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Dinty's Motor Inn

Stay at Dinty's Motor Inn in Wasco, OR. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking, pet-friendly rooms, and easy access to Maryhill Museum of Art. 166 guest reviews, 4.1 rating.

91581 Biggs Rufus Hwy, Wasco, OR 97065, United States View on map
8.2/10
Very Good Based on 166 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned Pet-friendly
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stays with friendly service and great value

Visitors highlight the motel’s clean rooms, attentive staff, and peaceful setting, balanced by modest, dated facilities. A convenient base for exploring the Columbia River Gorge and nearby attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, helpful staff providing welcoming service even during late arrivals
  • Clean and well-maintained rooms with comfortable beds and new bath linens
  • Fast, reliable free Wi-Fi that exceeds expectations for the price
  • Quiet location with nice views of the Columbia River and surrounding scenery
  • On-site market offering good coffee, snacks, and convenience for travelers

Worth knowing

  • The property is older and some furniture appears dated, reflecting its motel style
  • No on-site restaurant or pool; dining options are offsite (Linda’s restaurant across the street noted)
  • A/C units are modern and functional, though other fixtures may feel basic
  • Pet friendly but outdoor space for dogs is rocky with minimal grass
  • Located near highway and train tracks, though noise generally does not disturb most guests

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking clean, straightforward accommodations
  • Visitors passing through or requiring a quiet overnight stop in the Columbia River Gorge area
  • Those valuing friendly service and a homey atmosphere over luxury amenities
  • Pet owners looking for a pet-friendly motel close to nature spots
  • Travelers wanting a good base for visiting local attractions like Maryhill Museum of Art and Maryhill State Park
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About this property

Welcome to Dinty's Motor Inn

Dinty's Motor Inn is a modest motel offering a comfortable and practical stay along the Biggs Rufus Highway in Wasco, Oregon. The property features air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, free parking, and is both pet- and kid-friendly, making it suitable for a variety of travelers including road trippers and families. While the interiors and furnishings show signs of age, guest reviews highlight the rooms as clean and well-maintained, with comfortable beds and essential amenities like new bath towels and a Roku streaming TV.

The motel's location is convenient for those exploring the Columbia River Gorge area, located near attractions such as the Maryhill Museum of Art and Maryhill State Park. Visitors appreciate the quiet despite the proximity to the highway and train tracks, and several guests mention the scenic views of the river from the property. Nearby dining options include a restaurant across the street, adding practical convenience for guests.

Facilities at Dinty's Motor Inn focus on basic needs rather than extras; there is no pool, restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle. The welcoming and friendly staff receive consistent praise, which often offsets the property's dated appearance. Travelers valuing reasonable rates and a no-frills stay will find the motel a solid choice for overnight stops or short visits in the area.

Although some reviews note older furnishings and limited outdoor spaces, overall impressions tend to be positive, especially regarding cleanliness, comfort, and helpfulness of the staff. The property’s rating reflects a mix of these perspectives, positioning it as a practical option for those seeking convenience and straightforward accommodations without the premium price.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Pool
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

SG
Scottie Giese Apr 14, 2026
10

Great little motel. Sure, not the newest place but that's not necessarily a bad thing. The rooms, in my opinion are kept up nice and the staff is very friendly. That's the main thing that matters. Location is very convenient too with me being a trucker.

LD
Laurence Dang Apr 13, 2026
10

Arrived at 1:30am, having called ahead of time that we would get there after hours because of bad weather. The manager was very nice and welcoming. Our room had been already heated, making things so much nicer! The room and bathroom was very clean, and featured great amenities and a comfortable bed. Very happy with our stay! We'll be back if we need a place to stay in the area!

MB
Matt Bodall Apr 08, 2026
10

Nice little motel. As the pictures show, the rooms/furniture look a little dated but are clean and in good shape. Beds are comfortable. Compared to the free WiFi that is unusable slow at hotels that I’ve paid literally 3x more than this place, this free WiFi is actually fast. Super nice owners that makes your stay at this otherwise average motel an above average experience. The rate was more than reasonable for a single king bed during the busy summer season (it was actually the least expensive room within many miles). Linda’s restaurant across the street has good food to eat while you’re here. Bottom line: rated 5 stars even though this is not a 4-star hotel, but you don’t pay anywhere near 4-star prices. Worth every penny and the awesome owners make it even better. I would absolutely stay here again.

AM
Autumn Massender Mar 16, 2026
8.0

Nice clean rooms, friendly staff at the hotel and the Deli/store. Would have been great if that pool was open. And also maybe a dog friendly place with grass. My poor pup got a thorn in her paw in the only place I seen to take them which was just rock with dead foliage and thorns.

KM
Kellie Mullen Mar 04, 2026
10

Everything you'd want in an on-the-road stop. The unpretentious room was exceptionally clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel looks over the highway and train tracks in the Gorge yet maintains a quiet setting. I could hear trains in the distance but was not disturbed by them as I rested. Woke to a lovely sunrise over the river. Dinty's market offers up a good coffee (was even able to have a non-dairy latte!) and an assortment of tasty snacks for on the road. Will be returning when I'm visiting the Gorge.

LEJ
Lu Ella Jones Feb 20, 2026
10

I always stay here on my way to and from Idaho. Nice place with great customer service. it's very quiet and the beds are quite comfortable and as a bonus has an incredible view of the Columbia River.

SJ
Sammantha Jo Feb 05, 2026
8.0

First off this place was $79 a night and in the smallest town I've ever been to. We were in a pinch and so sick of driving so this place saved the day. Secondly- the gentleman that works the front desk was amazing! He is why this place was given a 4 star by me. Now the bad things- the place is incredibly old and outdated but mostly the 2 chairs in the room were covered in what I can only imagine was dried body fluids so we brought in our own pillows, blankets and bed mat cause we were disgusted with the chairs, we didn't want to sleep directly on the bed.

JT
Jessica Tomassian Jan 26, 2026
10

We were so pleasantly surprised by this place! The staff is super friendly and the rooms are clean. The fixtures are dated, but still quite functional and the A/C unit is new and has a remote control. They are not stingy with their bath towels, which are also obviously new and quite fluffy. There is a Roku connected to the TV so you can watch any streaming service you have a login for. There is a great view of the river out the back window and relatively little freeway noise, even though it's so close. Their general store is also quite well stocked, has great breakfast, and provides a free coffee for hotel guests. We will absolutely stay here again if we're passing through!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Dinty's Motor Inn

Wasco, Oregon, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • McAllister Field 1 hr 34 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

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