East Wenatchee

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Panorama of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee from Saddle Rock trail
Panorama of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee from Saddle Rock trail
Living in the middle of a rainforest for the last  three decades has made me a huge fan of -- the desert.  Actually, anywhere east of the Cascades where the predominant climate veers towards the dry and ascetic, and the colors come in ranges and not a single verdant hue.

Don't get me wrong, I do not think I could live without the mountains and the forests and the alpine meadows.  It's just that, come winter, the sponge-bath they provide can become a little wearisome.

If you want the colors of the desert and the high plains, head East from the mountains and you won't have far to travel.  The general demarcation point in Washington for that switch in climate is probably Wenatchee.  It's a pleasant town, with all the amenities, and East Wenatchee is its next-door neighbor.

As you can see from this view, the landscape has completely transformed from the wetter, greener, and more mountainous terrain in the West to the austere pattern you see here.

There are plenty of places to hike on this side of the Cascades, including a set of very respectable mountain peaks.  But the sun actually makes an appearnce from time to time in the winter months.  And a face full of sunshine can change your outlook almost in an instant.
Winter closes in on the head of Lake Chelan at Stehekin. The Lake level is 22 feet below summer time levels for electrical generation purposes.
Wenatchee - Lake Chelan showing mountains, a lake or waterhole and railway items

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Cedars Inn

Cedars Inn

3 out of 5
80 Ninth Street NE East Wenatchee WA
The price is S$100 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
S$100
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,309 reviews)
I now always book here at cedars.In east Wenatchee. I've tried a lot of hotels in motels in the area economy wise.This is consistently always the cleanest friendliest.\nPlace. So\nWhy venture anywhere else? Never a disappointment 5 star staff, 5 star facility.Thank you theaters in

Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026

Cedars Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

2.5 out of 5
201 Valley Mall Parkway East Wenatchee WA
The price is S$146 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$146
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The room was clean, comfortable and modern. The bathroom was spotless, the large walk-in showers are convenient. Continental breakfast was very good, the staff were friendly and efficient. I would definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee

2.5 out of 5
580 Valley Mall Parkway East Wenatchee WA
The price is S$77 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$77
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (913 reviews)
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Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee
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Bavarian Lodge Suites

Bavarian Lodge Suites

4 out of 5
827 Front St Leavenworth WA
Stay at this aparthotel in Leavenworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Front Street Park and Leavenworth Nutcracker ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
This was a "layover" for us, after a week long cruise and before a week long road trip back to California. We came in Sunday afternoon, as Oktoberfest was wrapping up, so we ended up having a very quiet stay! This was a perfect place to reset; do laundry, watch some Netflix, get good sleep and not ...

Reviewed on 10 Nov, 2025

Bavarian Lodge Suites
Water Street Retreat

Water Street Retreat

2 out of 5
110 Water St Chelan WA
Stay at this apartment in Chelan. Enjoy free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Slidewaters at Lake Chelan and McKellar Cabin Trail are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Donna was great to work with. Quick reply and very accommodating. We love the location due to the little beach across the street!

Reviewed on 27 Jul, 2025

Water Street Retreat
Desert Canyon Golf Resort

Desert Canyon Golf Resort

4 out of 5
1030 Desert Canyon Blvd Orondo WA
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Orondo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Desert Canyon Golf Resort and Daroga State Park ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
Most of our stay no staff was available. So many things did not work in our room. The microwave has a horrible squeal, fireplace had gas turned off and did not work. Our shower would only pull half water out the shower and the other half in the tub. I let them know that on day 1 and nothing was done. ...

Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025

Desert Canyon Golf Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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