I had a marvelous one night stay at the Inn at Mazama a couple of weeks ago (July 11th) and it was…read morethe perfect way to wind down after a full day of hiking in North Cascades National Park. After our hike, we made our way to Mazama, stopping at the Mazama Store before heading over to the inn, at which point we realized how tiny and great Mazama really is! We arrived to the hotel around 2:00pm and I was happy to learn our room was ready for check in. A friendly gentleman handled the process and though he shared he doesn't usually work the front desk, you honestly wouldn't have known as check in was smooth, welcoming, and effortless. Our room was located on the second floor of the main building, and to our surprise, it was actually a loft style room which was a really fun bonus! The room also had a small balcony, a kitchenette with a mini fridge, Keurig, and microwave (I think) and even though the bathroom was on the smaller side, the shower was excellent... I love a good hot shower with great pressure. After dinner, we relaxed by dipping our feet into the hot tub before spending some time in the cozy common area upstairs which again felt warm and homey. The entire property was clean, quiet, and really well maintained. Overall, the price was reasonable, especially considering the area and the level of comfort. I had researched several lodging options of various tiers around both Mazama and Winthrop and I feel confident that I made the right choice. The Inn at Mazama is a gem for anyone wanting to unwind in nature without sacrificing comfort. I would absolutely 100% stay here again!

What a wonderfully cute place to stay. It was a delightful respite on our travels from Seattle…read moreacross Highway 20 in the North Cascades. After several day hikes, the hot tub was a great addition. The staff was great. The rooms were great, there are these lovely common areas with comfortable seating and amenities, a fireplace really just great all around. Do not miss the Mazama store, there's a secret path between the Inn and the store. It has an amazing bakery.

Lovely lodge in Winthrop where you have access to some hiking trails and bike trails, pool and hot…read moretubs. The restaurant is pretty good, but make a reservation if you want to dine there as it gets pretty busy in the summer. The surroundings are beautiful and you can explore during the day then relax in a comfortable room at night. Staff was friendly. Note - North Cascades are not exactly close so you should have a car if you want to explore the mountains.

In all my travel experiences, fifty + years worth, I have never experienced such chaotic food…read moreservices as I experienced during my new years eve trip last month. The details are too long an involved to go into, but suffice it to say in a three night stay, the evening meals two of the three nights were 2 hour almost comical mis-adventures. After the last meal, capped off by the smell of a rotten cleaning rag left on the table behind us (reeking of rotten fish) my wife and I just lost it laughing at the complete absurdity of the whole situation. Oh, and by the way, the food ain't cheap. After the first night, I would have eaten outside the lodge, but that is impractical as the closest restaurants are in Winthrop which is mostly closed in the evening and a pretty tough drive down slick roads and back. To be fair, the new years eve celebratory meal (at $105 PP) was pretty good and not chaotic. (I am told the lodge owners were dining there that evening which may have affected the service) The lodge itself is nice, although our room, a fireplace room in the Gardner lodge was pretty worn and dated. In my mind, this place is nowhere worth what they charge and the difficulty of getting there. The upscale lodges in Leavenworth are for better,

Ok so there are pros and cons to this inn. As an inn near a national park, I honestly wasn't…read moreexpecting much. I do expect more of a no-frills experience with spots near national parks. However, this definitely would not be a location I would stay again at. The Pros: The location is gorgeous, there is no doubt about that. The North Cascades is amazing and the Freestone Inn is wonderfully placed near several hikes. It honestly took our breath away coming up to the cabin. The price wasn't terrible for an inn near a national park during larch season as well. We paid about 500 dollars for two nights. The bed was very comfortable and the room (minus a few cobwebs) was for the most part clean. There is a restaurant walking distance from the inn as well. The Cons: The hospitality service is very lacking here. When I asked about room turnover, they said that if we want towels replaced and trash taken out, we would have to put it outside our room. Again, I was expecting no frills but this was a bit surprising. Even more surprising is that when we did receive a replacement of towels they were set on the bath in a giant stack, and not hung up. Also, there was a puddle of water in a tray in our fridge I assume was for the ice? It was definitely broken. Overall, it did the job, but have no interest in coming back.

