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Situated at the confluence of the Willapa River and U.S.
Route 101, this lodging Willapa Bay option occupies a historic 1920s building renovated to preserve its original brick façade and art deco signage.
The property lies 0.3 miles northeast of Raymond’s commercial core, with direct access to State Route 6 connecting to Interstate 5 (130 miles east).
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport remains the primary air gateway 140 miles northeast via Highway 7, while closer regional flights operate through Bowerman Airport in Hoquiam (35 miles north).
Grays Harbor Transit’s Route 60 stops at Raymond Theatre two blocks west, offering connections to Aberdeen and South Bend.
Truck parking with security lighting is available onsite, while cyclists appreciate the Willapa Hills Trail access point half a mile south.
Culinary highlights near this budget hotels Washington coast hub include The Blackwater Café’s signature oyster stew served in a converted 1910 bank vault.
River Daze Restaurant on 3rd Street specializes in Columbia River sturgeon dishes, while veteran-owned The Pancake House offers cranberry-infused breakfast specials.
For fresh seafood, Willapa Bay Oyster Company’s retail shop 2 miles south sells locally harvested bivalves.
The Saturday Farmers Market (May-October) at Raymond Park features Rainier cherry vendors and artisan mushroom foragers.
Cultural landmarks include the Northwest Carriage Museum’s collection of 19th-century horse-drawn vehicles and the Pacific County Historical Society’s exhibits on Chehalis tribal history.
The Willapa National Wildlife Refuge headquarters 8 miles west offers guided kayak tours through old-growth cedar swamps.
Educational institutions range from Raymond High School’s vocational marine technology program to Willapa Harbor Hospital’s certified nursing assistant courses.
Sports facilities cluster around the Raymond Fish Hatchery’s interpretive trails and the Pacific County Fairgrounds’ seasonal rodeo arena.
Business travelers frequent nearby operations like Twin Harbors Timber and Pacific Seafood’s processing plant, while government services concentrate at the Pacific County Courthouse annex on 4th Street.
History enthusiasts explore the Sarah Jameson Memorial Bridge’s interpretive panels detailing the 1922 logging railroad disaster or visit the abandoned Nemah Log Dump 12 miles northwest.
Outdoor recreation centers on the Willapa Hills State Park Trail’s 56-mile converted railbed, popular with gravel cyclists and horseback riders.
Budget-conscious alternatives include the Harbor View Inn’s basic rooms overlooking South Bend’s marina 10 miles west or the Riverfront RV Park’s cabins with kitchenettes.
Guest reviews consistently praise the main property’s vintage charm and pet-friendly policies, though some note occasional train noise from the adjacent Burlington Northern line.
Families appreciate the complimentary bicycle rentals for exploring the Willapa Riverwalk, while anglers value the fish cleaning station and freezer access.
Several reviews highlight exceptional staff assistance during storm-related power outages common to the Pacific Northwest coast.
The area’s maritime heritage surfaces at the Northwest Maritime Center’s knot-tying workshops and the annual Bear Festival celebrating local logging history.
Retail therapy ranges from The Mercantile’s coastal décor to Raymond Drug’s old-fashioned soda fountain.
Evening entertainment options include classic film screenings at the 1928 Raymond Theatre and live blues at The Rusty Anchor’s waterfront deck.
Hidden gems include the Steamboat Slough Preserve’s boardwalk through tidal wetlands and the abandoned Frankfort Pioneer Cemetery’s weathered headstones dating to 1883. Those preferring modern amenities might consider South Bend’s chain hotels, though they’ll miss Raymond’s authentic timber-town character.
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