Enjoyed our stay! We stayed in the upstairs queen room with bathroom and balcony. VERY comfortable…read morebed and comfortable "at home" feel to the house. The property is nestled in a beautiful area and feels like you are truly out in the wilderness area. The owners have some meticulously groomed and constructed trails near a creek complete with plenty of flora and fauna. We enjoyed watching the horses, Canadian geese with their goslings, and playing with dogs Delilah & Sasha. They have beautiful amenities in this modern lodge-style home complete with a nice wood-burning fireplace. Breakfast was tasty with eggs, breads & jam, and steel cut oatmeal with fruit and toppings. The owners have a wealth of knowledge for suggestions and ideas for things to do outside. CML is a must-visit!

Location: Five stars if you are a hiker, fisher or just want a quiet getaway from the city and its…read moreamenities. One star if you want those amenities. The nearest good restaurants, shopping and full-service stores are thirty miles away. Building: Five stars for a large, modern home with a lodge look, spacious and well-built with upscale fixtures. There are three upstairs rooms for rent. Grounds: Five stars for the generally attractive surroundings that reportedly include miles of hiking trails. Room and amenities: Four Stars for our room, which was spacious with lots of storage, a balcony and a bath. There were two bed lamps but both were inadequate for reading, while the flood lights in the ceiling were too bright for anyone lying in bed trying to read. The room included a small desk and a chair. Our room rating does not consider the other two rooms, one a bedroom, the other a bunk room for an unknown number of good friends or an entire family, both with a separate or shared bath. Bathroom and amenities: Four stars for the small bath with shower. Counter space was inadequate but that was fully compensated with plenty of drawers and cupboards. Due to the small size of the bath, there is only one towel rack and the TP is uncomfortably located to the rear of the small toilet. The lighting is better than that in most hotel bathrooms. Bed and pillows: Five Stars for the comfortable queen bed. One star for the mushy pillows that crank your chin up toward your chest without providing any support for your neck. HVAC: One star for an unconventional room air conditioner that not only blew cold air across the bed all night long but did so at constantly varying fan speeds that supposedly mimic natural breezes but actually mimic natural cold winds. Both the remote control and the instructions for the AC indicated that this supposedly desirable feature could be defeated in favor of steady low, medium and high fan speeds; however, our attempts to change the program (which included an attempt to reboot the remote) changed nothing. We made do the second night without the AC by opening the door to the balcony. Breakfast. Four stars for a healthy fix-it-yourself fruit and cereal breakfast with high-quality breads and jams. Dog: Five stars for Delilah, a very nice Lab. Service: Three stars. The hosts are friendly and helpful but this is an Airbnb home, not a full-service hotel. Noise Level: Four stars. The rooms are not well-isolated from the central living area or each other; however, the home is generally quiet and noisy activities cease around nine or ten at night. Price and Summary: Airbnb properties generally offer lower prices but they are able to do this in part because they generally are not subject to the building and safety codes and the insurance requirements of commercial hotels. Cascade Mountain Lodge offers especially favorable prices for such a nice property, if its Location (see above) is right for you. The hosts have an unconventional no-shoes-upstairs rule.

This is a review for the Big Leaf Coffeehouse and Grill which I don't think is listed separately on…read moreYelp. My brother, who lives on the edge of the park, and I, who lives across the country, had breakfast and coffee two mornings in mid-April. It was quiet but lovely. The breakfasts were very good. On one visit we had the "elder special" which was tasty and very inexpensive. The next visit we chose other breakfast plates. We enjoyed all the options. Coffee was good and I loved my lattes. The ambiance, both inside and out, was lovely. What a wonder park and cozy building. The fireplace was just magnificent. The young man who wore multiple hats at the counter and serving and stoking the fire was incredibly friendly and efficient. We had a wonderful visit. 4 stars for the food and 5 stars for the service and ambiance.

I've stayed at Smith Creek Village in their woodland cabins several times, and have always had a…read morewonderful experience. The folks who manage bookings are always friendly and communicative, and make an effort answer all of our questions prior to arrival. Be sure you have a clear understanding of check-in procedure because cell phone service will likely be limited or unavailable. There were no staff available both times I arrived to pick up my keys, so I appreciated having everything squared away ahead of time. Smith Creek Village is a remote area on the edge of Silver Falls State Park. It is a romantic, densely wooded enclave that is often enshrouded in fog during the fall and winter. I've visited in the spring and summer, but staying during the winter months is my favorite because it feels like you are at the edge of the universe. The solitude and relaxation are appreciated after a stressful week of work. Smith Creek Village has a variety of housing options, so be sure to check out their website to see if they have any accomodations that will suit your needs. I've chosed to stay in their one-room cabins each time I've visited. There is a sink and toilet in the cabin, but showers and dressing rooms are a just a quick walk away in a communal bathhouse. The Big Leaf Coffeehouse was a fantastic lodge style restaurant located near the main parking area where guests pick up their welcome packages, however as of October 2024 it seems to have closed "indefinitely." This has happened a number of times through the years, so I can't imagine it's a permanent closure. It really is a necessary amenity because many of the accomodations don't have kitchens. Silver Falls State Park is a beautiful destination not far from Portland. Be sure to check out Silverton, and some of the other attractions in the area if you are visiting from out of town. There is a lot to see!

