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Consider this Quality Inn Uptown in Port Angeles, Washington

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My dear polite travelers,

On day four of our road trip through Northern California, Oregon, and Washington state, we finally reached Port Angeles—known as the “heart of the Olympic Peninsula”, and the "gateway of the Olympic National Forest” (according to “Visit Port Angeles”).  

And I couldn't agree more.  Its location is excellent for park day tripping and just hanging out on the dock.  Best yet, we were lucky enough to find the perfect place to do just that with the bonus of the best ocean view in Port Angeles.

Room #215

This is an old hotel with old hotel issues, like size and storage.  Still, we were treated to two walls of windows, one of which overlooked the bay.  Sure, it’s old, but it was clean and had a microwave, fridge, comfy bed, desk, and a decent size television.   The bathroom is also tight, but that didn’t seem to matter. 

A real plus was the two chairs right outside the room to sit and look out over the water with a chilled glass of wine.  Mmmmm...my kind of heaven. 

The Hotel

This Quality Inn is more of a motel.  The lobby is small with an attached, dark breakfast room.  The second floor is a walk-up—not accessible.  So, if you are mobility impaired, book a first-floor room.   It's also a bit noisy at night because the room is directly above the front desk.  If that is an issue, speak up or request a room farther away from that corner of the hotel.  It wasn't an issue for us.  

Note

The manager is a treat.  She ensures all is going well and will do what she can to make your visit memorable. 

The Free Breakfast

The breakfast is typical with no surprises: boiled eggs, yogurt, waffles, toast, muffins, cereal, and fruit.  But remember, you are not there just for the hotel.  It’s the view and ready access to adventure!

Note

A list of hotels and a map of our journey.  

Will I Return?

Perhaps we will if we return to this area.  Our choice of this hotel is based on the view, which was priceless. 

Until next time, my polite travelers: Happy Travels!

For More Information on this Hotel

Quality Inn Uptown in Port Angeles, WA 

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