Seeking Suggestions for a Week in October

I would say no to Orlando or Puerto Rico in October. It is still hurricane season.

That might affect how I thought about Cancun as well. I'm not as familiar with the storm season for Cabo or Puerto Vallarta so not sure about them.

New England is gorgeous in October. From Boston, you’d have easy access to beautiful scenery and foliage throughout the region - I would recommend Maine in particular.

bostonphil7,
Ooh, what fun to plan a week in October! I concur with avoiding anywhere in the hurricane belt. If I had my druthers,and if I had 7-9 days I would choose:
Montreal and Quebec City (3 full days in each, and more if you have 8-9 days instead of 7).
Chicago...I spent 4 full days there awhile back around Veteran's Day and enjoyed the fall weather and needed a couple more days. (Missed the "Bean" and Wrigley Field tour and Chicago River architectural cruise to name a few).
Denver, with maybe a day trip to Rocky Mountain Natl. Park or the Air Force Academy, Pike's Peak views, Rodeo Hall of Fame, Red Rocks for a concert if available.
And, of course, any part of New England you can fit into a week. Boston can fill a week with nearby places to visit also.

Maybe it's propinquity, but I wouldn't spend a week in Reno-Tahoe. Reno is too much like Las Vegas, but in a prettier setting. Maybe 4 days total in the area. I've been there often (daughter lives an hour away from South Lake Tahoe), and the mountains and Lake are lovely, but the casino culture is a turn off for me.
(By the way, I imagine you have been to Santa Fe and Albuquerque NM. If not, a week between these two nearby cities offer lots to see and there are day trip tours to some cool places.)

Have fun planning!

P.S. Just realized that Montreal/Quebec are no good for Southwest miles, alas!

Judy, that's too bad. I was just getting ready to toss in Mary's trip report, as she just got back from Montreal. Boston Phil, you should still look at it. Maybe you would have a chance to get up there some time. Looks like a really nice city. https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/trip-reports/trip-report-montreal-may-2026

There's a lot of US cities I would suggest, but getting around them without a car can be difficult, depending on the city.

That said, Denver is a fun and attractive city, and they do have decent public transportation, but really, it would be even better to get up into the mountains from the city. I don't know if they have any tours or anything like that. The mountains sit right on the outside of Denver, so it wouldn't be that far, and there actually are buses that go up there.

I used to live in Evergreen, which is about 45 minutes outside the city up in the mountains, and I took the bus to work downtown just about every day so I know there are buses that go up and back to the mountains. Of course, it's even better if you have a car, because then you can take the canyon road, which has prettier scenery than the expressway. Evergreen is a really cool place to visit as well. But then again, there's a good chance of snow in October.

I'd probably choose some place that didn't have any weather vagaries. Really, if you're willing to travel there, Mexico would be the most fun and certainly the most exotic of all the places you've listed.

Pam, good call on the hurricanes—I wouldn't have thought of that. I did check on Cabo and Puerto Vallarta and here is what Gemini said:

Yes, both destinations share the Eastern Pacific hurricane season, which officially runs from May 15 through November 30. The peak months for storm activity are typically August through October. While both sit in the path of the Pacific season, they experience it quite differently:

Puerto Vallarta: This region rarely experiences direct hurricane strikes. The geography of Banderas Bay and the nearby Sierra Madre mountains acts as a natural shield. Storms that do pass by generally bring heavy afternoon showers rather than destructive winds.

Cabo San Lucas: Located on the Baja Peninsula, Cabo is more exposed to open-ocean storms. While direct landfalls are still relatively infrequent, the area is much more likely to experience strong tropical storms or hurricane brushes during the late summer and early fall.If you are planning to visit during these months, keep a close eye on the National Hurricane Center forecasts and consider flexible travel insurance.

Wow, I was not expecting so much wonderful feedback. Thank you

Yes one of the keys to my week in October is using my S W Rewards/ I have over 130,000 miles. And I want to fly non stop for October.

Judy

You might be surprised to find out that I have not been to Albuquerque but have a friend there so would consider.

Have been to Santa Fe once and would like t go back.

I guess that I could go to. Albuquerque and take a shuttle to Santa Fe??????

Spend 2 nights in Albuquerque and 3 in Santa Fe . Then back to Albuquerque for one n ight before heading home.

Mardee

Thanks for your feedback.

I spent a few hours in Denver some years back and really liked it. Would not mind spending a week there but also taking an excursion out of town once or twice.