Written May 2026. I hate to criticize a family-owned business in a town still seemingly struggling…read moreto recover after the devastating fires of September 2020 (please google the article "This Oregon lake town rebuilt after devastating wildfires. At what cost?"), and I thought a long time about whether to leave this review. I was quite disappointed with the Lodge at Detroit Lake, because the website is so very misleading. I have traveled around the world and have stayed in all kinds of places, including barns, tents, eco-resorts, and many, many historic properties. I am not a particularly picky traveler. I was looking for a quiet and basically comfy place in a rural setting with a small kitchen and no need for camping gear, close to Breitenbush and local hiking spots. What I got was a very run-down and noisy roadside motel under active construction that didn't resemble the website photos at all. Please note most of the photos seem to be pre-fire (the log cabin rooms in the photo are no longer there). Visible daylight and air crept in through holes in the wall; none of the windows were locked until I thought to check them in the middle of the night; and the bed was wretched (again, not picky, but this thing was in a class by itself). The "community setting" that "promotes front porch sitting and evening gatherings around the campfire" was an empty weed-choked slab of asphalt with a port-o-let across the parking lot. None of the food trucks or restaurants seemed open and the traffic and owners' dog were too noisy to open the windows for fresh air. The check-in process was perfunctory and unwelcoming, and worst of all, someone began using an electric saw incessantly (and unapologetically) directly under my window at 7:30 AM. To charge $166/night ($500 in total) for this experience is appalling--even with west coast pricing and recent inflation, this place isn't worth more than $100/night at the absolute outside. They collect payment up front (and will charge your card even if you don't stay), which should have been a clue. I left after one night and used some Hilton points to stay in Salem for the rest of my trip instead. It was such a disappointment, since I had wanted to get *out* of the city and spend my tourist dollars in the fire-affected area. But, I felt uncomfortable and unsafe. I didn't feel good about leaving my belongings or food in the room, so I thought--why should I sleep here again? I will say the Lodge at Detroit Lake seemed clean and didn't smell of fire damage. While the room, furniture, appliances, and linens were extremely worn and old, everything seemed tidy and clean. The fridge and TV worked, and there was plenty of hot water. If all you need is a place to crash briefly while on the road, you could do worse. But do ask to see the room before agreeing to stay, check the windows before going to sleep, and leave early in the morning, before the construction starts.

Clean room, with a comfortable bed! It was just what was…read moreneeded for a short stay. The people were really nice! Stayed in #3, small but cozy. There is a market and diner basically connected to the building. Short walk to the lake & an incredibly beautiful area to explore! 4 stars because the walls are so thin, you can quite literally hear everything. Luckily we had quiet neighbors.

Encantada de este lugar, la comida deliciosa y el trato excelente!…read more A mi y a nuestra familia nos encantó; los dueños muy amables y te hacen sentir bienvenido. Muchas opciones de té y cafés!

Sorry to say, today was the day to try Gardner House. So I Thought. Checked Yelp tonfind something…read moreamazing. Drove out of town just to find a note on the door. Do I have Bad Luck? Or should I have called and not trusted Yelp??

Really enjoy staying here and this part of Oregon, only complaint is in the difficulty of getting a…read moreroom on one of those spur of the moment get aways.

My parents are in their 70's and live 3 hrs away, so when they had to drive into Salem for an event…read morewe got them a room so they didn't have to drive home tired. The manager was so helpful and very friendly. My parents loved the room and said they both slept great. I will be getting them a room here again the next time they have to come this way.

A beautiful hotel, with an even more beautiful garden. We had a king suite, which had a view of the…read moregarden. The room was very well appointed, nice features like a wet bar area, seating, separate TVs if one desired. Super comfy bed, great environmental controls (heat and a/c) were very quiet also. The bathroom was exceptional, most wonderful shower in North America. The breakfast was also darn good, lots of choices and very friendly service. In fact all the employees were very cheerful and welcoming, darn pleasant. But above all, and far so, is the Japanese garden attached to the hotel. It is worth the trip all on it's own. Spectacular for it's size, only an acre- centered around a gorgeous water feature of a huge koi pond, with many lovely spaces to just chill and appreciate the beauty of the garden.

