Peppermill Empress Inn

Hotels
8 (658 reviews)
1233 Alder Street , Centralia , US

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast variety
Convenient location
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds in some rooms
Issues with cleanliness in certain areas

Categories

Cleanliness
6.96
The hotel was clean, but some rooms had issues such as squeaky and uncomfortable beds.
Service
8.43
The staff was friendly and attentive, including a standout experience with the front desk staff.
Location
8.47
Conveniently located near various food options and stores.
Room Quality
7.42
Rooms were spacious and clean; however, some beds were described as uncomfortable.
Amenities
8.95
Breakfast options were varied and appealing; pancake maker was a highlight.
Value for Money
7.91
Reasonable cost for the accommodations provided.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Breakfast was satisfactory, though some guests had negative feedback.
Overall Experience
7.93
Overall a pleasant stay with a few drawbacks that didn’t overshadow the positives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:37

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just off I-5 and a short distance from the Amtrak train station, The Peppermill Empress Inn offers easy access to transportation hubs for travelers.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy modern conveniences in every room, including flat screen LED TVs with HD channels, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi during your stay.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the Centralia Antiques District and Centralia Outlets just minutes away. For a day trip, Seattle city center is within reach. The hotel's 24-hour reception ensures assistance whenever needed.

Experience comfort and convenience at The Peppermill Empress Inn - book your stay now for a memorable trip!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SEA

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 658 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.96
Service: 8.43
Location: 8.47
Room Quality: 7.42
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 7.93
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Dean • couple • us
1
TERRIBLE AVOID!! You definitely get what you pay for!! Should’ve went to a different hotel!!
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The front desk person put us in a room that he knew had a smashed TV screen and TV didn’t work. When I called down to tell him he said “oh ya I know about that” offered me a 5% discount on the room said he couldn’t move me to another room because they were full. Parking lot was not full at all!! Beds are TERRIBLE! Don’t stay here!!! It’s a dump!

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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david • couple • us
9
2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Kinsleigh • couple • us
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Connie • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Sintija • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

The rooms and facilities were fine. What turned me off was the breakfast. Hardly anything to eat especially for someone like me that need protein to check my sugar. Normally I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again but the bad breakfast turned me off so I wouldn't stay there again.

Cons:

Breakfast was terrible

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Creighton • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

This property was very clean and comfortable. The personnel were very nice. I appreciate the special accommodation made for the storage of my bicycle. There is a Winco supermarket next door which made it very convenient to purchase microwavable food to prepare with the microwave oven in the room.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • us
8
If you aren't expecting the Ritz on a budget, you'll be happy with this facility.
Pros:

Not a 5 star hotel, but for the price I wasn't expecting one, but I'll give this one an 8/10 which is for me very good for a budget friendly hotel. Room was clean and comfortable, well furnished. This is an older building, but in good to great condition. Staff was very friendly and made sure we had what we needed. Breakfast wasn't a feast, but for the price point it was as good as expected. If you want a really nice breakfast then spend $50-$100 more a night and you'll probably get a breakfast with a lot more choices.

Cons:

Other than I'd rather have LVT flooring than carpet in rooms not much other stuck out.

One thing I do want to mention as a nurse. The Hotel should have a sharps container in the common area. My wife takes allergy shots and does an injection for her cholesterol. I'm sure plenty of other guests take insulin on a regular basis also. I asked at check-in about a sharps container for her used needles since her shots were due the next morning. The lady that checked us in said that was a good question she hadn't thought about. When I returned the luggage cart after taking our stuff to the room she said she had found sharps containers. They were located in the laundry room. The small one was basically full, so someone had been using them. The next morning when I asked the new clerk and he had no idea about sharps either. Told him they were in the laundry room and he took me there to properly dispose of the dirty needles. Since the clerks new nothing about them, and there was used needles in them, I'm afraid that the housekeepers have been having to remove them from rooms and place them in the containers. If housekeepers are having to handle used needles it opens them up to a wide variety if blood born pathogens from accidental needle sticks. A sharps container in the lobby where people could find it hopefully would prevent housekeeping from having to handle dirty needles.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Quiet, great continental breakfast

Cons:

Beds need replaced, comfortable but we'll worn

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Room was clean and staff friendly.
Breakfast was good also.

Cons:

Bed was very creaky, every time you turned or moved, the bed would creak

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Szuberla • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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US-Scand62 • solo_traveller • us
8
Good value + location
Pros:

Staff were nice. Beds Comfortable and property was clean for a overnight stay. Mini Fridge & Microwave fit our needs. Quiet for being near freeway.

Cons:

Breakfast could have been better with low or no carbohydrate options

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Ken • solo_traveller • us
5
Nice staff Stinky Room
Pros:

Staff. Nice and helpful.

Cons:

Stinky room. Obviously been smoked in and tried to cover up with god awful carpet shampoo. Our clothes still smelled of it 12 hours later.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
M
mahder • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Hospitality and welcoming

Cons:

None

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Debra • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • solo_traveller • us
2
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Theodor Keppler • couple • de
7
Leider viel zu laut zum Schlafen wegen der Autobahn direkt vor dem Hotel.
Pros:

Das Personal war super nett. Die Nähe zum Supermarkt war auch spitze.

Cons:

Da die Fenster fast nicht gedämmt sind, war die Autobahn wirklich sehr laut.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee