Best Off-Season Northwest Escapes for Couples and Families
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Courtesy The Society Hotel; credit: We Are PDX
The Society Hotel, Bingen, Washington
This sleek, minimalist hotel (which is actually a converted 1908 schoolhouse!) on the scenic Columbia River Gorge features crisp Scandi-modern spaces and a unique bathhouse and spa.
Stay in: Spacious rooms and private cabins offer stylish, modern accommodations; there is also a hostel-like bunkroom, in case you’ve got a crew of teens with you looking for more independence. A main attraction is the groovy bathhouse, where various saltwater pools await inside and out. Afterwards, chill at the café and library lounge, or stroll around the pretty courtyard.
Head out: The Columbia River Gorge is one of the region’s most spectacular natural wonders, with jaw-dropping landscapes to behold at every turn. On the Oregon side of the gorge, viewing the dozens of incredible waterfalls is a must. Stop by the charming town of Hood River to browse cute shops and nosh at restaurants; transportation buffs will appreciate a stop at the Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum.
Next stop: Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort
