Directions to our facility:
Address: 1485 W Cunningham Rd, Othello, WA 99344 | Google maps link
Will you be visiting Othello, WA for one of our upcoming workshops?
Here is some information to help you navigate your stay. Below, you’ll find information about lodging, dining, and recreation within a one-hour drive of our facility. We look forward to seeing you soon!
If you have any questions, please call our Othello facility and ask for Jenifer Silva: (509) 335-3500.
Lodging
Lodging options are sorted by driving distance from the WSU Honey Bee and Pollinator Research Facility. Moses Lake is about a half hour from Othello, by car, and is a resort town with a variety of options beyond what is listed below.
Othello
- Quality Inn – about 5 minutes
- Othello Inn and Suites – less than 10 minutes
Moses Lake
- Best Western Plus Lake Front, Moses Lake WA – 29 minutes
- Wingate Hotel, Moses Lake WA – 29 minutes
- Comfort Suites Moses Lake – 29 minutes
- Mardon Resort – 29 minutes
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites – 31 minutes
Dining
Don’t be fooled by the limited options on the highway signs; Othello and Moses Lake have delicious restaurants, cafes, and bars. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite, some yummy baked goods, or a relaxing environment to sit down and chat over a meal, the Central Basin has you covered! The list below includes recommendations from the WSU Bee Program team and is not all-inclusive.
Othello
- Ironworks Othello– Great cafe style with full service coffee bar, sandwiches, and light snacks
- Time Out Pizza– Reported by Othello native and WSU Bee program member Riley as “The Best Pizza”
- El Jazmin – Taqueria, groceries pastries, etc. Great deli-style breakfast pastry options
- Guadalajara Mexican restaurant – Counter with self-service, self-seating
- Brunswick Bar and Grill – Full service American style bar and grill restaurant. Large enough for groups
- Cow Path Bakery – Delicious bakery items and light sandwiches. All made from scratch
Moses Lake
- Michaels on the Lake – Enjoy fresh seafood, flavorful Certified Angus steaks and premium beer and wine selections, all featured from the Northwest!
- Michael’s Market and Bistro – Diverse bistro style options and brunch on the weekends
- Bob’s Cafe – Family style restaurant; serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Sumo Japanese Steak House and Sushi – Sushi, hibachi, and more!
- Inca Mexican Restaurant – Delicious Mexican seafood
- Rock Top Burgers & Brew – Extensive burger selection, and other bar foods like wings, ribs, entree size salads, sandwiches, and wraps.
- Porterhouse Steakhouse – Savory menu, and has private seating area for larger groups
- Ten Pin Tap House – Has a state-of-the-art nano brewery within the restaurant so you can watch them brew while you eat
Recreation
Located in beautiful central Washington, Othello and Moses Lake have a variety of recreational experiences available to you, depending on your interest and the season! Check out some of the nature attractions and enjoy the scenery of the Columbia Basin Region. If sipping a glass of wine is more your speed, the Columbia Basin region is internationally recognized for the quality of fruit and terroir of wines produced in the region.
Wineries
- Silent Owl Vineyard & Winery
- Lawrence Vineyards – known for producing some of the highest scoring Chardonnay and Bordeaux in the PNW
- Camas Cove Cellars
Hiking trails & Other Nature Attractions
- Scooteney Park and Campground
- Potholes State Park
- Columbia National Wildlife Refuge
- Hanford Reach National Monument
- Blue Heron Park
- Japanese Peace Garden
- Drumheller Channels National Natural Landmark
- Moses Lake Northwest Quail Farm
Arts & Community
Sporting Activities
- Othello Golf Club – 18 hole course with pro-shop and RV park
- Moses Lake Sand Dunes/ORV Park
- Moses Lake Divots Golf (indoor)
- Moses Lake Ice Rink (open November to January)
- Moses Lake Lake Bowl & Arcade