The Davenport Hotel and Tower, Spokane
The Davenport Hotel in Spokane, Washington is reportedly haunted by several spirits, most notably the wealthy widow Ellen McNamara, who died after a fall through a skylight and is said to haunt the mezzanine. The spirit of Louis Davenport, the hotel's founder, is also believed to wander the halls in the early morning, and reports include moving objects, unexplained noises, and a general sense of presence. Ellen McNamara: The most famous ghost, said to be seen on the mezzanine, looking down at the lobby where she tragically fell and died. Louis Davenport: The hotel's founder, who often woke early to check on his guests. His ghost is sometimes seen in a bathrobe and slippers, still caring for the hotel. Other reported phenomena include the presence of unseen spirits, such as bellhops or people smoking cigars. Guests and staff have reported hearing unexplained noises, and some have seen ghostly figures. Reports include objects moving on their own, things being knocked off surfaces, and a general feeling of a presence. Certain areas, like the mezzanine and specific guest rooms, are considered to be more active, with reports of strange occurrences from guests staying there.