The rich diverse laid back culture in Portland, Oregon attracts many travelers worldwide. If you enjoy lush landscapes and cool crisp autumn air, Portland is going to be a fantastic adventure for you. The area is known for its highly aware environmental consciousness. This is not only commendable but a bar that every city should strive to achieve. The city has one of the highest walk-ability factors, one of the largest communities of bicyclists in the United Sates and over 10,000 acres of public parks. Because of the atmosphere here, the hotels in Portland take on a distinct vibe that can only be experienced here. There are trendy boutique options as well as blended modern options as well. Let’s explore some of the most popular hotels in Portland.
The Dossier hotel is classic, elegance in the heart of downtown Portland. This beautiful hotel is located in such a fantastic location that you are able to attend the Portland Saturday Market within a short walk. Each room has modern amenities such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth but also offers unique options such as the pillow bar where you can select specialty pillows. The Salt & Straw ice cream is extremely popular and you are able to have some delivered directly to your room upon request. If you would like to have a luxurious stay and bring along your pet that is an option as well, and they even get their own bed and a treat. Dining options include light & vegan dishes to accommodate everyone.
This beautiful contemporary hotel is minutes away from Tom McCall Waterfront Park and features an on-site bistro. This property is not only modern but the perfect place to stay if you are looking to do a little work while you are traveling. The desk space, Wi-Fi, extended cable channels, gourmet coffee machines, and slippers in every room provide you a perfect home away from home. While you are there, you might as well join in what the locals do and take a beautiful bike around to take in the sights. Free bicycle rentals are available for your use so besides enjoying the hotel grounds, be sure to take in the surrounding sights of this beautiful city.
Many guests at this hotel rate this resort as one of the best along the waterfront. Nestled in a beautiful location, the Red Lion Hotel offers a warm and inviting comfortable stay. The rooms are well appointed with amenities travelers tend to expect as well as tea and coffee making facilities. At the Red Lion Hotel on the River, the onsite Jantzen Beach Bar & Grill serves Northwestern fare and features a splendid amount of menu options. With spectacular views of the Columbia River, guests can enjoy a wonderful relaxed evening, and enjoy a cocktail. Be sure to enjoy the paths that are along the river and take in the beautiful scenery.
The Duniway Portland is a Hilton hotel, so the quality is going to be on par. Each popular boutique style room features a massive 65-inch TV, mini refrigerator, and high end bath products to compliment the bath. If you like to melt away in your hotel bed, each guest room features Waldorf Serenity beds with 500 thread count linens. When you want to have a little exercise, there’s a heated indoor wave less lap pool. No matter if its breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Chris Cosentino’s Jackrabbit Restaurant, is quite popular as it offers shared plate options, house-cured meats, and gin-centric cocktails. No matter if it’s for a night or a week’s stay, your stay here will be quite enjoyable.
This luxury hotel provides full-service facilities and is within easy walking distance of the center of the city, downtown streetcar, Portland’s theaters, restaurants and shopping centers. 24-hour room service allows you to get a bite to eat no matter the time and if you would rather dine, Jake’s Grill provides scrumptious meals for any appetite. Guest rooms are quite spacious and include pillow-top mattresses, plush linens and terry bathrobes. For that extra special touch during your stay, the Sentinel offers nightly turn-down service available upon request. So, while you are out enjoying the sights of Portland, you can have your room freshened up for when you return for the evening.
If pristine modern elegance is what you are after, then The Nines hotel is going to be right up your alley. This prestigious five star hotel in Portland, Oregon is ideally located next to Portland’s famous Pioneer Square. The guest rooms are divine and luxurious and feature plenty of upscale amenities including Wi-Fi. If you should want to treat yourself to an unbelievable spa day, you can even have a massage treatment in-room upon request. Is there a better way to enjoy every moment in your room and never have to leave being that there is also 24 hour room service? When you do want to explore the hotel, a billiards room is featured on site and includes pool tables.
This hotel is sought after by those travelers that are looking to have a more unique experience in Portland. The painted murals on the walls in guest room are complimented by a unique blend of furnishings. The rooms are all unique and feature either a stand-up shower or claw foot bathtub. The vibe at this property continues with the dining set up. Clyde Common, the onsite restaurant features long communal tables and an open kitchen. If you enjoy a nice fresh cup of coffee, Stumptown Coffee is quite popular and offers a perfect stop for its guests no matter what time a day for a quick relaxing recharge in the day.
This property is one of the most unique options in all of Portland. The accommodations can be described as earthy, retro and provides an eclectic feel. There are multiple on-site bars as well as regularly scheduled live entertainment. Musically themed rooms feature bath robes as well as free toiletries. The bathrooms are detached shared bathrooms located outside of the bedroom. While this may not be for everyone, for those that are used to this experience, you will be quite comfortable here. One of the most unique experiences at this hotel is the subterranean salt water soaking pool. The Zeus Café is open for breakfast. Lunch and dinner and has an extensive menu available.
The Heathman Hotel is one of the most luxurious hotels in the area. Located in Portland’s cultural district, guests can enjoy restaurants; wine tasting, 24-hour room service, flat-screen cable TVs, free Wi-Fi, iPod docking stations and desks. If you require a little more space, the suites also offer a living room and dining area. Besides the hotel having its own art gallery, this property is less than a half mile from Portland Art Museum. The on-site fitness center is also considered to be one of the best should you want to take part in a little exercise during your stay. Overall, the sophisticated detail keeps guests returning when they are traveling to Portland.
This has to be one of the most unique experiences in the entire Pacific Northwest. This historic location was once an elementary school that was renovated into a hotel. The rooms feature a school décor theme and quite comfortable beds. The architecture, moldings, railings and so much more gives the property such a “funky” fun vibe. There’s a warm salt pool and a movie theater to take in a film. The fact that you could sit at the bar for hours and look around at all the historic details, tells you quite a bit about this hotel. For those that are the adventurous types, or are looking to try new things when they travel, this is property will check those boxes and many more.
How does complimentary evening wine and afternoon tea and biscuits sound? If you like this type of elegant service the Mark Spencer Hotel is going to be a top notch option to say the least. While you relax in your room hot breakfast can be delivered for your comfort and convenience. Once you check-in, guests will receive the Spencer Court Passport. This provides you with exclusive discounts to nearby restaurants as well as local retail outlets. This hotel is one of the most respected properties in Portland and from the moment you arrive, you will quickly see why. The attention to detail as well as all the luxurious amenities is what makes this hotel stand out quite a distance from the rest.
If you are familiar with the Kimpton brand properties then you know that you going to have one of the best experiences when you stay at these hotels. When you stay here, you are only a short walk from Pioneer Square and the Pearl District. Everything from bathrobes to yoga mats are made available in every contemporary designed room. Pazzo Ristorante offers popular Italian cuisine and room service is available should you want to relax in your own room. Make sure you take a little time to sit in the lobby and enjoy a little relaxation and people watching in this elegant atmosphere before heading over to Pioneer Place Mall for lunch and a little shopping.
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