I stayed here for a weekend in January 2006 for a conference. While some aspects of the stay were great, especially the food service, some were sorely lacking. For example, the hotel room, for which our discounted rate was still over $100 was a good walk away and was no better than some motel rooms I've been in. The conference facilities were often lacking basic services, such as blackboards. Methinks they are trying a bit too much to be a sort of Scottish inn knock-off.

I would never have stayed there but for the conference and I would likely not do so again. However, the location itself is a welcome respite from the city, so it could be good for some.

Review Written: 08/07/07
Submitted By: Melinda Fischer
Blue Springs, MO

My husband and I spent countless hours researching websites in search of hotels to stay at while we toured the state of Oregon. We were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary and wanted to find places that were nice but not overly priced. The Resort At The Mountain turned out to be one of the highlights at the end of our journey. In fact, had we began our journey at this resort, we would have been very disappointed staying at the remainder of the hotels on our travels. From the moment I spoke with hotel representative, Linda Holevas I knew we were in good hands. She took a personal interest in what we were looking for and went the extra mile to book what she calls one her favorite units within the property. When we arrived she greated us with a smile and knew exactly who we were. When we walked into our room we were AMAZED! The room was large with a nice kitchenette and a beautiful fireplace tucked in the corner! We opened our curtains to find our own private patio area with a swimming pool hidden behind the well-groomed scrubbery. Champagne and chocolate covered strawberries awaited us as well. Believe me, we wanted for nothing! It was hard to leave this facility and tour the beautiful landscape of Mount Hood. Now, to be perfectly honest, I had looked at booking the historic Timberline Lodge. It was completely booked for the dates we needed. It was also quite expensive! We still wanted to see what other travelers saw in the Timberline so we drove up the mountain to see what all the fuss was about. Yes, the hotel is huge! Yes it is beautiful on the inside with history abounding in every room. It is also extremely EXPENSIVE! We sat at their bar and ordered "1" beer and "1" Seagrams 7/7. The cost? $14.00 and that was without a tip. My advice is definately go up and see the mountain, tour the hotel but if it is "creature comforts" you are seeking you won't find it there. You will find it back at the Resort at the Mountain. By now you realize we are completely sold on our choice. A room at the Timberline was going to cost well over $250.00/night. Our hotel was only $139.00! The complex landscaping was absolutely beautiful offering golfing, croquet, tennis, lawn bowling, swimming pool and hot tub. You won't be bored and if you're anything like us you will find it very hard to leave. Give this place a try. You definately will not come home disappointed!

My wife and I found this place by this site and were looking for a place to stay a night and ski, taking a break from the four kids. The Resort was wonderful. If you stay there, you'll be glad you did.

We got in on a package deal with a King size bed and fireplace room and free open-close lift tickets all for $144! Since the tickets are $53 at the mountain, that made our room only $38! The ski rental place in Welches (next to Thriftway) gave 20% off for staying at the Resort ($17.50 beat $29 at the mountain), so the first class room, lift tickets, skis and dinner all cost us around $200!

We got there at dinner time on a Monday and there was hardly anybody in the restaurant. The food was great and the price was very reasonable. We even got to talk with the owners who were dining that night. Very nice people. And the service was top drawer. The outdoor jacuzzi really hit the spot.

The best part by far was the room. These are more like suites than rooms: with a full kitchen including fridge, dishwasher and stove. The fireplace burns presto logs, which we loved going to sleep to and waking up to in the morning. There was also a couch, sitting table and a desk, and a place to hang your skis. (My wife really loved the Q-tips and cottonballs in the bathroom, which she always forgets. Little touches of class like those really make you feel special.

I can't understand why people would rate a top notch place like this a one just because they had one bad dining experience that could happen anywhere. The rating is for the resort, not how mad you are. And it sounds like the manager took care of it anyway. Well, my wife and I were so impressed we are already making plans for bringing groups back and business getaways here. Can't wait to play the 27 hole golf course in the Spring!

Our family has stayed at "The Resort" many times and plan to again. We have always enjoyed the friendly, helpful staff & felt the prices were very fair. The condos are more than perfect-roomy, clean & fully of ambience. We love the weekday cont. breakfast before heading to "Timberline" to snowboard. Looking forward to going up in February 2006!!