The Best Boutique Hotels in Portland, Oregon

Dreamed up in an abandoned biscuit factory in Reykjavík, KEX is one of the coolest hotels in Portland. It has a selection of traveler-friendly bunk rooms, each with attractive custom-made beds, plus private rooms ranging from queen to family-size. There’s also plenty of space to mingle, including a secret courtyard, quiet lounges on the upper floors and Lady of the Mountain – a rooftop hideout for cocktails and views over Central Eastside.

The Hotel Grand Stark fits into the boho creativity of Portland perfectly. It has 57 artsy, custom-designed rooms with luxe amenities, including SMEG refrigerators, Nespresso coffee machines and Diptyque toiletries. The Grand Stark Deli serves freshly cooked, made-to-order dishes in a relaxed setting, while Bar Chamberlain is a modern look at the classic hotel bar, serving a refined selection of cocktails and snacks.

The Inn at Northrup Station is a retro wonder; built in the 1970s, it now has a jazzy neon sign out front and equally bright interior decor. Guest rooms are in your face – in a good way – with snazzy printed furnishings, retro desks, and private decks and patios. It’s also a place to mingle, with regular communal events, including craft-beer tastings on Thursdays; family-friendly movie nights on Mondays; and a complimentary glass of wine from a local producer on Wednesdays.

Book this boutique hostel in Portland if you’re looking for a budget-friendly stay but don’t want to compromise on style. Pick a private room if you’re not much of a sharer – the bunk rooms are the more economical option. Either way, you’ll stay in a room with a Scandi-style design, sleep-inducing blackout blinds and local art on the walls. Like any good hostel, it has some great shared spaces, including a modern kitchen, a rooftop terrace and a cafe-bar.

“Kooky” doesn’t do justice to these one-off caravan accommodations – each is a separate unit, with a kitchen, a bedroom and a bathroom. But it’s the Dalí-esque design and propensity for locally sourced products that make this one of the best boutique hotels in Portland. Embrace the festival-like atmosphere here and chat with other guests around the barbecue and firepit; there’s also art made from recycled materials and a ping-pong table. The highlight may well be the all-you-can-eat s’mores.

The Harlow takes one of the oldest commercial buildings in Northwest Portland and transforms it into a stylish modern boutique hotel. The building itself is a member of the National Register of Historic Places, but the inside has been revamped with contemporary art deco stylings. Guest rooms are on the second and third floors, offering views of the private courtyard, downtown or the neighboring park. Kick your evenings off with complimentary beer, wine and cider in the lobby before heading out to explore the trendy Pearl District.

Functional yet eye-catching mid-century furniture adorns each of the guest rooms at the Hoxton, Portland, paired with locally curated original artwork and ceramic decor. While the prime location in the Old Town Chinatown district leaves plenty of top-notch dining options, you also never have to leave. Throw back oysters at Lovely Rita and flavor-packed tacos at Tope, the two on-site restaurants, then sneak down to the speakeasy bar to end the night with an amaretto sour.

Effortlessly glamorous, this sleek Portland hotel prioritizes two things: city views and entertainment. Each tastefully decorated guest room, decked out with local art, has a panorama of the Portland skyline. Add to that the hotel’s neighboring establishment, the Doug Fir Lounge, a classy bar and music venue, and your stay just got a whole lot better.

It’s hard to feel anything but relaxed when you enter the Hi-Lo Hotel. The guest rooms feature goldenrod and gray tones and plush bedding that you’ll be hard-pressed to leave. Shop at the Merchant, the on-site store stocked with Portland wares, such as Maak Lab bath products and local craft beers, to take home.

This historic building has long been a hot place to stay – for more than a century. While all the rooms and amenities have been updated for a flawlessly comfortable stay, the building has retained its vintage charms and some of its original architecture. Touches such as brick accent walls and old-school lighting elements uphold the classic character.