Marcus Whitman Hotel, Walla Walla

Marcus Whitman Hotel And Conference Center - A historic downtown hotel with Pacific Northwest dining and on-site wine tasting rooms

Located in downtown Walla Walla's wine country, this historic Walla Walla hotel features 133 newly renovated rooms across its Historic Tower and West Wing. Marcus Whitman Hotel And Conference Center houses The Marc Restaurant, serving Pacific Northwest cuisine with ingredients from local suppliers and their rooftop garden. Six in-house chefs prepare regional specialties like Wild Columbia River Salmon with basmati rice and maple soy glaze. The property includes L'Ecole's Heritage Wine Bar and multiple on-site tasting rooms. The conference facilities span 13000 square feet with capacity for up to 450 people. The Marcus Whitman has hosted notable guests including President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Louis Armstrong, and Shirley Temple. The hotel sits 6 miles from Walla Walla Regional Airport, amid 130 wineries and 3000 acres of vineyards.

Pros

Features historic architecture with original elements like vintage clock and key cubbies

Located in the heart of Washington wine country with multiple on-site tasting rooms

Award-winning restaurant showcasing Pacific Northwest ingredients

Expert event planning team with state-of-the-art conference facilities

Cons

No spa or whirlpool facilities available

Airport is 6 miles from the property