The Independence Hotel feels immense pride in its community, and nothing makes a community strong like its citizens. That’s why we are so excited to announce our new local leadership series, highlighting some of the individuals who work tirelessly to keep Independence...
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Staff Spotlight: Eulalia Gonzales Assistant GM, The Independence Hotel
Eulalia was promoted from Housekeeper, to Supervisor, and Executive Housekeeping Manager before becoming the Assistant General Manager. The housekeeping team is central to the hospitality experience The Independence offers and one of the primary reasons guests love...
Embark on a Suite Journey: Discovering Luxury at Independence Hotel
Welcome to Independence Hotel in the heart of the Willamette Valley! For guests staying longer or looking for a little "extra" we offer a diverse selection of suites tailored to meet the unique needs of our guests. Each suite is thoughtfully designed to provide a...
Weekend Itinerary At The Independence
Oregon wine country is known for its evergreen beauty, but with so much change in the region from season to season, you can visit a hundred times and still have countless new places to discover. So where does one start? Well, we at the hotel are excited to share a...
Creatives Fellowship Spotlight: An interview with Catherine Rondthaler
If there’s anything we’ve all learned over the last couple of years, it’s the importance of the arts during times of transition and uncertainty. It can bring us peace in the chaos yet simultaneously challenge the status quo. But it has become an all too familiar...
“Best of” Cycling Recommendations from our GM, Sam Diaz!
No one can offer better local recommendations than the locals, so when it comes to cycling, there is no better person to turn to than our General Manager, Samuel Diaz. Sam is a local and long-time cycling enthusiast who knows the cycling paths like the back of his...
Catch Local Musician Samantha Shoffner at Territory
We at The Independence Hotel value the arts in our community, which is why we love to feature local performers whenever we can. One artist that we are lucky enough to call a frequent performer at our restaurant, Territory, is Samantha Shoffner, singer extraordinaire...
Meet The Force Behind Bike Indy Oregon, Ramon Martinez
“Road, Gravel, Small Town Goodness”. These are the words that Ramon Martinez, founder of Bike Indy Oregon, uses to sum up what Bike Indy Oregon is about. There are few activities held closer to the hearts of Oregonians than cycling, so in honor of upcoming national...
Top 5 Ways to Support A Local Community When Traveling
Whether you’re getting ready for a Staycation, flying abroad, or hoping to explore somewhere new within your home state, traveling today comes with a lot of questions when it comes to planning responsibly. One way, however, you can work towards supporting a...
The [soil] Plot Thickens: Q & A with Leigh Bartholomew, Director of Viticulture for Results Partners, LLC.
Oregon wine country has several factors to thank for its world renowned Pinot Noir. From our rainy climate, to longer summer days and talented winemakers, it takes a perfect storm of various elements to produce what you sip at a tasting. But there is one factor...