End of Summer But Not The End of Relaxation!

August is finally here and that means squeezing in those last-minute vacations. Whether you’re looking to unwind before the start of another hectic school year or you want to have one last grand adventure before summer comes to an end, Celilo Inn has a package for you! The following is a list of packages we’re offering for the month of August.

Adventure Package

Whether you’re a whitewater rafting pro or a beginner you will love the Celilo Inn Adventure Package! For $300 you will receive one night in our King View Room with a panoramic view of the Columbia River, in addition to half a day of whitewater rafting on either the Deschutes or White Salmon River! After a day of adventure, come back and sip a glass of complimentary wine on our patio that overlooks the mighty Columbia River and The Dalles Dam.

Wine Tour Package

Wine tours are especially fun this time of year with such spectacular views of the Columbia River Gorge, visible from almost every winery and vineyard. This package includes one night in the Deluxe King View Room, a guided wine tour of the best and award-winning local wineries and vineyards as well as 2 glasses of wine at check-in all for $275!

Room-ance Package

Come rekindle that flame with our popular Room-ance Package! With two to choose from you and your significant other will be sure to find the perfect package for you. The first package includes one night in the King View Room as well as a Wine Gift Bag which includes a bottle of either Celilo Inn White or Red, two Celilo Inn wine glasses and a box of dark chocolate all for $175! The second package includes one night in the Deluxe King View Room, a four-hour winery tour in the Columbia Gorge as well as the Wine Gift Bag all for $300.

Bicycles For Rent

Guests can now rent bicycles while they stay with us. Explore The Dalles at your own speed and in the fresh air. Bicycles are first come-first serve so be sure to speak to our friendly staff about reserving your bicycle!

Saturday Excursion

For a limited time Celilo Inn will be offering a complimentary Saturday Excursion. Guests will be picked up in the hotel lobby at 10:30am and shuttled to The Discovery Center where they will be able to purchase tickets at a reduced price. After exploring this amazing museum, guests will be shuttled to the Sunshine Mill Winery for some delicious wine tasting at a reduced price. Guests will then be dropped back off at the hotel around 1:30pm. The Saturday Excursion has been incredibly popular and it is a first come-first serve service so be sure to sign up on check-in!

Concerts

August 11th 6:00pm-9:00pm: Larry Adair’s Jazz Duo is back by popular demand! Come relax on our patio and listen to the fun and mellow sounds of Larry Adair!

August 22^nd 6:00pm-9:00pm: Come join us on our charming patio with stunning views of the Columbia River and The Dalles Dam. Solo guitarist Kit Garoutte will be performing. You won’t want to miss him!

August 29^th 6:00pm-9:00pm: John Harr is a local favorite, come sip wine, enjoy the sights and listen to the relaxing sounds of John Harr as he plays the acoustic guitar.

The Dalles is absolutely beautiful this time of year and we’d love for you to stay and experience it for yourself. We guarantee you won’t want to leave!

For more information on hotel deals and packages be sure to speak to our friendly staff when staying at Celilo Inn.

To make a reservation you can call 541-769-0001 or go to www.celiloinn.com. For more information you can email info@celiloinn.com. For the latest updates on events, Like us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter!

Celilo Inn Saturday Excursion

We are always looking for new and exciting events and packages for our guests. Over the winter we were busy planning out new summer packages and we are proud to announce our new Saturday Excursion package!

Saturday our Celilo Inn bus will pick up guests at 10:30am and take them to The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center. The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center is a fun, interactive museum that chronicles the history of the Columbia Gorge. The museum is host to beautiful trails, a birds of prey show and much more. Ticket prices are reduced to $8 for guests on the Saturday Excursion.

After an hour the bus will take guests to the Sunshine Mill. The historic Sunshine Mill is fun to experience, not just for the delicious wine but the fantastic renovations done by the current owners. Wine tastings will be offered to guests at the reduced price of $3. Guests can also choose to walk around downtown The Dalles.

The bus will pick up guests at 1:30 from the Sunshine Mill and return back to Celilo Inn. This is a complimentary service that will be offered until September. Seating is limited so be sure to reserve your seat when making booking your room!

For more information on packages and Celilo Inn events be sure to speak to our friendly staff when staying at Celilo Inn.

