MOTEL WEST, Bend

The motel is centrally positioned just a half-mile from the Deschutes River and the Bend Convention & Visitor Bureau. Drake Park is a 5-minute drive away, and Oregon State University Cascades is 6 km from the property. Public transport options include a bus station directly across the street, with a Mt. Bachelor shuttle stop a 3-minute walk away. Several restaurants, a grocery store (Safeway), and food trucks are within walking distance. The immediate area has some transient traffic, but the parking lot is well-lit and monitored by CCTV cameras.

Room types include Single Queen (1-2 people), Double Queen (2-4 people), and King Room (1-3 people). Each room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen cable TV, a work desk, free toiletries, and a private entrance. Some rooms have been recently renovated with upgraded bathrooms and modern decor, while others remain older and more basic. Road-facing rooms can be noisier, and interior rooms are generally quieter. The property has soundproofed rooms, though some have reported thin walls. Rooms are non-smoking; the property is older but generally clean, with comfortable beds, good water pressure, and spacious configurations available.

Guests will need to plan meals outside the property. The area offers several dining options within a 5-minute walk, including The Breakfast Club, Baskin-Robbins, Dutch Brothers Coffee, Platypus Pub, Abby's Legendary Pizza, Five Guys, and Croutons. A Safeway grocery store is also within walking distance. The vending machine on site provides drinks only.

The property does not have a swimming pool, spa, or fitness center. The Deschutes River is a half-mile away, offering walking and cycling trails. The Old Mill district is 3 km away for shopping and entertainment. The location is a popular base for skiing at Mt. Bachelor, with a shuttle stop a 3-minute walk away.

Free public parking is available on site with no reservation needed, including spaces for RVs. The property recently installed fiber optic Wi-Fi, which provides strong and fast internet in most rooms, though some have reported spotty connectivity in certain areas. The 24-hour front desk allows for late check-ins. Daily housekeeping is provided free of charge. Services include fax/photocopying and vending machines for drinks. Security features include 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key card access. Family rooms and ground-floor rooms are available upon request, subject to availability.