noise and mentioning we had spent over $630 in less than 24 hours, we were told to vacate within half an hour. Elaina, another staff member, seemed sympathetic, but the response from April left a sour note on an otherwise enjoyable stay.
The Skamania Lodge is a beautiful place with exceptional staff like Tasha, John, and Shannon. However, a little more empathy and flexibility at the front desk would have greatly enhanced our experience, especially after a restless night.
Tasha in reservations was incredible, helping us select the perfect room on the fourth floor with picturesque views. She went above and beyond, arranging an anniversary card and a bottle of champagne to welcome us, which made the stay feel uniquely personal.
The fire pit outside was fantastic and added a cozy touch to our evening. Dining staff were also attentive and receptive—special thanks to John at dinner and Shannon at breakfast. Although my prime rib arrived cold, John promptly made it right by offering a complimentary dessert, which was delicious.
Our night, however, was less restful than we hoped. The family in the neighboring room had young children who were up late, screaming until 11 p.m., and again at 6 a.m., disrupting our sleep. After breakfast, which we enjoyed and finished around 10:50 a.m., we asked the front desk for a late checkout until noon, hoping for a little extra time to unwind and shower.
This is where things took a disappointing turn. April, the supervisor at the front desk, declined our request, saying the room was fully booked and offering to send a bellhop to help us pack—a gesture that felt dismissive and missed the point. Despite explaining that we hadn’t slept well due to the noise and mentioning we had spent over $630 in less than 24 hours, we were told to vacate within half an hour. Elaina, another staff member, seemed sympathetic, but the response from April left a sour note on an otherwise enjoyable stay.
The Skamania Lodge is a beautiful place with exceptional staff like Tasha, John, and Shannon. However, a little more empathy and flexibility at the front desk would have greatly enhanced our experience, especially after a restless night.
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 28 Oct 2024
Dear gsrivera511, Thank you for celebrating your special anniversary with us at Skamania Lodge! We’re thrilled to know that our beautiful views and warm touches, like Tasha’s champagne and anniversary card, made your stay feel personal and memorable. It’s wonderful that the fire pit and attentive service from John and Shannon added to your experience, creating moments you enjoyed. We also appreciate your feedback on the front desk experience. While our team aims to accommodate all guests as fully as possible, we regret that a late check-out couldn’t be arranged during a high occupancy period. However, your feedback is valuable to us, and we’re continually working to find solutions to improve our guests’ comfort, especially after any unexpected disruptions. Thank you for your kind words about our dedicated team and your thoughtful insights. We hope to welcome you back to Skamania Lodge for another beautiful and memorable getaway in the future.
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Stayed in the more premium of treehouses and was greeted with a wide view of the tents. Not so bad when laying in the bed but once you are able to see below, it really solidifies the concept of being in a cabin on stilts and not immersed in nature. The evenings went terribly as there is a lot of train traffic close to the area and you get to fully enjoy the horns blaring all throughout the night, sometimes hourly.
The windows are exceptionally clear and let in plenty of light, which not only enables you to truly appreciate the lack of dusting that has been performed, but may also give your neighbors (which are plentiful) a view into your situation!
Also, if housekeeping shows up at 10ish in the morning, don't turn them away as they will not return. Even if you request a turndown service, this does not include the emptying of the couple of extremely small trash cans and they will simply balance chocolates delicately on your door handle so they will fall and you get to pick them up off the ground. While this may be resolvable by calling the front desk, our calls weren't answered.
The lodge is lovely but, if it is a busy time, getting into the lounge and restaurant may be tricky and the common areas for hanging out are undersized relative to how many guests may be wanting to take advantage of them.
The winter light walk looked good for the sections that were turned on/working...
Wine package is not advised, save the money and enjoy the wineries that aren't that far from the lodge. The snacks were nice but the wine does not justify the costs.
The windows are exceptionally clear and let in plenty of light, which not only enables you to truly appreciate the lack of dusting that has been performed, but may also give your neighbors (which are plentiful) a view into your situation!
Also, if housekeeping shows up at 10ish in the morning, don't turn them away as they will not return. Even if you request a turndown service, this does not include the emptying of the couple of extremely small trash cans and they will simply balance chocolates delicately on your door handle so they will fall and you get to pick them up off the ground. While this may be resolvable by calling the front desk, our calls weren't answered.
