Hotel Columbia Inn (Astoria, USA)

Although relatively modest accommodation, Columbia Inn is strategically placed for exploring Astoria and is just a block from the river walk. The functional en-suite bedrooms are all carpeted and air-conditioned – each equipped with a refrigerator and microwave. Flat-screen televisions with satellite channels come as standard, as do desks and coffee machines. Columbia Inn offers free Wi-Fi and complimentary shaded parking. The reception is open 24/7 and drinks can be obtained from the vending machine. There are many fast-food outlets nearby and eateries along the river walk. The Himani restaurant, 450 metres away, for instance, offers South Indian specialities, including curries and masalas. The Oregon Film Museum is just a five-minute walk away and the Astoria Column, a local landmark, three kilometres from the accommodation. The Colorado River Maritime Museum can be reached in 15 minutes on foot and the Lewis and Clarke State National Historic Park is about a ten-minute drive away.