Cougar Washington Accommodations

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The Cougar center is approximately 22 miles east of Downtown Woodland and 23 miles east of Lilac Gardens Hulda Klager.

Cougar is a captivating gateway to the wonders of the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. This unincorporated community in Cowlitz County is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike. Among its standout features are the Ape Cave Lava Tubes, the most extensive continuous lava tube found in the continental U.S., stretching 2.5 miles of subterranean exploration for those eager to traverse its dark chambers. The nearby Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument draws visitors with its dramatic landscapes, hiking trails, and educational exhibits that delve into the powerful 1980 eruption. Additionally, the picturesque Lower Lewis River Falls presents an idyllic setting for hiking, photography, and peaceful picnics amidst the lush surroundings. The expansive Gifford Pinchot National Forest spans over 1.3 million acres and provides endless opportunities for camping and exploring diverse ecosystems. This vast forest is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with trails that meander through lush landscapes and give glimpses of the region's rich biodiversity. For a more laid-back day, Yale Park offers a perfect setting for picnics and water activities, featuring a boat ramp, dock area, and well-maintained facilities. Meanwhile, the Lewis River Recreation Area is renowned for its stunning waterfalls and scenic hiking trails, making it an ideal spot for fishing and camping. Beyond its natural wonders, Cougar is close to visitor centers and communities around Mount St. Helens, where educational exhibits delve into the area's volcanic history and indigenous heritage. This blend of breathtaking wild beauty and cultural insights makes Cougar a destination worth visiting, promising memorable experiences for all who venture here. But there's more to Cougar than just Mt. St. Helens. The town is close to other cities like Longview and Kelso. These places can give you a break from the outdoors with their shops, restaurants, and places worth visiting on a day trip. If you're up for some sightseeing, the nearby Columbia River Gorge won't disappoint. There are plenty of spots for fishing or you can just sit by and watch some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the area. You also have the city of Vancouver which offers a variety of fun things to do. Another good thing is that Cougar isn't far from the Portland International Airport, so getting there won't be a problem. For those planning to stay overnight, the Cougar provides a range of lodging options, from cozy inns and motels to convenient hotels and suites. Whether you prefer a cozy, rustic hideaway or a more contemporary escape, accommodations are available to meet diverse tastes and budgets. With its proximity to significant natural attractions and various lodging choices, Cougar, WA is an inviting destination for travelers seeking to connect with the striking beauty of the Pacific Northwest. More from this guide...