I could travel anytime the entire month of October. Maybe Denver, I would go early October and Mexico late October.

I have a very old Austin friend who has lived in Evergreen for many years. She came to visit me in the airport last time. I hope that she might again Or maybe i can take. a bus to Evergreen.

I am well aware of hurricane season. I am hoping that by late October, I would be lucky but one never knows especially with climate change.

Hi Judy and acutor

I grew up in Boston and have visited many times so I am familiar with region. I love Boston

If I went, I would go for 6 nights because there is still some family and friends back there.

I also have never been to the Gardner Museum and this time, I would like to go.

I would take a cruise from Boston to Canada during leaf changing. I realize one never knows but the cruise is early to mid October so I should see some color.

That would make it a two week vacation which i can do.

I have done research and want to stay near the cruise port. Hotel prices are outrageous but I will be flying on rewards and price of my cruise would be reasonable so I can afford the hotel splurge.

I love Tahoe and try to go every year but you would probably need to rent a car to see the lake and mountains if you fly into Reno.

The combination of a visit with family and friends and a cruise from Boston sounds great and early October is ideal.

Denver also sounds good, but I’ve only spent a few days there. Have you ruled out Chicago? There is a lot to see and do there.

Hello Barbara

I really like Chicago but I have spent time there although it has been years. For my October vacation, I think that I would prefer a smaller city than Chicago.

I want some nature for my October vacation.

If I went to Reno, I might be able to get a day excursion to Lake Tahoe or somewhere else outside of Reno. Have to look into that.

Another possibility. I could fly to Los Angeles and cruise The Mexican Riviera.

There are three ports: one is Cabo and one is Puerto Vallarta, both of which I am very interested in. Of course, i will only be spending hours in each port and not a week.

And since I would be on a Norwegian ship, I trust and hope they would be monitoring the weather.

I have read reviews that this is a beautiful cruise with positive comments about Cabo and Puerto Vallarta.

There are three ports: one is Cabo and one is Puerto Vallarta, both of which I am very interested in.

I like this idea for you, but don't forget the hurricane season. If you google "hurricanes october puerto vallarta" you'll see it's probably not an ideal time. What about pushing it to early December? I googled "puerto vallarta december" and it looks OK and less rainy with cooler nights.

Hi Mary

I live in affordable housing and begin my yearly recertification early November. Recertification can go on for months, depending. Until I get my new lease in hand, I do not go anywhere.

I would be sailing with Norwegian and they will keep their eye on the weather. This sometimes results in cancellations and changes which is always disappointing but safety first..

But Boston to Canada is still a possibility.

And I am also thinking about Minneapolis. SW flies non stop to Minneapolis. I have never been to our northern states including Minneapolis.

Minneapolis would satisfy some of my urban desires but also my desires to be in nature. I have been doing some research.

I would disregard Reno/Tahoe that time of year. I live only 1.5 hours from Tahoe (the north shore) and when I worked we would have annual conferences that alternated locations. It was often either South Lake Tahoe or San Diego. We would fly to San Diego and drive to Tahoe. One year in late October there was a blizzard just before we went and Highway 50 was treacherous. Thankfully I was in a car driven by a former California Highway Patrolman who had grown up on Long Island. As you can imagine we don’t get snow in my neck of the woods, but the mountains are a different story. On the other hand I just flew from Reno to Seattle in March and it was one of the easiest airports I have ever been to. I don’t advise staying in Reno, but if you don’t mind driving there are some cool towns to visit. Virginia City, Genoa (my grandfather was born there), Carson City (the State Capital and a good base) if you’ve never been Lake Tahoe is beautiful. The places I have suggested are near the South shore, but it has more of the big casinos which is not my thing. I personally like the North shore better and Emerald Bay is on the West shore. It is stunning. You could drive around the lake from the South shore and around the lake.obviously this wouldn’t work if you don’t want to drive.

I think a New England cruise would be really nice if it’s not too late to book it.

I love the idea of a week in Boston and surroundings for you, but remember that October is prime leaf-peeping season in New England and the prices get jacked up accordingly. Also hotels in VT, NH and ME book up way in advance. So maybe landing in Boston and almost immediately getting on a cruise would be the way to go. In my experience Boston hotel prices are among the worst of major US cities.
Cynthia

Hi Andrea

I have been to Lake Tahoe many years ago and yes, it is beautiful. Have also been to Reno many years ago but never stayed there.

I used to live in San Francisco.

