My husband & I had a wonderful meal !! Sitting under the trees on the patio on a warm summers…read morenight. Crab cakes& garlic mushrooms for appetizers. Followed by a lovely salad and seafood pasta dish . Unfortunately- we planned to have the bread pudding dessert ... but we devoured the complimentary focaccia bread when we sat down with a cold beer . Next time we will have a better strategy. We a very nice evening

Writing a second review nearly 1 year after the fact because the 'business manager' Mike C. Just…read moreleft a sparky response to my first review saying that his actions were to protect his staff.... Listen Mike, you suck. Your staff had us under a large tree DURING A THUNDERSTORM which is equally as dangerous to everyone involved. You dont care about your staff, and you dont care about your customers. The fact of the matter is that you have a large outdoor area with zero protection from the elements in OREGON. you are a joke. Your business is a joke. Your staff is a joke. And your food is mid level Dennys at best, priced to be fancy because your existence is a joke. Keep being a joke and ill keep roasting your sad excuse for 'management'.

Absolutely stunning venue. Was here for a wedding and was so amazed by the view and the property…read moreitself.

There's absolutely no denying how beautiful this wedding venue is. Look at any photos online and…read morelet me tell you, it's just as wonderful in person. Of course you have the stunning view of Mt. Hood in the background, and we were lucky enough for it to be clear on our wedding day, but even on an off day if you can't see the mountain, the grounds are absolutely beautiful and so well maintained that you won't be disappointed. Most of our guests were from out of town and we got so many compliments about it being the most amazing venue they had ever been to. In fact, it took a while to get the dance floor going because people were spending so much time admiring the view and taking pictures! Starting your wedding planning journey can be so confusing and oftentimes frustrating, and finding a venue is where it really starts. Gorge Crest made the process as simple as possible, offering a full, REALISTIC event quote (including things like catering, DJ, etc.) and providing a list of mandatory vendor options. While some may find this limiting, we were pleased to know that they had vetted vendors and were so happy with everyone they recommended. Jena was always quick to respond and worked with us on our requests, including extra time in the Grooms room and letting us leave a car overnight to pack up our decorations in. The only issue we ran into was getting recurring invoices in our email that weren't meant for us... I would just recommend staying on top of what you owe them and know that you may need to remind them that they have made a mistake. Best wishes to anyone who chooses to get married here. It is a very special place.

Peaceful. Beautiful. Clean.Has everything you need…read more Staff are professional and willing to be human and laugh with you. Grounds are well kept, just off the freeway with river views. Not far from any amenity or service you're looking for. Would definitely stay again.

Very clean. Very dated. Beautiful grounds. Hot outside (90's), AC never stopped running, but also…read morenever cooled the room down. Formica countertops in bathroom so worn down you can see the "brown" under the pattern. Shower water up to ankles in first two minutes.

I booked a mid-week King with River View in late October 2025 on the recommendation of a greater…read morePortland visitors guide. On the one hand, the grounds are lovely, with some nice views of a waterfall cascading down to the Columbia River. The hotel has nice "bones" and the interior incorporates a lot of Art Deco touches, although we didn't agree with every design choice. There's a cool, old-fashioned hand-operated elevator that needs a staff member to operate. My biggest issue had to do with the cost of the room in late October given that the view of the river was very limited by small-ish windows and trees. Overall, just not worth the $325/night rate. The hotel appears to be a prime destination for weddings, which could be fantastic if the weather cooperates. It is located just west of small Hood River, which appears to lack much in the way of fine dining, but does have a number of boutiques, a great brewpub (Pfriem), and a great coffee/breakfast place (Kickstand). For us, given all of the other waterfalls along the Gorge, I think we would have been just fine with a less expensive, less notable hotel for the night.