Cougar Hotels/Accommodations

Best Western Plus Battle Ground Inn & Suites : 1419 West Main St. 1419 West Main St., Battle Ground, WA 98604 Call ~21.44 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Midscale Suburban hotel
  • Comp. Breakfast
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Best Western Woodland Inn in Woodland 1380 Atlantic Ave., Woodland, WA 98674 Call ~22.40 miles west of Cougar
  • Three Star Suburban property
  • Fitness + Health Center
From$67
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OYO Woodland Hotel and Suites : 1500 Atlantic Ave. 1500 Atlantic Ave., Woodland, WA 98674 Call ~22.46 miles west of Cougar
  • Low Cost Suburban hotel
  • 59 rooms in property
From$60
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Oyo Hotel Kalama - Kalama 602 North Frontage Rd. Kalama, Kalama, WA 98625 Call ~25.45 miles west of Cougar
  • 3-star property
  • Check-in: 15:00
From$90
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Holiday Inn Express Vancouver North - Salmon Creek by IHG 13101 NE 27th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98686 Call ~27.51 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 3 star Suburban property
  • Fitness + Health Center
From$95
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Quality Inn & Suites Vancouver North - Vancouver 13207 NE 20th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98686 Call ~27.70 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Cheap Highway hotel
  • Hotel has 2 floors
From$72
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Red Lion Inn & Suites Vancouver in Vancouver 13206 NE Highway 99, Vancouver, WA 98686 Call ~27.73 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Economy Highway property
  • 6 suites in hotel
From$54
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Vancouver 1500 NE 134th St., Vancouver, WA 98685 Call ~27.77 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Three Star Highway hotel
  • Check in time: 3:00 PM
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OYO Hotel St. Helens, OR - Saint Helens 535 South Columbia River Highway, Saint Helens, OR 97051 Call ~27.87 miles west of Cougar
  • 2 star property
  • Check-in: 15:00
From$60
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Best Western Oak Meadows Inn 585 South Columbia River Highway, Saint Helens, OR 97051 Call ~27.95 miles west of Cougar
  • 3 star Rural hotel
  • Check in time: 4:00pm
From$70
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Silver Cove Resort & Campground - Silverlake 351 Hall Rd., Silverlake, WA 98645 Call ~28.21 miles northwest of Cougar
  • Mid-scale property
  • Check in: 3:00 PM
From$80
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Sleep Inn Kelso Longview - Kelso 250 Kelso Dr., Kelso, WA 98626 Website Call ~28.44 miles west of Cougar
  • Affordable Highway property
  • 3 suites in hotel
From$80
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Comfort Inn Kelso Longview 440 Three Rivers Dr., Kelso, WA 98626 Website Call ~28.58 miles west of Cougar
  • Low-priced Downtown hotel
  • Free complimentary breakfast
From$74
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Motel 6 Kelso Wa Mt. St. Helens 106 North Minor Rd., Kelso, WA 98626 Call ~28.71 miles west of Cougar
  • Two star property
  • 2 floors in hotel
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GuestHouse Kelso Longview - Kelso 501 Three Rivers Dr., Kelso, WA 98626 Call ~28.76 miles west of Cougar
  • 2-star Highway hotel
  • Complimentary breakfast is offered
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Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center in Kelso 510 Kelso Dr., Kelso, WA 98626 Call ~28.84 miles west of Cougar
  • Midscale Highway property
  • Hotel has 2 floors
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Americas Best Value Inn Kelso 505 North Pacific Ave., Kelso, WA 98626 Call ~29.28 miles west of Cougar
  • Economical hotel
  • 51 sleeping rooms in hotel
Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall Dr. Hotel & Suites 9420 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~29.31 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Three Star Suburban property
  • Check in time: 03:00
From$179
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My Place Hotel Vancouver Wa 8300 NE Vancouver Mall Loop, Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~29.45 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Mid-scale Downtown property
  • Check-in: 15:00
From$90
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Howard Johnson Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Vancouver in Vancouver 9201 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~29.46 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Low priced Suburban hotel
  • Check in time: 3:00 PM
From$60
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Comfort Suites Near Vancouver Mall - Vancouver 4714 NE 94th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~29.49 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Three Star Highway hotel
  • Fitness + Health Center
From$80
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Vancouver : 9107 NE Vancouver Mall Dr. 9107 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~29.53 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 3 star Suburban hotel
  • 2 floors in property
Best Western Aladdin Inn 310 Long Ave., Kelso, WA 98626 Call ~29.67 miles west of Cougar
  • Two star Downtown hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00 pm
From$84
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Town House Motel Inc in Longview 744 Washington Way, Longview, WA 98632 Call ~29.87 miles west of Cougar
  • Low Cost property
  • Check-in: 11;
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Quality Inn & Suites Longview Kelso 723 7th Ave., Longview, WA 98632 Call ~29.87 miles west of Cougar
  • 3-star Suburban property
  • 6 suites in hotel
From$83
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Sonesta Es Suites - Vancouver 8005 NE Pkwy. Dr., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~29.90 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Affordable Suburban hotel
  • 2 conference rooms in property
From$59
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Heathman Lodge - Vancouver 7801 NE Greenwood Dr., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~29.98 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 3-star hotel
  • Hotel has 4 floors
From$114
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Vancouver Mall An Ihg Hotel 7205 NE 41st St., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~30.26 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 3-star Suburban property
  • Free comp. breakfast
From$89
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Sonesta Es Suites Portland Vancouver 41st Street : 7301 NE 41st St. 7301 NE 41st St., Vancouver, WA 98662 Call ~30.27 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Midscale Suburban property
  • Shuttle from airport available
From$80
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Travelers Inn by OYO Longview Kelso - Longview 838 15th Ave., Longview, WA 98632 Call ~30.38 miles west of Cougar
  • Low-priced Downtown hotel
From$45
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Quality Inn & Suites 7001 NE Highway 99, Vancouver, WA 98665 Call ~30.49 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Low priced Downtown hotel
  • Has environment-friendly policy Read more
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Towneplace Suites Portland Vancouver in Vancouver 17717 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA 98683 Call ~30.79 miles south of Cougar
  • Mid-scale Suburban property
  • Check-in: 3:00PM
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Hampton Inn & Suites Portland/Vancouver - Vancouver 315 SE Olympia Dr., Vancouver, WA 98684 Call ~30.98 miles south of Cougar
  • Mid-scale Suburban hotel
  • Hotel has 4 floors
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Clarion Portland Airport 11518 B NE Glenn Widing Dr., Portland, OR 97220 Call ~31.07 miles south of Cougar
  • Midscale Airport property
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy Learn more
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Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Vancouver in Vancouver 12712 SE 2nd Circle, Vancouver, WA 98684 Call ~31.12 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Mid-scale Suburban hotel
  • Hotel has 3 meeting rooms
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Springhill Suites Vancouver : 1421 SE Tech Center Dr. 1421 SE Tech Center Dr., Vancouver, WA 98683 Call ~31.16 miles south of Cougar
  • Three Star Suburban property
  • Hotel has 119 suites
From$80
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Candlewood Suites Vancouver-Camas by IHG - Camas 2010 SE 192nd Ave., Camas, WA 98607 Call ~31.18 miles south of Cougar
  • Two-star Suburban hotel
  • 4 floors in property
From$89
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Best Western Inn of Vancouver 11506 NE 3rd St., Vancouver, WA 98684 Call ~31.19 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 3 star Highway hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$76
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Extended Stay America Suites Portland Vancouver 300 NE 115th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98684 Call ~31.22 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 2-star Airport property
  • Fitness + Health Center
From$43
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Best Western Premier Hotel at Fisher's Landing 1500 SE 167th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98683 Call ~31.24 miles south of Cougar
  • Mid-scale Airport hotel
  • Free comp. breakfast
From$75
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Super 8 by Wyndham Vancouver East in Vancouver 11504 NE 2nd St., Vancouver, WA 98684 Call ~31.25 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 2 star Highway hotel
  • Check-in: 15:00
From$60
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Motel 6 Vancouver, WA - Vancouver 221 NE Chkalov Dr., Vancouver, WA 98684 Call ~31.27 miles southwest of Cougar
  • 2 star Airport hotel
  • Comp. Breakfast
Residence Inn Portla Vancouver 411 SE 123rd Ave., Vancouver, WA 98683 Call ~31.41 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Affordable property
  • Hotel has 87 rooms
From$90
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Woodspring Suites Portland Vancouver 200 NE 104th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98664 Call ~31.47 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Cheap property
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Skamania Lodge : 1131 Skamania Lodge Way 1131 Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA 98648 Call ~31.68 miles southeast of Cougar
  • High end hotel
  • Check in time: 16:00
From$179
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Camas Hotel in Camas 405 NE 4th Ave., Camas, WA 98607 Call ~31.87 miles south of Cougar
  • Midscale Suburban hotel
  • Check in: 3:00
From$85
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Capital O Stevenson Inn Riverside - Stevenson 40 North East 2nd St., Stevenson, WA 98648 Call ~31.95 miles southeast of Cougar
  • Economy hotel
  • Check in: 11:00
Best Western Plus Port of Camas-Washougal Convention Center 121 South 2nd St., Washougal, WA 98671 Call ~32.19 miles south of Cougar
  • Mid-scale Riverfront hotel
  • 52 suites in property
From$114
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Columbia Gorge Inn : 404 SW Wanapa St. 404 SW Wanapa St., Cascade Locks, OR 97014 Call ~33.02 miles southeast of Cougar
  • Cheap Airport hotel
  • Check in: 10:00am
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Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown City Center : 401 East 13th St. 401 East 13th St., Vancouver, WA 98660 Website Call ~33.13 miles southwest of Cougar
  • Cheap Downtown hotel
  • 2 meeting rooms in hotel
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Timing Your Visit: When to Explore Cougar, WA

