4 Unique Stays in Washington State That Will Have You Packing Your Bags
You’ve left the beaten path in the rearview. You’re ready to explore all that Washington has to offer. But where do you start? While we are partial to Walla Walla, the options are limitless in our great state. Whether you’re basking at Cameo Heights Mansion in the heart of our very own wine country or climbing to new heights to reach a secluded yurt in the hills, there’s an adventure to remember waiting in the Evergreen State.
Finding Your Perfect Stay in Washington’s Most Unique Hotels
It’s time. Time to put the car in drive. Time to embark on your best Washington adventure yet. And your trip wouldn’t be complete without a visit to some of the state’s most exclusive hotels. Here’s what you need to know about planning your unique Washington stay.
Cameo Heights Mansion
If you’re ready to relax like royalty right here in the heart of Washington Wine Country, Cameo Heights Mansion has just what you need. Ditch the passport for this international trip to one of their ornately decorated rooms. Book the French Suite and open the doors (literally) to a breezy mountain oasis with a French-style Juliet soaking tub and a gas fireplace. Unwind in the spacious Dubai Suite and bask in a marble-covered bathroom and chandelier-adorned ceiling.
The best part about the Mansion? You never have to leave. Park the car for the weekend and indulge in all the property has to offer from five-star dining at The Vine to a waterfall pool with a built-in hot tub to a driving range and game room to a private theater room and more.
Somebody drop the mic.
2. Cave B Inn and Spa
Located just east of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is Cave B Inn and Spa. The luxurious, vineyard-side inn rooms are breath-taking in their own right, but the real magic happens in Cave B’s Cavern Rooms and Yurts.
Yes—we said yurts. Climb to new heights and immerse yourself in a wilderness stay without the inconvenience of, well, the wilderness. Cave B’s Yurts are equipped with patio decks, queen-size beds, comfortable bathrooms, air conditioning, kitchenettes, environmental-conscious manufacturing, and unparalleled views of the Columbia River Valley. There’s nothing quite like it.
3. Hotel Bellwether
Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham is ideally situated for a stunning sunset over Bellingham Bay. Nearly all the rooms boast a view of either the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest or the salty Bay, but you’ll want to set your sights on the Lighthouse Suite.
While the suite is luxurious in every way boasting wet bars, air-jetted tubs, and gas fireplaces, what makes this suite better than the rest is it’s three-story, panoramic views. Take in the flawless views of the San Juan Islands, Squalicum Harbor, the city of Bellingham, and Bellingham Bay. Here’s your chance to live the life of a lighthouse keeper.
4. Paradise Inn
Mount Rainier may, very well, be one of the most notable natural wonders in Washington State. If you’re visiting the mountain, the historic Paradise Inn is the only place to stay. The 121-room mountainside lodge is located within the park gates and a grand sitting room, cafe, and full-service dining room.
But it’s not what’s on the inside that matters here. You’ll be itching to explore the many forest hiking trails, see the glaciers up close, cascade through wildflowers, and breath in the best of Mother Nature. Ahhh.
So what are you waiting for? You’ll only regret the trip you didn’t take—start exploring the beauty of the Evergreen State today.
- Jodie Chapman