I recently stayed at the Freestone Inn and, unfortunately, my experience was far from what I…read moreexpected. Upon arriving at our cabin, we were taken aback by its cleanliness--it was dirty and not well-maintained. It's disheartening to pay for accommodation and find such a lack of attention to detail. Additionally, the customer service we encountered was disappointing. The employees were rude and unhelpful, which only added to our frustration. We also faced an unexpected "excessive cleaning fee" that was charged to us without any prior notification, we only were aware of this as we noticed an additional charge on our bank statement and had to contact the freestone for an explanation and request a checkout bill. This lack of transparency is unacceptable and left us feeling taken advantage of. Overall, I cannot recommend the Freestone Inn based on my experience. It's unfortunate, as we had high hopes for a lovely stay, but the dirty cabin and terrible customer service overshadowed our stay.

We had no idea what a wonderful place Methow is! We decided…read moreto come and explore the North Cascades NP, and discovered the Methow River L&C. The staff were so attentive and kind! They were so knowledgeable about the area and offered many options during our stay! The room was clean and so comfortable and the outside patio area was so pleasant from the sound of the river right outside! We were also greeted by the local deer family that would come and say hello everyday (didn't feed them). The hotel was so centrally located, that we could easily access the national park, Main Street and surrounding stores in just a few! Would recommend this hotel!

The bathroom was gross. The toilet was dirty, not stained, just not cleaned! Dirty towels left…read morehanging on back of door. Towels were old and dingy. I expect more for the price paid

Excellent destination place to stay…read more Excellent place to stay. Very affordable with outstanding service. We spent two nights there. First night was in cabin 15. It was spacious and had a hot tub. The cabin was perfect for a nice time with my wife and I to get away and really relax. Cabin 14 was a nice cabin too. We stayed in this one our second night. No hot tub with this one but still very nice. The breakfast was great. The food options were diverse and tasty. Kendra personally offered to make us some terrific scrambled eggs because of my limited diet. I totally recommend this place if you want a great escape from the chaos that life sometimes throws at us.

Pros: * Spacious cabin rooms that are very well stocked…read more * Rooms were very clean and had a rustic feel * Very friendly staff :) * COMFY beds and soft blankets! * Beautiful grounds, very peaceful. * Near a charming "downtown" area with food options. We paid $417 for two weekend nights in October. Other notes / Possible Cons - * The sound bleed is so bad. We could fully hear the conversation, footsteps, and movie of the room next to us. So if you don't like that I would definitely recommend getting one of the separated cabins. * A lot of the appliances (TV, fireplace. Etc.) didn't work but it wasn't a huge issue because it wasn't too cold and you're in nature - why need a TV? * Breakfast is homemade and they say it's from 8 - 9:30 AM but really all the food is gone around 9. Again, not really an issue for us since we didn't really eat the breakfast. Good coffee though :)

We stayed at Twist river suites as we our campsite at Pearrygin lake state park state park got…read morecancelled due to fire. We had an amazing time at the Twist river suites. The suites are in excellent condition, very clean and spacious with fully fledged kitchen. Very thankful to Donna and Stephanie for going the extra distance for accommodating us in the late evening and helping us out in the time of need. Highly recommend staying at this property.

While Twisp River Suites was a little more expensive then some of the other lodging in the area --…read moreit was well worth paying a little more. The room was super clean and spacious and the breakfast was tasty and had some good variety. It was also nice to be able to just open the patio door and hear the river.

