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    Unfinished drywall patch.

    I expected more for $200.00 plus a night. I can overlook and understand one or two items but this just appears to be "were the only game in town" mentality. If you have a different option I encourage you to utilize it.

    Kate A.

    For the very low price that we paid here for a room during the high summer months, the room was good -- clean but worn -- about what you would expect for less trafficked tourist area. We would have given it a 3, maybe even a 4 normally. And if you are coming to stay during colder months when the bugs are gone, you'll be comfortable/fine. But my dog and I were relegated to the far right corner room that had *a hole* in the door above the lock that you could see right into the room through (with a clear view of the bed with your naked eye), and the traffic along the road next to the room was very loud in the early morning (think 5:30am) and woke us up. My friend who was sans dog got a much nicer room towards the middle of the rooms, back near the woods where it was quiet -- so make sure you ask for a room "closer to the back" of the property. Wireless internet access was slow, spotty. Perhaps because of the hole in the door, we encountered 7+ bugs during our stay (after I started counting), with one bug crawling on the bedsheet! Air conditioner was deafening loud but worked well.

    Renata B.

    I've stayed here several times. It's not expensive, great location, very simple cute cabins. It's my go to place! Staff are great! Will always stay here, it's within walking distance too!

    Stayed in a room for just one night. Rooms are very nice and clean. Price = little over priced. $88 for a single queen size bed. Staff= there older people that run it. There on the rude side for sure. The property dos have a for sale sign out front.

    Dead bug in cup

    We decided on a whim to keep driving east after a day of fishing at lake Diablo. By the time we got to Winthrop the only lodging available was the Idle A While in Twisp. As we pulled into the parking lot my first thought was of the Bates Motel....it looks very murdery from the outside. There are no amenities to speak of even though it says they have a hot tub and sauna online. The front desk attendant told my husband it was "too hot" to keep open... We reserved a double queen room but it was double booked or something because they upgraded us to a cabin with two fulls and a twin with kitchen for the same price. It was very outdated and stocked with cheap plastic service wear and folgers coffee. Th ed first thing I noticed when checking out the room was 2 very dirty hand towels sitting in the bathroom sink. Later I tried to use one of the paper cups but there was a dead bug under the plastic bag so I decided to pass. Had we brought our tent I would've rather saved the $130 and camped instead. For that price I expect the rooms to be clean and have basic amenties. The furniture was so old and chipped up and the bedding was ancient. I wouldn't recommend this place unless you're truly desperate like we were.

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    Lovely lodge in Winthrop where you have access to some hiking trails and bike trails, pool and hot…read moretubs. The restaurant is pretty good, but make a reservation if you want to dine there as it gets pretty busy in the summer. The surroundings are beautiful and you can explore during the day then relax in a comfortable room at night. Staff was friendly. Note - North Cascades are not exactly close so you should have a car if you want to explore the mountains.

    In all my travel experiences, fifty + years worth, I have never experienced such chaotic food…read moreservices as I experienced during my new years eve trip last month. The details are too long an involved to go into, but suffice it to say in a three night stay, the evening meals two of the three nights were 2 hour almost comical mis-adventures. After the last meal, capped off by the smell of a rotten cleaning rag left on the table behind us (reeking of rotten fish) my wife and I just lost it laughing at the complete absurdity of the whole situation. Oh, and by the way, the food ain't cheap. After the first night, I would have eaten outside the lodge, but that is impractical as the closest restaurants are in Winthrop which is mostly closed in the evening and a pretty tough drive down slick roads and back. To be fair, the new years eve celebratory meal (at $105 PP) was pretty good and not chaotic. (I am told the lodge owners were dining there that evening which may have affected the service) The lodge itself is nice, although our room, a fireplace room in the Gardner lodge was pretty worn and dated. In my mind, this place is nowhere worth what they charge and the difficulty of getting there. The upscale lodges in Leavenworth are for better,

    Hotel Rio Vista - The weed garden right outside the patio door in front of beautiful Methow river.

