where the fun is ripe for the picking. welcome to the Hampton Inn Ellensburg Johnny Cash may or may not have actually been to Ellensburg, but he did sing about a visit in his tongue-in-cheek travelogue sing-along "I've Been Everywhere". The Hampton Inn® Ellensburg would like to invite you to add the home of Central Washington University to the list of places that you've been, too. Fair weather and a pleasantly dry climate inspire thousands of people to visit the scenic rolling hills and legendary apple orchards near our hotel in Ellensburg. Join them and visit us for a getaway that might inspire a song of your own. Part of the charm of Ellensburg is the rich artistic heritage of the area, with a dynamic history that is honored at the Clymer Museum of Art and the Kittitas County Historical Museum and a promising future that is highlighted on the first Friday of every month during the self-guided ArtWalk through the galleries downtown, located just minutes from our hotel in Ellensburg. If, however, you consider finely manicured fairways and challenging greens an art form, you've come to the right place. Test your game against Carey Lakes Golf Course near our Ellensburg hotel. Music buffs, plan a summertime visit to our hotel and witness some of the best local and national jazz musicians be bop their way through a set during the annual Jazz in the Valley festival. From a thrilling kayak ride down the Yakima River to a peaceful stroll to a nearby apple orchard, fun in Ellensburg is ripe for the picking. services & amenities Even if you're in Ellensburg to enjoy the great outdoors, we want you to enjoy our great indoors as well. That's why we offer a full range of services and amenities at our hotel to make your stay with us exceptional. Are you planning a meeting? Wedding? Family reunion? Little League game? Let us help you with our easy booking and rooming list management tools. * Meetings & Events * Local Restaurant Guide.