East Wenatchee

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

Cedars Inn

3 out of 5
80 Ninth Street NE East Wenatchee WA
The price is P4,577 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
P4,577
P5,140 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! (1,309 reviews)
I think you should be able to pay cash at check in without having to leave $250.00 for possible incidentals. You have my credit card for that, if needed. Room was very clean (except the base of the floor lamp)and the bed was comfortable. I was in this industry, so I notice everything. The chrome ...

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

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 P6,512 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
P6,512
P7,434 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (1,003 reviews)
The room had a smell because of the carpet, the bathrooms were very clean

Reviewed on Mar 23, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,132 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
P4,132
P4,640 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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! (920 reviews)
Good and Clean

Reviewed on Mar 20, 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 WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Front Street Park and Leavenworth Nutcracker ...
Bavarian Lodge Suites
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 Dec 29, 2025

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

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

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

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