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Whistlin Jacks Lodge

3.0 (47 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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DO NOT GO HERE - DO NOT USE CARD. Went for gas and some items in the store. The next day, they tried to charge my card TWICE for $150.

Jenna M.

Kyleigh is great. Erika is great. The chef is even better than great. And the cooks. Great. Bartender is great. If you're up 410 COME HERE! Stay here. Shop here. Great gifts (and I bet you didn't think I could use the word "great" one more time.)

Had the BEST time this weekend at Whistlin Jack's campsite. I had a hard time finding a camping reservation in the National park, so this was a perfect alternative. Booked 2 campsites for my group of 8 and it was the perfect space on the River with lots of space, including a fire pit and picnic table. It was secluded but also with the convenience of being next door to a little shop, bar, and restaurant (with great food). The location was also perfect - we did a nearby hike at Naches Loop and hug out at Bumping Lake. The staff at Whistlin Jack's was so friendly. I would come back and highly recommend!

A few of the performers in the fly ballet. They wouldn't even touch most of the food.

We have had several wonderful meals and a great stay in one of the cabins in years past, so for my birthday this evening, we decided to make the trip up for a nice, quiet dinner. It was memorable, but for all of the wrong reasons. We were greeted outside by two employees on their break, smoking cigarettes right in front of the entrance (not even close to the mandatory 25 feet away). When we got inside, we were shown to a table in the front row for what we called "The Housefly Ballet". There were at least 20 flies congregating. Our server, Stormi, was wonderful. She was attentive and professional. She was the only server in the dining room and was handling it very well. Now for the food. My husband ordered the Pot Roast. It was like leather. I could literally hear it squeaking on his teeth. The skin on the potatoes was so tough it was inedible. The gravy was obviously from a mix and was congealed and super salty. His French fries tasted like the oil they were cooked in hadn't been changed in weeks, so the fries had a vague cod/trout flavor to them. I ordered the Chicken "en" Penne with Lemon Chardonnay sauce. (Don't get me started on the extreme lack of any kind of grammatical or spelling correctness on the menu). The sauce was tasty and the chicken was well cooked, but the pasta was cooked to mush and there was four times the sauce that needed to be on the plate - it was soup. I will now laugh every time I drive past WJL and will only stop in the extreme need of a bathroom.

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“Located on 410 just west of Naches, the WJ is situated on the banks of the Naches River.”

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Squaw Rock Resort & Rv Park - pedestal shared by multiple RVs

Squaw Rock Resort & Rv Park

(13 reviews)

We stayed at this RV park for three nights last weekend. I'm giving it 3 stars rather than 4…read morebecause we were in the overflow area, which was basically a gravel parking lot with sites very close to each other. However, the main campground is much more wooded and pleasant (though the sites are still very close to each other.) I'd give it a 4 if we had stayed there. Pros: electricity, water and sewer were available at the site. The camp also has a pool (closed during these covid times), a small store, a restaurant, and it also looked like they sell propane on site though we didn't buy any. The park is in reasonable proximity to both Bumping Lake and Chinook Pass to the west and Naches and Yakima to the east. Cons: as I said, small sites and the overflow area was quite ugly. Also the men's bathroom is secured with a sliding chain safety lock which allows the door to open a bit before it engages. This allows someone outside to see you sitting in the throne when someone else tries to open the door. I don't know if the women's bathroom is the same way, but whoever thought that kind of lock was appropriate for a bathroom with no stalls or other privacy screens needs to try it once or twice and see how it feels. The price seemed pretty standard for RV parks with full hookups.

I made a reservation several months ago, and have asked one simple question, via email and phone…read morecall message: Do you have AC in your cabins. NOBODY has had the decency to even call or email me back. This place is terrible: I cancelled on April 24th, 2026 for a June 5th reservation. They better honor it. Terrible customer service. How difficult is it to respond? I had one simple question, due to my health issues.