Again years ago, I took an Amtrak train from San Francisco to Denver. We went through the Sierra Nevada Mountains. And if you want to talk beautiful .....

Why would you not stay in Reno? Looks like they have some nice casino hotels?

I have been spending a lot of time watching youtube videos.

Hi ponygirl1813

I would spend almost a week in Boston because I grew up there and still have a little family and a few friends. Want to visit with.a few people besides doing some sightseeing.

The hotel prices in Boston are worse than Paris.I want to stay near the cruise port and it is going to be a splurge. But I am going to be flying on rewards. And I have some cruise credits that will bring the price of the cruise down.

However I am also seriously considering The Twin Cities, Denver, Santa Fe and Reno. I have been spending some time watching youtube videos and going to sites. I have sent for visitor information.

They all seem to be great cities.

I guess it’s just personal preference to not stay in Reno. We aren’t gamblers and don’t enjoy smoky casinos. In March we drove up and stayed in a hotel with a shuttle to the airport. We were flying to Seattle to help our daughter and her family relocate to the Reno area. We were driving the U-Haul to their new home because they had two other vehicles to drive. I chose that hotel because of the shuttle and they only charged me $10 to keep my car parked there for 5 or 6 days. If you enjoy casinos there is no reason not to stay in one.

Hi Andrea

I don't smoke and I am a very light drinker. I will not be buying any alcohol but if i am offered a drink, I will accept but only one. I really do not gamble but will play the slot machines here and there for very small amount.

But I enjoy the casinos. I enjoy night life if it is not too crowded or chaotic. I have been to Las Vegas two or three times and loved exploring them. Loved the free things to do and found the casinos interesting.

But I am also wanting to explore Reno and its natural beauty. It is not just about the casinos. I have also discovered that I will be able to take day trips to Tahoe and other places.

If you go to Reno, there are some nearby places of interest to visit: Carson City (state capital) has a really nice state museum (well-done historical artifacts and displays) and the nice railroad museum; Virginia City has old-time preserved buildings and lots of references to the mining history (with mine tours), a nice day trip from Reno with lots to see (including where Mark Twain worked as a newspaperman); Truckee (old-timey town), and the nearby Donner Pass museum and memorial to the Donner party. Donner Lake is a pretty place to visit. The big rodeo in Reno is in June, but there may be some smaller rodeo shows other times. Worth checking out.

We have circumnavigated Lake Tahoe by car. The western side is prettier, I think, and covers the lovely Emerald Bay. South Lake Tahoe is so-so, more of a draw in ski season, but does have some nice beach areas (and more casinos).
Not something you would probably go for, but the whole larger area around Tahoe has many, many good fishing places....lakes and streams in gorgeous settings. (My daughter does a lot of fly fishing, but she lives just 1-3 hours from some great fishing places.)
Have fun deciding on your adventure!

As Judy said above, the most spectacular part of Tahoe is the west side, from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City. If you can find a day tour from Reno that goes around the lake with a few stops, that would be great. On the East (Nevada) side, the area around Sand Harbor just south of Incline village is also very nice.

Edited to add that I see Tahoe tours that stop in both Sand Harbor and Emerald Bay. That is what I would look for if you choose Reno as your destination.

Also adding that Donner State Park is interesting and has easy flat walks but I’m not sure if there is a good way to get there without a car.

Judy and Barbara N

Thank you for the information.

I have been watching a lot of youtube videos on Reno as well as all the other places I am interested in.

My problem is making a decision. They are all beautiful and interesting.

And now I am also interested in Salt Lake City.

Have been to Santa Fe once and would like t go back. I guess that I
could go to. Albuquerque and take a shuttle to Santa Fe?????? Spend 2
nights in Albuquerque and 3 in Santa Fe . Then back to Albuquerque for
one n ight before heading home.

Lover of Santa Fe here! We'll very likely be back through there for the 7th or 8th time on a fall road trip this year. October is a great month for "The City Different" with (likely) sunny days and crisp nights. As you've been there once, you might remember that it's very much a walking city although some of its highlights, such as the wonderful museums on Museum Hill, will require public transit or Uber to get to. The Canyon Road galleries are great fun to browse but it's also an old part of the city, and pedestrian surfaces are uneven and sometimes narrow so with your cane you'd need to watch your feet.

