Small and compact and never too removed from the gorgeous Oregon shoreline, the distinctive Pacific Northwest Port metropolis of Portland showcases all the things good in regards to the hipster scene, together with its plentiful provide of characterful locations to remain. From quirky boutiques to fashionable, listed below are my favorites…
1. McMenamins Kennedy College
Positioned within the Northeast of town dwelling 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 non-public lavatory, free WiFi, air-con, and complimentary toiletries. I spent the day within the outside 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 stay Indie music within the on-site venue, and had a dinner produced from domestically sourced substances within the Courtyard Restaurant.
2. Jupiter Lodge
I cherished this distinctive mix of eclectic retro-chic design and artsy vibe, the place I found rooms with wall murals by native artists, a energetic outside courtyard that hosted music occasions. I actually lapped up its energetic and hip vibe, which I noticed attracted a artistic crowd. The decor consisted of uncovered beams, industrial finishes, and putting wall murals which had been created by native artists.
My visitor room on the Jupiter Lodge featured a classy decor, eco-friendly facilities, creative wall murals, and fashionable conveniences corresponding to a flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi.
I partied within the retro-themed bar subsequent to the lodge’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 hearth pit.
This spot was situated Burnside Road 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 cherished that the lodge 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 varieties with like-minded individuals!
3. Ace Lodge
I used to be an enormous 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 unbiased boutiques.
The general look was very hip and artistic, with darkish wooden and colourful retro-styled furnishings. There was a cool communal vibe in regards to the place and I simply acquired casually chatting with fairly a couple of visitors.
My visitor room, which was embellished by native artists, had darkish picket flooring, an uncovered brick wall accent wall, and quirky options corresponding to a vinyl file participant. Some rooms have shared loos, however all got here with free WiFi, minibars, and flat-screen TVs.
I dined on home-cooked domestically sourced meals, a continental breakfast, and an enormous vary of alcoholic drinks within the cozy Clyde Frequent restaurant and bar overseen by Chef Carlo Lamagna, who provided a various vary of revolutionary menu decisions.
Different stand out options included the bespoke handmade motorbike created for the lodge by artist Jordon Hufnagel, the on-site cafe, and a number of eating places, the place I chilled out with fellow vacationers, performed a vinyl file and messed round within the classic picture sales space.
4. McMenamins Crystal
I discovered this lodge situated in a historic constructing (which was in-built 1911) 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 are additionally close by.
I discovered the vibe relaxed however with eclectic music-themed decor that includes distinctive paintings, and shiny colours. Every of the 51 rooms is influenced by one of many standout reveals on the Crystal Ballroom throughout the street – from Blondie to The Flaming Lips.
I stayed in a themed room with classic furnishings, metropolis views, a non-public lavatory, free WiFi, plush bathrobes, and natural toiletries.
Different options I discovered included an on-site stay music venue and weekend comedy reveals, a energetic 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 lodge homeowners say “artistic thinkers, artists, and entrepreneurs can lay their heads and be impressed”! I discovered the eco-friendly lodge 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 putting decor which was a mixture of old-time luxurious and modern parts corresponding 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 equipment stored me busy with a yoga mat, health gear, in addition to the a pill which was pre-loaded with health movies.
The breakfast featured a variety of natural choices, together with the house-made honey which I cherished!
My favourite highlights…
- Enjoyable within the stylish Fortune bar and sipping on artistic 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 assumed this was such a cute contact!
6. Moxy Downtown
Positioned in central downtown space close to the fashionable Pearl District, I cherished this funky fashionable spot which had eye-catching decor, pink neon lights, stylish 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 diverse breakfast menus and dinners, and a health middle.
7. Lodge Classic
I discovered this 4-star lodge situated in downtown Southwest, close to Windfall Park and the Pearl District. It’s an 11-minute stroll from the Portland Artwork Museum. The lodge was additionally on the middle of loads of leisure motion.
The general design was boutique-style, and the partitions had been art-adorned. There was a putting floating staircase, artwork sculptures, a graffitied foyer, and chandeliers formed like bunches of grapes! I stayed in a loft-style visitor room with a flat-screen cable TV, a minifridge, plush bathrobes, metropolis views, and yoga mats!
