Hood River travel guide
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You're Going to Love Hood River
With a population of 7,167, Hood River is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hood River to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Hood River
Where to Eat in Hood River
If you’re looking for affordable options, Riverside (1108 East Marina Way) and Solstice Wood Fire Cafe & Bar (501 Portway Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Hood River
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hood River in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 5.9″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Hood River, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Hood River
Plane
Although Hood River doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 52 miles from Hood River. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hood River departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 17m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hood River. The train journey from Hood River to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 59m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Hood River is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 137 miles from Hood River. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Seattle.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hood River, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Hood River takes 195 miles and will cost you around $28. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 230 miles. Hood River’s bus station is located 0.6 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Hood River
Where to stay in Hood River
Average rates range from around $378 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $393 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Hood River
Most booked hotels in Hood River
Renting a car in Hood River
Renting a car in Hood River costs $82 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Portland.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Hood River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Hood River is Full-size (Volkswagen Atlas or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.