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Frenchglen, OR
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Frenchglen Hotel
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Frenchglen
4.0 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
19 August 2011 -
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portland, oregon
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96 helpful votes 96 helpful votes
“Grandma's farm house in the high desert, it's not the Four Seasons (and that's ok)”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011
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I've passed by the Frenchglen Hotel many times but decided this time to stay a night as part of a multi-day tour of Oregon on motorcycle. I could have stayed at a chain hotel in Burns, but I was craving something different.

This hotel has so much history and is located in a part of Oregon that very few people take the time to experience. The desert sage, the cool breeze and the small town feel take me back to a simpler time when I wasn't spending most of my life behind a desk.

I stayed in room #5 which is in the main hotel. The bathroom is across the hall and is shared with a few other rooms. Once you arrive, you'll notice how the place to be is in the front porch/main area of the "hotel". (It really doesn't feel like a traditional hotel, more like a farmhouse that a relative has lived in for many years) Dinner is served at 630pm and you get a very traditional feast for $20 which is pretty reasonable. After dinner, guests linger over beer or wine, talking and trading stories.

There is no AC in the main part of the hotel, but a fan in the window of #5 worked fine to pull in cool night air into the room. I slept better this one night than the 2 previous nights in chain motels.

In the morning, you have the option to order breakfast or just wander out to go hiking or exploring as you want. Kitchen staff in the morning take care of everyone efficiently as if they have been doing this for a while.

I really had a good time and hope to return for another stay soon.

Stayed August 2011, travelled solo
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Graham, Washington
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Bed Bugs”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2011
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Wow what a trip to Frenchglen. Arrived at the "hotel" and were booked into room "A" which are the rooms behind the hotel. Unpacked, showered, walked the streets, had a "family style dinner". Bed time . . . woke up the next morning-ew my legs itched, were red and swollen. BED BUGS! My husband also experienced the same thing. I would not stay here! Would think state of Oregon could do better with their accommodations!

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  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Bellevue, Washington
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Time Stands Still”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2011
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Thank goodness the state of Oregon recognized the need to preserve this little piece of history! My 92-year-old dad had been here ages ago and wanted to return, and I am so lucky to have gone with him on the trip. The historic hotel (actually, it is younger than my dad) is pretty much the only thing in Frenchglen. What a treat to stay someplace without so much as a stop sign, a place where time seems to stand still. The hotel faces east with a wide-open view across the desert to the Steens Mountain area, so unpack your bag in your clean & comfortable room then relax on the hotel's front porch, chat with the other guests, and watch the late afternoon light play across the mountains. The hotel consists of 8 guest rooms upstairs, all sharing a men's and women's bathroom. Everything is basic but spotless and well cared for, and the towels are plush. If you need a larger room, barrier-free access, or desire a private bathroom, there are four rooms in a more modern addition out back known as the Drover's Inn. John, the proprietor, is warm and welcoming gentleman and an outstanding chef, so say "yes" when he asks if you want dinner reservations! Both breakfast and dinner are served family-style and portions are beyond generous. I asked my husband what he liked about the hotel and he said, "The beer is cold, the food is great, the bed is warm." It just doesn't get any better.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Oakland, Oregon
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“A well needed rest”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2011
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My wife and I stayed at the Frenchglen Hotel in July 2011 after many long miles on our tour bike. John was a very gracious host and full of information. After a full day in the saddle the quiet hotel with soft, summer breezes and a comfortable bed was exactly what we needed. Breakfast the next morning was superb with pancakes bigger than hubcaps for the long trip back home. Recommend highly!

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Reliance, Tennessee
1 review
“Beautiful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2010

This place was a great place to stay, it was perfect for our needs. The beds were comfortable and the room was clean. The staff was very kind, and friendly. I would definitely stay here again.

  • Stayed August 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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