Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property

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Lunch and dinner served, pool views
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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3223 Bret Clodfelter Way, The Dalles, OR, 97058
  • Place, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Dalles Dam Visitor Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, The Dalles Dam & Lock
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Efficiency, Water View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View (Efficiency, Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency, Balcony, Water View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency, Roll-In Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

The Dalles

Located in The Dalles, Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of The Dalles Dam Visitor Center and Sunshine Mill Winery. .This hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Old St. Peter's Landmark and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Fort Dalles Museum.

What's nearby

  • Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Firehouse Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Dalles Dam Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Dalles Dam & Lock - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Wasco County Museum - 8 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Bingen-White Salmon Station - 27 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Jim's Drive In Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zim's Brau Haus Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgerville - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near The Dalles Dam Visitor Center
Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium satellite television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This The Dalles hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 112 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite at Portage Grill, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in The Dalles? This hotel has 2964 square feet (275 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Portage Grill - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Onsite venue #2 - bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Portage Grill

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • 2,964 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 200.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September

Property is also known as

Shilo Inn Suites Dalles
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel Dalles
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel The Dalles
Columbia River Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
Columbia River Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection The Dalles
Columbia River Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel The Dalles

Columbia River Hotel and Conference Center, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 291 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable remodeled rooms, good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the view of the damn at night all lit up
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erika

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was fine, and staff friendly- There were cockroaches in the bathroom in the morning (second floor)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Everything was wonderful. The room was clean. The restaurant was so good, reasonably priced and very nice staff. The hotel was very quiet which was really nice. The tv was interesting but once we figured it out it was ok. We would have really liked it if the restaurant had been open for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

New or grungy? Pick a side

The work out area was off in the boonies and felt unsafe at night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

zack

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay for a night

The room was nice. Beds were in good condition. Very simple room no coffee maker or other items that you might typically find in a hotel room price was good. Staff was very helpful and friendly restaurant is very clean with a great view of the river and the dam and the bridge
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful scenery

Very satisfactory. Nice pool and very petty view out back. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seferino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very freindly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the great and attentive serivce
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room!! 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

FRANCELINE, Forest Grove

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked Elle. The hotel was clean. The restaurant on property had very good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant owner was awesome and was great to work with on a catering take out we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a difference between wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair available
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025