At Lightwell Hotel & Spa, you can look forward to concerts and live shows, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Rooftop, serves light fare. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with 2 bars and a hot tub.
Located in Hood River, Lightwell Hotel & Spa is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Columbia River Gorge. Mount Hood Railroad and Hood River Lavender Farms are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Hood River travel guide
201 Cascade Ave, Hood River, OR, 97031
What's nearby
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Mount Hood Railroad
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Hood River
8 min walk - 0.7 km
History Museum of Hood River County
11 min walk - 0.9 km
Hood River Marina
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Bingen-White Salmon Station
9 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX)
63 min drive
Restaurants
Pfriem Family Brewers
13 min walk
Double Mountain Brewery
2 min walk
The Walled Garden (A Kings & Daughters Public House)
2 min walk
Solstice Wood Fire Cafe
10 min walk
Full Sail Brewing Company
4 min walk
About this property
Lightwell Hotel & Spa
Upscale hotel remodeled in 2025 and located near Columbia River Gorge
At Lightwell Hotel & Spa, you can look forward to concerts and live shows, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Rooftop, serves light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as 2 bars and a hot tub.
Other perks include:
Breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
Evening entertainment, 2 meeting rooms, and games
Smoke-free premises, books, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All 69 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
Food and drink
Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 15 for adults and USD 12 to 15 for children
2 bars/lounges
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Basecamp Cafe
Lobby Bar
Rooftop
Things to do
Books
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Full-service spa
Games
Piano
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Lockers
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Firepit
In a nature reserve
Outdoor furniture
Full-service spa
3 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Prenatal massages
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Swedish massages
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
Elevator (36 inch wide door)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
4 floors
Built in 1904
Fireplace in lobby
Renovated entire property - September 2025
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Hulu
Netflix
Smart TV with digital channels
Streaming services
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
0.57 percent tourism fee will be charged
Destination fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 15 for adults, and USD 12 to 15 for children
Self parking fee: USD 10 per day
Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Frequently asked questions
Is Lightwell Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?
Yes, Lightwell Hotel & Spa allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 45 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Lightwell Hotel & Spa?
As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lightwell Hotel & Spa on Jun 17, 2026 start from ₩259,737, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 10 per day.
What time is check-in at Lightwell Hotel & Spa?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Lightwell Hotel & Spa?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lightwell Hotel & Spa located?
Located in the heart of Hood River, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Hood Railroad and Columbia River Gorge. Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is steps away.
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Reviews
Lightwell Hotel & Spa Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Excellent location and awesome amenities, cool vibe and perfect for those traveling without kids. Smallish and stylish rooms with everything you need and then some.
The Lightwell will be my go to if visiting Hood River again. Stay here!
Perfect location in the heart of Hood River. A block from the train station and a short walk to waterfront. Very clean and chic hotel. Rooftop bar area was nice with beautiful river view. Rooms are tiny and thin walls (but they do provide ear plugs). Will plan to stay here again soon.
I stayed in a tiny king room. It was definitely small and would be perfect for a solo traveler. The room was immaculate and cozy. The hot soak tub and sauna were so nice to have available. Everything was within walking distance too. I will be back!
Kelly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jon
Jan 21, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is amazing. Great staff, excellent spa, awesome location.
Jon
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Victoria
Feb 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel itself was beautifull and the staff were fantastic! The rooms were clean and cute, the pool was relaxing. Great location too!
Victoria
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracy
Mar 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Conveniently located near many shops and restaurants. Perfect location right off the highway. Gorgeous view! Staff was very helpful.
The
Lightwell is a wonderful little hotel in a great location. Easy walk to all of downtown Hood River. Everything was clean, well taken care of with friendly staff. Rooms are small with no onsite parking, however parking was close.
I stayed in the room for business reasons. The staff were amazing, the room was clean and the hotel had a great vibe. I would return if Im in the area again!
Getting in the property through the main door can be challenging (steps and doors are in the way when you are carrying luggage) but we found out that there a door on the side which is a lot easier to get in. Overall very nice, the room was some smaller than expected. We had a nice time at the spa. Definitely recommended if you stay in Hood River.
Excellent space- clean & classy! Perfect location that’s walking distance to all the best things in downtown Hood River.
The hot tub/spa area is an amazing bonus.
Relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Friendly, welcoming staff. Smooth and easy checking. Room was super clean with a scenic river view. Highly recommend this new (with old world charm) hotel in one of our favorite spots in all of Oregon.
Enjoyed the hot tub the most. Room was small but expected in a historic building. Room was clean and modern. Loved the shower head…so much we bought one on-line. Loved all the local shops within walking distance of the hotel. Would definitely stay here again. Not disappointed.
Small, noisy but comfortable rooms. Very minimal no fridge, microwave or bench/chair. Great spot to access downtown Hood River.
At checking we were handed our key cards and they said have a good stay. No instructions of when pool, sauna was open. No instructions about when and where coffee was an available. We were able to take our own drinks up to the roof top because it is not open for drinks or food yet.
This is a perfect property for a couples get away or a family with children over the age of 16. Unfortunately I’m neither. We did a late check in and had a hard time finding parking in front of the hotel. Our room was very very small and the bed was too firm. Unfortunately the sound down the hall and the neighboring rooms was too loud. I left the property feeling very tired and sore. We are thankful for the help unloading our luggage and for the cleanliness of the room. Hopefully at a later time we can enjoy the spa benefits on their own.
Deisy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
NADENE
Nov 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless. The robes were super cozy and luxurious. Staff was accommodating and courteous. Well located. Incredible food. Excellent ambiance. Just delightful all around.
We were THRILLED to know that the hotel was finally open and available for an overnight during our Thanksgiving travels. There were the obligatory minute challenges with it being so newly opened during our visit but the service and hospitality far outweighed any inconvenience we encountered. The hotel is absolutely wonderful from top to bottom and the investment in everything from the outside bricks to the gorgeous tile was very obvious. We were disappointed in a few aspects of our stay such as the spa/hot pool not yet being available but the beautiful building, wonderful staff, service, and atmosphere more than made up for that.
Shae
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ian
Apr 6, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
While charming and the spa was nice, our stay here left something to be desired. First, the room smelled like kitty litter, not really sure why. Second, the room featured a mini-split for heating/cooling which was appreciated since the small room easily got too warm at night even in April (and the it was too noisy outside to leave the window open). But the AC was aimed directly at our heads as we slept, which made sleeping difficult. (Already a challenge thanks to the couple arguing in the next room until 1am, and loud music from the bar across the street). Not the worst stay, and staff were nice, but next time we’ll probably try a different hotel.
Ian
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
4/10 Poor
Drew
Nov 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very new and very clean. Bar staff was top notch. The rooms were boiling hot and managment has the thermostats locked to heat only. Each room has its own split system so it makes no sense to have them locked...made the night unbearable with no sleep.