Ashland

The Ashland Springs Hotel

(http://www.ashlandsprings...). a hotel known for its small rooms and high prices located downtown on east main street. it is a historic building which was, for many years, the tallest building between san francisco and portland

The impeccable restoration job and attention to detail by owners Kathy and John Loram have turned what was little more than a run-down heap of a house into a gorgeous B&B. Built in 1852, the Ashland Mountain House served as a stagecoach stop for 25 years. Today, this old yellow farmhouse 5 miles from town is once again welcoming weary travelers with its gracious hospitality and beautiful setting on 6 acres overlooking hills and valleys. Inside the inn, you'll find a library with an antique Steinway piano and floor-to-ceiling shelves of books. Gorgeous wood floors and original woodwork give the interior a classic feel, while hand-silk-screened wallpapers do a great job of conjuring up this old house's early years.

Columbia Hotel

(http://www.columbiahotel.com/). right downtown 1 block from the oregon shakespeare festival at 262 east main street. rates range from $49 to $69 in winter, $59-$105 in spring/fall and $73-$125 in summer. the columbia is special in that walking up the stairs is akin to going back to 1910 when it was built. it's a must see when you visit ashland. toll-free line: 1-800-718-2530

Two homey units; perfect for groups, families, as well as individuals. 2 equipped kitchens, 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, a/c, tv, wifi, off street parking, laundry, patio. Walk to downtown and theaters.

Chanticleer Inn

(http://www.ashlandbnb.com). ashland's oldest luxury b&b in quiet historic neighborhood. elegantly renovated 1920 craftsman. gourmet breakfasts, organic coffee, cookies, pvt baths, king beds, ac, wifi, nytimes, secluded gardens.

The Ashland Hostel

(http://www.theashlandhost...). it is close to the downtown, at 150 n. main, 541 482 9217. rates run from $28 for dorm style digs to $89 for a family room. this is an old-fashion youth hostel with a 10am-5pm lock-out period during which you can't be in your room and separate male and female dorms. just two blocks from the plaza, the ashland hostel offers very reasonably priced accommodations in a home-like atmosphere including kitchen privileges for travelers of all ages, not just youths.

Arden Forest Inn

(http://www.afinn.com/). ashland's lodging destination for theatre enthusiasts. this unique ashland bed & breakfast is situated on an acre of lush, park-like gardens and offers over 15 years of hospitality excellence.

Palm Cottages

(http://www.palmcottages.com/). across from southern oregon university, a few blocks from downtown, and is known for being a two-time winner of the ashland garden of month award. it has a pool, a lot of gardens, phones, cable tv, kitchens, free wifi and a horde of other amenities. rates range from $64 to $98 in winter, $69-$115 in spring/fall and $95-169 in summer. reservations: 1-800-691-2360

The Plaza Inn

(http://www.plazainnashlan...). generic hotel located north of downtown.

Ashland's Bed and Breakfast Network

800 944-0329, (http://www.abbnet.com) is an association of 25+ inns that cooperatively provide free lodging referral service for visitors to ashland, oregon. abbn is ashland's only lodging association run entirely by volunteers, and the b&b have all met the associations high standards set for membership.