straightforward suites offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and sitting areas with pull-out sofas, as well as kitchens with microwaves, and tea and coffeemakers. this unpretentious, all-suite extended-stay hotel is 5 miles from the rice northwest museum of rocks & minerals, 4 miles from hillsboro airport and 2 miles from noble woods park. other amenities consist of a convenience shop, a seasonal outdoor pool and an exercise room. there's also a hot tub, coin-operated laundry facilities, and a furnished patio with a bbq grill and a fire pit. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. freebies include an airport shuttle, breakfast, parking, and regular evening socials with snacks and drinks Portland International Airport 35 min
St. Johns Bridge (23 min) Built in 1931, the steel suspension bridge with dual gothic-style towers is the tallest in Portland. OMSI (21 min) Rotating shows, science labs, submarine tours & planetarium at a museum with monthly 21+ events. Oregon Zoo (16 min) 64-acre zoo featuring elephants, polar bears & other animal exhibits emphasizing conservation. Portland Art Museum (22 min) Variety of collections include Asian, American & Native American art, plus touring shows & theater. Portland Children's Museum (16 min) Museum with a cafe providing interactive creative & educational activities aimed at younger kids. Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals (10 min) Geology museum displaying an array of geodes, gems, minerals, petrified wood, fossils & crystals. Portland Japanese Garden (21 min) Many styles of gardens showcased in serene 5.5-acre space with waterfall, teahouse & mountain view. Hoyt Arboretum (18 min) 189-acre park featuring thousands of native, global & endangered trees & 12 mi. of hiking trails. Tom McCall Waterfront Park (24 min) Riverfront green belt featuring public art, historical monuments, paved paths & a fountain. Pioneer Courthouse Square (22 min) This city living room plaza opened in 1984 beside an 1875 courthouse & hosts regular events. Forest Park (17 min) 5,000+-acre wooded area with trails for hiking, biking & bird-watching, including a 30-mile route. Washington Park (17 min) Huge park with varied attractions including zoo, rose garden, Japanese garden & 15 miles of trails. Pittock Mansion (21 min) 23-room mansion from 1914 now a museum, featuring gardens, period furnishings & scenic views. International Rose Test Garden (23 min) City-maintained rose test gardens founded in 1917, featuring 10,000+ plants in manicured displays. Lan Su Chinese Garden (21 min) Tranquil botanical garden featuring rare plants native to China, decorative stonework & a tea shop. |