Allison Inn & SpavsKimpton RiverPlace Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel scores significantly better than Allison Inn & Spa. Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel is ranked #7 in Portland with endorsements from 12 sources including Star Service, Oyster and Gayot.
Allison Inn & Spa
2525 Allison Lane, Newberg, OR 97132
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"Guests have complimentary access to the 15,000 sq ft spa's steam room, sauna, solarium lounge, square whirlpool and heated infinity-edge lap pool, which lies under a skylight." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Set amid 35 acres of woods and vineyards, the first destination resort in Oregon's wine country is a sparkling wood-and- stone Northwest contemporary lodge."
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Comfortable, eco-friendly resort on Pinot Noir-planted hillside in Willamette Valley wine country, 45 minutes south of Portland." Full review
Gayot
"Warm Pacific Northwest hospitality welcomes guests in the heart of Oregon wine country."
Afar Magazine
"With its indoor pool and lavish spa, the Allison Inn & Spa is the most comfortable place to recharge between Willamette Valley wine tastings." Full review
The Wall Street Journal
"Surrounded by hundreds of wineries and situated on 35 acres, the Allison Inn & Spa in Oregon’s Willamette Valley presents a fine starting point for an oenophile’s adventure."
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Oyster
Luxury
"77 rooms plus eight suites, all of which have gas fireplaces, large windows with seating, and views of the countryside. Highlights include an elegant spa with 12 treatment rooms, an indoor pool" Full review
Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel Show All Reviews
1510 SW Harbor Way, Portland, OR 97201
From $129/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Portland's only downtown waterfront hotel. This alone would be enough to recommend the hotel, but its quiet boutique-hotel atmosphere would make it an excellent choice even if it weren't on the water." Full review
Insight Guides
"Downtown's only riverfront hotel is set next to the Tom McCall Waterfront Park. The plush modern rooms are decorated in sand tones, and make the most of the wonderful views."
Travel + Leisure
"Designed to resemble a grand Victorian seaside hotel... the waterfront RiverPlace easily has the city’s best Willamette River views." Full review
Fodor's
"This hotel on the banks of the Willamette River captures the look and feel of the Pacific Northwest." Full review
Star Service
"Part of an upscale commercial and residential complex, this conservative refuge offers a livelier location than the condo-warehouse district where the Avalon is situated." Full review
Gayot
"Enhancing Portlandâs scenic mountains and bustling cityscape, the Riverplace Hotel offers a prime location on the Willamette River."
Lonely Planet
"Portland has its share of upscale international chain hotels, but the RiverPlace Hotel is unique."
Jetsetter
"Lodgelike waterfront retreat tucked away from the Portland bustle, with wine happy hours and locavore fare." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A modern, fun and friendly hotel with a choice location on the Willamette River." Full review
goop
"The cool thing about the Riverplace (and what sets it apart from other Portland hotels) is that it’s right along the water, so many of the rooms have great views of the river." Full review