The Pazzo restaurant served up a buffet breakfast, native wines, and Italian delicacies. The Bacchus Bar, situated on-site, served craft beers and wines, and I cherished the old-school arcade video games and a pool.
Along with welcoming pets and providing a contemporary 24-hour health middle, the lodge targeted on gastronomy and provided city tasting classes in its lounge room bar.
8. Duniway Lodge
Billed as town’s latest life-style lodge, it’s situated within the Central Enterprise District- inside strolling distance of unbiased retailers, bars, and eating places. The Portland Artwork Museum, the Arlene Schnitzer Live performance Corridor, and MAX Gentle Rail are close by.
The general design is fashionable and classy with excessive requirements. It featured modern furnishings, unique rugs, inexperienced crops, and artwork prints.
I stayed in a spacious visitor room with fashionable decor, free WiFi, high-thread-count linens, a visible doorbell, metropolis views, and an espresso machine.
It additionally featured an onsite restaurant overseen by movie star chef Chris Cosentino, an onsite eatery and bar, an indoor swimming pool, a contemporary health club, and a furnished terrace that recurrently hosts stay music and yoga lessons.
9. Jupiter Subsequent
That is the brand new sister lodge of the Jupiter Lodge, but it surely’s an formally higher-graded lodge. It’s situated on Eastside Burnside Road and is understood for its unbiased boutiques and stay music venues. Close to Voodoo Donuts and Revolution Corridor.
Designed by stylish Works Progress Structure, the lodge provides views of town and the West Hills. The design is modern, with a concrete-and-steel staircase (a design piece by Laura Sol), a concrete hearth pit, and many black and glass.
My room had a city-inspired headboard, massive home windows, fashionable artwork, glass loos, a signature knit throw from Search & Swoon, a voice-activated in-room concierge, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a big flat-screen TV.
The lodge additionally had area to work, chill out, and socialize. The tropical-themed onsite restaurant and bar served American delicacies, breakfast, and cocktails and even became a disco within the evenings. There was additionally an open-air lounge on the fifth flooring with metropolis views.
10. Hoxton Lodge
This boutique lodge is within the metropolis’s historic Chinatown, which has many eating places, retailers, and a MAX Gentle Rail station. The well-known White Stag signal and Tom McCall Waterfront Park are additionally close by.
Housed in a restored 1906 constructing, it has modernist furnishings, quirky ornaments, a pastel colour scheme, and huge home windows that permit in numerous pure mild.
Visitor rooms vary 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 non-public loos.
Different facilities embody a rooftop restaurant that mixes American meals with views throughout town, a espresso store that provides pastries and occasional, and a speakeasy-style basement bar.
I recommend making an attempt their eatery, which serves up artistic cocktails impressed by the native space, craft beers, and snacks.
11. Lodge Zags
This 4-star lodge is located alongside Willamette River within the downtown arts district, simply two blocks from a MAX mild rail station and a 6-minute stroll from the Portland Artwork Museum.
Different close by sights embody town’s Farmer’s Market, South Waterfront Park, and the Hawthorne Asylum Meals Cart Pod.
It’s a design boutique impressed by town’s distinctive spirit. I cherished that it provides retro-modern furnishings, modern artwork, and many wooden and greenery.
My visitor room featured a flat-screen cable TV, air-con, free Wi-Fi, an iPod dock, and a marble lavatory. All visitors obtain complimentary passes to a close-by 24-hour health middle.
Different facilities embody the inside courtyard with hearth pits, town’s first-ever dwelling wall, a 24-hour retailer, buffet breakfast, and an onsite restaurant, Nel Centro, which provides a high-quality eating expertise engineered by the regarded native chef and restaurateur David Machado.
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12. The Heathman
Housed in a downtown historic constructing from 1927, The Heathman provides a premium boutique lodging expertise excellent for {couples} (it’s a lodge made world-famous by the Fifty Shades of Gray novels!).
Acknowledged for its distinction and high quality, this 4-star property is conveniently shut to varied cultural sights, together with galleries, parks, and museums. It’s a brief stroll from the Pioneer Sq. South MAX Station.
