Small and compact, Portland is near the beautiful Oregon shoreline and epitomizes the Pacific Northwest’s hipster scene. It gives quite a lot of characterful lodging, from quirky boutique inns to glossy fashionable choices. Listed below are my favorites…
1. McMenamins Kennedy College
Situated within the Northeast of the town house to an arts and tradition scene, and craft breweries. I used to be an enormous fan of this boutique with daring and eclectic decor, a historic constructing, and eco-positive insurance policies.
My room had vintage-style furnishings, parquet flooring, a personal toilet, free WiFi, air-con, and complimentary toiletries. I spent the day within the out of doors soaking pool after which eating on pub fare whereas films performed on the auditorium cinema display!
It additionally included a present store, surrounding gardens, an onsite restaurant, and 4 themed bars. I sipped on a home craft brew within the onsite Concordia Brewery (formally the little lady’s room!), listened to reside Indie music within the on-site venue, and had a dinner constructed from regionally sourced components within the Courtyard Restaurant.
2. Jupiter Lodge
I liked this distinctive mix of eclectic retro-chic design and artsy vibe, the place I found rooms with wall murals by native artists, a energetic out of doors courtyard that hosted music occasions. I actually lapped up its energetic and hip vibe, which I noticed attracted a inventive crowd. The decor consisted of uncovered beams, industrial finishes, and placing wall murals which had been created by native artists.
My visitor room on the Jupiter Lodge featured a stylish decor, eco-friendly facilities, inventive wall murals, and fashionable conveniences similar to a flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi.
I partied within the retro-themed bar subsequent to the resort’s Doug Fir Lounge and Restaurant, which showcased a rock band within the basement. It additionally served up handcrafted cocktails, craft beer, and American eats with vegan and gluten-free choices. There was additionally a 24-hour artwork gallery and a recent courtyard patio full with an superior fireplace pit.
This spot was positioned Burnside Avenue so I used to be very close to classic shops, bars, and nightlife, it’s a serious thoroughfare within the metropolis and solely a 5-minute drive from Downtown.
My highlights…
- I liked that the resort was devoted to supporting native artists and small companies, and on the primary Friday of each month, it hosted a ‘reception for the artist,’ an occasion the place I combined with native artisans and discover multi-sensory artwork types with like-minded individuals!
3. Ace Lodge
I used to be a giant fan of this funky mid-range lodging possibility that doubled as a neighborhood hipster hangout. It was housed in a historic constructing within the funky West Finish neighborhood which was full of nice nightlife, vibey bars, glorious eating places, and fabulous impartial boutiques.
The general look was very hip and artistic, with darkish wooden and colourful retro-styled furnishings. There was a cool communal vibe concerning the place and I simply acquired casually chatting with fairly a couple of friends.
My visitor room, which was adorned by native artists, had darkish picket flooring, an uncovered brick wall accent wall, and quirky options similar to a vinyl document participant. Some rooms have shared loos, however all got here with free WiFi, minibars, and flat-screen TVs.
I dined on home-cooked regionally sourced meals, a continental breakfast, and an unlimited vary of alcoholic drinks within the cozy Clyde Widespread restaurant and bar overseen by Chef Carlo Lamagna, who provided a various vary of modern menu decisions.
Different stand out options included the bespoke handmade motorbike which was created for the resort by artist Jordon Hufnagel and the foyer bar the place I performed a vinyl document and messed round within the classic photograph sales space.
4. McMenamins Crystal
I discovered this resort positioned in a historic constructing (which was inbuilt 1911) I actually favored the eclectic music-themed decor which featured distinctive art work, and shiny colours and the vibe which was fashionable however very laid again.
I discovered from the employees that every of the 51 rooms had been influenced by one of many standout reveals on the Crystal Ballroom throughout the highway – from Blondie to The Flaming Lips (I liked this a lot)! My visitor room was themed and got here with classic furnishings, metropolis views, a personal toilet, free WiFi, an opulent bathrobe, and natural eco-friendly toiletries.
I discovered myself positioned within the buzzy West Finish a part of Downtown. In addition to vibey bars and eating places the well-known Powell’s Books, the Pearl District, and Jimmy Mak’s Jazz Membership have been additionally close by.
Different options I discovered included the on-site reside music venue and weekend comedy reveals, a energetic and really sociable bar, two on-site eating places serving Northwest delicacies and craft brews, an indoor soaking/swimming pool, and an artwork gallery – music-themed, after all!
5. Sentinel Lodge
That is the place the resort house owners say “inventive thinkers, artists, and entrepreneurs can lay their heads and be impressed”! I discovered the eco-friendly resort housed in a historic terracotta constructing which dated from 1909 in central downtown close to a streetcar cease, Powell’s Bookstore, and the Portland Artwork Museum.
Throughout my keep, I found placing decor which was a mixture of old-time luxurious and modern components similar to black and white prints of intellects, worn leather-based sofas, Twentieth-century native artwork, and lots of books!
I stayed in a boutique-style, pet-friendly visitor room which cam with free Wi-Fi, a minibar, air-con, a flat-screen TV, luxurious linens, and a pillow and iPod menu. The Effectively & Match package stored me busy with a yoga mat, health gear, and an superior pill which got here pre-loaded with health movies!
The breakfast featured a variety of natural and veggie choices, together with the house-made honey which I liked!
My favourite highlights…
- Stress-free within the fashionable Fortune bar and sipping on inventive cocktails, the Gin Desires cocktail was fabulous.
- Consuming the honey at breakfast which was produced by the bees dwelling on beehives on the rooftop, I believed this was such a cute contact!