The lodge is lovely but, if it is a busy time, getting into the lounge and restaurant may be tricky and the common areas for hanging out are undersized relative to how many guests may be wanting to take advantage of them.
The winter light walk looked good for the sections that were turned on/working...
Wine package is not advised, save the money and enjoy the wineries that aren't that far from the lodge. The snacks were nice but the wine does not justify the costs.
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Date of stay: December 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 9 Jan 2025
Dear 88craigl, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your recent stay with us. We appreciate you taking the time to highlight your experience, as it provides valuable insights for our team to continuously refine and enhance our offerings. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed certain aspects of your visit, such as the snacks provided with the wine package and the unique ambiance of the lodge. Your observations about the treehouse and its design, as well as the clarity of the windows, offer us a fresh perspective on how we can improve the balance between immersion in nature and guest privacy. We’re also grateful for your comments regarding housekeeping and the common areas. These details are invaluable, and we’ll share them with the appropriate teams to explore how we can better meet our guests’ expectations, particularly during busy periods. It’s wonderful to know you took part in the winter light walk, and we’ll ensure the team is aware of your notes so we can enhance the experience for future guests. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide a stay that exceeds your expectations.
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We’ve stayed at Skamania multiple times before, and it sure has gone downhill. At $500+ per night we expected so much better.
The former brunch used to be fantastic and now is such a disappointment. Menu is extremely limited and service was very slow.
There was no housekeeping service (stayed 2 nights, 3 days).
EV charging was $4 per hour for 6kw (very slow) charging (used to be free 11kw Tesla destination chargers).
A $34 per night amenity fee provided “free parking” and coffee in the morning, things best western provides included in a $100 room charge.
Internet service was off and on, and super slow when it worked.
Used to enjoy going to Skamania but don’t need to go back again.
Oh, a plus, when I complained at checkout about the $74 of extra charges for the “breakfast included” breakfast, they removed the $68 “amenities” fee.
The former brunch used to be fantastic and now is such a disappointment. Menu is extremely limited and service was very slow.
There was no housekeeping service (stayed 2 nights, 3 days).
EV charging was $4 per hour for 6kw (very slow) charging (used to be free 11kw Tesla destination chargers).
A $34 per night amenity fee provided “free parking” and coffee in the morning, things best western provides included in a $100 room charge.
Internet service was off and on, and super slow when it worked.
Used to enjoy going to Skamania but don’t need to go back again.
Oh, a plus, when I complained at checkout about the $74 of extra charges for the “breakfast included” breakfast, they removed the $68 “amenities” fee.
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Date of stay: August 2024
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 24 Aug 2024
Dear cylist58, Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your comments and will take them into consideration as we work to improve our guest experience.
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Our daughter peed the bed one of the nights, and we called the front desk to get new bedding. The man at the front desk said he couldn’t get us new bedding, and all he could do is give us towels from the front desk. He said it was just him and four cleaners available, so he couldn’t get us bedding.
I was absolutely blown away that in a place like Skamania Lodge, it was impossible to get sheets at 12:30am. My husband and I spent that night using towels as bedding, which was insane considering we paid over $300 for that night sleeping with towels.
We talked to the manager the next morning who was extremely apologetic, and refunded us half the nightly rate. However, that night sleeping with towels had to be one of the worst nights I’ve ever spent in a hotel/motel, and I’ve stayed at some seedy places in my life. I don’t think I would ever come back.
I was absolutely blown away that in a place like Skamania Lodge, it was impossible to get sheets at 12:30am. My husband and I spent that night using towels as bedding, which was insane considering we paid over $300 for that night sleeping with towels.
We talked to the manager the next morning who was extremely apologetic, and refunded us half the nightly rate. However, that night sleeping with towels had to be one of the worst nights I’ve ever spent in a hotel/motel, and I’ve stayed at some seedy places in my life. I don’t think I would ever come back.
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Date of stay: November 2024
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 12 Dec 2024
Dear hayleymhrogers, Thank you for sharing your experience. While we’re glad our manager could assist the following morning, we regret that your night fell short of expectations. Your feedback about after-hours support is invaluable, and we’re actively working to ensure every guest has access to essential services at all times. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to provide the exceptional stay we strive for.
