Gateway Inn

Gateway Inn is described as a colonial cabin-style property in Ashford, near Mount Rainier National Park. However, Pierce County ordered the property closed and marked all buildings “Do Not Occupy” after identifying unresolved life-safety violations, including dangerous electrical conditions, non-working smoke detectors, unsafe exits, chimney-related smoke and carbon-monoxide risks, and unpermitted construction. County inspectors later found that rooms were being rented despite the closure order and that the hazards remained unresolved. The property cannot lawfully reopen until required corrections, permits, inspections, and county occupancy authorization are complete. Advertised amenities and favorable comments about staff or location do not establish that the premises are safe or authorized for occupancy. Guest feedback also mentions maintenance concerns, privacy problems involving blinds, inconsistent room conditions, and unreliable Wi-Fi. These issues are secondary to the official safety findings. Travellers should verify current county authorization before considering any reservation and should avoid staying there while the closure and unresolved hazards remain in effect.