Stehekin, Washington is a hidden, remote oasis, and I'm so grateful I had the chance to visit and…read morestay at the North Cascades Lodge at Stehekin earlier this month. I planned my trip to North Cascades National Park a bit later than usual and was nervous that lodging options would be limited. Luckily, with a bit of sleuthing, I discovered the lodge typically has a two night minimum but that there happened to be a single night available on the exact day I was planning to visit. One quick phone call later, I had a room at the North Cascades Lodge at Stehekin booked! Our ferry ride over was less than ideal (despite the stunning views) so the moment we arrived in Stehekin my entire mood shifted. The scenery somehow became even more breathtaking and the peaceful remoteness of the area was *exactly* what I had been craving. I had been looking at pictures of Stehekin in the days leading up to my trip, eagerly awaiting my own experience. Check in at the lodge was quick and easy due to its perfect location just steps from the ferry landing. Our room had a classic lodge feel (simple but cozy) with two beds (yahoo), a larger-than-expected bathroom, a small kitchenette (mini fridge and coffee maker), and a patio with two chairs. The bed was super comfortable, I took a great nap and had an excellent night of sleep as well. The patio was a wonderful spot to relax in the evening even though all rooms share that setup and it's a popular hangout in the evenings. The only minor drawback was the occasional passing car which slightly interrupted the otherwise serene lake views and peace and quiet. For dinner, we ate at the lodge's restaurant (The Landing) where I ordered a delicious sandwich with fries. It's counter service setup though staff brings your food to the table. The service was friendly and efficient. While the prices were on the higher side, it's understandable given the remoteness of the location and well worth it, in my opinion. On the topic of price, there is no free WiFi at the lodge, you have to pay $5 for a designated amount of WiFi (either data or 24 hours, whichever comes first). The red bus and blue bus are added costs as well and there are no bikes available for rent at the lodge. Even so, one of my favorite parts of staying at the lodge was the community feel, ESPECIALLY with so many PCT hikers passing through!!!! Some were staying overnight, others were recharging their phones, grabbing food, or just relaxing while waiting out the heat. I absolutely loved chatting with the thruhikers - they were so kind, so, so inspiring, and full of stories even though they just recently set out on their treks southbound to Mexico. I genuinely wish them the best on their incredible, life-changing journey #jealous. All in all, North Cascades Lodge at Stehekin is the perfect base for experiencing this magical corner of Washington. I can't wait to return and next time, I'll hope to stay even longer.

Few places in the world have the effect that Stehekin does. Quaint, majestic beauty, quiet, and at…read moretimes surreal. For example, we were sitting at the landing, waiting for the boat to take us back to Chelan, and we saw a deer wander by followed by bald eagle landing in a tree a few hundred feet away. That happened in the span of 10 minutes. Needless to say, if you've never been up this direction, it's well worth your trip! the lodge is literally one of the only businesses up here, and if you're not staying here, the main reason you would visit is to grab something from the small store, or to grab food from the restaurant. We tend to come here for lunch on the day that we are leaving, and it never disappoints. The burgers are good, the sandwiches are solid, and on our last trip, we found that the desserts are nice. Nothing fancy, but certainly a step up from Camping food for anyone that's coming off the PCT! They have plenty of beer and wine options. We found it was surprisingly nice to have a glass of a red blend on the deck overlooking lake Chelan! Again, a spot well worth checking out and one that has some solid option for your remote eating and drinking pleasure!

Nice drive over the mountain to Winthrop. Drove through town to Winthrop Mountain View Chalets. It…read moreis at the very east end of town. When we drove in, we were a little concerned with what we saw. Some very old cabins that didn't look to great. A very pleasant surprise when we opened the door. Very clean and updated. We reserved cabin six as we brought our dog with us. It was the closest to the highway but with air conditioner on we didn't hear any road noise. Soft goods were great, bed comfy, towels nice and fluffy. Air conditioner loud, (aren't they all?), but worked great. There was no sharp knife, they did provide a corkscrew. It would have been nice if they had put a dog bowl in or left a treat. We would stay here again. COVID policy: They are leaving cabins vacant 24 hours between guests and they seem to be going above and beyond to insure thorough cleaning.