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I booked a surprise for my husband's birthday and got the largest (Hood River) Suite. I was told it was a beautiful room with emphasis on a "jetted" tub. Imagine our surprise at the small tub with jets in it and it was not inviting because it appeared to be scuffed and dirty and not large enough for even one small person. The shower was also very tiny, I had to lean on the walls to take a shower. The room had a fantastic view of the meadow and the gorge and that was nice. We went down to use the facilities and after we used the pool we realized the showers weren't working in either locker room. we told the front desk a few times and had to walk through the lobby in our wet swimsuits. we unfortunately had to leave early the next day due to an emergency back home before we could have our couples massage and facial. the front desk was kind to waive the early departure fee, but the spa charged us for the full treatments (even though we had to leave and we told them why) due to their cancelation policy. I get a cancellation fee, but not the full $285 for services not rendered. It would have been nice to have some more empathy because of our situation and we were contemplating a visit back in the spring or summer, but now this has soured our experience. also we were surprised they did not provide complimentary water in the rooms. Food was okay, it is the off season so the menu was limited.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 21 Dec 2023
Dear mayc536, Thank you for sharing your recent visit to our lodge. We appreciate your detailed feedback regarding your experience. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the stunning views of the meadow and view of the Columbia Gorge River from your room. We regret any inconvenience you faced with the tub and shower size; your comments regarding cleanliness will be addressed with our housekeeping team. Regarding the early departure and spa services, we understand your situation and appreciate your understanding of our policies. We'll review our communication about cancellation fees for services not rendered to ensure clarity and empathy in such situations. We hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future and provide a more seamless and enjoyable stay.
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During covid hotels resorted to dropping off room service outside room doors in a paper bag. Except for cheap hotels and Skamania, most hotels have returned to real plates, silverware, etc. However, breakfast at Skamania still comes to your room with plastic utensils, paper coffee cups and plate, all in a bag similar to what you'd get in a to-go order from McDonald's. We are far enough past covid that this is WAY to cheap for a $400/night hotel.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â Avoid a room toward the end where they host weddings. We went to bed to the loud thumping of...
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 3 Jul 2024
Dear Paddy0401, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent stay at Skamania Lodge. We're pleased to hear you chose to stay with us and appreciate your perspective on the room service experience. We strive to provide a high-quality experience for all our guests, and your comments regarding our breakfast service are valuable as we continuously look for ways to enhance our offerings. Your input will certainly be considered as we work towards meeting and exceeding our guests' expectations. Thank you once again for your feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide you with a more satisfying stay.
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I truly have no words to describe this place they call a resort. My fiancé and I were hoping for an intimate birthday weekend but sadly, did not get that experience. For $650 a night we expected to unwind & relax in luxury… well, don’t expect that.
Room - EXTRMEMLY run down, not updated whatsoever. For an upgraded, more expensive river view room don’t expect jacuzzi tubs, stocked with robes, or updated tv selections. Our fireplace had a draft the entire time so it was loud and didn’t stay on for long periods of times (30 min). The bathroom doesn’t even have a fan so every time you shower expect to be in a steam room right after. Lastly, the room wasn't even clean. There was a sticky, weird substance on the table, food underneath the couch. Likely wasn’t even vacuumed.
Restaurant/Bar - servers highly inattentive. Had to ask our server for our own water 10 minutes into sitting down (everyone else around us had waters and were being helped). We had dinner reservations one night at 8:00pm. Wasn’t even seated until 8:30 because we were mistaken for another couple that was said to be on a honeymoon. (We were not that couple). Asked for medium rare prime rib .. the outside wasn’t even seared. It literally looked like a pink, rare slab of meat thrown on the plate.
Resort - cant get coffee anywhere besides the restaurant and they have off brand instant coffee in the rooms. Don’t expect a good cup of coffee while you stay.
You are charged $29 a night for an amenity fee.. but for what amenities? The pool and hot tub? Because the room certainly didn’t have any.
If you are going to call yourselves a resort and charge guests $650 a night, $750 after all the fees you charge, then you should really think about updating your rooms, stock your rooms, clean your rooms, and hire staff that are friendly and attentive.
I’ve had a much better experience at Best Western for $150 a night, where I can find a jacuzzi tub, robes stocked in my closet, a clean room, and god, even fresh cookies in the lobby. There wasn’t even a place to get a midnight snack so if you are craving a bag of chips or a coke at 10pm, you’ll have to wait the next day cus gift shop closes at 8pm and you’ll have to drive to the chevron 8 minutes down the road.
