I am spending a weekend at the Benson. I usually prefer W-type hotels to grand dames, but I am staying here with a group of colleagues. The lobby is old world elegant and inviting at the same time. I requested a very quiet room, and in my tenth floor room overlooking a wall I can hear my heart beat. The bed is VERY comfortable. I would prefer brighter lighting in the room, but that is my only complaint. Powells and VooDoo donuts are close by.

I live in Eugene and my daughter lives in Seattle, so we decided to meet in PDX to do some shopping and visit. The Benson is in a great location if you are interested in being downtown. Powell's Bookstore is a couple blocks away, as well as some great places to eat. The service at The Benson was top-notch. The room was clean and comfortable. Parking is a nuisance;there is a lot just south of the hotel that was reasonable.

This place was awesome. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Great place to stay. The hotel was within walking distance to everything one would like to seen in Portland. Great deal on breakfast and the food was as it should be. Delicious!

A beautiful older hotel with all of the grandeur that implies. Located in the heart of downtown, the service was very good and the room was very large and well-appointed. Free wi-fi was available. A good place for a business traveler. Valet parking was easy but expensive, and there is somewhat cheaper parking across the street.