Hotel Windrow

Hotel Windrow

(47 reviews)

We were stuck in Ellensburg due to weather related pass closures. It was so pleasant to find this…read morecharming downtown hotel in lieu of the corporate chain hotels by the freeway. Parking is a bit of a hassle and we ended up paying the $10 for hotel,parking in a lot around the corner. It was worth it as we could walk to restaurants within blocks of the hotel. As for the room itself, it was moderately sized but we had room for all our gear without tripping over anything. The king sized bed was comfortable with 5 pillows provided (the norm seems to be 4 nowadays). The room was very quiet but the bathroom has a sliding barn door which unfortunately doesn't muffle bathroom noises which should be private. Decor is soothing warm neutrals with a small sofa and a desk chair provided for seating. There is a small frig but no microwave. Keurig is provided for in room coffee but I would recommend going down to the lobby where fresh brewed coffee seems to be provided. 22/7. We did not check out the rooftop garden due to the weather. Would've enjoyed a drink in the cozy bar adjacent to the lobby but it doesn't seem to be open yet. I would definitely stay here again should I have the need to overnight in Ellensburg.

-- Beautiful Hotel, Deeply Disappointing Hospitality…read more We chose Hotel Windrow for our son's 19th birthday weekend while visiting him at college in Ellensburg. After reading the wonderful reviews, we were excited to enjoy what appeared to be a charming hotel with exceptional hospitality. Unfortunately, our experience with Cassie, who identified herself as the shift manager, was anything but hospitable. On October 16, around 5 PM, I went downstairs to request bedding for our pullout sofa, which had not been prepared despite the hotel knowing the number of guests on our reservation. Rather than requesting room delivery, I offered to carry the bedding upstairs myself because we had dinner reservations. What should have been a simple request quickly became an unnecessarily confrontational interaction. Cassie, who was not wearing a name badge, informed me that the pullout sofa in our room was not up to fire code and was not supposed to be in the bedroom. Naturally, I found this alarming. Why would a hotel provide sleeping accommodations that its own manager suggested were not compliant with fire-safety requirements? She then explained that an employee had failed to report to work, that she was understaffed, and that assisting guests checking in took priority over helping me. She also said she could not provide an estimated time for the bedding because she was spending too much time assisting me. I remained calm, patient, and soft-spoken throughout the exchange. In fact, I spoke so quietly that she repeatedly leaned forward to hear me. Yet her demeanor was abrasive, impatient, dismissive, and increasingly hostile. After I returned upstairs and explained what happened, my husband went downstairs to ask about the concerning fire-code statement. When Cassie eventually brought the bedding to our room, rather than simply resolving the issue, she accused me of being aggressive and suggested that we might have to be removed from the hotel. All of this over a request for bedding. She also stated that her adrenaline was so high that her hands were shaking. I found that reaction bewildering given the nature of our interaction. When hotel surveillance and audio recordings were mentioned, I welcomed their review because I strongly dispute her characterization of my behavior. Cassie repeatedly mentioned that she was supposed to be off work at 5 PM. While I sympathize with staffing shortages and long shifts, those frustrations should never be directed toward paying guests. Interestingly, I also observed her affectionately referring to her blue heeler, who was waiting in the lobby, as her "baby" while interacting with another guest. The warmth of that exchange stood in stark contrast to the hostility I experienced. My husband eventually returned downstairs to ask whether we could expect a peaceful remainder of our stay. According to him, Cassie agreed to do what was necessary. But why should a family celebrating their son's birthday have to negotiate for a peaceful hotel stay? Hospitality is not simply attractive accommodations and positive online reviews. It is how guests are treated when they need assistance. We were not requesting special treatment, compensation, or anything unreasonable. We simply needed bedding that should have been provided before check-in. I sincerely hope Hotel Windrow's leadership reviews this incident, including the available surveillance footage, clarifies the troubling fire-code statement, and addresses the level of professionalism demonstrated by its shift manager. Our experience was drastically different from the warm, welcoming hospitality we anticipated in Ellensburg. There is a difference between being understaffed and being inhospitable. Guests should never feel belittled, intimidated, or threatened with removal simply for requesting basic service. A beautiful hotel cannot compensate for an absence of genuine hospitality.

Historic Hotel Packwood - Halloween!

Historic Hotel Packwood

(21 reviews)

