By Regina Sass
The Best Portland, Oregon Hotels
There is one thing these Portland, Oregon hotels have in common and that is elegance. Whether you are in Portland for business or a tourist coming to explore the vineyards or to see one of Portland's professional sports teams, Portland will have a hotel that fits your description of just what a best hotel is all about.
The Benson
The Benson is a boutique style hotel located right in downtown Portland and has been awarded a 4 Diamond rating by the AAA. There are three restaurants: The London Grill, The Palm Court and the El Gaucho. There is a fitness center and complimentary coffee or tea in the morning. You have your choice of Tempur-Pedic Sleep System Beds or Pillow Top Beds and pets can stay for an additional fee.
The Benson
309 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97204
Tel:(503) 228-2000
www.bensonhotel.com
Governor Hotel
The Governor Hotel is in a historic 1909 building. There are 100 rooms and suites that are all non-smoking. On-site amenities include Jake's Grill and a fitness center. The Governor is recognized as one of the Historic Hotels of America by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The hotel features free coffee and a newspaper each morning, pillow top beds and 24-hour room service.
Governor Hotel
611 SW Tenth Ave.
Portland, OR 97205
Tel: (503) 224-3400
www.governorhotel.com
The Heathman Hotel
The Heathman Hotel has a total of 150 rooms and is popular with business travelers. Pets are welcome in certain rooms and only on certain floors. The hotel has both smoking and non smoking floors. The Heathman has 24-hour room service, private dining rooms, a library and babysitting services.
The Heathman Hotel
1001 SW Broadway (Salmon St.) Map
Portland, OR 97205
Tel: (503) 241-4100
portland.heathmanhotel.com
Hotel Vintage Plaza
The Hotel Vintage Plaza has a total of 154 guest rooms and suites. The hotel is pet-friendly and hosts a wine hour every evening. The on-site restaurant is the Dragonfish Asian Café and there is an on-site fitness center that is open continuously and you can also reserve an in-room massage. The Vintage Plaza is kid-friendly.
Hotel Vintage Plaza
422 SW Broadway (Washington St.)
Portland, OR 97204
Tel: (503)228-1212
www.vintageplaza.com
Portland's White House Bed and Breakfast
Portland's White House Bed and Breakfast has a total of eight rooms, both in the main mansion and the carriage house. It was once a private residence and it does look like its namesake in Washington D.C. Breakfast is made from hormone free meats and local grown vegetables. Guests have use of the garden and parlor. Some combination of champagne, gourmet chocolate, homemade cookies and/or hot chocolate will be waiting in your room.
Portland's White House Bed and Breakfast
1914 NE 22nd Ave
Portland, OR 97212
Tel: (800) 272-7131
www.portlandswhitehouse.com
About the Author:
Regina Sass is based in the Adirondack Region of New York State. She has been a writer for 10 years writing for publications in the real estate and retail industries. Online experience includes writing,advertising and editing for an educational web site. Sass is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists.
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