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Family-owned motels and budget chains are prevalent in small towns like Colville, Grand Coulee, Moses Lake, Omak, Pullman, and Soap Lake. More of these properties are updating their amenities to include modern touches such as flat-screen TVs; others can feel dated, but at least the prices are reasonable, except during special events when demand spikes create rate hikes. Several pleasant bed-and-breakfasts with friendly innkeepers are found in Spokane, Walla Walla, Dayton, and Uniontown (near Pullman), but with no more than six suites at each it's usually necessary to call ahead for a reservation. There are several historic hotels built in the early 1900s and restored in recent years that are definitely worth visiting in Spokane, Walla Walla, and Dayton. The Inn at Abeja, just outside Walla Walla on a historic farm site, offers unique, high-end lodging. A stay at the Cave B Resort by the Columbia River—in one of its cliff houses, cavern rooms, or luxury yurts—is a recommended destination experience, too.
Registered as a national and state historic site, this 1905 Flemish-style inn, 15 miles southeast of Pullman in Uniontown, was once a parish house for the adjacent church; some of the homey, traditionally furnished rooms have views of the countryside, and one suite has its own kitchen. Book well in advance during WSU games and events.
The well-appointed rooms all have private decks at this roadside lodging across from Grand Coulee Dam, with easy access to hiking trails and fishing. The seasonal pool, year-round hot tub, and sauna are welcome amenities after a day of recreation. A nice perk: the second floor rooms have views of the laser light show on the dam.
Given a head-to-toe renovation in 2020, this lodging on the Columbia River has a fresh look and up-to-date amenities (coffeemakers, microwaves, refrigerators, and fold-down ironing units) that make it convenient for both business and leisure guests. There's a seasonal outdoor pool, indoor hot tub and steam room, fitness center, game room, and plenty of activities for kids.
