Located near the Goldendale Observatory, Ponderosa Motel offers a warm welcome with breakfast and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of free self parking, meeting rooms, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk while previous guests rave about the delicious breakfast buffet and helpful staff.
Goldendale Observatory State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Maryhill Stonehenge - 18 min drive - 22.9 km
Maryhill Art Museum - 21 min drive - 26.2 km
Getting around
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 120 min drive
Wishram Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Ayutla's Family Mexican Restaurant - 2 min drive
Dwinell Country Ales - 16 min walk
Simcoe Tavern - 15 min walk
Top Hat Tavern - 15 min walk
About this property
Ponderosa Motel
Enjoy your visit to Goldendale with a stay at Ponderosa Motel. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkeling, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9 AM. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
49 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–9 AM on weekends
Barbecue grills
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Skiing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Picnic area
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Mobile key entry
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
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Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Ponderosa Motel Goldendale
Ponderosa Goldendale
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ponderosa Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ponderosa Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ponderosa Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Ponderosa Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ponderosa Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ponderosa Motel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Ponderosa Motel also has a picnic area.
What's the area around Ponderosa Motel like?
Ponderosa Motel is a short 15-minute walk from Presby Mansion and 15 minutes' walk from Celilo Pool. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.
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Reviews
Ponderosa Motel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.0
Staff & service
7.8
Eco-friendliness
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many options, including hot and freshly made items, and was a great addition to the stay. (106 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
We stayed at Ponderosa Motel two times on our trip; once on the way to our destination and again on our way back home. The stay was very nice. The breakfasts were great.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Welcome surprise
Very clean, comfortable bed & the best breakfast!
Candance
Candance, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2025
This is our second stay here. Just like our previous stay everything was clean and well done, the multiple bunk bed room was perfect for our larger family, and the breakfast is Awesome! Everyone was super friendly too!
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2025
Good value for good comfort
Very comfortable room and bed. The only downside was the A/C unit, which had tiny buttons with all the labels worn off so it was hard to figure out how to turn it on and adjust it. Very reasonably priced room!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Nice room, comfortable bed.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 12, 2025
Very good price. Good breakfast
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Great location. Friendly staff.
Erica
Erica, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Loved the family/friends group suite!
Roxanne
Roxanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2025
Perfectly good motel even though the exterior could use some paint and a revamp.
linda
linda, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 12, 2025
Very old property and beds.
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Excellent affordable option in this area. Convenient to the observatory and the Columbia
River.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
One night
Nice enough for a one night stay.
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
Thank you! Liked the family/friends group room.
Roxanne
Roxanne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 25, 2024
Close to the observatory, clean, good breakfast, and nice employees, especially the woman taking care of the breakfast area.
Arthur
Arthur, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
I would travel here just for the breakfast!
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2024
This a fine place to stay if you are in the area. I liked the location and there were a lot of choices for breakfast.
Bryon
Bryon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2024
Wonderful place to stay and the all important beds were comfortable and a great breakfast
Tammy
Tammy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
Very clean and nice staff. Good breakfast with lots of options .
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
Clean , quiet and nice staff
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 12, 2025
I was in town for business. Very nice, friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 15, 2025
Bed was lumpy and hard, air conditioning was very noisy, no breakfast at all, employee needed the day off, expensive for the accomidations. Customer service lacking. overall rundown. We wont recommend.
patsy
patsy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Pretty good breakfast, especially the chopped fried potatoes.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2024
Decent for my needs
I have stayed here before, and found it suitable for my needs