Sentinel
614 SW 11th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205-2624
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#25 of 215 hotels in Portland
Location
4.8
Cleanliness
4.7
Service
4.6
Value
4.3
Travelers' Choice
Sentinel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Portland, offering a boutique environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Rooms at Sentinel provide a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. In addition, while staying at Sentinel guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, room service, and a concierge. You can also enjoy a fitness center and breakfast. Need a place to park? There is paid private parking available nearby. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Pioneer Courthouse Square (0.2 mi) and Portland Center Stage at The Armory (0.2 mi), guests of Sentinel Portland can easily experience some of Portland's most well known attractions. Travelers looking to enjoy some schnitzel can head to Higgins Restaurant and Bar, Tasty n Alder, or Swiss Hibiscus. Otherwise, you may want to check out an Indian restaurant such as Bollywood Theater, East India Co., or Maruti Indian Restaurant. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Pearl District (0.4 mi), International Rose Test Garden (1.1 mi), or Portland Japanese Garden (1.2 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. Enjoy your stay in Portland!
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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Car hire
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Wine / champagne
Nightclub / DJ
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
24-hour security
Baggage storage
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24-hour front desk
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Classic
Historic Hotel
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English
Location
614 SW 11th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205-2624
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My recent stay at the Sentinel Hotel was excellent. The staff, especially the valet team, were consistently friendly and efficient, making every interaction pleasant. The room comfort was a standout feature - the bed was extremely comfortable, and the white noise machine was a thoughtful addition that ensured a good night's sleep. The hot shower and the in-room fireplace were perfect for relaxation. Overall, a great experience marked by professional service and excellent amenities. Can't wait to visit Portland and the Sentinel again.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Great location for a short walk to Powell's Bookstore.
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From the front door reception with help unloading our luggage to Reception desk to our Room! Exceptional friendly service!! We were treated with such lovely and unexpected gifts of flowers, chocolates, bubbly for our 2 night stay celebrating my husband’s and my birthday’s!🥳 (86 and 73!! ) We requested a specific type of room and we got it! Our every whim was catered to… including breakfast room service! Our heartfelt thanks to all of ‘Paige’s’ 😉 Concierge’s!! You ALL went the ‘extra mile’ for a couple of Seniors! We felt very looked after, loved and very special! Thank you for making our time with you so memorable! ❤️🥳🎄😘
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from A H, Other at Sentinel
Responded Dec 12, 2022
Dear Janet, It was our pleasure to treat you like royalty! We are indeed known for our five-star service, and we are delighted to know this showed throughout your stay. We love helping our guests celebrate milestone events, and we are glad you and your husband could enjoy our treats as you toasted his birthday. Please join us again in downtown Portland the next time you are in need of a little more pampering! Warm regards, William Strickland, Director of Guest Services
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Lovely hotel, interior decor is amazing and room was spotlessly clean. The room itself was slightly on the small side and could benefit from some space next to the sink for toiletries. Mine were on the floor. We had a room on a high floor with a terrace which again was lovely and access to a lounge with snacks. The drinks cabinet was empty though a couple of times we went in. Just minor points and I would happily stay here again
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Fantastic rooms, very clean and cute. Requested champagne and flowers for arrival and everything was perfect. Comfortable bed, fireplace was an amazing addition that made it feel like home. Very friendly staff and a great hotel. Will definitely stay here again
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The hotel is good and clean. People are nice and kind. Generally the hotel is good and good hospitality is good I will recommend someone to come to the hotel. The food is good with enough varieties given the culture.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Include women in your employees
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Good location for exploring the west side, just be aware that you’ll need to get a bus/cab if you want to do anything across the river. Staff very friendly on check in and good throughout. Nice complimentary snack/coffee bar for the suites. Room was clean but a little tired decor wise. Overall great place.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from A H, Other at Sentinel
Responded Oct 27, 2023
Dear Anthony, Thank you for joining us in Portland, and we're glad you found our location to be ideal for exploring the sights of the west side. It was a pleasure to welcome you warmly, and we're glad you stopped in at The Room at the End of the Hall for some snacks from time to time. We hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, William Strickland, Director of Guest Services