We are unsure if the reason we were treated so poorly is because we look young as we were the only couple around that were in their 20s. But if that played a role, please ensure your staff treats all your guests as equal. I am saying this because everyone around us were always being helped and we were not.
Won’t be back, sadly.
Room - EXTRMEMLY run down, not updated whatsoever. For an upgraded, more expensive river view room don’t expect jacuzzi tubs, stocked with robes, or updated tv selections. Our fireplace had a draft the entire time so it was loud and didn’t stay on for long periods of times (30 min). The bathroom doesn’t even have a fan so every time you shower expect to be in a steam room right after. Lastly, the room wasn't even clean. There was a sticky, weird substance on the table, food underneath the couch. Likely wasn’t even vacuumed.
Restaurant/Bar - servers highly inattentive. Had to ask our server for our own water 10 minutes into sitting down (everyone else around us had waters and were being helped). We had dinner reservations one night at 8:00pm. Wasn’t even seated until 8:30 because we were mistaken for another couple that was said to be on a honeymoon. (We were not that couple). Asked for medium rare prime rib .. the outside wasn’t even seared. It literally looked like a pink, rare slab of meat thrown on the plate.
Resort - cant get coffee anywhere besides the restaurant and they have off brand instant coffee in the rooms. Don’t expect a good cup of coffee while you stay.
You are charged $29 a night for an amenity fee.. but for what amenities? The pool and hot tub? Because the room certainly didn’t have any.
If you are going to call yourselves a resort and charge guests $650 a night, $750 after all the fees you charge, then you should really think about updating your rooms, stock your rooms, clean your rooms, and hire staff that are friendly and attentive.
I’ve had a much better experience at Best Western for $150 a night, where I can find a jacuzzi tub, robes stocked in my closet, a clean room, and god, even fresh cookies in the lobby. There wasn’t even a place to get a midnight snack so if you are craving a bag of chips or a coke at 10pm, you’ll have to wait the next day cus gift shop closes at 8pm and you’ll have to drive to the chevron 8 minutes down the road.
We are unsure if the reason we were treated so poorly is because we look young as we were the only couple around that were in their 20s. But if that played a role, please ensure your staff treats all your guests as equal. I am saying this because everyone around us were always being helped and we were not.
Won’t be back, sadly.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Ian Pastoor, General Manager at Skamania Lodge
Responded 31 May 2022
Dear vanessaz918, Thank you for reaching out and letting us know about your visit. We are very disappointed that we did not meet any of your basic expectations during your stay. Even more disappointing is your perception that age had anything to do with your service. We never want any guest to think and feel our diversity as a team and the way we treat other guest is anything less than positive. I am truly sorry for that perception. Please know, we do not operate that way. We will share this letter with our Leadership to make sure we are looking at everything you listed. I cannot thank you enough for the valuable feedback you provided. I do hope you return in the future. Do not hesitate to contact me as well for any additional feedback or question. Thank you again.
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I'm sorry, I don't know. We were just there for lunch and hung around for a bit, so we didn't have a room. It's a nice place; I would be surprised if they didn't have the customary amenities.
I'm sorry, I can't say since we did not stay in a room. We were just at the lodge for a day, driving out from Portland for my birthday. Seems like a very nice place, what we did see.
There are no public laundry facilities in Skamania Lodge and the nearest very small town, Stevenson, WA, is 15min away. They may or may not have a laundromat.
If you're looking for the best views, our Windows on the Gorge Rooms are definitely the way to go! They are located on the top floor and have floor to ceiling windows with stunning views of the Cascade Mountains and Columbia River. If you're looking for more space, our Gorge Suite or Hood River Suites are great options. However you really can't go wrong with any of our "Riverview" room type accommodations viewable on our website!
"Plan your meals in advance, find someplace to eat other than the hotel restaurants unless you are OK with very poor service and mediocre foo"Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
S$265 - S$386 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
skamania hotel stevenson, skamania resort stevenson, skamania lodge washington
LOCATION
United StatesWashingtonStevenson
NUMBER OF ROOMS
264
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Frequently Asked Questions about Skamania Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Skamania Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Bonneville Lock & Dam (5.7 km), Bonneville Hatchery (7.1 km), and Sturgeon Viewing Pond and Interpretive Center (7.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Skamania Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Skamania Lodge?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Skamania Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Skamania Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Big River Grill, Bridgeside, and Thunder Island Brewing Co.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Skamania Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Skamania Lodge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Skamania Lodge offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Does Skamania Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is Skamania Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.