I'd definitely stay right down in the city center; within a few blocks of the Plaza. Within easy walks will be the Historic Palace of the Governors and NM History Museum, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, New Mexico Museum of Art, Cathedral Basilica of St Francis and Loretto Chapel, not to mention tons of adobe-style architecture, restaurants, fun shops, and color (they LOVE color!) The New Mexico State Capitol is not a far walk, really, and was built in the shape of the Zia sun symbol - which also adorns the NM State flag - as is the only circular-shaped capitol building in the US. It has a great art collection, all created by New Mexican artists. Free to visit, it's well worth the time. https://www.santafe.org/visiting-santa-fe/about-santa-fe/new-mexico-state-capitol/

You might enjoy a day trip to points further afield? This company - https://www.swadventures.com - is seeing very good reviews, and I might suggest the 1/2 day New Mexico Sampler tour that goes to the historic (and very interesting) El Santuario de Chimayo (https://www.nps.gov/places/el-santuario-de-chimayo.htm or https://www.holychimayo.us) and some NM landscapes along the way. We've been to the Santuario many times (and we're not particularly religious) and it's a treasure of the New Mexican folk art styles of santos, bultos and retablos (https://www.holychimayo.us/retablos-and-bultos.) LOL, I'm a huge fan of old New Mexican churches and that particular art form as, to the carvers/painters and the faithful, it's more than just decoration. They've also come down from a time when teaching aides needed by early missionaries for local cultures that didn't speak English or Spanish essentially had to be created from available materials.

Anyway, along with the main church, and there's lovely, touching chapel of Santo Niño - dedicated to the Holy Child of Atocha - where offerings of thanks in the form of little children's shoes cover some of the walls and other surfaces. Why shoes? Read the legend: https://www.holychimayo.us/santo-nino-chapel. Here and there on the grounds are shrines that contain all sorts of colorful offerings, and there are public restrooms.

If this tour doesn't interest you, take a look at some of the others? You could even call them, explain your mobility challenges and interests, and see what they might recommend? I've not taken one of their tours but as above, they are seeing very positive reviews.

Shuttle from/to Albuquerque airport: the previous Groome transport service is unfortunately history but I see that there's a new one with 4 trips daily between airport and select downtown SF hotels. It costs about $70 one-way.

https://nmshuttle.com

Hi Kate

Thank you for the thorough and interesting information.

I have decided that if I go to Santa Fe, I will spend 6 full nights there. I went to Santa Fe once many years back for a night or two. But I was not as well traveled as I am now and money was tighter back them.

I will also consider a half day or day trip from Santa Fe.

I plan to stay right in the center.

But I see you are in Minnesota and I am also considering the Twin Cities. I have never been to the northern states. I also love museums and love nature.

And I am also thinking about Minneapolis. SW flies non stop to Minneapolis. I have never been to our northern states including Minneapolis.

I was going to suggest this as it has the nonstop angle. Time it Oct 10-20 and the leaves will be changing color.

Minneapolis Art Institute One of the better art museums in the country. Of course it's not at the level of the the Metropolitan Museum of Art or Chicago Art Institute, or even Detroit or the National Gallery in DC, but IMO a lot better collection than the much more famous Getty Center. It's a nice size, can see it in 3 hours, and no charge.

Walker Art Center covers modern art. The adjacent sculpture garden is wonderful.

The Mill City Museum covers the milling past.

In St Paul (right on the green light rail line) is the state capitol, not as big as the one in Austin but more handsome I think. Recently renovated.

There are plenty of plays to see if you like theater. Indecent looks interesting.

Since you’ve never been to the twin cities or that area, I would think that’s a great place for your trip. Fall in the cities is my favorite time of year there (I was raised in the Midwest). Tons of stuff to see and beautiful nature even smack dab in town.

Of course Sante Fe is also gorgeous and if the shuttle doesn’t work out, there is a very inexpensive train from Albuquerque to Sante Fe. Short ride.

Too bad Southwest doesn’t fly nonstop for you to Puerto Vallarta. Probably been there over a dozen times in the last ten years. My happy place. But to cruise there you would miss so much of what makes it special.

Good luck with your planning. Hope you let us know what you decide.

jennya

I think southwest does fly non stop to Puerto Vallarta.

I was considering Puerto Vallarta but persons suggested there might be an issue with hurricanes in October.

I was also considering a Mexican Riviera cruise but there is such a problem getting from LAX to San Pedro that I said forget it.

Have you gone to Puerto Vallarta in October? Some sources say that it is very unlikely there would be hurricanes but other sources have said hurricanes are a real problem.

I am glad that you mentioned Puerto Vallarta.

Toby and jennya

Thank you.

