Where to Stay in Bend, Oregon

Looking for hotels in Bend, Oregon? You’ve come to the right place. I’ve spent more time in the summer in Bend than in any other destination. Bend has it all: beautiful scenery, a great downtown area, free community events, and endless outdoor activities. It’s an outdoor person’s paradise.

Hotels in Bend, Oregon

When selecting a hotel, I consider location, amenities included with the property, distance to what I’m there to see, cost, and I require access to at least a kitchenette. I need a fridge and microwave! Here’s where I would recommend staying, in no particular order.

The Element Hotel in Downtown Bend

Picture of the kitchen in the Element hotel in Bend. The Room has a sink, dishwasher, microwave, stovetop, and refrigerator and freezer

The Element in Bend is ideal if you’re looking for easy access to downtown, great freeway access, and want to stay in something modern without sacrificing function.

And if you’re a Marriott Rewards Member, see about using your points for your stay! You can even use your points to reduce the out-of-pocket cost.

Property Highlights:

  • Each room has a kitchenette
  • Complimentary Continental Breakfast
  • Super comfortable bed
  • The bathrooms have doors! (it’s hilarious to me that I even have to mention that, but in the world of trendy, sliding barn doors, it’s worth noting that these bathrooms are in fact, more functional and have real doors)
  • Complimentary bicycle use (subject to availability)
  • Complimentary Happy Hour (when I was there they were serving wine, cheese, olives, crackers, and beer)
  • Communal outdoor area with comfortable, modern furniture and cornhole
  • Walking distance to downtown (great for the Thursday night Munch & Music Free Concert Series at Drake Park)
  • Walking distance to a park across the street
  • Free parking
  • .5 miles from the Albertson’s Grocery Store
  • a 2 minute drive to the last Blockbuster in the United States!

I loved my stay at the Element and didn’t want to leave.

Seventh Mountain Resort in Bend, Oregon

Ok technically not a hotel, but worth considering! Seventh Mountain Resort always feels like summer camp to me. Nestled at the base of Mt. Bachelor in the heart of Central Oregon’s Cascade Mountains, it offers a perfect blend of relaxation and outdoor adventure. I love this place because I don’t actually feel like I HAVE to leave unless I really want to. And if you’re a Wyndham Rewards member, consider using your points for your stay!

Property Highlights:

  • Multiple Pools & Hot Tubs
  • Sauna
  • Mini-Golf
  • Gym
  • BBQ’s (BYO charcoal)
  • Fire pits (although these are not turned on during a very dry fire season)
  • Weekend Entertainment
  • Large Lawn
  • Short hike and pond on the property
  • Restaurant on site
  • Giant lawn games
  • Free Parking
  • Close to the Cascade Lakes Welcome/Ranger Station, where you’ll need to get your parking passes for hiking and biking in the area
  • Great proximity to numerous hiking and biking trails in the Mt. Bachelor area

You can check out the full list of what they have to offer (but things I don’t personally use – like Tennis Courts and Playgrounds) on their website.

Seventh Mountain River Company is operated out of here too, so for an additional cost, you can take the bus from Seventh Mountain Resort and go White Water Rafting on the Deschutes River!

White water rafting honestly wasn’t for me, but other people in my raft loved it. Just note that the 1.5 hours on the website includes load-in and drive time in each direction, so you’re not on the water for the full 90 minutes.

Hotels in the Bend, Oregon Old Mill District

Wall Mural in the Old Mill District
Photo of the Old Mill Bridge

I personally love the Old Mill District. I haven’t stayed overnight in this area, but the Hilton Garden Inn Bend, Residence Inn by Marriott Bend, and My Place Hotel-Bend all are great choices for hotels in Bend. On my next trip, I’ll probably try the Hilton Garden Inn for those river views!

Location Highlights:

  • In the Old Mill District
  • Great access to riverfront restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping
  • Easy access to the Deschutes River Trail (a paved trail lining the river)
  • Great access to main roads and highways
  • 1 mile or less from Downtown/Old Town Bend
  • All of these hotels have microwaves and mini-refrigerators in each room at a minimum

Hope this has helped you find the right place for you! Let me know your favorite places to stay in Bend in the comments.

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