Portland is cool. Portland is hip. Portland is stylish and trendy. Portland is also undeniably eco-friendly. In fact, it’s one of the greenest cities in the United States. We’re not quite sure why, exactly. It must be the Pacific Northwest location—so wild and sprawling and green. But surely, the collective mindset of the people who live here plays a big factor as well. If not for their cooperation and initiatives, Portland wouldn’t be the eco-friendly city we know today.
And eco-friendly Portland really is, from the shops and retail spaces to the tourism industry and practices. So, it comes as no surprise that this city has one of the highest numbers of LEED-certified hotels in the country. In this post, let’s take a look at the best green hotels in Portland, Oregon.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and the property's commitment towards eco-conscious practices. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 03, 2024.
1. The Heathman Hotel (from USD 108)
Exceptional pricing for spacious, clean rooms in a prime downtown location.
Library, French press coffee, valet parking, and complimentary morning coffee.
Perfectly situated in the heart of downtown with easy access to attractions and public transportation.
Delicious restaurant offerings, though some found the menu prices to be a bit steep.
There is no arguing that The Heathman Hotel is one of Portland’s most distinguished accommodations. It’s housed in a 1920s building, opulent in bearing, oozing with class. What most people don’t know is many of the features of The Heathman Hotel are eco-friendly. Take the walls and floors of the hotel, for example—they’re all recycled! This hotel is also well-lit using LED lighting fixtures. Showers are wonderfully refreshing and green at guest bathrooms, thanks to the low-flow showers and faucets.
The eco-friendly initiatives don’t stop there. You can treat yourself to a scrumptious meal with all the food made with local and organic ingredients. Most of all, approximately 72% of the waste you’ll produce during your stay will be recycled or composted.
Heathman Hotel
Address: 1001 SW Broadway
1.52 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
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2. DoubleTree by Hilton Portland (from USD 118)
DoubleTree by Hilton Portland is another one of Portland’s standard-bearers for green hotels. You can enjoy your holiday, knowing you’re using only Green Seal-certified products. You also don’t need to go outside the hotel to enjoy the best seasonal produce from the Pacific Northwest. DoubleTree by Hilton Portland happily prepares all their in-house meals using organic products, all locally sourced.
These are just a couple of their eco-friendly practices, which, as a whole, have earned DoubleTree by Hilton Portland numerous accolades. In 2006, they earned the Green Seal Certified label, making them the first hotel west of the Mississippi River to have it. From 2015 to 2017, they won the Sustainability at Work Award. In 2016, they earned TripAdvisor’s Green Leader Silver Award as well as their Level 4 certification from Green Key.
DoubleTree by Hilton Portland
Address: 1000 Northeast Multnomah Street
2.64 km (1.7 mi) from OMSI
3. The Nines (from USD 269)
The Nines is another paragon of sustainable and environmentally sound practices in Portland’s hotel industry. This establishment is all about eco-friendly luxury, even boasting a LEED Silver certification.
All the energy that the hotel uses are renewable power. The Nines also saves up to 500,000 gallons of water every year, thanks to their efficient water plumbing system. The Nines also serves a seasonal menu, highlighting the best organic produce the region as to offer each new time of the year. You can pamper yourself using BeeKindTM bath and body products, all of which use paper bottles which are 59% less in packaging material weight. Each room is also prepared and cleaned using Green Seal-Certified products.
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
Address: 525 Southwest Morrison
1.5 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
4. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Portland (from USD 92)
Reasonable rates for spacious, uniquely decorated rooms. Valet parking at $50 with friendly staff.
Cool old lobby with daily happy hour, wine tasting, and complimentary infused water. Eclectic decor and spacious, comfortable rooms.
Convenient downtown location near Powell’s and the Pearl District. Close to restaurants and shops.
Great dining experiences at the hotel's restaurant with delicious brunch and dinner options. Complimentary pastries, coffee in the morning, and wine in the afternoon.
It’s undeniable—Kimpton Hotel Monaco Portland is one of the city’s most stylish eco-friendly hotels. It’s also one of the best accommodations in the Pacific Northwest, racking up tons of awards from Architectural Digest, Conde Nast Traveler, and many others. But for now, let’s focus on what Kimpton Hotel Monaco Portland is doing for the environment.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Portland prides itself on its high level of social and environmental responsibility. In fact, the Kimpton Hotel chain is the first-ever hotel brand to be certified by the Green Key Eco-rating Program. They have a couple of initiatives and programs in place, as well as partnerships with likeminded organizations. For instance, they’re linked with Clean The World, which is advocates recycling unused hygienic products and donating them to communities who need them the most. Our favorite eco-friendly amenity at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Portland, however, is the free public bike you can use to explore Portlandia! It’s the best way to see the city while lessening your carbon footprint.
