East Wenatchee, WA

Travel Guide

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 a lake or waterhole, mountains and railway items
Wenatchee - Lake Chelan featuring railway items, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Cedars Inn

Cedars Inn

3 out of 5
80 Ninth Street NE East Wenatchee WA
The price is NT$2,430 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
NT$2,430
NT$2,729 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,314 reviews)
Love the pool and hot tub open 24 hours a day!!!! We went in twice and were the only people, great temperature hot tub! Pool a little chilly but was nice overall

Reviewed on 2026/3/2

Cedars Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

3 out of 5
201 Valley Mall Parkway East Wenatchee WA
The price is NT$3,458 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
NT$3,458
NT$3,947 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
The cleanliness of this hotel and the rooms is always excellent. I love coming into a fresh clean space after a long drive. Perfect for our one night away from home.

Reviewed on 2026/3/16

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 NT$1,972 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
NT$1,972
NT$2,215 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (917 reviews)
Jay at the counter had me checked in and ready to relax in record time. Great personality and super helpful. The room was fresh and clean. Slept soundly with no disturbances or noise. Breakfast in the morning (biscuits w/ gravy) hit the spot. Will stay there again! Highly recommend. Thank you ...

Reviewed on 2026/2/28

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee
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Desert Canyon Golf Resort

Desert Canyon Golf Resort

4 out of 5
1030 Desert Canyon Blvd Orondo WA
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Orondo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Desert Canyon Golf Resort and Daroga State ...
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 2025/12/29

Desert Canyon Golf Resort
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Popular places to visit

Outstanding aerial photography of picturesque Lincoln Rock State Park and beautiful Lake Entiat and Swakane Canyon in Douglas County East Wenatchee Washington State

Lincoln Rock State Park

5/5(15 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Lincoln Rock State Park during your travels in East Wenatchee? Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lincoln Rock State Park

Highlander Golf Course

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Wenatchee at Highlander Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Highlander Golf Course

Sunny Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunny Beach during your trip to East Wenatchee? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Sunny Beach

Reviews of East Wenatchee

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
47
5 - Excellent 35%
4 - Good
63
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
23
3 - Okay 17%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Too hot

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

El Parton is AMAZING mexican food! Wowzers

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

As a tourist location it's great.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The best area I love the scenery

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I would stay hear again.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I cant really say, I was passing through and stay the night.

Cities near East Wenatchee

View across the Columbia River from Entiat City Park in Washington State towards Orondo River Park

Entiat