The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by HiltonvsThe Heathman Lodge
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Benson Hotel scores significantly higher than Heathman Lodge. Benson Hotel comes in at #6 in Portland with positive reviews from 13 reviews including DK Eyewitness, Star Service and Gayot.
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
The Heathman Lodge
7801 N.E. Greenwood Drive, Vancouver, WA 98662
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Mountain lodge meets urban chic at this suburban Vancouver hotel adjacent to the Vancouver Mall." Full review
Star Service
"Across the bridge from bustling Portland, Oregon, and just 15 minutes from its airport, this place is a little hard to find but well worth the effort." Full review
Fodor's
"This rustic-chic hotel is marred only by its bland suburban location in Vancouver, Washington." Full review
Gayot
"The local mall may be closer than the nearest ski slope, but visitors to this large lodge wouldn't know it to look at it."
Afar Magazine
"Don’t let Portland’s low-key, outdoorsy-hipster vibe fool you: the Heathman Hotel is as grown-up and refined as they come." Full review