2 New Small-Town Wash. Hotels Are Worth Venturing Off the Beaten Path

Way out in Eastern Washington, there are four locations with intriguing hotels and restaurants.

This mural on the side of Hotel Hardware is called "Stand By Mehh." Jackie Varriano/The Seattle Times/TNS

By Jackie Varriano The Seattle Times

ROVING BETWEEN WALLA WALLA AND COLUMBIA COUNTIES, Wash.—Sometimes you go to a new city for the food, culture, nightlife, and concerts. Other times, the quiet draws you to a remote location with nothing but your thoughts. I’ll propose a third option for your next Washington getaway: the charming small town.