Just two hours south of Portland and only minutes from downtown Eugene and the University of Oregon, the Valley River Inn offers 257 guest rooms and suites and 15,000 square feet of meeting space, the most comprehensive meeting facilities in the area. The Valley River Inn also offers the local's favorite dining, SweetWaters restaurant, in addition to access to nearby recreation including 12 beautiful miles of paved cycling and running paths on the riverwalk. The hotel is conveniently adjacent to the Valley River Center with over 140 retail shops and restaurants. "We have had a long standing presence in the Northwest marketplace dating back to 1993 and are excited to continue our growth in the Pacific Northwest with a property that is so well-known within the region" said Peck. "Under the supervision of Tom Luersen, our veteran managing director in the Northwest, Destination® will leverage our proven expertise in market positioning to enhance and maintain the Northwest charm of this landmark Eugene hotel."