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<\/picture><\/p>\nI also watched a live rock band while sipping on craft cocktails and beer in their adjacent Doug Fir Lounge, dined on American eats in their upstairs eatery – I loved that they had plenty of vegan and gluten-free options. I also gazed at art in their 24-hour gallery and relaxed around a fire pit in their contemporary courtyard.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Funky Burnside Street was also the perfect neighborhood for me –<\/span> I found myself very near indie boutiques, food trucks, live music venues, and some of the city\u2019s coolest nightlife.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n My highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Watching elegant calligraphy tattoos come to life during Evan ESK Wilson\u2019s seminar at the Void Tattoo Fest<\/a>, hosted as part of their First Friday Artist Reception.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n I discovered this hotel located in a historic red brick exterior building which dated back to 1911. Inside, I was totally won over by the eclectic and very nostalgic looking music-themed decor which featured rich wood antique-style furniture, funky artwork, hand-painted murals, cast-iron candelabras, old-fashioned signs and even colorful stained glass windows. I thought the vibe was just so unique – it felt bohemian and whimsically artistic with lots of playfulness thrown in!<\/p>\n The staff told me that each of the 51 rooms had been influenced by one of the standout shows at the Crystal Ballroom across the road – from Blondie to The Flaming Lips (I loved this so much)! My own guest room was music-themed and came with its signature vintage-chic style furniture, funky fringed lamps and cushions, a hand-painted head board and organic eco-friendly toiletries. <\/p>\n It was located in the buzzy West End part of Downtown so I very happy to be near lot of hip bars and restaurants, the famous Powell’s Books, the Pearl District, and the lively Jimmy Mak\u2019s Jazz Club<\/a>.<\/p>\n I watched live music and a funny comedy show at the Crystal Ballroom, drank craft beer and hand-mixed cocktails at the themed bars, checked out the two on-site restaurants which served up Northwest cuisine, took a dip in the illuminated basement saltwater soaking pool and checked out the onsite art gallery which was music-themed, of course!<\/p>\n My favorite highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n I was genuinely impressed by this 5-star historic boutique hotel in downtown. It stood out to me because of its blend of elegant historic architecture and creative, locally inspired design. <\/span><\/p>\n I was in awe of the early\u201120th\u2011century Renaissance\u2011style architecture and the superb vintage modern decor which included a grand staircase, jade\u2011green walls, luxurious tweed and wood furnishings, high ceilings complete with impressive chandeliers, black and white prints of intellects, worn leather sofas, mahogany paneling, 20th-century local art, and lots of books! <\/span><\/p>\n It felt sophisticated and luxurious but not so much it felt intimidating, I still felt very welcomed! My guest room was equally as impressive and had boutique-style style decor with plush pillow-top bed dressed in Frette Italian linens, a pet-friendly policy, a well-stocked<\/span> minibar<\/span><\/span><\/span>, a <\/span>flat-screen TV, and my favorite feature – a cute pillow and speaker menu! I opted for the plush hypoallergenic and the Tivoli Bluetooth Clock Radio!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n It was also ideally placed for everything – it was i<\/span> central downtown near a streetcar stop and within walking distance of Powell’s Bookstore, the Portland Art Museum<\/a> and buzzing restaurants and nightlife.<\/span><\/p>\n I also loved the secret hidden wood-paneled library, the daily organic breakfast which came with lots of veggie options, the modern fitness center, the on-site Starbucks cafe, the classic American fare at Jake\u2019s Grill and the craft-cocktails at the stylish Jackknife Bar.<\/span><\/p>\n My favorite highlights…<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n I found this place located in a sleek black high-rise building adorned with pink neon lights. Inside I discovered a tech-savy and trendy industrial-chic world with modular seating, lashings of concrete and metals and and quirky details such as vintage cameras, bicycles mounted on walls, vinyl record players and graffiti-style murals.