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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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

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3223 Bret Clodfelter Way, The Dalles, OR, 97058
  • Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • The Dalles Dam Visitor Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Sunshine Mill Winery
    ‪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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 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
  • The Dalles Dam Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sunshine Mill Winery - 2 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Fort Dalles Museum - 5 min drive - 5.5 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Big Jim's Drive In Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burgerville - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zim's Brau Haus Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬3 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.
Full Bar, Beers on Tap. - Onsite 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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Full Bar, Beers on Tap.
  • 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

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. 124 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 242 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

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place but no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very attentive and went above and beyond. Room was very large and accommodating. The restaurant staff was very helpful and the food was very good. We could not use the pool due to weather but it looked inviting and clean. Plenty of parking and a quiet location on the edge of town. Will stay here again on our next visit.
View from the lobby deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, parking was easy, front desk staff was friendly and check in was easy. The best park of this hotel was the dining room and the staff! Food was awesome, bartender made a mean Old Fashioned!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view to the river is amazing, peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff! Awesome view of the Columbia River.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the staff, the spacious lobby, the beautiful outdoor setting nextto the dam and bridge, the restaurant. The waitress was great and the free meal was excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Won’t stay again

Decided to give this hotel a shot over my usual places in the Dalles. Booked a king suite with a pool view. When I checked in, I got a king suite, but with no view let alone a pool view. The gal at desk initially was very nice, but seemed annoyed when I went back down and questioned my reservation. Telling me all she had were two queens with a pool view. So I took it. No apology, no rate adjustment. I was now paying the Suite rate for a standard two queen room. The room itself had issues with the toilet flushing and it stopping, the screen door to the balcony was stuck and very hard to open or close. The restaurant, the food was decent, the staff was friendly, but they seemed to struggle if they got rushed and would ignore people who stood there waiting to be seated. It was honestly very disappointing and I will not be staying their again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tamara

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were told that breakfast was available in the mornings, and we were also told that a Coffee place “Wasco” would also be available in the mornings. Neither were available when we came down at 7:30 am. I tried to ask, but nobody was available at the desk. When I return to my room, I messaged as a reply to a message that I received from the front desk asking for room service. I received a reply that they would be with me shortly. 10 minutes later, I received another reply, saying they would be with me shortly. To this day, I have not received a reply back. When I wanted to complain, it asked if I wanted to receive a call back, you can see in the picture that I sent asking for a callback, but never received one. The bathtub was dirty and so was the toilet. The best part about the room was the bed. The amount that I spent for two nights was way more than what I received.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accommodations are comfortable and clean. Staff friendly and efficient! The only problem encountered was there’s no elevator anywhere on site. I have MS and hiking up and down the stairs was more of a physical challenge than I care to encounter again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice view and very nice spacious lobby area and room is, too spacious with laminate floors which we really like. Hotel offers a restaurant where is little pricey and a cafe. The hotel let us earlier check in and we think they gave us upgraded room? Not so many guest were staying the hotel during week days, but we hear lots of noise from upstairs and doors shutting sounds from outside. We are glad we brought noise cancellation machine. One more! We received a letter from the hotel through Expedia, thanking us to book and saying complimentary breakfast from 5:00 a.m every day. This was birthday celebration relaxation trip, we were happy to know this info. But the hotel staff was not friendly and denied this offer. Next morning, the person who appeared like a manager offered us breakfast sandwiches for us after we mentioned this wrong information from the hotel. Hope they changed the letter for future guests. And we didn’t place a sign for not to bother, but they didn’t come to clean our room. We disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I slept great and loved the room and view of the river. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was as advertised. The rooms were basic but very clean. Had a great restaurant/bar with great views. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jaycie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Old property has been mostly renovated. Very noisy from interstate and trains. Beautiful views of the dam in back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

No breakfast included.

In multiple locations, a full continental breakfast was mentioned as having been included. It was a huge disappointment to learn that it was no longer an option under the new ownership. We only book hotels with breakfast included due to the rising cost of literally everything. Had I known, I would not have chosen this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiyanna

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025