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The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by HiltonvsHilton Portland Downtown
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Benson Hotel scores significantly better than Hilton Portland Downtown. Benson Hotel comes in at 89 with endorsements from 13 publications such as Michelin Guide, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Travel + Leisure
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309 Southwest Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
From $113/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
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"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
Hilton Portland Downtown DK Eyewitness Fodor's Star Service Gayot
921 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
From $112/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness "This full-service hotel in the center of downtown is a favorite of business travelers, conventioneers, and tourists."
Fodor's "Encompassing two buildings—a main building and a newer, more upscale tower—this gargantuan complex offers luxurious bedrooms and a convenient location." Full review
Star Service "In a prime downtown location, close to the Center for the Performing Arts and shopping, across from the Heathman Hotel, this is the Rose City's biggest and best commercial blockbuster." Full review
Gayot "Pioneer Square, also known as Portland's living room, is the heart of downtown."