To make a reservation you can call 541-769-0001 or go to www.celiloinn.com. For more information you can email info@celiloinn.com. For the latest updates on events, Like us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter!

The Gorge Will Keep You Busy This May

If you’re staying at Celilo Inn this May you will find that there is plenty to do. With Mother’s Day coming up you may be scrambling to figure out what to give your Mom or maybe you want to do something extra special for her this year. No problem, The Columbia Gorge is the perfect place to take your Mom this month! Here are just a few of the fun events going on near Celilo Inn this month:

May 12^th-13^th: Maryhill Museum in Goldendale, Washington has been tirelessly working on their expansion. After months of construction, the Mary & Bruce Stevenson Wing is almost finished. Come join Maryhill Museum the weekend of Mother’s Day to dedicate the wing. There will be plenty of festivities and celebration! You won’t want to miss this once in a lifetime event! For more information visit www.maryhillmuseum.org. 

May 13^th: Come join the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center this Mother’s Day for their Mother’s Day Buffet! The museum is open 9:00am-5:00pm and the buffet runs from 11:00am-2:00pm. When not enjoying the food, take your Mother to explore the museum, take a walk on the nature trail, watch the Birds of Prey Show and much more. For more information on this event visit www.gorgediscovery.org.

May 13^th: Give your Mom an experience she’ll never forget. With spring in full swing, the Columbia Gorge is beautiful and what better way to see it than by train! The Mt. Hood Railroad is having their annual Mother’s Day Brunch train ride. Treat your Mom to a gourmet meal and exquisite views. For more information visit www.mthoodrr.com.

May 26^th: Ever wanted to learn how to make your own glass jewelry? Come join The Dalles Art Center and learn how to torch and melt glass to mold into your own, custom, handmade jewelry! Space is limited so be sure to sign up today! Visit www.thedallesartcenter.com for more information.

For more information on local events be sure to speak to our friendly staff when staying at Celilo Inn.

To make a reservation you can call 541-769-0001 or go to www.celiloinn.com. For more information you can email info@celiloinn.com. For the latest updates on events, Like us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter!

 

Discovering the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center

One thing that makes The Dalles such a great place to visit is the rich history that surrounds the town. From the way the Columbia River Gorge was formed to the formation of the town itself, there is always something to learn, investigate and explore. Fortunately for our guests, Celilo Inn is located just 15 minutes from the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center.

 

Columbia Gorge Discovery Center

The Discovery Center is a great place to visit for people of all ages, but especially families. Located, on the Columbia River, the views from the Discovery Center are incredible on their own, but once you start to explore what the Discovery Center has to offer, that is an even bigger treat!

 

 

Lewis & Clark

Lewis & Clark played a fundamental role in the history of The Dalles and the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center has a great interactive exhibit chronicling the famous expedition.

 

If you want to go even farther back in time, the Ice Age Exhibit is a fun place to check out. Many people wonder how

Columbian Mammoth

the Gorge came to be. This delves into the geologic history of the Gorge and includes a 13 foot, life-size Columbian Mammoth.

 

To find out how The Dalles was established, one only has to walk a few feet to the Wasco County Past and Present exhibit. Many of the surrounding towns, including The Dalles, were inhabited by Native American’s. These tribes’ paired with early settlers helped form what is known as Wasco County and The Dalles as we know it today.

 

Celilo Falls

Hawk from Raptor Experience

The Dalles is also home to a variety of birds. 11 am and 2pm daily, visitors of the Discovery Center can watch the amazing birds of prey show called The Raptor Experience. Some of the birds in the show include falcons, hawks, owls, and eagles. This show is a definite must see!

 

After touring the exhibits, the next stop is the Nature Walk & Native Plant Trail. This trail is handicap accessible and has a number of interpretive spots where people can learn about the native plants and the area. The trail winds around the Discovery Center Grounds, looping by a beautiful pond, wetland and overlooking the breathtakingColumbia River.

 

The next time you stay at Celilo Inn be sure to check it out!

 

To plan your visit to the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center you can check them out online at www.gorgediscovery.org.

 

To find out other places to visit while you stay at Celilo Inn you can call us at 541-769-0001 or email us at info@celiloinn.com. To find out the latest events and deals you can visit us at www.celiloinn.com or Like us on Facebook!