One important morsel of information that you might need before you begin booking a hotel: The Portland Marathon is the same weekend as the wedding. What does this mean? Well, there will be an abundance of extremely svelte runners. Key word abundance. With that said, the hotels will fill up fast and in actuality are already filled. After calling around to many hotels for huge group rates, I came to a crossroads as I don't really know who will be joining us for the wedding, more specifically precise days. I will begin by giving suggestions for you all to ponder for a month or two or three or four. At which point we all might have a better idea of everyone's travel plans.
Here we go.
Something for the hipsters or just plain hip:
Ace Hotel
Location: Downtown Portland
The Ace Hotel is known for its original design and comfort. A hotel that is unique to Portland's very own style, molding to what the city has become. Modern yet comfortable, simple yet intricate, you will find rest among the downtown's most bustling neighborhood. Just around the corner (walking) you will find the world's largest new and used bookstore, Powell's Books. In the same area you kind find an assortment of higher end boutiques and art galleries. A well known and local coffee shop, Stumptown, resides in the lobby of the hotel. Quick and delicious coffee to start your day. The hotel is also sandwiched betweenClyde Common and Kenny and Zuke's whose dining always attracts a crowd.
Why you should stay here: Centrally located and inexpensive. Rates starting about $120. The "walkability" is 100%.
One drawback….street pay to park.
Something a little cush.
Hotel Vintage Plaza
One of the reasons I LOVE Hotel Vintage Plaza is the fact that they have the most amazing pillows!!! I stayed with a girlfriend at this location and the pillows are that amazing to mention. Also located downtown this hotel offers a central location for easy access to wherever your heart desires. The Hotel Vintage Plaza is a small hotel in size and its pretty quiet for the location. This section of town quiets down around 10pm. Interstate 5 is less than a mile from the hotel, so again, this is easy to get to and get away from :)
Why you should stay here: Moderately priced accommodations. Comfortable setting. Easy access to just about everything.
Drawbacks: Street parking.
Something kind of Portland.
Mcmenamins Kennedy School
Unexplainable. You will just have to see for yourself. I highly recommend The Kennedy School for a true Portland experience. Set in a 1915 secondary school, you will find numerous bars, a movie theater (with couches), pubs, restaurants and even a soaking pool. The rooms are comfortable and the food is great! The location is in NE Portland, about 5 minutes to our wedding venue. It is situated in a quiet neighborhood, but it is in close proximity to the freeway and downtown.I am thinking that I will be staying here the night before the wedding with some friends. It might be a good place to hang out for everyone. The rates are great for overnight stays.
Why you should stay here: The experience. Close to wedding venue.
Drawbacks: None I can think of.
Something comfy.
Residence Inn Marriott
A faithful and reliable place to stay. If you are planning on staying in town for more of an extended stay, this might be the place for you. Josh's parents and nanna stayed when they came to visit us and my dad, sister and I spent our Christmas here. It is a good place to rest and wind down from the adventures that Portland holds. Situated in the Lloyd district, you will find easy access to the freeway. The light rail (The MAX) is a stones throw to the hotel and you can go just about anywhere and for free at that.
Why you should stay here: Its an all around great place.
Drawbacks: None that I can think of :)
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