The 51 small, song-themed rooms at the upper-middle-range Crystal Hotel in downtown Portland embody the quirkiness that defines this city. The hotel is owned by the McMenamin brothers, who helm a string of converted historic hotels and microbreweries throughout Oregon, and this hotel packs in the hallmarks of their brand: colorful murals, a laid-back vibe, hearty pub fare, and quintessentially Oregonian craft beer on-site. The hotel also features a small indoor saltwater soaking pool, but guests should keep in mind that only King Rooms have en-suite bathrooms, which can contribute to noise in the hallways. For an equally funky experience with more privacy, try the McMenamin's Kennedy School, a converted schoolhouse a 10- to 15-minute drive from downtown in Northeast Portland.
The 51 small, song-themed rooms at the upper-middle-range Crystal Hotel in downtown Portland embody the quirkiness that defines this city. The hotel is owned by the McMenamin brothers, who helm a string of converted historic hotels and microbreweries throughout Oregon, and this hotel packs in the hallmarks of their brand: colorful murals, a laid-back vibe, hearty pub fare, and quintessentially Oregonian craft beer on-site. The hotel also features a small indoor saltwater soaking pool, but guests should keep in mind that only King Rooms have en-suite bathrooms, which can contribute to noise in the hallways. For an equally funky experience with more privacy, try the McMenamin's Kennedy School, a converted schoolhouse a 10- to 15-minute drive from downtown in Northeast Portland.
This 154-room property is solid upper-mid-range pick in a central location in Downtown Portland. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with a soothing, sophisticated color scheme (grays and golds) and modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs with PPV movies, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and Gilchrist & Soames toiletries. Property amenities include a small but modern fitness center (plus discounted passes to a local gym with classes a block away), a business center, and a decent Asian restaurant. But the fair rates are the big draw here.
This 154-room property is solid upper-mid-range pick in a central location in Downtown Portland. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with a soothing, sophisticated color scheme (grays and golds) and modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs with PPV movies, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and Gilchrist & Soames toiletries. Property amenities include a small but modern fitness center (plus discounted passes to a local gym with classes a block away), a business center, and a decent Asian restaurant. But the fair rates are the big draw here.
This artsy boutique hotel in downtown Portland is within walking distance of numerous attractions, and its sleek rooms are decorated in neutral tones, with rich brown fabrics, leather, and woods. Beds are decked out in high-thread-count sheets and pillow-top mattresses, and tech features include iPod docks and flat-screen TVs. It's an older building, though, evidenced by the small rooms and tiny bathrooms.
This artsy boutique hotel in downtown Portland is within walking distance of numerous attractions, and its sleek rooms are decorated in neutral tones, with rich brown fabrics, leather, and woods. Beds are decked out in high-thread-count sheets and pillow-top mattresses, and tech features include iPod docks and flat-screen TVs. It's an older building, though, evidenced by the small rooms and tiny bathrooms.