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Although Portland is a strange city (for better or for worse), this hotel was well appointed, (love the bathrobe), and absolutely gorgeous. The hotel staff was young and agreeable, super helpful and friendly. The bed was beyond comfortable, and the bathroom has a deep bath that I enjoyed immensely.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from A H, Other at Sentinel
Responded Oct 26, 2023
Greetings Donna, What a treat to find your five-star endorsement waiting for us! We are delighted you found your room to be well-appointed and our team to be welcoming and helpful. We are glad you made use of our deep bathtubs, and we hope to host you again in Portland one day. Warm regards, William Strickland, Director of Guest Services
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Returned 30 years after marrying here. It was so nice to go down memory lane. The staff was helpful, accommodations were comfortable and the location is great. Jake's Grill (the restaurant inhouse) treated us very well.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from A H, Other at Sentinel
Responded Sep 28, 2023
Dear Wendy, Thank you for treating yourself! It was such a pleasure to have you back at our historic institution in the city after so many years, and we're glad you could see all that our building has become as Sentinel! We're glad you dined at Jake's during your stay, and we hope to host you again before so much time has passed! Warmly, William Strickland, Director of Guest Services
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We booked an Executive Queen Terrace for exactly that, the terrace. The terrace is shabby and filthy and the gas firepit didn't work. Clearly a member of staff had realised there was a problem and just left it until someone complained. When we presented at Reception to ask them to send a cleaner up to the terrace (which clearly had not been cleaned for quite some time), staff were sceptical until I showed them the pictures of debris, dirt and BROKEN GLASS. We returned some hours later to find that cleaning staff had done the bare minimum- they had removed the broken glass hazard but left the dirt and debris. Absolutely disgraceful and disgusting for $280 per night. The hotel is surrounded by homeless people and in a very shady area of town. The room at the end of the hall isn't worth it - it had one can of San Pellegrino in its fridge over 24 hrs. Poor value from a city that should be striving to attract custom. Dirty breakfast trays in corridors at 1630 hrs. Stay in Woodstock - much nicer. The staff here show poor judgment. …
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Stay out of town. This place is threatening and dangerous.
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Response from A H, Other at Sentinel
Responded Sep 28, 2023
Dear KatieDuncs, We are sorry to learn of your disappointment, and we apologize for any oversight in ensuring your terrace was made ready for your arrival. We look forward to connecting with you further regarding this matter while you are still with us, so we can make this right. We have noted your feedback on The Room at the End of the Hall, which should serve as a welcome oasis for guests needing a moment to escape the bustle of the city, and we hope we can earn your higher approval before your departure. Kindly, William Strickland, Director of Guest Services
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The staff is friendly. The rooms are nicely decorated and super clean. There is an all-day room service menu from the restaurant downstairs. Good restaurants are walking distance from the hotel, as is shopping and Powell’s books. There are homeless people around, but we did not find them to be aggressive. A nice hotel if you are in Portland for short visit.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: There are homeless people around, but we found none to be aggressive. Best to not walk the area...
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Response from A H, Other at Sentinel
Responded Sep 19, 2023
Greetings Sujata, Thank you for sharing your glowing review with our team! We are glad you were met with our customary warm welcome, and that you found your room to be nicely appointed and clean. We love that you took advantage of our all-day room service menu as well as explored the many dining possibilities nearby. Please remember us the next time you travel to Portland for a visit! Warm regards, William Strickland, Director of Guest Services
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PRICE RANGE
$184 - $250 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
governor hotel portland oregon
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
The Governor Hotel
LOCATION
United StatesOregonPortlandDowntown
NUMBER OF ROOMS
100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sentinel
Which popular attractions are close to Sentinel?
Nearby attractions include Powell's City of Books (0.2 miles), Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall (0.3 miles), and Portland Center Stage at The Armory (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Sentinel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Sentinel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Sentinel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mucca Osteria, Cheryl's on12th, and Southpark Seafood.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Sentinel?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center during their stay.
Is Sentinel located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the center of Portland.
Are any cleaning services offered at Sentinel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Sentinel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Sentinel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Sentinel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Portland Center Stage at The Armory (0.2 miles), Old Church (0.4 miles), and Japanese American Historical Plaza (0.7 miles).