Well it wasn't an expected stay here. It was an emergency since my front passenger tire blew on I-5…read moreon the way to California last night. And it happened just past Keizer. I was playing no games with the way the universe was talking to me yesterday. No thank you sir. We won't be driving anymore. Not going 50 on I5 for 7 hours. I pulled up hotels on Yelp, and this was the first choice. I thought OMG this has got to be expensive. Nope. Affordable. And VERY VERY nice. I'm INCREDIBLY picky and to say that this was super clean is a lot for me. It's so clean. Modern. Nice. The carpet was so clean that my socks didn't even get dirty walking around without shoes on. The service was great. When we checked in, the woman at the front desk was very friendly and helpful. The staff at the free breakfast were nicer too. I'm vegan and got an English muffin with peanut butter and jelly and coffee with Silk vanilla almond milk. Yay breakfast!! It was quiet, clean, a great price and just what we needed for an overnight stop before we figured out new tires and the long drive to N. California. Thank you Best Western for the overnight respite that was much needed.

The Oak Park Motel is an old school roadside motel in a small town located in northwestern Oregon…read more Like Mill City itself, the motel isn't fancy or luxurious, and there isn't anything too remarkable about it. But it has character and charm. Maybe it's the reminder of the old days when things were simple and uncomplicated. There are about 7 little rooms around a square parking lot. Every room has its own parking bay. They had literally just reopened the day we came through town - which is a good thing since there really aren't any other places to stay within 20 miles or so. The proprietor was friendly enough and we got the sense she was happy to have customers again. Location wise it's pretty cool, right off the highway. Things quiet down at night (and it's a small town so there's not really that much going on anyway). There is an absolutely huge oak tree near the entrance and a little coffee shop across the street. There is also a pot shop next door if you are into that sort of thing. Everything in the room was fairly clean and was basically functional. There was running water and the TV worked. There was definitely room for improvement but the room served its purpose and the price was right. For less than $100 per night at a two star hotel, what more can you expect? Not much. For what this place is, it's pretty good. A four star two star hotel!

Stayed here while attending a roller derby tournament. Hotel staff was super friendly and helpful…read more Area felt safe for me and my daughter. Room was clean and fairly quiet. Beds were lovely with a nice selection of pillows. We didn't take advantage of the breakfast but spent a good amount of time in the pool and hot tub which were fantastic after a long day of sitting on metal bleachers.

Comfortable room in a good location. Excellent communication from the friendly staff here. They…read morehave texted to see if we are content and sent some lunch recommendations quickly after I texted for some ideas. Good fresh fruit options at the morning breakfast. On day 3 of our stay, we had neighbors up at 3:30 AM and very loud. As soon as we called the desk, security handled it and the next morning we were given a new room, upgraded to a suite. Classy.

The hotel my dad and I stayed at in Corvallis (the first time) was all booked up when we arrived…read more(late at night) after our arduous drive from San Francisco (!), so we ended up at this Holiday Inn Express in nearby Albany. It felt like the epitome of an average hotel at the Holiday Inn Express level. It wasn't super fancy or nice or new or fresh, and the person at the front desk wasn't that friendly, but it was fine. The room was clean; the beds were comfy; the front-desk person was efficient and thorough. The parking lot didn't feel sketchy, but since this particular visit, I have learned that almost all hotel parking lots are sketchy. As in don't leave anything in your car--not that I would ever do that. I live in San Francisco! We checked in late at night, slept, and checked out in the morning on our way to Corvallis; so we never really saw the place during the day.

Easy check, friendly & accommodating front desk and house keepers…read more Room was clean and had Dove hand soap, lotion, shampoo and conditioner instead of the usual tiny bottles of low quality stuff. We only stayed one night but if we were there for longer we would have taken advantage of the pool/hottub

Currently they have a discount for cat food donations- ask!…read more The kitchen is basic but full. The towels are clean as are the sheets. The heat is on but not hot, I asked for an extra blanket and Sherry was very nice about it. She Slaytana came over and showed us how to turn up the heat in the bedroom- knob is gone. I'm giving an extra star to counter the lady who was pissed about paying a dollar extra but it was probably in the 3.5 side bc the beds a but hard & the blankets thinner than I want. Maybe you aren't as thin blooded as I? Over all a recommended spot.

Shari who manages/owns the All Seasons Motel is incredibly hospitable. Her motel had exactly what…read moreone needs after a long day of travel - clean bed, shower, internet. Shari went out of her way to accommodate me and my friends as we rearranged our reservations and had several above-and-beyond requests due to our circumstances of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Her boyfriend Paul even provided us rides to and from trail, which is just unspeakably kind and helpful for a hiker like myself. I highly recommend supporting this motel and Shari's wonderful family so she can keep providing her generous services. The rooms at the motel are fine - clean, comfortable, modest and they get the job done. This is a quaint little town too with a pretty lake and river to enjoy in your down time.