set in a building built in 1911, this quirky rock and rollthemed hotel is across the road from the crystal ballroom, a 12-minute walk from the portland art museum, and 4 miles from washington park. eclectic rooms with vivid colors are named after famous musicians, and offer city views and private bathrooms. pets are welcome for a fee. other amenities include an indoor saltwater pool and a music-themed art gallery. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. there's a relaxed restaurant, a casual pub, and a basement bar offering live music. suites add en suite facilities. kids age 6 and under stay at no charge with an adult Portland International Airport 20 min
Hoyt Arboretum (9 min) 189-acre park featuring thousands of native, global & endangered trees & 12 mi. of hiking trails. Lan Su Chinese Garden (8 min) Tranquil botanical garden featuring rare plants native to China, decorative stonework & a tea shop. Shanghai Tunnels/Portland Underground Tour (9 min) Company offering guided tours of the historic Chinatown tunnels with rumored organized crime ties. Oregon Zoo (9 min) 64-acre zoo featuring elephants, polar bears & other animal exhibits emphasizing conservation. Pittock Mansion (9 min) 23-room mansion from 1914 now a museum, featuring gardens, period furnishings & scenic views. International Rose Test Garden (9 min) City-maintained rose test gardens founded in 1917, featuring 10,000+ plants in manicured displays. Portland Children's Museum (8 min) Museum with a cafe providing interactive creative & educational activities aimed at younger kids. Pioneer Courthouse Square (9 min) This city living room plaza opened in 1984 beside an 1875 courthouse & hosts regular events. Tom McCall Waterfront Park (13 min) Riverfront green belt featuring public art, historical monuments, paved paths & a fountain. Portland Saturday Market (13 min) This popular Saturday & Sunday event offers craft & gift vendors, food carts, entertainment & more. Washington Park (9 min) Huge park with varied attractions including zoo, rose garden, Japanese garden & 15 miles of trails. Portland Japanese Garden (7 min) Many styles of gardens showcased in serene 5.5-acre space with waterfall, teahouse & mountain view. Portland Art Museum (9 min) Variety of collections include Asian, American & Native American art, plus touring shows & theater. OMSI (7 min) Rotating shows, science labs, submarine tours & planetarium at a museum with monthly 21+ events. Oregon Historical Society (10 min) Rotating exhibits give insight into state history, art & more in building with 8-story-high murals. |