The largest city in Oregon, Portland is known for its abundance of microbreweries, excellent food and appealingly green, leafy feel. A brilliant destination for foodies and fans of the great outdoors, this is a fun city for a weekend break as a couple or with family and friends. Accommodation options range from simple, self-catering spots to pet friendly properties, hip boutique stays and grand luxury hotels fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Many of the best places to stay in Portland are clustered close to the city centre and in the heart of the action, but some of our favourite hidden gems sit in charming suburbs, perfect for a relaxing trip.

Begin your explorations at Pioneer Courthouse Square, dubbed ‘Portland’s living room’, and stroll through the Old Town and China Town, passing the Portland Building and the huge Portlandia Statue. Cultural highlights include the Portland Art Museum, the Museum of Science & Industry and the imposing Pittock Mansion. Portland also boasts a fascinating underground network of tunnels, connecting the basements of the bars and hotels of the Old Town and the Willamette River docks — well worth a guided tour. The nearby Pearl District is great for popping into characterful galleries, boutiques and eateries.

Wonderfully walkable, Portland is best explored on foot or by bicycle. Head to Forest Park, Washington Park and the Tom McCall Waterfront Park for verdant ambles. Beyond the city limits, you’ll find the picturesque Willamette Valley’s numerous world-class wineries, as well as opportunities to go hiking, cycling, horse riding and kayaking.

Spend your days sampling craft beers from the city’s 70+ microbreweries, kicking back in knitting cafés, feasting in vegan brewpubs, and joining Portland’s lively community of friendly, outdoorsy and eco-minded creatives. The best places to stay in Portland channel this welcoming, easygoing vibe, promising a fantastic Oregon experience.

The Best Places to Stay in Portland

For Great Value

• The Society Hotel is a characterful and affordable base in Old Town Chinatown. Enjoy great coffee and homemade pastries in the café before exploring the city's hippest spots. Simple, well-priced and well-located for couples, friends or families.
• The Mark Spencer Hotel has been carefully renovated to preserve its 19th-century features whilst offering simple, contemporary interiors. Book a suite with a well-equipped kitchenette for a longer trip as a couple, familiy or business traveller. There's an onsite gym and meeting spaces. Great value for longer stays.
• Ace Hotel Portland offers modern rooms with record players, city views and clawfoot bathtubs. Head to the lobby for coffee with a sociable buzz, or kick off the evening with a selection of cocktails and a taste of the extensive wine & spirits list. Affordable and very hip.

For a Riverfront Stay

• Kimpton Riverplace hugs the banks of the Willamette River, offering spacious rooms and suites with an admirable eco-friendly focus. Explore Portland on the hotel's complimentary bicycles, feast on farm-to-table fare at Three Degrees, enjoy informative wine tastings and host a big event in the leafy grounds. Lovely.

For Business Travellers

• Hotel Eastlund is a minimalist, modern choice for business travellers in the Convention Centre area. Pick this place for the extensive meeting facilities, inviting breakfast café and appealing rooftop lounge bar. Well-located for a work trip.
• The Paramount Hotel sits opposite Director Park and very close to Pioneer Courhouse Square, well-located for exploring on foot. Shared spaces are bright and playful, whilst contemporary rooms and suites have interconnecting options. The smart meeting and event rooms make this a good choice for those in Portland on business.
• Hotel Lucia is ideal for work trips, with desks in each of the sleek guestrooms, and three meeting spaces of various sizes. Close to the heart of the action, the hotel also has a buzzing pizzeria for unwinding after busy days.

For Groups

• Kennedy School is exactly what the name suggests: a quirky, renovated school building-turned-hotel. Pick this place for the eclectic rustic design, complete with fun artwork and vintage furnishings, the onsite cinema and the refreshing pool. With six drinking and dining options, this is a brilliant group holiday choice. A Northeast Portland gem.
• Jupiter Hotel is a fun boutique spot across the river in SE Portland. Stay here for the pet-friendly rooms, all-day hangout spots and onsite live music venue. Add-ons and activities help to create memorable experiences involving Portland's more off-beat, creative side. A cracking choice for a city break with friends.
• Vintage Hotel promises a hip city pad for groups of friends in Portland's commercial district. Think floor-to-ceiling windows and large bathtubs, a fully stocked games room, an urban tasting room and free bike rentals. The Northwest Italian cuisine is fabulous. For lovers of good food and wine.
• Kex has a quirky, Scandi hipster feel, with lots of minimalist wooden furnishings. There are communal spaces for work and play, including a rooftop and courtyard. Across the river from the city centre. Rooms with bunk beds sleep 4, 6 or up to 16 guests — ideal for affordable group trips.

