Chateau At The Oregon Caves

I've been visiting for years. staying in chateau was phenomenal! no wifi, cell, tw. what a wonderful break. eating was a bit expensive, but very good. the caves were great. they need to take the tour (no guided tours allowed). they can get tickets in advance or if they do not receive a reservation, they can get them on the day). beautiful hikes around the monument. the lock is closed after 9/30/18 for 2 years for renovations. Come as long as you can!

Like taking a step back in time, walking into this beautiful historic hotel is an absolute treat. We learned many people come to visit the Chateau without ever taking the few extra steps to tour the caves next door. We can understand why, as everything is so beautiful and the people so friendly at this property. Be forewarned this property is closing for 2 years at the end of September 2018. We can only hope and pray that the renovations don't take away any of the historic charm this property has to offer. We can't wait to go back!

The staff was amazing! The Chateau is very old and historic. We love how they've kept so much original over the years. New owners are coming in at the end of this season and we really hope they keep most of the old charm while making the necessary upgrades to things like plumbing and heat.

Our main purpose in visiting the Oregon caves monument was primarily to visit the caves themselves, however we did visit the chateau while we were there. The chateau is definitely a historic landmark with a lot of classic charm. The building was old, but quite well updated in general and very cozy. The in house restaurant was classy and offered a great view looking down the gorge next to the chateau. There was a coffee shop and a gift shop there as well. The main room was quite picturesque and enchanting. There was a giant wood fireplace that was surrounded by comfortable seating. It would be a perfect seeing for a winter escape sitting by the fire reading a book curled up checking out the view as the snow feel outside.

It 's truly a unique place. It 's kind of like an old hotel sitting in a really isolated, but beautiful place. Our room wasn 't what we really needed (very few power outlets, no AC, limited space in bathroom, creaky floors, and a queen bed...needed a king). The food in the restaurant was pretty good, and the waitresses were attentive. The evening entertainment was a local poet...I 'd probably have to give him 1 star. It 's not an inexpensive place, but I could see how it 's charm could win you over.