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We've compiled the best of the best in Chelan - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Located on a breathtaking bend in the Columbia River about 20 miles north of Chelan, this three-story, motel-style property has handsome rooms, all of them with fireplaces and generously sized balconies with water views. A good stopover en route to Winthrop, Howard's also has boat launches and free moorage for up to eight boats, making it a particularly appealing hotel among Columbia River fishing enthusiasts.
In addition to family-friendly facilities (including two pools and two hot tubs), this four-story resort, adjacent to Lakeside Park and a couple of miles from downtown Chelan, has comfortable, well-equipped rooms that all face the lake and take advantage of spectacular sunsets. In-room amenities include a microwave, mini-refrigerator, flat-screen TV, and DVD player; larger suites also have stovetops and private patios or balconies. Family suites have a king bed in a separate bedroom plus a sofa bed in the living room but sleep only four; to sleep up to six, opt for the deluxe queen suite instead. Gorgeous flower-filled grounds lend the property a park-like atmosphere.
This family-run motor lodge in the laid-back town of Manson is just a 10-minute walk from the shore of Lake Chelan and several tasting rooms and restaurants. Although the rooms are a little dark, and the decor is a bit dated, it's a convenient base for wine touring and exploring the region. In addition to standard rooms, there are family suites with kitchenettes.
