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The Hotel Zags PortlandvsThe Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Benson Hotel scores significantly better than Hotel Modera. Benson Hotel comes in at 89 with recommendations from 13 sources such as Rough Guide, Jetsetter and Star Service.
The Hotel Zags Portland
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Fodor's
Star Service
Gayot
Not For Tourists
goop
Condé Nast Traveler
515 SW Clay St, Portland, OR 97201
From $101/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The Modera is sexy and stylish, and its garden courtyard, with a living wall of greenery, is one of the prettiest hotel spaces in downtown Portland." Full review
Lonely Planet "New, slick and almost futuristic-looking hotel with attractive front courtyard boasting a living wall of native plants." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Hotel Modera is an attractive, upscale hotel in downtown Portland." Full review
Fodor's "Decorated with local artwork, sleek, contemporary furnishings, and wood and marble accents, this boutique property is at once accessible and sophisicated." Full review
Star Service "Owners and architects repurposed this hotel's original 1960s bones—rectilinear design, cantilevered eyebrows above the windows, big courtyard—adding a touch of present-day glamour." Full review
Gayot "The 174-room boutique Hotel Modera is an ideal addition to forward-thinking Portland, a city well known for its earth-friendly edge, its relaxed style and its artsy, urban vibe."
Not For Tourists "Gorgeously refurbished hotel a short walk to the cultural district."
goop "Well-equipped with a round-the-clock gym and in-room work spaces for business travelers, the downtown location...generously sized rooms, and plentiful outdoor spaces make this a great home-base." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Formerly the Hotel Modera.
" Full review
The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide Star Service
Michelin Guide
Forbes Travel Guide Frommer's Gayot Fodor's Show All Reviews
309 Southwest Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
From $113/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
OysterUpscale
"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