For Romance

• Hotel Grand Stark is a design-focused boutique spot in south-eastern Portland, featuring mid-century pieces in very inviting rooms and suites. A trendy choice for couples or friends, with a swanky bar and relaxed deli.
• The Hoxton Portland is a romantic Chinatown choice. Beautifully appointed guestrooms have rich walnut panelling and mid-century touches, in addition to carefully curated artwork and contemporary ceramics. Don't miss unwinding at the rooftop bar!
• Woodlark has a chic, contemporary feel with crisp white linens and bottle green-upholstered headboards in soothing bedrooms. The retro-style Abigail Hall bar is a wonderful touch. Whimsical and romantic.

For Families

• Dossier Hotel is an appealingly friendly and stylish spot, with rollaway beds in big guestrooms for families with little ones, and a welcoming pet policy. You'll also find a great gym, gourmet food for a variety of tastes, and central location. An idyllic family choice.
• Hi-Lo Hotel sits close to the cool Pearl District, offering slick, modern rooms and suites near heaps of family-friendly attractions. Borrow a hotel bike to cycle around Portland as a family. Little ones will adore the milk and cookies and the children's menu choices.

For Heritage Grandeur

• The Benson was founded in 1913, and continues to enjoy a reputation as one of the city's best hotels. Expect grand interiors, three excellent eateries, and a great location in the heart of Portland. The crystal ballroom is a magical wedding venue.
• Heathman Hotel was built in the late 1920s, with Italian Renaissance-style features and Art Deco touches. Sensitively-restored guestrooms have bold sunburst headboards and a rich colour palette. The elegant afternoon teas are legendary.
• The Sentinel is an imposing Portland classic, with a façade dating back to 1909. Inside, interiors are cool and contemporary, with touches of sage, lavender and taupe on an otherwise muted palette. A grand and sophisticated city hotel. Don't miss admiring the stained glass dome in the restaurant. For romantics and business travellers.
• Hotel DeLuxe promises magnificent interiors for an elegant wedding or couple's trip. Close to Providence Park, this extravagant city hotel features gilded trim, Czech glass chandeliers, a 1950s-style cocktail lounge and a fantastic fine dining restaurant. Delightful for business or leisure.
• Portland's White House is a nine-bedroom B&B set within mature gardens in the historic Irvington District. Stay here for expansive guestrooms decorated with antiques, four-poster beds, private terraces and generous communal spaces. An intimate base with a real sense of old world elegance.

For Contemporary Luxury

• The Porter is a luxurious hotel in downtown Portland, complete with sleek contemporary rooms and an expansive wellness centre, including an indoor pool and gym. Start your evenings in the rooftop lounge and choose from a plethora of dining options after days of business or leisure. A smart city base.
• The Nines Hotel is a wonderful pick for business or leisure travellers, just along from Pioneer Courthouse Square. Interiors are vibrant and lively, with rooms boasting striking views and marble bathrooms. The Asian fusion restaurant is fabulous, and there are great craft cocktails at Urban Farmer in the lobby. For couples or solo visitors.
• Royal Sonesta Portland offers bright and bold guestrooms with a plethora of colours and patterned textiles. A playful pick for holidaymakers or business visitors, complete with a great eatery, well-equipped gym and soothing spa. An upscale base with a boutique feel.
• The Duniway Hotel is an indulgent pick for a getaway as a family or couple. Think swish, slick interiors and signature Hilton hotel service. With a lively bar and eatery, this is a great base for a sociable downtown stay, complete with a swimming pool and gym.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY COTTAGE

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Fly to Portland International Airport and travel to your destination by car or bus from there. There is an extensive bus network for overland journeys from destinations across Oregon.
• Oregon is ideal for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Travel during the summer months (June to August) for the warmest weather. Spring and autumn are also lovely.

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