    Hotel Rio Vista

    (66 reviews)

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    If you're looking for a place that perfectly captures the spirit of the Old West after the gold…read morerush failed and everyone left town, this is it. The parking lot is a rodeo for compact cars only -- if you drive anything bigger than a Mini Cooper, good luck partner. The riverside 'sitting area' is less 'tranquil escape' and more 'Botanical Exhibit: Weeds of the Northwest.' A $20 Home Depot run could have fixed it, but apparently tumbleweed chic was the design choice. The scenic walkway is cleverly positioned right in front of your windows, so the choice is either: (a) enjoy your 'river view' or (b) star in a reality show called People Watching Me in My Pajamas. The walls are so thin you'll know exactly when your neighbor sneezes, flushes, or thinks deep thoughts about life. The western theme? Let's just say it's like someone googled "cowboy wood" and gave up halfway. The mix of cedar, pine, and random lumber scraps feels less John Wayne and more Home Depot clearance bin. And the bathroom? Oh, half of it is in the bedroom. Because nothing says romance like brushing your teeth while your partner is still in bed watching you. Five stars for location. Zero stars for everything else. Would only recommend if your idea of a Wild West vacation includes thin walls, awkward parking, and bathrooms that refuse to commit to a single room.

    Update: Check your receipt after staying here. I just noticed we were charged twice for our stay,…read moreso I'm having to deal with the credit card company to have one of the charges removed. I'm glad my husband caught it when reviewing our statement, so make sure to check yours too. The room itself was quaint and fit the character of the western town. It was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the view over the creek was beautiful. The only odd design choice was the sink being located in the main part of the room rather than in the separate toilet/shower area, which made brushing teeth and washing up a little awkward. Unfortunately, we were rudely woken up at 9 am by someone aggressively trying to enter our room. I'm fairly certain it was a cleaning person, though check-out wasn't until 11 am, so I have no idea why they'd be trying to clean our room so early. When I looked through the peephole, I saw it was a small man wearing a cap, so I wasn't about to open the door to confront him. He continued trying to open the door for 2-3 minutes before finally giving up. An hour later, when we were ready to depart around 10 am, I went to the office to find out what all the ruckus was all about, but it was locked and completely unattended. We left feeling uneasy, and although the room and setting were nice, the unsettling experience means we probably wouldn't stay here again.

    The Inn At Mazama - Fir king room in the main lodge

    The Inn At Mazama

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    I had a marvelous one night stay at the Inn at Mazama a couple of weeks ago (July 11th) and it was…read morethe perfect way to wind down after a full day of hiking in North Cascades National Park. After our hike, we made our way to Mazama, stopping at the Mazama Store before heading over to the inn, at which point we realized how tiny and great Mazama really is! We arrived to the hotel around 2:00pm and I was happy to learn our room was ready for check in. A friendly gentleman handled the process and though he shared he doesn't usually work the front desk, you honestly wouldn't have known as check in was smooth, welcoming, and effortless. Our room was located on the second floor of the main building, and to our surprise, it was actually a loft style room which was a really fun bonus! The room also had a small balcony, a kitchenette with a mini fridge, Keurig, and microwave (I think) and even though the bathroom was on the smaller side, the shower was excellent... I love a good hot shower with great pressure. After dinner, we relaxed by dipping our feet into the hot tub before spending some time in the cozy common area upstairs which again felt warm and homey. The entire property was clean, quiet, and really well maintained. Overall, the price was reasonable, especially considering the area and the level of comfort. I had researched several lodging options of various tiers around both Mazama and Winthrop and I feel confident that I made the right choice. The Inn at Mazama is a gem for anyone wanting to unwind in nature without sacrificing comfort. I would absolutely 100% stay here again!

    What a wonderfully cute place to stay. It was a delightful respite on our travels from Seattle…read moreacross Highway 20 in the North Cascades. After several day hikes, the hot tub was a great addition. The staff was great. The rooms were great, there are these lovely common areas with comfortable seating and amenities, a fireplace really just great all around. Do not miss the Mazama store, there's a secret path between the Inn and the store. It has an amazing bakery.

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