Boutique Hotels in Portland: Cool Places to Stay

Portland is the vibrant, progressive capital of Oregon, an incredibly beautiful area in the Pacific Northwest. It’s a fun city to visit, especially if you’re into visiting artisan breweries, hipster bars and healthy cafes. There are many cool and interesting hotels in the region and in this guide, we recommend the best boutique hotels in Portland, Oregon.

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Boutique Hotels in Portland

Portland is known for its unique neighbourhoods where you can find a diverse range of food, culture, history and communities. The city has 20 prominent neighbourhoods spread across what’s known as the six quadrants.

Most visitors choose to stay between Pioneer Courthouse Square and Old Town Chinatown as this is the most central area of Portland. But neighbourhoods like Nob Hill, Lloyd, Division/Clifton, Belmont and Hawthorne are great places to stay for style, food, fashion and the sights of Portland.

Hotel Vance
Address: 1455 Southwest Broadway, Portland, United States
A cool design hotel located in the Downtown area, not far from the Portland Art Museum. The hotel is new and clean with interesting artwork, unusual red and white decor and a creative vibe. The 24-hour fitness centre is very handy, as is the snack station and fun games room. Hotel Vance is highly-rated and a cool place to stay while in Portland.

Jupiter NEXT
Address: 900 East Burnside Street, Portland, OR
You’ll find Jupiter Next on the other side of the Willamette River on Portland’s Eastside. This is a great location for exploring the interesting Lloyd District and Hawthorne neighbourhood. The rooms are modern and super stylish with plush carpets and warm colours. The reception is designed with cool concrete and solid timber finishes. This is a very trendy and cosy hotel with environmentally conscious elements that include zero waste products, green spaces and support for local artists.

The Heathman Hotel
Address: 1001 Southwest Broadway at Salmon, Portland, Oregon
The Heathman Hotel is one of Portland’s luxury boutique hotels. Located opposite three lovely green spaces in the Downtown area, Chapman Square, Lownsdale Square and Terry Shrunk Plaza. This is a great space for an early walk or for a short break during the day. The hotel is known for its extensive library but you’ll also find a nice gym, yoga facilities, art gallery and onsite restaurant that puts on a popular afternoon tea. Additional nice touches are the in-room gym equipment, perfect for morning stretching or a quick workout and the room minibars are stocked with local produce.

The Society Hotel
Address: 203 Northwest 3rd Avenue, Portland, OR, USA
The Society Hotel is the best boutique hotel in the Old Town Chinatown district due to its focus on classy design features in the lounge, bar and roof terrace as well as the minimalist rooms. The Society uses 100% renewable energy as its electricity source, an important green feature. If you’re on a budget, you can book a single bed in the mixed dorm room, a great way to meet other travellers if you’re travelling solo.

Ace Hotel Portland
Address: 1022 Southwest Stark Street, Portland
The Ace Hotel is known for its comfy beds, cool industrial vibe, in-room sound system and its quirky breakfast that includes Stumptown Coffee, Smith Tea, fresh fruit and pastries from Saint Honore. The central location near the famous Powell’s City of Books is a bonus. The rooms feature Mascioni sheets, Pendleton Woolen Mills blankets and Tivoli radios that create a unique hotel experience.

KEX Hotel
Address: 100 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Portland
Another cool and unusual hotel in Portland is the Kex Hotel. Although there are private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, the Kex is more of a boutique hostel rather than a hotel. It’s a great place to stay if you’re travelling with a group of friends and are happy to share a room or if you’re travelling with your family. There are quite a few room options so you’re sure to find something that fits. The Kex is located on the trendy Eastside.

Dossier
Address: 750 Southwest Alder Street, Portland, OR, United States
Ideal if you’re looking for a centrally located hotel in the Downtown area, the Dossier is a clean, comfortable hotel with free breakfast and friendly staff. The rooms are spacious and can be made cosier thanks to the Pillow Bar where you can choose your own pillow. This is one of the best pet-friendly hotels in Portland as they offer pet beds, bowls, toys and treats for your four-legged friends.

This article is part of our series on places to stay in the Pacific Northwest.

Map of Downtown Portland

For more details on Portland’s interesting neighbourhoods, this city tourism office has an excellent guide.

If you have any questions or would like to leave a hotel review, please do so in the comments.

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