We had a really wonderful experience here. The cabin is really nice inside and had all the things…read morewe needed. It was really quiet and we felt like we had a lot of space to ourselves. The office staff was really very nice. Also, the price was more than reasonable which is always great. We will definitely go again.

Where do I begin? My bride made an anniversary trip for us before the North Cascades Highway closes…read morefor the winter. She chose the River's Edge for our accommodations. We stayed in Cabin #12 and it was very nice. It was clean and neat. It came equipped with a full kitchen. We used the refrigerator but did not cook. There was a stack of napkins on the nook table but no paper towels available. Next time I'll remember a roll. The deck was right above the river and was very scenic. The hot tub was very useful to us and we sat in it stargazing for hours. The setting is private with privacy screens on both sides. We had neighbors on both sides of us who were also outside but all was peaceful. Good nature sounds out there. The check in procedure was flawless. It was all faceless and we never entered the office or saw any staff at all. They had our credit card number and sent us an email the day we arrived with the key box code. I'm assuming Covid prompted that procedure but it was smooth. There were a couple rocking chairs and a couch in the tv area. Under the tv was a DVD player and we watched some old Bogart/Bacall movies. Very cool. We already booked another trip next time Washington Pass is clear.

What an awesome find! By sheer luck I managed to walk in off the street to finally view an example…read moreof one of their fine cabins and it just so happened that there was a no-show. A miracle occurred and I managed to get the cabin for the night. It was more than awesome. I particularly loved the staff - they made me feel more than welcome and I'm forever grateful for their hospitality. What timing to walk up and get a cabin in a place that's already extremely difficult to reserve. Miraculous - and great scenic spot - super Fall colors as well. Loved it and will return often! Thank you staff for a memorable quick visit to Winthrop!

If you're looking for a place that perfectly captures the spirit of the Old West after the gold…read morerush failed and everyone left town, this is it. The parking lot is a rodeo for compact cars only -- if you drive anything bigger than a Mini Cooper, good luck partner. The riverside 'sitting area' is less 'tranquil escape' and more 'Botanical Exhibit: Weeds of the Northwest.' A $20 Home Depot run could have fixed it, but apparently tumbleweed chic was the design choice. The scenic walkway is cleverly positioned right in front of your windows, so the choice is either: (a) enjoy your 'river view' or (b) star in a reality show called People Watching Me in My Pajamas. The walls are so thin you'll know exactly when your neighbor sneezes, flushes, or thinks deep thoughts about life. The western theme? Let's just say it's like someone googled "cowboy wood" and gave up halfway. The mix of cedar, pine, and random lumber scraps feels less John Wayne and more Home Depot clearance bin. And the bathroom? Oh, half of it is in the bedroom. Because nothing says romance like brushing your teeth while your partner is still in bed watching you. Five stars for location. Zero stars for everything else. Would only recommend if your idea of a Wild West vacation includes thin walls, awkward parking, and bathrooms that refuse to commit to a single room.

Update: Check your receipt after staying here. I just noticed we were charged twice for our stay,…read moreso I'm having to deal with the credit card company to have one of the charges removed. I'm glad my husband caught it when reviewing our statement, so make sure to check yours too. The room itself was quaint and fit the character of the western town. It was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the view over the creek was beautiful. The only odd design choice was the sink being located in the main part of the room rather than in the separate toilet/shower area, which made brushing teeth and washing up a little awkward. Unfortunately, we were rudely woken up at 9 am by someone aggressively trying to enter our room. I'm fairly certain it was a cleaning person, though check-out wasn't until 11 am, so I have no idea why they'd be trying to clean our room so early. When I looked through the peephole, I saw it was a small man wearing a cap, so I wasn't about to open the door to confront him. He continued trying to open the door for 2-3 minutes before finally giving up. An hour later, when we were ready to depart around 10 am, I went to the office to find out what all the ruckus was all about, but it was locked and completely unattended. We left feeling uneasy, and although the room and setting were nice, the unsettling experience means we probably wouldn't stay here again.