A Beautiful, Historic Venue --But Serious Issues with On-Site Coordinator…read more The Good: The Columbia Gorge Hotel is absolutely breathtaking. My partner and I both grew up in Hood River and have cherished memories at this hotel, so getting married here was incredibly special. The grounds are STUNNING--barely requiring any decor--and our guests were in awe. Nearly every member of the hotel staff went above and beyond to support us: *The bartenders were friendly, welcoming, and even got to know us the night before after our rehearsal during drinks. *The cleaning team went through linens that had already gone to laundry to help us retrieve hand-embroidered handkerchiefs that were left behind. *The front desk staff helped locate a lost item misplaced by the hotel coordinator the night before and took initiative to solve it. *The food & chef was phenomenal--our guests couldn't stop talking raving. The Bad: Our experience with the venue's on-site coordinator, Cheyanna, was the only major flaw in an otherwise perfect wedding. She regularly gave us improvised answers about policies and logistics that later turned out to be incorrect--often reversing her decisions only after we followed up or asked additional questions. It was clear she hadn't taken notes during our planning meetings, as she was unfamiliar with basic details of our timeline. She dismissed previously approved items (like candles or bar setup with sparkling water) and contradicted herself without explanation. This inconsistency caused confusion and added stress. Her demeanor also changed drastically after final payments were made--she became disengaged, appeared uninterested in coordinating the actual event, and showed little regard for us or our guests. Key issues like outdoor bathrooms not being unlocked for cocktail hour, wet chairs left for guest to arrive to after a morning drizzle, and a nonfunctional sound system during our ceremony went unaddressed. Thankfully, we had hired a personal coordinator (at the hotel's suggestion), who managed the situation and ensured the day stayed on track. Even she commented on how difficult it was to work with Cheyanna and said she would be hesitant to recommend the venue as long as she remains in the role. Final Thoughts: The Columbia Gorge Hotel is a rare and beautiful place to get married. The food, location, and most of the staff are truly exceptional, and we're so grateful to those who treated our day with such care. However, we feel it's important to share our honest experience: the issues with the on-site coordinator were serious. We also received a very unprofessional email from her after posting an initial review on another platform, which only reinforced our concerns. We wholeheartedly recommend this venue--but strongly encourage couples to bring their own coordinator. With proper support, this location has the potential to deliver a flawless and unforgettable wedding day.

Such a fun venue. We have seen a lot of bands at The Ruins and love it!! Definitely make it part…read moreof your Hood experience!!

The Ruins, you've WOWED me!…read more Stunning grounds of what must have been an old building, now only a few walls, with nature having taken over doing its thing all throughout the cement and brick remnants. The bar, adjoining restrooms and such are attached in a way that does not cheapen the natural beauty of it all. It's not a huge selection of beverages, but there's plenty enough you should be able to find at least one or two beverages you like from the beer, wine, cider, seltzer, etc. selections. Finding the Ruins is easy as well as parking. There's great signage pointing you in the right direction, and it's only one block off the main strip in downtown Hood River. The acoustics are fantastic, and it was a blast being able to be right there in front of the stage. The music was loud, but not too loud. I wasn't worried at all about not having earplugs. From what I hear, they have rotating food carts for events and shows. We were able to choose from an ice cream/gourmet ice cream-float cart, and a savory and sweet crêpe cart. We had both of course! The kid's vanilla ice cream with passionfruit soda float was delicious! 2025 #21

I've been to a lot of divey karaoke bars but this one is really something else. Totally dead and…read moreconfusing at 10pm, some crowd came in at like 10:20, and karaoke started around 10:30. It's a projector, a mic, and internet songs. And the music is incredibly loud. BUT of course, as with all divey karaoke bars, it's a real slice of locals and friendly bartenders and probably still worth a stop by. I'm entertained.

I was actually surprised when we stopped in. Big portions for a good price. The food tasted good…read moretoo. They were quick about bringing our food and drink, which worked out since we were both pretty hungry. We had plenty for leftovers and plenty of tea to drink. The waitress was helpful and was easy to flag down. We will be back!

What a gem of a place to stay. We try to find quaint, small mid-century motels as opposed to…read morechains. We originally planned to stay in Pendleton on our way to the coast but everything was booked. We found this charming motel by chance and loved it. It is off the beaten path, very affordable with beautiful views of the Columbia River. The room was exceptionally clean and updated and we enjoyed a glass of wine overlooking the river.

Price is right, in a quiet spot. But the room is TINY, the regular queen has one chair and no…read moretable, lighting is poor and peeling wallpaper. The good: decent price and super comfy bed. Towels were fluffy and the bathroom was clean with great water pressure. The only reason I wouldn't stay again is the smell-I don't know if they're trying to cover something up or what but it smells so strong of cheap air freshener.

We cannot thank you enough Amy for making our wedding day so special. In a day and age where many…read morepeople are married by family members, we were so grateful to have met just the right person to marry us. Your were organized and helped us think through all the steps of the ceremony. Wrote us a most beautiful script and really listened to our wishes and preferences. I would HIGHLY recommend you to anyone who needs an officient.

My husband and I were married May 21st and are so happy we chose Amy as our officiant. She was…read moresuper easy to work with and really took the time to get to know us and what we wanted. Everyone at the ceremony commented that her comments were the perfect blend of traditional without being religious (our choice; she can do spiritual ceremonies) and reflected us. Can't recommend her highly enough!