Forget the guidebooks, explore like a local! While the internet overflows with travel tips, there's nothing quite like insider knowledge. Here at The Independence Hotel, we've unlocked the secret weapon: our amazing staff. This trip, ditch the generic itineraries and...
The temperature is dropping and people are putting on their comfiest sweaters. This can only mean one thing… the fall season is upon us! And if you love Halloween as much as the Independence Hotel does, then you are ready for changing leaves, hot apple cider, pumpkin...
It is engrained in us from our time at school that summer is flashy, exciting, and full of joy, but in Oregon wine country, there is no time more celebrated than the fall. Light rains cool off the previous summer heat and the leaves change color, turning from green to...
The Independence Hotel is a jumping off point for adventures near and far. Take easy day trips from The Independence and experience ecosystems and activities so vastly different you will marvel at the diversity of the landscapes. We love boasting about the beauty of...
There is so much to explore within a two-hour drive from the hotel, and this post is about the ridiculously scenic Hood River. Not only is the town of Hood River packed with charm, delicious food, wine and beer, but it is located within the Columbia Gorge National...
There is so much beauty in the Pacific Northwest and The Independence is a perfect jumping off point to explore. So why not stay an extra night and venture on an epic day-trip? In this post we are highlighting one of favorite day-trip options: Silverton. Soak in the...
Summer is officially here, bringing with it countless activities, events, and family fun to explore in Independence. The only catch is many of these activities fill up quickly, so we recommend reserving your spot to stay with us (along with any other activities you’d...
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...
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...
