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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Hood River travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hood River

With a population of 7,167, Hood River is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hood River to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Hood River

If you’re looking for affordable options, Riverside (1108 East Marina Way) and Solstice Wood Fire Cafe & Bar (501 Portway Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Hood River

Hood River in December
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hood River in December
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hood River in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 5.9″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Hood River, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Hood River

Plane

Although Hood River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 52 miles from Hood River. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hood River departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hood River. The train journey from Hood River to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hood River is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 137 miles from Hood River. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Hood River using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Hood River takes 230 miles and will cost you around $58. From Redding, the ticket costs about $120 for a journey of 500 miles. Hood River’s bus station is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Hood River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 52 miles from Hood River. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hood River departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hood River. The train journey from Hood River to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Hood River is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 137 miles from Hood River. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Hood River using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Hood River takes 230 miles and will cost you around $58. From Redding, the ticket costs about $120 for a journey of 500 miles. Hood River’s bus station is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Airports near Hood River

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Airlines serving Hood River

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,367 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,093 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,983 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,895 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,820 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,865 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,473 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,287 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,681 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,353 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (924 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hood River

Average rates range from around $450 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $452 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Westcliff Lodge and Hampton Inn & Suites Hood River. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Hood River, with prices from $137 to $620 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Hood River are about 54% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Hood River by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Hood River

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Rubyjune Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 147 reviews)
$308+
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Westcliff Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1314 reviews)
$185+
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The Society Hotel - Bingen
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, 182 reviews)
$166+
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Best Western Plus Hood River Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1225 reviews)
$229+
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Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 629 reviews)
$239+
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Hood River Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 883 reviews)
$179+
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Renting a car in Hood River

Renting a car in Hood River costs $97 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Hood River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hood River, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Hood River costs $97 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 20% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Hood River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hood River, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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