There are so many choices. I have requested information from some of these cities.

However yesterday a very well travelled friend highly recommended Salt Lake City.

It is exciting that there are so many wonderful places that meet my desires and that I have to make a choice.

Sometimes we Americans forget what a beautiful country we have in our quest to see the world and travel internationally.

I love museums and I also love being outside in nature.

Southwest flies to Puerto Vallarta nonstop from Houston, Denver, and Phoenix.

disppointed Toby

I thought that tey flew nonstop from Austin

Bostonphil7,

Probably a moot point since there are no direct flights, but yes I have been to PV in Oct. Hurricanes didn’t concern me but humidity might concern you. Maybe keep it in mind for another journey.

Interesting that Salt Lake City was recommended. It’s of course all personal but I can’t imagine what you would do for a whole week there. Last year I enjoyed a 3 nighter and that was plenty. The Mormon history there is huge and I did enjoy learning more about it.

As you say, our country has so many opportunities for travelers. And I think it’s pretty hard to beat our national parks and beaches.

Hope you decide pretty soon as October will be here before you know it!

Having thought about it a bit, while I won't completely disagree with Toby and Jennya, I don't know as Mpls has enough of the things you personally find interesting to fill a week. Our Twin Cities metro area is very spread out, and you would definitely need to get a handle on public transport (buses and light rail) or make use of Uber/Lyft to cover ground (I know you won't drive.)

I also know that you are 80/81, have mobility challenges (you use a cane, and walking can be painful) and insomnia, don't care for nightlife or restaurants above budget level, and can usually, physically, manage only one attraction per day. As Toby said, our Minneapolis Institute of Art is wonderful, IMHO, but not walking distance for you from the downtown core. The American Swedish Institute (https://asimn.org) is not far from the MIA; you'd likely want to take public transit between them. The Walker might be manageable from downtown on foot, and same with the Mill Museum. The riverfront is a nice piece of scenery - take a stroll across the historic Stone Arch Bridge - and you might head to the Guthrie Theater's upper levels for a birds-eye view. But our downtown was hit hard by COVID, causing many retail businesses to exit and leaving our famous skyways largely empty and not much along the streets below. The biggest draws are for sports (Target Center basketball, Twins baseball and Vikings Football stadiums) music clubs (Dakota Jazz Club, Fine Line, Berlin, First Ave. etc.), Minnesota Orchestra, theater and performing arts (Guthrie, State Theater, Orpheum) and restaurants.

St Paul offers expansive Como Park with its fun little zoo, conservatory and gardens: THIS might be the ticket for you, and the park will be lovely in the fall.
https://comozooconservatory.org
https://comozooconservatory.org/category/como-gardens/

The Minnesota History Center is also in downtown SP, not far from the Capitol...which is indeed an impressive piece of Cass Gilbert architecture, and offers free tours ($5 donation suggested.) Fort Snelling is really interesting but does involve quite a bit of walking to explore: https://www.mnhs.org/fortsnelling/visit. Union Depot is worth a look-see, and also offers free tours: https://www.uniondepot.org

Anyway, a bit more to add to Toby and Jennya's helpful posts. It would just be good to be aware of how spread out our Twin Cities are, and that homework is strongly suggested to make use of public transit if not using Uber or a rental car.

I don't know as Mpls has enough of the things you personally find interesting to fill a week

To put in perspective, I think it would be easier to fill a week in the Twin Cities than say Nashville or Austin, which are a lot more famous destinations.

Yes covid hit Minneapolis hard (and St Paul a lot worse). The most lively area to stay in is on Washington between 2nd St N and 5th St N. Lots of excellent restaurants within walking distance. Frankly I would Uber everywhere in town and walk/train practically no where, except to/from airport, the Capitol, and along the river.

There are shuttles directly to Duluth from MSP, easy connect from your Southwest flight. I just wish there were easy day tours up the shore of Lake Superior to Split Rock, Palisade Head, etc. There isn't the tourist crush to support things like that.

The most lively area to stay in is on Washington between 2nd St N and
5th St N. Lots of excellent restaurants within walking distance

Yep, the North Loop! Lots of restaurants and a lively area although no museums and just a couple of hotels - The Hewing, and Marriott TownePlace Suites over on N 2nd St. - unless I'm missing something? Oh, Element over on N 5th St.

Have you given up on going to Spokane to meet up with the North Idaho group? You could certainly get to either Spokane or Seattle with your miles.

There have been some pretty serious safety concerns in Puerto Vallarta recently. I do not encourage you to go there for a week.

