
Skamania Lodge
Best for travelers who want a full-service resort with a spa, variety of on-site activities, and multiple dining options.
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Skamania Lodge is a full-service, family-friendly resort in Stevenson, WA, with an on-site spa, heated indoor pool, and year-round outdoor activities. Columbia Gorge Inn is a lower-cost, 2-star budget inn on the Cascade Locks riverwalk for travelers who want a simple base steps from Gorge landmarks.
Updated · about 6.5 km apart

Best for travelers who want a full-service resort with a spa, variety of on-site activities, and multiple dining options.

Best for budget-minded travelers who want a simple room steps from the Columbia River, Bridge of the Gods, and local Gorge trails.
When Skamania Lodge wins: choose Skamania Lodge if you want resort amenities (Waterleaf Spa, indoor heated pool, saunas, guided activities, on-site golf, zipline and multiple dining outlets) and space for families or events.
When Columbia Gorge Inn wins: pick Columbia Gorge Inn if your priority is a lower nightly rate and a Cascade Locks riverwalk location within easy walking distance of the Bridge of the Gods and local boat/interpretive sites.
Bottom line: Skamania Lodge is the higher‑amenity, full-service option for guests staying on the Washington side of the Gorge; Columbia Gorge Inn is a straightforward, budget-friendly Oregon-side choice close to key Gorge attractions.
| Category | Skamania Lodge | Columbia Gorge Inn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Full-service wooded resort with on-site activities and event spaces | Simple, budget-focused inn on the Cascade Locks riverwalk |
| Location | Stevenson, WA — on 175 acres above the Columbia River Gorge; shuttle to Stevenson | Cascade Locks, OR — on the riverwalk, steps from Columbia River Gorge and local attractions |
| Distance between properties | about 6.5 km from Columbia Gorge Inn | |
| Size | 254 guest rooms and suites (full-service resort with multiple venues) | 29 guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All-ages resort with family rooms, playground, and kid-friendly pool hours | Not adults-only; standard inn for general travelers |
| Pools & water access | Large heated indoor pool, indoor whirlpool hot tub, saunas, outdoor hot tub | Not published |
| Restaurants & bars | Three on-site venues including Cascade Dining Room and River Rock Lounge | Restaurant for guests plus a snack bar/deli and a bar/lounge |
| Spa & wellness | Full-service Waterleaf Spa with massages, HydraFacial and body treatments | Hair salon on site; full spa services Not published |
| Known for | Resort activities: zipline, ropes course, golf course, spa and event spaces | Convenient riverwalk location near Bridge of the Gods and Gorge trails |
| Parking & transport | On-site self-parking (included with resort fee per some sources); free shuttle to Stevenson | Free self parking and free RV/bus/truck parking on site |
| Wi‑Fi & practical | Free Wi‑Fi throughout the lodge; mandatory resort fee covers some amenities | Free WiFi and refrigerators/microwaves in rooms; express check-out |
Skamania Lodge sits on 175 wooded acres above the Columbia River Gorge in Stevenson, WA, with easy access to Gorge viewpoints and river activities.
Skamania is the larger, more removed resort property with grounds and on-site access to Gorge activities.
Columbia Gorge Inn sits on the Cascade Locks riverwalk in downtown Cascade Locks, OR — a short walk to the Bridge of the Gods and local waterfront sites.
Columbia Gorge Inn is a compact, walkable base for exploring Cascade Locks and the Oregon-side Gorge attractions.
Skamania Lodge offers a wide range of room types from standard lodge rooms to treehouses, cabins and multi-bedroom villas.
Pick Skamania for more room choices and larger accommodations for families or groups.
Columbia Gorge Inn is a small inn with standard room types aimed at budget-minded travelers.
Columbia Gorge Inn provides basic, comfortable rooms with in-room fridges and microwaves for travelers wanting simplicity.
Skamania Lodge has multiple on-site dining outlets covering full meals and casual pub fare.
Skamania is the better choice if you want varied on-site dining without leaving the property.
Columbia Gorge Inn offers a small on-site restaurant plus a snack bar/deli and a bar/lounge.
Columbia Gorge Inn covers basics for meals and drinks but expect fewer on-site options than Skamania.
Skamania Lodge centers much guest activity around its pool and outdoor adventure offerings.
If pool access and hot tubs matter to you, Skamania provides more extensive, scheduled pool amenities.
Columbia Gorge Inn's supplier listing does not publish a pool on site.
Columbia Gorge Inn focuses on proximity to the Columbia River rather than on-site pool facilities.
Skamania Lodge offers a full-service spa and a mix of low-key nightlife options on site.
Skamania is the pick for spa treatments and a more full-featured wellness program.
Columbia Gorge Inn has basic guest services and a hair salon listed in the supplier facts.
Columbia Gorge Inn is suitable if you want simple services and easy access to outdoor excursions rather than an on-site spa.

Skamania Lodge — Waterleaf Spa, saunas, pool and outdoor hot tub make it the clear choice for spa-focused stays.

Columbia Gorge Inn — lower category (2-star) lodging in Cascade Locks for travelers watching costs.

Skamania Lodge — playground, zipline, ropes course, golf and family‑friendly pool hours suit families.

Columbia Gorge Inn — riverwalk location places you a short walk from the Bridge of the Gods and waterfront sites.
Columbia Gorge Inn is closer on foot — it sits on the Cascade Locks riverwalk a short walk from the Bridge of the Gods; Skamania Lodge is a short drive away.
The supplier listing for Columbia Gorge Inn does not publish a pool on site.
Yes — Skamania Lodge is family-friendly with playgrounds, family rooms, kid-friendly pool hours and onsite activities for children.
Skamania Lodge has the Waterleaf Spa with massages and facial treatments; Columbia Gorge Inn lists a hair salon but a full spa is Not published.
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