<\/p>\n To me, it felt like a cool urban retreat with a playful and fun vibe and a youthful buzzy energy. My guest room that featured a light, contemporary design, wooden floors, a large comfortable bed, retro-chic furniture, modern art prints and funky slogan cushions. <\/p>\n I thought its central downtown location was superb and I found myself right on the doorstep of awesome local nightlife, excellent shopping, dining, and lots of cultural attractions.<\/p>\n I also made full use out of their four onsite restaurants which gave me a choice of sushi to classic American dishes, the sociable bar and communal hang out areas, and the 24\/7 modern fitness center.<\/p>\n My personal highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n I found a classic, early 20th-century brick facade with large, arched windows and inside I found a huge, striking lobby with a long spiral staircase, art sculptures, colorful slogan pillows, and chandeliers shaped like bunches of grapes!<\/p>\n I stayed in a loft-style guest room with a flat-screen cable TV, a mini-fridge, plush bathrobes, city views, and a handy yoga mat! <\/p>\n I discovered it in downtown Southwest, near Providence Park and the Pearl District. It was an 11-minute walk from the Portland Art Museum<\/a>. The hotel was also at the center of a lot of entertainment action. <\/p>\n The Pazzo restaurant served up a buffet breakfast, local wines, and Italian cuisine. The Bacchus Bar, located on-site, served craft beers and wines, and I loved the fun old-school arcade games and the pool table.<\/p>\n I also found a modern 24-hour fitness center, a pet-friendly policy (and a few cute pooches!), a fine restaurant serving up a mix of global and American cuisine and sociable wine tasting sessions in its lounge room bar.<\/p>\n My highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Billed as the city’s newest lifestyle hotel, I thought the overall design was stylish and trendy with an upscale feel. I saw chic contemporary furniture, exotic rugs, lashings green plants, and art prints adorning the walls.<\/p>\n I stayed in a spacious guest room with featured modern boutique style decor, free WiFi, high-thread-count linens, a visual doorbell, fine city views, and an espresso machine. <\/p>\n It was located in the Central Business District so I was within walking distance of independent shops, bars, and restaurants. The Portland Art Museum, the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, and MAX Light Rail were nearby.<\/p>\n It also featured an onsite restaurant overseen by celebrity chef Chris Cosentino, an onsite eatery and bar, an indoor swimming pool, a modern gym, and a furnished terrace that regularly hosted live music and yoga classes (which I loved)!<\/span><\/p>\n My personal highlights… <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n I was a big fan of this funky mid-range accommodation option that doubled as a local hipster hangout. It was housed in a historic building in the funky West End neighborhood which was filled with great nightlife, vibey bars, excellent restaurants<\/a>, and fabulous independent boutiques. <\/p>\n The overall look was very hip and creative, with dark wood and colorful retro-styled furniture. There was a funky communal vibe about the place and I easily got casually chatting with quite a few guests.<\/p>\n My guest room, which was decorated by local artists, had dark wooden floors, an exposed brick wall accent wall, and quirky features such as a vinyl record player. Some rooms have shared bathrooms, but all came with free WiFi, minibars, and flat-screen TVs.<\/p>\n I dined on home-cooked locally sourced food, a continental breakfast, and a vast range of alcoholic drinks in the cozy Clyde Common restaurant and bar overseen by Chef Carlo Lamagna, who offered a diverse range of innovative menu choices.<\/p>\n Other stand out features included the bespoke handmade motorcycle which was created for the hotel by artist Jordon Hufnagel and the lobby bar where I played a vinyl record and messed around in the vintage photo booth. <\/p>\n My personal highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n This is the new sister hotel of the Jupiter Hotel, but I found it was an officially higher-graded hotel. It had been designed by trendy Works Progress Architecture, and the hotel had fine views of the city and the West Hills. The design was trendy industrial-chic, with a concrete-and-steel staircase (a design piece by Laura Sol), a concrete fire pit, and lots of black and glass.