Old St. Francis School in Bend, Deschutes County, United States | Hotel

Welcome to McMenamins Hotel, , Bend, United States. The Old St. Francis School, conveniently located in the center of downtown Bend, has undergone a transformation from 1936 Catholic schoolhouse to lively destination Hotel complete with classrooms-turned-lodging rooms, a pub, brewery and bakery, a movie theater, private meeting and event space and a truly fantastic Turkish-style soaking pool that beckons day travelers, shoppers, hikers, skiers and snowboarders alike.

Old St. Francis School products

The newest of McMenamins Hotel properties, Old St. Francis School reopened in its current capacity in November 2004. We offer 19 richly appointed guestrooms and four individual rental cottages with room for 2 to 10 people, perfect for group getaways. We honor the property's former life by featuring extensive artwork that pays homage to the history of the school and the surrounding community. Photos, memorabilia and students' artwork adorn the walls, making the Hotel a unique gallery of sorts. Take special note of the colorful orbs that punctuate the high wooden fencing around the property, the unusual custom-made light fixtures and absolutely stunning tile mosaics that surround the soaking pool.

Whether you're in a jocular mood and in need of some spirited conversation and music or you just want to relax, regroup and rebalance, Old St. Francis School is the place for you. We are pleased to provide a comfortable retreat for guests from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Call today for reservations or book online.

Opened in 1936, the St. Francis School was the first-ever parochial school established in Central Oregon. It was the realization of a long-held dream of parish priest Father Luke Sheehan.