Portland, Oregon, is in the northern part of the state, providing visitors with opportunities for boating excursions on the Willamette River. The hotels and resorts in this city are less than 20 minutes from the river, and they are also close to downtown attractions, including the art galleries in the Pearl District. During the winter, Portland travelers are only a 20-minute drive from skiing activities at Mount Hood Meadows Ski Resort.
Situated in downtown Portland, the luxurious Hotel Vintage Plaza is within walking distance of upscale shopping at the Pioneer Plaza mall. The hotel is also a five-minute walk from the Portland Performing Arts Center, which produces live theater throughout the year. This hotel is listed in Travel & Leisure magazine's "Top 500 Hotels in the World," and it offers amenities such as a fitness center, concierge desk, valet parking, and a fine dining restaurant, Pazzo, that serves Italian cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The guest rooms have LCD televisions, work desks and mini-fridges. Pets stay for free, and the hotel provides animal bedding and food upon request.
Hotel Vintage Plaza
422 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205
800-263-2305
vintageplaza.com
The Heathman Hotel, located in downtown Portland, is a luxurious accommodation that has received a four-diamond award from AAA. This historic hotel was founded in 1927, and it is a member of the Historic Hotels of America organization. Hotel amenities include a concierge desk, valet parking, 24-hour fitness center and an on-site restaurant, Heathman Restaurant and Bar, that offers fine dining. The hotel also features the Mezzanine Art Gallery, which displays art pieces from local artisans. Guest rooms have complimentary bathrobes, high-def televisions, living room areas and king-size beds.
The Heathman Hotel
1001 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205
800-551-0011
heathmanhotel.com
The Avalon Hotel is a spa resort on the banks of the Willamette River. Its spa offers massage therapies, body treatments and sauna. The hotel's amenities include valet parking, daily maid service, concierge desk, and outdoor patio space for banquets and receptions. The on-site restaurant, Aquariva, serves Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner every day of the week. The 99 guest rooms have separate living rooms, private balconies, fireplaces and views of the river. Some of the guest units have two bedrooms. The resort is within walking distance of walking and cycling paths along the Willamette River.
Avalon Hotel and Spa
4650 SW Macadam Ave.
Portland, OR 97239
888-556-4402
avalonhotelandspa.com
The Radisson Hotel is right off the War Veterans Memorial Highway, and it is only a 10-minute drive from Portland International Airport. The hotel is also within walking distance of the 18-hole Colwood Golf Course. Hotel amenities include a business center with fax service, complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to the airport, valet parking and a fitness center, plus the hotel offers "Park and Stay" packages for travelers who have an early flight at the airport. The hotel's restaurant, Lakeside Bar and Grill, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Each guest room has a refrigerator and cable television, while some of the rooms have king-size beds and whirlpool tubs.
Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
6233 NE 78th Ct.
Portland, OR 97218
800-395-7046
radisson.com
