Explore the Hotel

EXPLORE THE HOTEL

Once the Waucoma Hotel, now fully reimagined, Lightwell blends historic bones with modern amenities. Expect laid-back luxury, Gorge-ready gear, spa days that stick with you, and four dining spots to refuel and fill your cup. Whether you’re hiking high, pedaling, or just here for the wine, you’ve found a Hood River, Oregon hotel that's the perfect place to land.

Let The Light In

BE WELL, STAY WELL

A Hood River stay that meets you where you are: slow mornings, spontaneous detours, dinners that turn into storytelling sessions. Fresh off the river or just back from wine tasting, our 69 thoughtfully designed rooms, wellness spa, and restaurants keep things easy and elevated.

About The Hotel

Historic Hood River Hotel

MODERN HOTEL AMENITIES

DOWNTOWN HOOD
RIVER LOCATION
COLUMBIA GORGE
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
ON-SITE COFFEE
SHOP & MARKET
MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT
IN HOOD RIVER
PET-FRIENDLY HOTEL
ROOMS & AMENITIES
HOOD RIVER MEETING
& EVENT VENUES
ROOFTOP BAR
WITH GORGE VIEWS
LOBBY BAR
AND LOUNGE
ADVENTURE CONCIERGE
IN HOOD RIVER
SPA WITH SAUNA
HOT TUB & COLD PLUNGE
69 BOUTIQUE
HOTEL ROOMS
HISTORIC HOTEL WITH
MODERN AMENITIES

Bring Your Dog Along

PET FRIENDLY HOTEL

We're proud to be a pet-friendly hotel in Hood River, welcoming pups with a treat, toy, and cleanup bags at check in (bowls on request). Up to two dogs per room (25 lbs or under), $45/night per pup. Let us know they're coming, undeclared dogs at check-in will fetch a $250 fee. To keep tails wagging, please do not leave your dog alone in your room (housekeeping will not enter), leash your dog in shared spaces, and use designated pet areas.

BOOK A PET FRIENDLY STAY

Where To Park In Hood River

GETTING HERE

We make arriving in Hood River easy, whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or just swinging by for dinner downtown. Undercover valet parking is available (fees apply), and may be reserved when booking your stay. Street parking is also available throughout downtown Hood River.

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Aerial view of Hood River at sunset with city lights, the Columbia River, and surrounding mountains, showcasing the scenic location near Lightwell Hotel.

The Lightwell Legacy

A HOTEL WITH HISTORY

Originally built in 1904 as the Waucoma Hotel, the Lightwell is restored, refreshed, and ready for what’s next. Our historic Hood River hotel has been completely reimagined as a place to stay, gather, and write your own story in the heart of Hood River.

ABOUT LIGHTWELL

“The boutique Lightwell Hotel & Spa offers well-appointed rooms and panoramic Gorge views along with an on-site Mediterranean restaurant, Hood River’s first rooftop bar and a luxurious spa.”

– Portland Monthly

“It’s a boutique hotel, but it’s also a historic hotel,” said developer Carrington “Ceb” Barrs. “We’re blending modern comfort and features in the rooms with significant historic nods throughout the public spaces—while keeping the exterior as historically accurate as possible.”

– Columbia Gorge News

“For the first time in a century, downtown Hood River has a full service hotel again.⁠ The central architectural feature—and namesake—of the project is a four‑story light well, formed in 1910 as an L‑shaped annex. ⁠Fully uncovered and restored, it brings natural sunlight streaming in from a glass ceiling to both the restaurant and the guest rooms that surround it.”

– Sip Magazine