Cougar, WA experiences a temperate maritime climate characterized by mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers, making it a versatile destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The best period to have a trip to Cougar is during the late spring through early fall, when the weather is most favorable for exploring the area's natural attractions. From June to September, the climate is pleasantly mild, with average high temperatures varying from 73 °F to 83 °F. This period is ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking the trails around Mount St. Helens or exploring the Ape Cave Lava Tubes. The warm temperatures and clearer skies provide excellent conditions for taking in stunning landscapes and engaging in recreational pursuits. The annual Mount St. Helens Bluegrass Festival, typically held in August, is a noteworthy event that draws music lovers with its lively performances and community atmosphere. In contrast, the winter months from December to February bring cooler and wetter weather, with average highs around 40 °F to 45 °F. While these conditions may not be as popular with tourists, the increased precipitation creates a lush, green environment that some visitors might find appealing. During May, travelers can participate in Mount St. Helens Eruption Anniversary events, including educational programs and guided tours commemorating the historical eruption. Additionally, nearby towns like Woodland and Amboy offer seasonal festivals and fairs, adding a cultural dimension to a trip to Cougar. These seasonal attractions and favorable weather conditions make Cougar a prime destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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When planning a trip to Cougar, savvy tourists can take advantage of various lodging deals to enhance their stay without straining their budget. HotelPlanner partners with numerous local hotels to provide special offers for both groups and solo travelers. Group discounts are particularly beneficial for gatherings such as family reunions, corporate retreats, or wedding parties, allowing for significant savings on multiple-room bookings. Solo travelers can also benefit from promotions like reduced rates for longer stays or special off-season prices, making their trip more economical. Additionally, HotelPlanner frequently features last-minute deals and exclusive flash sales, enabling travelers to secure competitive rates even with spontaneous travel plans. By leveraging these discounts and offers, travelers can enjoy quality accommodations in Cougar across various economic, mid-scale, and luxury properties, ensuring a memorable visit without financial stress.

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