Columbia Gorge Hotel, Hood RiverColumbia Gorge Hotel in Hood River, United States has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 5 of 7 hotels we score in Hood River. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.5. Rooms from about $267 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Columbia Gorge Hotel is a historic 40-room property standing on cliffs above the Columbia River in Hood River, Oregon, inside the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Built by Simon Benson, it keeps much of its original character, including antique furnishings and a hand-cranked elevator, alongside a spa, landscaped grounds and a restaurant with river views. Facilities cover a pool, hot tub, sauna, gym and meeting rooms, and pets and children are welcome. Rates start at $267 a night, with some rooms looking over the water. It suits travellers wanting a characterful base for exploring the gorge. The building is old, so expect period fittings rather than a contemporary style, and it is reportedly haunted.What stands out

Cliffside setting with river views

Historic building with original features

Spa, pool, sauna and hot tub

Restaurant and room service on site

Watch out for

Reportedly haunted

Historic decor, not modern styling

Better-scored in Hood River

Best Western Plus Hood River, Hood River: 3.8 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $248 a night. The Best Western Plus Hood River is a contemporary lodge located on the banks of the Columbia River in Hood River.

Lightwell Hotel And Spa, Hood River: 3.7 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $187 a night. Lightwell Hotel and Spa is a boutique hotel on Cascade Avenue in downtown Hood River, Oregon, in a building with roughly 120 years of history.

Hampton Inn And Suites Hood River, Hood River: 3.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $231 a night. Hampton Inn and Suites Hood River sits at 1 Nichols Pkwy just off I-84, within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.