3 Best Day Trips from Portland, OR | Condé Nast Traveler

"Right in the middle of downtown, The Hood River Hotel marries historical intrigue with hipster cool. Walk into the old brick building’s narrow, but spacious, lobby and a black-and-white checkered floor greets you, just as it has for more than a century. Sleek modern couches flank a working fireplace with a crackling fire, while the head of an elk looms above. Indie rock pipes through the speakers while the din of diners at Broder Ost next door lends an almost party-like atmosphere. There’s nothing cookie-cutter about this place. Every room is different; try to book a river-view room so you can peek at the action on the Columbia. The lounge is fun; there’s free coffee. Or cocoon in your room and order up a bucket of mimosas for two ($15), or six icy-cold beers ($20-$32)." - Danielle Centoni