Traveling with one’s dog has a way of turning any trip into a choose-your-own-adventure, complete with extra time spent outdoors, spontaneous stops, and a very enthusiastic co-pilot.
For Luna the corgi—the canine companion to Oregon Home magazine’s creative director—a two-night visit to Hood River at the tail-end of 2025 meant trading routine walks for waterfront strolls, scenic hikes, and a front-row seat to the Columbia River Gorge. Luna’s home-base was a pet-friendly suite at the Columbia Cliff Villas Hotel, where evenings felt calm and restorative curling up by an in-room gas fireplace. The hotel boasts beautiful views of the Gorge and condo-style lodgings with everything you need to feel right at home after a day spent exploring. Pairing easy outdoor access with cozy accommodations, the hotel made for a truly un-fur-gettable way to ring in the New Year.
Even in the off-season, the area offered plenty for Luna to enjoy and crisp, sunny weather to take it all in. From peaceful strolls through the waterfront park, off-leash romping on the beach, or scenic trails along the Historic Columbia River Highway, four-legged travelers will find fun and adventure in Hood River any time of the year.
Welcome Home to Columbia Cliff Villas
Hotel Highlights:
• Pet-friendly
• Condo-style lodgings with full kitchens, luxury baths, and gas fireplaces
• Pillowtop beds with premium bedding
• Stunning views of the Columbia River Gorge
• Outdoor patios with Adirondack chairs
• Lush gardens and a 200 ft. waterfall on-site
Passing through the Twin Tunnels—marvels of engineering that date back to 1921—is a highlight of the Historic Columbia River Highway Trail.