<\/p>\n My room had a city-inspired headboard, large windows, modern art, a glass bathroom, a signature knit throw from Seek & Swoon, a voice-activated in-room concierge, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a large flat-screen TV. <\/p>\n It was located on Eastside Burnside Street so I found lots of independent boutiques and live music venues on my doorstep, near Voodoo Donuts and Revolution Hall. <\/p>\n The hotel also had space to work, relax, and socialize and I was especially fond of the tropical-themed onsite restaurant and bar which served American cuisine, a tasty buffet breakfast, and handcrafted cocktails and even turned into a disco in the evenings. There was also an open-air lounge on the fifth floor which had awesome city views.<\/p>\n My personal highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n I found this boutique hotel housed in a restored 1906 building, and inside it featured modernist furniture, quirky ornaments, a pastel color scheme, and large windows that flooded the place with natural light.<\/p>\n Guest rooms ranged in size from small to spacious, and my room featured dark woods, art, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, air conditioning, tall windows offering city views, and black-tiled private bathrooms.<\/p>\n It was located in the city’s historic Chinatown, so I was within walking distance of great restaurants, interesting shops, and a MAX Light Rail station. I also found that the famous White Stag sign and Tom McCall Waterfront Park were nearby.<\/p>\n I also really liked their rooftop restaurant that combined American food with incredible city views, a coffee shop that served up offers pastries and coffee, and a speakeasy-style basement bar. I spent a lot of my time in the trendy rooftop bar which served up creative themed cocktails inspired by the local area, craft beers, and snacks.<\/p>\n My highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n I thought this design boutique reflected the city’s unique spirit. I personally thought it was a very striking place with retro-modern furniture, contemporary art, and lashings of wood and greenery.<\/p>\n My guest room featured a flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, an iPod dock, and a chic-looking marble bathroom. I also <\/span><\/span>received a complimentary pass to a nearby 24-hour fitness center.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n I found it situated along Willamette River in the downtown arts district, just two blocks from a MAX light rail station and a 6-minute walk from the Portland Art Museum. I was also near the Farmer’s Market, South Waterfront Park, and the Hawthorne Asylum Food Cart Pod.<\/p>\n Other amenities I discovered were the stylish interior courtyard which came with trendy fire pits, the city’s first-ever living green wall (which was spectacular!), a 24-hour store, a tasty buffet breakfast, and an onsite restaurant, Nel Centro, which served up a fine dining experience engineered by the highly-regarded local chef and restaurateur David Machado. <\/span><\/p>\n My favorite highlights… <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n I found this famous place housed in a downtown historic building from 1927, it offered a premium boutique lodging and had a very upscale and romantic vibe – it even had been mentioned in the Fifty Shades of Grey novels!.<\/p>\n I really like that it had both a traditional charm combined with contemporary amenities. My room was well-appointe and spacious with a chic design, a French press coffee maker, luxurious linens and complimentary Wi-Fi. The reception staff showed me a typical suite and that included a lush four-poster bed, a hot-tub, and a separate living space.<\/p>\n I found myself conveniently close to popular cultural attractions in the city, including galleries, parks, and museums and it was just a short walk from the Pioneer Square South MAX Station.<\/p>\n The hotel’s facilities included a state-of-the-art fitness center and the Tea Court Lounge which served up fine gourmet food. I especially loved the cultural events though and I saw a live Jazz music session and went to a wine tasting evening too! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
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3. McMenamins Crystal <\/h2>\n
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4. Sentinel Hotel <\/h2>\n
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5. Moxy Downtown <\/h2>\n
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6. Hotel Vintage <\/h2>\n
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7. Duniway Hotel<\/h2>\n
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8. Ace Hotel<\/h2>\n
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9. Jupiter Next <\/h2>\n
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10. Hoxton Hotel<\/h2>\n
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11. Hotel Zags<\/h2>\n
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12. The Heathman<\/h2>\n
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