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Ponderosa Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Goldendale Observatory

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Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Porch
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Microwave, coffee/tea maker
The Ponderosa Motel near Goldendale Observatory offers breakfast and praised in-room WiFi. Travelers value the practical perks: free self-parking, meeting facilities, luggage storage, and 24/7 front desk service from helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 17 of 17 rooms

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Pet Friendly) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Pet Friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, 1 Bedroom (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pet Friendly)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen (Pet Friendly)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
775 E Broadway St, Goldendale, WA, 98620-9242

What's nearby

  • Celilo Pool - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Goldendale Observatory - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Goldendale Observatory State Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Maryhill Stonehenge - 14 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Maryhill Art Museum - 16 min drive - 16.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wishram Station - 24 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crush Smoothie & Juice Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ayutla's Family Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Simcoe Tavern - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Dirty Cowgirl - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Ponderosa Motel

Motel near Goldendale Observatory
Ponderosa Motel provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ponderosa Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ponderosa Motel Goldendale
Ponderosa Goldendale
Ponderosa Motel Motel
Ponderosa Motel Goldendale
Ponderosa Motel Motel Goldendale

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Motel located?

Situated in Goldendale, this motel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Goldendale Observatory and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Cascade Cliffs Winery. Maryhill Stonehenge is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Ponderosa Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 387 out of 842 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 842 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 842 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 842 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 842 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New staff was very friendly .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Al

An older motel. Not everything in thr room worked. Very basic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean bathroom and room although the building is old.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service
Very good price. Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the family/friends group suite!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shawna

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a lot of remodeling to do before I’d stay there again. The positive is their breakfast was decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we went to Goldendale Observatory park, the ponderosa motel is on the way and close, it is very convenient for us go out at night for star gazing. The room is clean and neat. the kitchen is good, and room is quiet. the only complain I have the bed is too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay and the all important beds were comfortable and a great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you! Liked the family/friends group room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice family run place, decent, fabulous free full breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Minjing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, great breakfast, convenient location for visiting the Goldendale Observatory.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Julie

Best continental breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is a bit older, but combined with the location and price its a good deal. If you just need an economical hotel to sleep for the night it is a good place to rest.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and pleasant staff rooms are a little dated, but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My reviews are generally only about how we slept and this place was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and quiet, air conditioning, great breakfast onsite and coffee. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tina, did a great great accommodating our needs. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good breakfast

The room was fine, quiet and comfortable. What set this place apart was the delicious breakfast in the morning. The eggs and potatoes tasted homemade.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best place in town. Excellent breakfast. It’s an older hotel but we’ll maintained and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel or motel ever!!! Awesome room with memory foam mattress with legit blankets, microwave and two fridges. Also the breakfast was amazing and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We found this stay clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zhishan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room is good. pretty clean for a pet friendly room. a lots of place to park big trailer. Great breakfirst, best value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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