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4.0 of 5
309 Southwest Broadway, Portland, OR 97205 (Downtown)
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Ranked #17 of 127 hotels in Portland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012
jexthetraveller Melbourne, Australia
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Trip to USA & Canada”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2012

This Hotel is centrally located and very comfortable. The rooms are very good and the bed extremely comfortable. The service down on Ground floor restaurant when we arrived at 9.30pm was very slow and we had to follow up to get our meal. This Hotel is very good and the service from staff apart from the restaurant was excellent.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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January 11, 2013
Thank you very much for your patronage and review. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay and appreciated your comments. We look forward to addressing them and seeing you again in the future!
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Eugene, Oregon
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Weekend away”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2012

We needed a weekend get away. I found the Benson through the the Portland Downtown Hotel site, but then went to their own site and found a deal that was actually better for us. I had booked a King Room. The first room they gave me was an King Suite, but the view wasn't great. The bellman promptly called the desk, and moved me to a regular HUGE king room, with an amazing view. No issues. I picked this over the others because they have Tempur Pedics!!
We had the Stay and Valet package, and ate Breakfast at the Palm Court. Then took a cab to where we needed to go.
ALL staff--the chef, valet staff, bell staff, housekeeping--all were very well trained, attentive and live to please. Great location.

I've stayed a a number of hotels in Portland. Pick this one. Skip the Marriott Waterfront.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Great hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2012

I've stayed at this hotel 3 or 4 times, and I think it's probably my favorite hotel of anywhere. I love it. Rooms are nice, comfortable, clean, lobby is great. Nice breakfast buffet. And there are so many restaurants within a very short walk.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Silverton, Colorado, United States
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“Wonderful backdrop to visit family”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2012

I usually stay in chain hotels, but for a few dollars more this was a delighful experience.
I had arrived prior to the usual 4pm check in time. The desk was flexible and said they would call me when a room was ready. The concierge relieved me of my bags so I could go to lunch. I stepped out to eat at Portlands iconic food carts. Soon the desk called with a room. The Benson is a great hub from which to explore Portland. Nice to be surrounded by elegance and an attentive staff.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Salem, Oregon
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“Benson is everything I imagined”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2012

I grew up in Portland, but never stayed at the Benson. Now, at age 65, I finally had the opportunity to stay there for the first time, and gladly took it! It was everything I had thought it would be for all those years. It is what a fine hotel should be. Elegant grace combined with a first rate staff, and you have the makings of a wonderful experience. The room was large, the bed, very comofrtable, and the small amenities, plentiful. Thank you, Benon, for a wonderful stay, and we will be back!

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Benson Hotel

Address: 309 Southwest Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
Region: United States > Oregon > Portland > Downtown
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
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Ranked #17 of 127 hotels in Portland
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Classic Landmark Hotel located in heart of business & financial district. ... more   less 
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