The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by HiltonvsDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Benson Hotel scores significantly higher than DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland. Benson Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 89 with approval from 13 reviews including Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton Show All Reviews
309 Southwest Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
From $113/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upscale
"The Benson is a landmark hotel with the classic elegance and grandeur of a historic property." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This 14-story hotel with brick siding dates to 1913 in downtown Portland, featuring premium century-old elements like Italian marble, Austrian crystal chandeliers, and Russian walnut." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1912 by noted lumber baron and philanthropist Simon Benson, this stately hotel is filled with marble and polished Russian walnut details."
Rough Guide
"The spot for visiting dignitaries and celebs, this classy hotel has a superb walnut-panelled 1912 lobby, and a wide range of rooms, suites and penthouses with modern appointments."
Star Service
"This is a funkier version of Raffles but without the palm trees, a little more rain, and less attention to detail. " Full review
Michelin Guide
"Lumber baron Simon Benson completed this grand hotel in 1913, and its opulence has endured."
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The majestic Benson was designed and built to be the first world-class hotel west of the Mississippi River, and it remains one of Portland’s premier establishments today." Full review
Frommer's
"Built in 1912, The Benson exudes old-world sophistication and elegance." Full review
Gayot
"This is considered Portland's classiest hotel, and it's valued as a local treasure. Whatever your needs, this hotel sets out to meet them."
Fodor's
"The Benson has hosted most every president since it opened in 1913." Full review
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland
1000 NE Multnomah Street, Portland, OR 97232
From $75/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This bustling, business hotel maintains a huge traffic in meetings and special events, especially during the summer." Full review
Star Service
"If you take away its carbon credits and recycling awards, you still have one of the top addresses for busy convention goers in the city. And the accommodations are better than the usual Doubletree dig." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland is a busy business hotel within walking distance of the Oregon Convention Center and Moda Center." Full review
Gayot
"Reliable comfort, convenient location and loads of conference goers."