Portland is one of the true gems of Pacific Northwest. The city is overflowing with attractive green spaces, diverse dining, and an eclectic music scene. Outdoor spots such as Washington Park and Portland Japanese Garden are top-rated attractions here. For indoor enticements, head to Oregon Museum of Science and Industry or Portland Art Museum - the oldest museum in Pacific Northwest. If you want to add an extra layer of wonder to your Oregon adventure, opt for staying in an accommodation with a past. To find more such spots, check out our list of the top historic hotels in Portland, Oregon.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) properties with historic significance, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 24, 2025.
1. Hotel Lucia (from USD 145)
Boasting Early Commercial architecture, Hotel Lucia has undergone many name changes over its more than 100-year existence. It was originally called Imperial Hotel back in 1909 when it was expanded from an existing adjacent hotel built by German immigrant and successful entrepreneur, Phil Metschan. Early on, this hotel was an appealing gathering destination for cattle ranchers arriving from eastern Oregon.
Hotel Lucia was placed on National Register of Historic Places in 2003 and showcases the largest selection of black-and-white photography on the globe.
Hotel Lucia
1.71 km (1.1 mi) from OMSI
2. The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton (from USD 140)
If you enjoy an exciting history lesson and a comfortable stay in grand surroundings, The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton, is the place to be. Constructed in 1913, this hotel is an example of French-Second-Empire-style architecture. This hotel’s interior is awash in opulent bliss from the polished Italian marble floors to the shimmering Austrian crystal chandeliers.
The standout feature is the 12-story Historic Stairwell Museum - a massive, original marble stairwell that displays over 160 vintage photos, age-old tales of the city, and more.
The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
1.79 km (1.2 mi) from OMSI
3. The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown (from USD 151)
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown is a former department store that opened for business in 1912. When it was converted into a hotel a century later, designers were dedicated to retaining the architectural beauty of this cherished building. Kept were the large picture windows, the towering ceilings, and the crisp design lines that complemented the landmark building.
Added to this hotel are stylish furnishings, eclectic decor, and colorful, patterned rugs that make this accommodation shine from every direction.
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
1.56 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
4. Hotel deLuxe (from USD 150)
Hotel deLuxe has always had glamour sewn into its DNA. Originally called Hotel Mallory when it was commissioned in 1912, this historic hotel featured elite rooms with high quality in mind. It features a ballroom with an orchestra pit and a billiard room featuring liquor-filled crystal decanters and smooth-tasting cigars.
A renovation in the 2000s revamped the hotel into a salute to the Golden Age of Hollywood, and the name was changed to Hotel deLuxe. This remodeling boasts a captivating art deco-inspired brilliance blended with contemporary art and a curated photography collection.
Hotel deLuxe
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from OMSI
5. The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland (from USD 313)
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland, offers a long and intriguing history. This 1909 terracotta-glazed structure was a flagship department store and headquarters to very successful retailers Aaron Meier and Sigmund Frank. Hollywood legend Clark Gable worked at the store before he made it big and this building installed the first escalator in the city. This 15-level space was even home to the retailer partner’s radio station.
In the 2000s, the building was converted into a deluxe hotel - with the original exterior remaining untouched. The interior is a lovely mix of vintage and contemporary styles.
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
1.5 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
6. The Heathman Hotel (from USD 165)
Added to National Register of Historic Places in 1984, The Heathman Hotel is an ideal place for not only history buffs but artistic types. Opening for business in 1927, this hotel has been a prized fixture in Portland. The extraordinary library is a showpiece of this historic lodging plus, during the 1980s refurbishment, The Heathman Hotel acquired 250 authentic paintings, photographs, and more from US artists, particularly regional creatives.
Fans of Andy Warhol can view his lithographs displayed on most floors and one guest room’s interior design is a celebration of the avant-garde artist.
Heathman Hotel
1.52 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
7. Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown (from USD 154)
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown, originally named Multnomah Hotel after the indigenous Chinook tribe, is a treasured accommodation that’s been in existence for more than a century. This historic hotel is the brainchild of businessman Phillip Gevurtz. Gevurtz wanted to build a lavish lodging that serviced the influx of new travelers arriving in the city after Portland’s celebration of the Lewis and Clark Expedition centennial in 1905.
This hotel was rare for its time because it included a cutting-edge heating system, freshly produced ice water, and purified air. There was even a tearoom that was Portland’s first smoking space for females.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown
1.6 km (1.0 mi) from OMSI
8. Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland, an IHG Hotel (from USD 141)
With a pioneering spirit that guided Oregon’s groundbreaking forefathers, Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland, an IHG Hotel, is committed to that same attitude by creating a vibrant, hip atmosphere in this historic and pretty red-brick structure. If you love vino, eclectic surroundings, and fun amenities, this is the go-to destination.
Soak in a rooftop hot tub, challenge friends to shuffleboard, or sample the latest merlot in the marble-adorned wine bar in the lobby.
Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland by IHG
1.71 km (1.1 mi) from OMSI
9. Sentinel Hotel (from USD 189)
Considered one of the boldest and most innovative structures in the city, Sentinel Hotel is a masterwork of architecture. It boasts Viennese-influenced Early Modern components and altered Arts and Crafts styles. This fabled hotel was initially situated in a pair of historic early 20th-century buildings in Portland’s downtown area - the former Seward Hotel and Elks Lodge.
Filled with grandeur inside and outside, Sentinel Hotel captured the attention of director Gus Van Sant - who shot scenes of the 1991 movie My Own Private Idaho here.
Sentinel Hotel
1.91 km (1.2 mi) from OMSI
10. McMenamins Crystal Hotel (from USD 129)
McMenamins Crystal Hotel is a 100-year-old flatiron beauty situated in the city’s West End area. McMenamins Crystal Hotel is intimately linked to the neighboring Crystal Ballroom - where musical performances have occurred for over a century. Every guest room’s decor here is inspired by shows presented in the age-old ballroom. Rooms are replete with lavishly colored walls, dreamy black velvet drapery, vibrant animal-print upholstery, and more.
A hotel highlight is the luxurious, salt-based soaking pool in a quirky setting. Guests receive a discounted rate for any Crystal Ballroom show.
McMenamins Crystal Hotel
2.09 km (1.3 mi) from OMSI
Revel in the history of Portland
Portland lures visitors for many reasons. One of its underrated charms is its vintage accommodations that ooze a tantalizing vibe. Get a peek into Portland’s history by staying at one of these terrific historic hotels mentioned above and your Oregon escape is sure to be unforgettable.
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