6. Moxy Downtown
Situated in central downtown space close to the fashionable Pearl District, I liked this funky fashionable spot which had eye-catching decor, pink neon lights, fashionable design particulars, and superior floor-to-ceiling glass entrance home windows.
I stayed in a visitor room that featured a recent design, picket flooring, a cable flat-screen TV, air-con, free Wi-Fi, and metropolis views.
Different facilities included a bar serving hand-crafted cocktails, an onsite restaurant with different breakfast menus and dinners, and a health middle.
7. Lodge Classic
The general design of this 4-star resort was boutique, and the partitions have been art-adorned. There was a placing floating staircase, artwork sculptures, a graffitied foyer, and chandeliers formed like bunches of grapes which actually stood out as I entered by way of the entrance door! I stayed in a loft-style visitor room with a flat-screen cable TV, a mini-fridge, plush bathrobes, metropolis views, and a helpful yoga mat!
I found it in downtown Southwest, close to Windfall Park and the Pearl District. It was an 11-minute stroll from the Portland Artwork Museum. The resort was additionally on the middle of numerous leisure motion.
The Pazzo restaurant served up a buffet breakfast, native wines, and Italian delicacies. The Bacchus Bar, positioned on-site, served craft beers and wines, and I liked the enjoyable old-school arcade video games and the pool desk.
I additionally discovered a contemporary 24-hour health middle, a pet-friendly coverage (and some cute pooches!), a effective restaurant serving up a mixture of international and American delicacies and sociable wine tasting classes in its lounge room bar.
8. Duniway Lodge
Billed as the town’s latest life-style resort, I believed the general design was fashionable and classy with an upscale really feel. I noticed stylish modern furnishings, unique rugs, lashings inexperienced vegetation, and artwork prints adorning the partitions.
I stayed in a spacious visitor room with featured fashionable boutique type decor, free WiFi, high-thread-count linens, a visible doorbell, effective metropolis views, and an espresso machine.
It was positioned within the Central Enterprise District so I used to be inside strolling distance of impartial outlets, bars, and eating places. The Portland Artwork Museum, the Arlene Schnitzer Live performance Corridor, and MAX Gentle Rail have been close by.
It additionally featured an onsite restaurant overseen by superstar chef Chris Cosentino, an onsite eatery and bar, an indoor swimming pool, a contemporary gymnasium, and a furnished terrace that usually hosted reside music and yoga courses (which I liked)!
9. Jupiter Subsequent
That is the brand new sister resort of the Jupiter Lodge, however I discovered it was an formally higher-graded resort. It had been designed by fashionable Works Progress Structure, and the resort had effective views of the town and the West Hills. The design was fashionable industrial-chic, with a concrete-and-steel staircase (a design piece by Laura Sol), a concrete fireplace pit, and plenty of black and glass.
My room had a city-inspired headboard, giant home windows, fashionable artwork, a glass toilet, a signature knit throw from Search & Swoon, a voice-activated in-room concierge, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a big flat-screen TV.
It was positioned on Eastside Burnside Avenue so I discovered plenty of impartial boutiques and reside music venues on my doorstep, close to Voodoo Donuts and Revolution Corridor.
The resort additionally had house to work, loosen up, and socialize and I used to be particularly keen on the tropical-themed onsite restaurant and bar which served American delicacies, a tasty buffet breakfast, and handcrafted cocktails and even became a disco within the evenings. There was additionally an open-air lounge on the fifth ground which had superior metropolis views.
10. Hoxton Lodge
I discovered this boutique resort housed in a restored 1906 constructing, and inside it featured modernist furnishings, quirky ornaments, a pastel shade scheme, and enormous home windows that flooded the place with pure gentle.
Visitor rooms ranged in measurement from small to spacious, and my room featured darkish woods, artwork, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, air-con, tall home windows providing metropolis views, and black-tiled personal loos.
It was positioned within the metropolis’s historic Chinatown, so I used to be inside strolling distance of nice eating places, fascinating outlets, and a MAX Gentle Rail station. I additionally discovered that the well-known White Stag signal and Tom McCall Waterfront Park have been close by.
I additionally actually favored their rooftop restaurant that mixed American meals with unbelievable metropolis views, a espresso store that served up gives pastries and low, and a speakeasy-style basement bar. I spent numerous my time within the fashionable rooftop bar which served up inventive themed cocktails impressed by the native space, craft beers, and snacks.
11. Lodge Zags
I believed this design boutique mirrored the town’s distinctive spirit. I personally thought it was a really placing place with retro-modern furnishings, modern artwork, and lashings of wooden and greenery.
My visitor room featured a flat-screen cable TV, air-con, free Wi-Fi, an iPod dock, and a chic-looking marble toilet. I additionally obtained a complimentary move to a close-by 24-hour health middle.
I discovered it located alongside Willamette River within the downtown arts district, simply two blocks from a MAX gentle rail station and a 6-minute stroll from the Portland Artwork Museum. I used to be additionally close to the Farmer’s Market, South Waterfront Park, and the Hawthorne Asylum Meals Cart Pod.
Different facilities I found have been the fashionable inside courtyard which got here with fashionable fireplace pits, the town’s first-ever dwelling inexperienced wall (which was spectacular!), a 24-hour retailer, a tasty buffet breakfast, and an onsite restaurant, Nel Centro, which served up a effective eating expertise engineered by the highly-regarded native chef and restaurateur David Machado.
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12. The Heathman
I discovered this well-known place housed in a downtown historic constructing from 1927, it provided a premium boutique lodging and had a really upscale and romantic vibe – it even had been talked about within the Fifty Shades of Gray novels!.
