About Us
Welcome to Hells Canyon Grand Hotel
Hells Canyon Grand isn’t just where you sleep, it’s your home base in the Lewis-Clark Valley. Discover boutique amenities and inviting accommodations at the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel, an Ascend Collection™ Hotel. With contemporary décor and a friendly team ready to point you toward the best local spots, we make it easy to settle in and start exploring. Our location at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater Rivers puts you close to the regional airport, outdoor recreation, and plenty of shopping and dining.
We’ve got 143 roomy guest rooms, two on-site restaurants and bars and plenty to explore right outside our doors. Think fishing, hiking, and sipping your way through local wineries. Spend the day wandering the trails at Hells Gate State Park, where tall trees, river views, and easy paths along the Snake River make it an easy favorite. And if golf is your thing, you’ve got four scenic courses just minutes away. Whatever you’re here for, the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel makes it easy to turn your trip into something memorable.
Events space, amenities + entertainment
Hosting an event? From meetings to weddings, our 14,000+ square feet of indoor space and expansive lawn give you plenty of room to celebrate. Our catering is known for its creativity and exceptional quality.
Amenities? You’re covered. Enjoy our outdoor pool, hot tub, and patio, and stop into our sports bar and grill, MJBarleyhoppers on the weekends for live music and plenty of sports on TV. You’ll also get access to Snap Fitness, a full-size gym with an indoor pool located right across the parking lot. Stay connected with free WiFi and take advantage of our complimentary airport shuttle. Every room includes a refrigerator, microwave, flat screen TV with premium cable, and a Keurig for your morning boost.
And if you’re traveling with a furry friend, we offer pet-friendly rooms as well.
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Our Story - A Legacy of Hospitality
Since opening in 1988, Hells Canyon Grand Hotel has been a family-owned and operated staple in Lewiston, Idaho. What started as a vision to bring a much-needed hotel and conference space to the area has grown into a community-driven destination for travelers, businesses, and event-goers alike.
Our founder, Tony Copeland, came from the car sales industry, running dealerships in Washington and Idaho before spotting a gap in Lewiston’s hospitality scene. Back then, the only event spaces in town were the Elks Lodge or the Fair Building. Seeing an opportunity, Tony partnered with Phil Adamek to build a 100-room hotel with conference space, opening as a Ramada Inn in May 1988. Demand took off immediately, leading to expansions in 1989, 1992, and 1996, adding more guestrooms and event spaces, including the 6,000-square-foot Seaport Ballroom.
Over the years, our name changed from Ramada Inn to Grand Plaza Hotel, then Red Lion Hotel (1999–2020), before becoming part of Choice Hotels' Ascend Collection in 2021. But through it all, our commitment to warm hospitality and exceptional service has remained the same. Today, Tony’s daughter, Heidi Copeland, carries on the legacy as General Manager, having worked her way through nearly every department before taking the helm in 2016. And with Sarah Brown, the third generation of the Copeland family now involved, our story continues.
More than three decades later, we’re still here - welcoming guests, hosting unforgettable events, and celebrating the community we love. Thanks for being a part of our journey!
Ascend Collection
We are excited to have joined the Ascend® hotel collection by Choice Hotels. This allows us and our guests the perks of being part of a large chain brand while developing a unique brand focused on our local attractions and culture.
Hells Canyon Grand Hotel is the only full service hotel in Lewiston, ID. Guests have access to the best amenities as well as partnerships with local vendors so that you can discover Lewiston to the fullest.