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We booked this place for 10 days and opened it a month old since Covid. Rooms are newly renovated…read moreso yeah - Chaching! We scored! It was an honor to be part of this historic landmark hotel which was established circa 1912. There are 9 rooms in which 5 rooms have their own private bathroom. The other 4 shared two bathroom. Each rooms are named after favorite local hiking trail. Each room are also decorated with combinations of William Morris wallpapers with dark and light hues. If you see it in person, it seems like you're time traveled from the first time it was established. They were also able to preserved some of the original wood and decorations inside this historic hotel. Alyssa one of the staffs is the most kindest and warmest person who always greeted us. Her and other staffs worked so hard together to keep the place going and cozy as much as possible. There's also a fire place that's available to use during winter. Also a complimentary coffee, tea and cider to help warm you after a chilly hike somewhere. Every where yo set your eyes in this place has a very special touch from people whose involved in this place. Glad we stayed here throughout our Juander Mt. Rainier. Best decision to book here! The creaky floor was one of the original thing here so t'was a fun bonus. Walk slowly fellow Juanderers.... Cons: Price is too steep and for the 10 days that we booked here we only got 10% discount and at the time they don't serve breakfast nor dinner. No microwave available for everyone to use, it would be nice if they put one and is available to use at any time. Would love to come back and hopefully they'll give a certain big discount next time. Mahalo for reading and happy juandering fellow yeeps!

What a gem!!! My wife found this place online and was I ever glad that she did!!! A gorgeously…read moreupdated historic building that is comfortable, clean and amazing! My only regret is not getting to stay longer.

Silver Ridge Ranch

Silver Ridge Ranch

(20 reviews)

Did not enjoy the tent camping sites very much. For the price, they were not private at all. The…read moreglamping sites looked much better! The bathrooms were also very gross and looked like they hadn't been cleaned in weeks. There were several groups who were extremely loud past quiet hours, which was very disruptive since the campsites were pretty communal. The people at the front desk were very kind and welcoming, though! I just personally would not recommend the tent campsites.

I had the opportunity to spend some time at Silver Ridge Ranch this past month. I highly recommend…read morethis resort.The views can't be beat. Some of the amenities available are hiking, horseback riding, camping for RV's, tents, biking and even glamping areas. There are quaint towns nearby for sightseeing. Silver Ridge Ranch has the cutest little bar on site called The Watering Hole, open on Fridays and Saturdays which is perfect to stop in for a small bite and drink. Great relaxing amenity for campers or locals to enjoy a drink and good conversation. This is the perfect venue for weddings, reunions, business conferences ,... I witnessed the manager, Lauren, handle a situation very professionally. A group that was demanding and rude were really giving her a hard time and she politely and calmly dealt with them. The lodge is beautiful and clean. the scenery is unmatched, and the staff is very friendly and accommodating. We definitely plan to return. Thanks Silver Ridge!

Hotel Roslyn - Welcome in to our boutique located in our lobby!

Hotel Roslyn

(10 reviews)

A close friend of ours recommended this fabulous boutique of a hotel to stay at for her daughter's…read morewedding. We absolutely loved staying here at the Hotel Roslyn. It happens to be in downtown Cle Elum, and as in with walking distance to a few local bars and restaurants. From the moment we stepped in, we felt so much at home. The space was warm and charming with attention to detail on all levels. The room had an appealing modern atmosphere. The cozy bed with luxury sheets and pillows were amazing to sleep in. We loved having our coffee in the morning in the front room with the small kitchenette. We also enjoyed having access to a fridge where we could bring back a nice bottle of wine for a nightcap. When we went to check out, I have the pleasure of meeting the owner, Ellen and her adorable dog Lady. The lobby is quite elegant with treasure troves a beautiful treasures. I shared with her that we truly enjoyed our stay and definitely will be back!

Last week I last minute booked a 1 night stay at Hotel Roslyn for a Saturday night. My mom and I…read moreneeded to be in Cle Elum Sunday morning, so I figured it be a fun girl's getaway for the night in Roslyn. I did see they were listed on Airbnb as well, but I booked directly through their website, we got the King studio for around $200 for the night. The morning of check-in I received an email for a contactless check-in, that was a nice touch! The hotel is in a great location and main street is just around the corner from it! We parked on the street, got into our room with the code they emailed us, and walked into town for dinner. The room is super cute! Nice modern touches all around. The walls are kinda thin, later in the night we heard ppl downstairs, it sounded like in the staircase, and it was pretty loud, but didn't last for long. The bed was comfy, they had dishes, mini fridge (no freezer in this room), and a convenient microwave. I did notice this hotel is listed on Redfin for sale ($4+ mill, I was just poking around Redfin and noticed the listing). Hopefully if they sell, the facilities will stay as nice! I asked the front desk and they have been open for almost 2 years they said. Looks brand spanking new still, especially compared to the historic buildings of Roslyn. Loved our stay here and would recommend to friends under current management! (which a friend did end up booking for a weekend because she saw my photos I posted on my IG hehe)

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