| the pared-back, functional rooms come free wi-fi and cable tv, in addition to minifridges and microwaves. some rooms add kitchenettes and/or whirlpool tubs. on route 99-e, this unpretentious budget hotel is 5 miles from oregon city, 7. 9 miles from downtown portland and 8. 1 miles from lake oswego. a coin-operated laundry is available. complimentary parking is provided. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am Portland International Airport 27 min
Portland Japanese Garden (25 min) Many styles of gardens showcased in serene 5.5-acre space with waterfall, teahouse & mountain view. Hoyt Arboretum (22 min) 189-acre park featuring thousands of native, global & endangered trees & 12 mi. of hiking trails. Tryon Creek State Natural Area (20 min) 670-acre forested area along a ravine with well-maintained trails for hikers, horses & leashed dogs. International Rose Test Garden (24 min) City-maintained rose test gardens founded in 1917, featuring 10,000+ plants in manicured displays. Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden (15 min) Park with 2,500+ plants that bloom in spring & summer, plus year-round water features & trails. OMSI (15 min) Rotating shows, science labs, submarine tours & planetarium at a museum with monthly 21+ events. Portland Art Museum (18 min) Variety of collections include Asian, American & Native American art, plus touring shows & theater. Oregon Zoo (20 min) 64-acre zoo featuring elephants, polar bears & other animal exhibits emphasizing conservation. Pittock Mansion (27 min) 23-room mansion from 1914 now a museum, featuring gardens, period furnishings & scenic views. South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal (16 min) Popular aerial tramway provides a 4-minute ride above the downtown area with panoramic city views. Washington Park (20 min) Huge park with varied attractions including zoo, rose garden, Japanese garden & 15 miles of trails. Pioneer Courthouse Square (18 min) This city living room plaza opened in 1984 beside an 1875 courthouse & hosts regular events. Lan Su Chinese Garden (19 min) Tranquil botanical garden featuring rare plants native to China, decorative stonework & a tea shop. Tom McCall Waterfront Park (17 min) Riverfront green belt featuring public art, historical monuments, paved paths & a fountain. Oaks Amusement Park (14 min) Family-oriented, circa-1905 amusement park offering wooden skating rink, mini-golf & picnic grounds. |