Living in the Northwest we have so many wonderful options for budget friendly or cheap weekend getaways. Within driving distance we can see the mountains, wine country, beaches, and city getaways. We have access to family vacations, romantic escapes, outdoor vacations or urban site seeing. Plus, you can do many of these things on a budget too!
Here are our favorite picks this week, for some great deals you can get on Pacific Northwest Getaways. Be sure to bookmark this page (or pin it to your travel board here) as we will be updating it weekly (each Thursday) with new ideas!
If you want to know what some of these destinations are like, be sure to check out our northwest travel reviews page for some of our favorite affordable getaways (and savings tips).
Seattle Area Hotels (Washington):
Book a 2-Night Stay for Two at The Captain Whidbey Inn in Coupeville, WA starting at $70.50/nt! The main building of this inn was built in 1907 using timber from the surrounding forests, and it still has a rustic feel to this day. Rooms have great views of either Penn Cove, the garden, or the lagoon. Other amenities include shared bathrooms, free WiFi, wood-burning fireplaces, an onsite restaurant and tavern, and more.
Book a 2-Day Washington or California Backpacking Trip OR a 3-Day Survival Course in California starting at $139! Treks and Tracks offers several options to choose from, including backpacking in Shi Shi Beach, backpacking in Hoh Rainforest backpacking in Castle Rock State Park, or a 3-day/2-night practical wilderness survival course. Each trip includes tents and backpacks, sleeping bags and pads, one dinner and one breakfast, water-purification systems, First-aid kits, and a detailed list of what to bring with you. Each day you’ll hike 3-6 miles depending on your trip with a backpack weighing 30-40 pounds, so you should be in good physical condition before booking this trip.
Portland Area Hotels (Oregon):
Have Fun at the Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa in Warm Springs, OR starting at $89/nt! Book a stay for two in a lodge king room or lodge double-king room with dates into July. Kids 17 or younger can stay for free! Amenities include an onsite restaurant, a spa, a golf ocurse, a hot-springs pool that is open year-round, and more. This Resort has everything you need to relax plus lots of activities to keep the family busy such as mini golf, basketball, and more.
Stay at the Best Western Inn at the Meadows in Portland, OR starting at $85/nt! If you’re visiting Portland, this is a great hotel to book with availability into September. Your reservation includes free parking, free breakfast, and free WiFi, along with an outdoor hot tub that you can relax in. It is a 12-minute drive from download, three blocks from a Yellow Line light-rail stop, 8 miles from the airport, and just minutes away from the Expo Center and International Raceway. For more ideas on activities to do in Portland, check out our review!
Beach Getaways / Lake Getaways:
Book a 2-Night Stay for Two at The Shelburne Inn in Seaview, WA starting at $99/nt! For just $199 you’ll get a 2-night stay for two valid between now and July 31st, 2016 (check-in on Sunday through Wednesdays) plus free fresh baked cookies at check-in and a bottle of wine you can enjoy at the pub or restaurant. Seaside is a popular ocean town – in fact, it was voted one of America’s Favorite Beach Towns in 2009 by Forbes Travel Magazine. Other amenities here include an onsite restaurant and pub, daily breakfast, guest library, all-day coffee and tea service, and free WiFi.
Weekend Getaways for Couples Ideas (Romantic Getaways):
More Getaway Ideas:
Find all of the current Northwest Getaways available on Groupon Getaways here too!
Other Articles to help you plan cheap weekend getaways include:
Be sure to check out our Northwest Travel Reviews page, to get more inspiration for cheap weekend getaway ideas!
If you are thinking about Disneyland, we have created an entire page with Disneyland Savings tips too here.
If you’re a Costco member, find out how to save on travel using the Costco Travel services here.
You will find current promo codes available to save at Great Wolf Lodge here (Grand Mound)
NW Getaway Ideas on a Budget (New Deals Updated Weekly) – Book a 2-Day Washington or California Backpacking Trip OR a 3-Day Survival Course in California starting at $139, Stay at the Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa starting at $89, and more! is a post from Thrifty NW Mom