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
Address: 506 SW Washington St
1.56 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
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5. Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland (from USD 135)
One publication once wrote about Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland, “every day is Earth Day at Hotel Vintage,” and we couldn’t agree more. It is part of the Kimpton Hotel brand, which, if you remember, was the first chain to be recognized by Green Key Eco-Rating. Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland is ranked as the 6th best hotel in Portland, and its environment-friendly practices are part of the many reasons why they deserve the accolade.
Each guest room is treated with tender green housekeeping using non-toxic cleaning products. All your naps and deep sleep with be comfier, knowing you’re slumbering on an eco-friendly mattress. The key card issued to you, including the one that accesses the fitness center, are both made of recyclable materials. They also offer incentives to guests. For instance, you can receive a $5 credit each day you refuse the laundry or turndown service offered.
Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland, an IHG Hotel
Address: 422 SW Broadway
1.72 km (1.1 mi) from OMSI
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6. Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel (from USD 167)
The third Kimpton Hotel on this list is none other than RiverPlace. Inspired by waterfront lodges, this is a tranquil and refined escape from the young and frenetic energy of Portland. This is a Certified Green Key accommodation with a bevy of eco-friendly and sustainable procedures in place. Like the other hotels in the portfolio, this hotel manages its waste, minimizes its environmental impact, and conserves tons of water and energy each year—all without sacrificing the luxurious Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel experience.
Kimpton Riverplace Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Address: 1510 S Harbor Way
732 meters (0.5 ft) from OMSI
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7. Hilton Portland Downtown (from USD 149)
Reasonable pricing for downtown Portland, close to cheap parking garages.
Modern and sleek design, comfortable beds, and a fantastic view from higher floors.
Centrally located in downtown Portland, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and heritage sites.
Mixed dining experiences, with a well-designed restaurant/bar area but with long wait times for food and drink orders.
Hilton Portland Downtown proves that simple measures can have a significant impact on your main goal. When it comes to the aim of providing environment-friendly holidays, this establishment is pretty successful. There are too many initiatives to list, but here are some of our favorites.
If you want to go explore the city, no need to hail a cab or ride-share. Hilton Portland Downtown is only a block away from the MAX Light Rail system, the most efficient and eco-friendly mode of public transportation in the city (save for bikes, of course!). Then, there’s the on-site restaurant, Hilton Portland Downtown’s HopCity Tavern. This gastropub was purposely created to showcase Portland’s best—locally produced food products. To do that, Hilton Portland Downtown works with 16 producers (including farmers, bakers, and butchers) and 7 microbreweries, all from the Portland metro area.
Hilton Portland Downtown
Address: 921 Southwest Sixth Avenue
1.46 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
8. Ace Hotel Portland (from USD 100)
Reasonable pricing for a trendy hotel in downtown Portland.
Unique decor highlighting historic features, trendy cafe, and complimentary breakfast with good coffee and pastries.
Convenient downtown location close to shopping, restaurants, and attractions.
Good coffee, pastries, and fruit for breakfast, but limited options for a trendy hotel.
Ace Hotel Portland is not only on-brand with the city’s current image (One of the hip cities of the United States!), it’s also quite a major player when it comes to the local green hotel scene.
Ace Hotel Portland continues the hotel’s practice of reusing and repurposing, from small items and materials to large furniture. The coffee table in the lobby used to be a front door somewhere. Some of the desks at Ace Hotel Portland were also used by the army once upon a time. All wooden furniture and beds were made with wood that’s sustainably farmed and painted with non-toxic paint. You can rest extra easy, knowing your comfy bed is made from all-organic materials. In the bathroom, you can pamper yourself with all-natural skincare products, and once you’ve checked out, they’ll clean the room with all-natural cleaning agents as well.
Ace Hotel Portland
Address: 1022 Southwest Stark Street
1.96 km (1.3 mi) from OMSI
It's cool to be green in Portland!
When you travel to Portland, make sure to stay in one of the city’s green and eco-hotels. Complete your trip by browsing our website—you’ll find tons of eco-friendly things to do in our Portland travel guides!
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