The cities of Corvallis and Albany sit in the heart of the Willamette Valley, and both offer easy access to all that makes our region so special. Base yourself in either community, and you’re surrounded by pastoral wineries and working farms, hiking trails that lead to sweeping viewpoints, and charming downtown cores. After a busy day of adventure, you might soak in a heated pool, cozy up in front of the fireplace, and rest easy on plush beddings back at your room—all before doing it all over again tomorrow.
To help inspire your next getaway, here’s a round-up of five overnight stays in Corvallis and Albany.
Take a step back in time at Hotel Corvallis—a fun, funky stay that blends historic charm with modern convenience.
A bright mural adorns the side of the office, cement brick walls add to the retro-inspired coziness, and thoughtful amenities include breakfast and coffee vouchers for nearby cafés, comfortable bedding, and old-school furniture. Some of the large studio rooms at Hotel Corvallis cater to groups with kitchenettes, bunk beds, and spacious seating areas.
The pet-friendly hotel resides downtown and sits surrounded by brewpubs, restaurants, and family attractions—making the boutique hotel an ideal base for a car-free trip to Corvallis.
At the southern edge of downtown, Courtyard Corvallis delivers a stylish stay just a few steps from the Willamette River. Rooms come with smart TVs, luxurious beddings, and ergonomic workstations for business-minded travelers, and an on-site bistro serves light bites alongside coffee in the morning and craft cocktails each evening.
To get outside around Corvallis, make the most of your trip with a visit to Alsea Falls in the foothills of the Oregon Coast Range—where you’ll find hiking trails, mountain biking opportunities, and plentiful angling opportunities for steelhead and trout. For an up-close look at the birds and mammals that call the region home, stop by a national wildlife refuge near Corvallis to spot Roosevelt elk, bald eagles, western pond turtles, and the occasional black bear; all three refuges sit within a 45-minute drive of Corvallis.
A short drive from downtown Corvallis, Corbin Bed & Breakfast sits on six forested acres and invites guests to slow down with on-site hiking trails, cooking classes and bread-baking workshops (both for an added fee), an electric-vehicle charging station, and a Sunday dinner that typically spotlights locally grown ingredients. Choose among guest rooms in the main house or tiny homes across the property.
Since you’re on the outskirts of town, dive into the area’s agricultural past and present with attractions across Corvallis farm country. On your visit, you’ll see the many ways that family farms embrace the Willamette Valley’s nutrient-rich soils; dine on lunch at Gathering Together Farm, sip a variety of cool-weather varietals at an award-winning winery, and check out The Thyme Garden—one of the region's largest herb gardens.
Just across Interstate 5 from downtown, Phoenix Inn Suites Albany feels like a peaceful retreat—all without leaving city limits. Kick back in one of the hotel’s spacious rooms and suites, treat yourself to a relaxing dip in the Phoenix Inn’s indoor pool and jetted spa, start the day with a trip to the hot breakfast buffet each morning, and rest easy each night on luxe beds.
Since you’re so close, head into downtown Albany for several weekends worth of adventure. There, you’ll find locally owned restaurants serving dishes with seasonal ingredients, charming boutiques, historical attractions, and the family-friendly Historic Carousel & Museum. History buffs, meanwhile, can check out the wide variety of historic attractions in Albany, Oregon.
About 14 miles southeast of Albany, Best Western Premier Boulder Falls Inn resides in Lebanon and invites guests to relax in the hotel's one-acre, Japanese-inspired garden that hosts koi fish, waterfalls, and peaceful walking paths.Elsewhere around the hotel, which sits in the foothills of the Cascade Range, amenities include plush bedding, a daily breakfast buffet, an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, and fireplaces in select suites.
The hotel’s location at the doorstep to the Cascades makes it a great basecamp for all manner of outdoor opportunities. Visit thundering waterfalls, peaceful reservoirs, crystal-clear lakes, and other beautiful sites with our guide to outdoor adventures around Albany.
