Portland Hotels
Top Picks in Downtown Portland Hotels
These Portland hotels range from expensive and elegant to economical and practical. The downtown Portland area is nice and compact and the public transportation system makes it easy to get around without a car. This means you can stay in a hotel in the downtown area, leave your car in the hotel parking garage and go almost anywhere you want to go by walking a short distance and riding the MAX or the Portland Streetcar. Portland attractions within easy reach of downtown Portland hotels are:
If you are planning on staying in Portland for several days you might want to take a look at these Portland Holiday Packages and Hotel Deals. The first two hotels on the list below would be great for a romantic getaway in Portland. They are also popular with guests who are in Portland on business.
The Benson Hotel
This is the ultimate in elegance. Built in 1912, it is one of the oldest and finest of Portland hotels and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Everything you could possible wish for is here with the exception of a swimming pool. There is a fitness center, however. The rooms are finely furnished and, unlike modern hotels, they have windows you can open for fresh air.
The main restaurant, The London Grill has been Portland's most prestigeous and finest restaurant for years and years. The wine cellar boasts 6,000 bottles and there is a complimentary wine tasting each evening. Your dog won't feel left out either with the same luxury brand bed that you are sleeping in, his own water dish, and complimentary treats. If you want to go for the top of the top, book the Presidential Suite. Every president since Harry Truman has slept here. The Benson is located at 309 Southwest Broadway in the heart of downtown Portland. Get more information and see photos at The Benson Hotel.
The Heathman Hotel
The Heathman has been a favorite of all of Portland hotels for years both for its hotel facilities and its restaurant. It is one of those old stately hotels that has an ambiance and feel that new hotels just cannot copy--and you can open the windows. That being said, the rooms are smaller than in the newer hotels.
The emphasis is on service, elegance, and comfort though. You get the choice of three styles of beds--european feather, european pillow-top, or Tempur-Pedic. The location, on Southwest Broadway is perfect for shopping, theater going, and sightseeing. The Heathman Restaurant is popular with the Portland locals with a menu of Pacific Northwest favorites.
Check availability and see photos at The Heathman.
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Hotel
With a view of the Willamette River, Mt. Hood and nearby restaurants, shopping and performing arts venues this hotel is right where you want to be. Plus it has recently been updated with new decore, LCD TV's, and new bathrooms. In addition there is a fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, and a whirlpool.
Allie's American Grille serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There is also a sports bar, coffee bar, and wine bar. See photos and get more information: Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront.
The Hilton Portland Oregon Hotel
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Located on Sixth Avenue, the Hilton, one of the finest Portland hotels offers ammenities for business men and women as well as families. Single, spacious rooms, large executive rooms, and one- and two-bedroom suites are available. The executive rooms are equipped with L-shaped desk, printer/copier/fax/scanner. Upscale shopping such as
For more information: The Hilton - Portland.
Embassy Suites Portland Downtown Hotel
Built in the old historic Multnomah Hotel, Embassy Suites Downtown Portland is on SW Pine Street. With all single rooms, one-bedroom suites, and two-bedroom suites you get a full cooked-to-order breakfast and a manager's reception in the evening. The rooms are luxuriously furnished and include a refrigerator and microwave oven.
The Portland Steak & Chop House features foods, wines, and brews of the Pacific Northwest.
Salon Nvla, a day spa is located right in the hotel. They offer full-service hair salon, nail care, waxing, and facials using Aveda products.
From Jan 1, 2008 to May 31, 2008 children receive a Build-A-Bear Workshop Sleep Over Pack which contains a robe, pj's, slippers, a $5.00 gift certificate for the Build-a-Bear Store, and a tote bag to carry it all in.
Read more at Embassy Suites Portland - Downtown.
Sometimes you just need a place to sleep in a convenient location and don't want to spend a lot of money on it. The following Portland hotels are in the cheap to moderate range. They are comfortable and clean. Or...
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