Think about what it is that you want out of your vacation. Perhaps that will help you narrow it down.

Carol N R

I am so sad that I had to give up on the Spokane meeting the end of September because it was so difficult to get to CDA from Austin.

I was going to have to change planes going there and coming home.

But the biggest issue was getting to CDA from Spokane. The shuttle service was not reliable.

If I booked with the resort, they provided shuttle service at a good price but the room at the resort was very expensive for just me. My room at the resort was going to cost $400 on Saturday night and that was without breakfast. I would have gone for at least three if not four nights.

And last I checked, all the rooms at the resort had been sold but for. a few that began at $900.00.

Hello everyone

After all this, I may not go anywhere this October.

My U K ETA has been approved. I have a cruise booked from Reykjavik to Southampton September 2027. There will be 10 ports and it is going to require a lot of planning as well as cost a lot of money. Fifty two excursions are already available.

I am also going to have my cataracts out this summer.

However one never knows. I would think about one cruise such as the one that I am going on in 2027. I would do a lot of research and then decide on another cruise.

But the information would be on forum for other people who might use it and then I sometimes ended up using the information another time such as Paris.

It never goes to waste.

I haven’t read all of this thread so if this was discussed, I’m sorry. The west coast of Mexico gets hurricanes in October so be careful of that.

I visited northeast Pennsylvania at the end of October and many areas were void of tree color. I’m thinking visiting further north should happen by mid October. Google peak fall colors to get an idea.

Thank you Dianne

The thread has grown. I am so happy for all the responses.

@bostonphil7 - Good luck with your surgery this summer. Maybe you can do a shorter weekend trip in the fall somewhere not too far and not too costly.
How fun that you have a cruise already booked for next year and can start research for it. I have never been in a cruise (not my style of traveling) but I guess 10 ports is a lot from what I hear. A great adventure awaits you!

I am also going to have my cataracts out this summer.

That's going to be no big deal: just some discomfort (like sand in the eye) for a few hours right after the procedure. You won't feel a thing when it's being done, and it goes quickly, especially if you're not doing lenses too. You'll likely be driving again within 48 hours but they'll tell you what they recommend at your follow-up appt.

Had both my eyes done + new lenses last year, and my husband is having the same in a couple of weeks.

Another dqy

The more i think about it, I may want to do something in October or maybe even November but I think it will be last minute which is a possibility.

Still feeling fatigued from my week in Paris but September 2027 when I have my next cruise booked is a long way away.

Austin summers are long and hot. I am usually inside until evenings going nowhere in the daytime unless I must.

This is usually when I think about and work on travel. Would not be surprised if I begin to think about a week somewhere in October, especially a cool place.

I think it is going to be easy to go somewhere already mentioned for a week, last minute.

Boston Phil- Reverting to CdA, if you could sort out the transport from Spokane Airport, I have just looked and the room I had to let go many weeks ago is very surprisingly still available. It was at the Resort City Inn- on booking.com for 3 nights (Friday to Sunday) it is on for £445 non refundable or £506 cancellable until 24 hours beforehand for a Queen or King room.

Booked direct I think it is a little bit cheaper. but me being me I'd feel more protected with booking.com, for such a tiny price difference.

Personally the big benefit was that it is about 3 blocks from the bakery, and (equally importantly) about 10 blocks from St Luke's Episcopal Church for Sunday morning. I did an awful lot of due diligence on the motel and couldn't find anything especially negative- certainly not the most exciting option by a long way-, just yet another motel. Others here have found way more interesting places to stay in town. Google maps tells me 7 minutes walk to Church which I suspect to be very optimistic (15 to 20 feels more likely).

There may be something I really can't unearth to explain why the property is still not sold out.

isn31c

so are you going to the meeting in CDA?

That is really. long way from England

There were some very nice hotels and other accommodations but they did not offer reliable transportation between Spokane and CDA.

Only CDA Resort offered what appeared to be reliable shuttle at a good price, like $50 each way. And I am assuming that the shuttle is reliable. The resort owns the shuttle service and the drivers are employees of CDA resort but then you do not really know.

Last year, an uber or taxi was OVER $100 each way and I do not know what it might be now.

But as said, my room for Saturday night at CDA would have been $400 without breakfast. And this was the most inexpensive room at the resort. Last I looked, everything was sold out and the only rooms available began at $900.00.

But i might look again.

I would not have hesitated if a shuttle was offered from the airport two or three times a day.