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The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by HiltonvsHeathman Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, The Heathman Hotel scores marginally better than Benson Hotel. The Heathman Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 90 with approval from 14 publications such as Lonely Planet, Concierge and Star Service.
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
Heathman Hotel
Concierge
Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Fodor's Star Service Gayot Forbes Travel Guide Oyster Show All Reviews
1001 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Offers guests all the modern amenities that you'd expect of a luxury hotel... has a long-standing affiliation with the arts and boasts an impressive collection of its own."
Lonely Planet "A Portland institution, the Heathman has top-notch services and one of the best restaurants in the city." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Classically styled Italianate property attached to the Concert Hall, with Art Deco interiors and one of the city's best restaurants." Full review
DK Eyewitness "With its Old World charm and proximity to Portland’s cultural district, this handsome 1927 institution is a magnet for visiting musicians and writers."
Rough Guide "This lovely Neoclassical building, with an elegant, teak-panelled interior and much marble and brass, has splendid rooms and suites."
Fodor's "More than deserving of its reputation for quality... this hotel exudes refinement." Full review
Star Service "In the very heart of downtown two blocks from Pioneer Square, this remains the best independent deluxe hotel in the state, a big step up from Portland's other traditional dowagers." Full review
Gayot "Whatever the reason, this classic establishment has a reputation for catering to arty types."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"The Heathman Hotel is one of Portland’s premier boutique hotels, and has been an icon of the city’s skyline for more than eight decades." Full review
OysterUpscale
"One of Portland's best-known and oldest landmark hotels, The Heathman ... is one of the most classically elegant spots to stay in town." Full review
