On many levels, this hotel warrants a five, but because of the price I gave it a four. Clearly, though, I thought very highly of the Hotel Condon,. Millions were spent five years ago renovating it, and it was bought for a song last year by the current owners. Charm and attention to details throughout the hotel, from the lobby to the rooms, robes, bedding, and public areas. The only thing I did not like was the fancy looking toiletry, made in Mexico of questionable ingredients--actually smelled bad. The restaurant was in fact excellent, but again, pricey. It is not for me to question the business model of running a fancy hotel and restaurant in a town of less than 800 (with no bigger towns for a hundred miles) and charging top dollar. Some may object to paying the price, overall, I thought it was worth it.

I was just on a random road trip and decided to stay here the night. The lobby and dining are is very nice, and the staff was friendly and helpful.

I booked a queen room, and although a little small, was very comfortable and nice looking. The bathroom was decently sized with cute complementary soap/lotion kit.

There were a few draw backs. The menu although looked good was very high priced, and there isn't room service that i know of and I didn't want to sit in the diner alone. Also it was Easter so everything in town was closed so I went the night on diet coke and pillow mints. The room was also noisy. They play music (not at night) in the hotel and I can here it through the door, and the constant walking of my neighbors upstairs.

But it was an elegant place and worth staying at. I will go again.

Condon, Oregon: The Hotel Condon
Date: Feb 1-2, 2008
I was scheduled to deliver a training in remote Fossil, OR and needed lodging for a couple nights. Searching online, I found that Condon was the closest that offered a place to stay and I read a positive review of the Hotel Condon and made reservations. I have to say, this 18-room, completely restored hotel was a delight and surprise! Let me get the one tiny drawback out of the way first. The internet service was spotty to non-existent. I was frustrated at first, but then "gave in" to the fact that this place was made for relaxing - hang the internet!

So, it's the little things that make the difference. To name just a few: monogrammed terry robes, a wicker linen basket with gingham liner for discarded towels, etc., BIG ceramic coffee mugs and stemmed drinking glasses, Starbucks coffee for the in-room coffee maker, tile floor in the bath with two hook-woven rugs, spotless tile tub/shower combo and a complimentary toiletry collection fancy enough for gifting! In addition to the room amenities, there is a common area on each floor with fire place, book shelves, very tasteful art and sculpture and many deep, comfortable chairs and sofas for casual conversation with guests or just reading by the fire. As far as the restaurant goes, the service, settings, food and professional staff are strictly five-star. So I would recommend that anyone go out of their way (Condon is nowhere near any major thoroughfare and is plunked down in the middle of Central Oregon wheat farming country) to stay at this fabulous "gem" of a hotel.

We have stayed at the hotel twice since the new owners have taken over. They have clearly taken great pains to provide a first class experience in lodging and dining. The newly remodeled hotel is very nice with high end decor and a tastefull environment. The steak house provided an excellent meal and exquisite dessert. All things considered, however, it is a fair amount overpriced. I think they would do more business and show greater profits if they reduced their prices about 25%. Nice staff.