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Portland Marriott Downtown WaterfrontvsMark Spencer Hotel
Both Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront and Mark Spencer Hotel are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Mark Spencer Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront. Mark Spencer Hotel comes in at #16 in Portland with endorsements from 6 sources including Oyster, Lonely Planet and Gayot.
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's
Star Service
Gayot
Not For Tourists
1401 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97201
From $127/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "This riverside high-rise features modern facilities and a soothing white-on-white decor. Renovated floor to ceiling in 2007, rooms are clean, plush, and comfortable."
Fodor's "The large rooms at this 16-floor, corporate-focused Marriott are decorated in off-whites; the best ones face east, with a view of the Willamette River and the Cascade mountains." Full review
Star Service "This no-nonsense hotel is a perennial favorite of groups and conventions, as much for its copious meeting facilities as its parklike location facing the river. " Full review
Gayot "This high-rise classic is located right across the street from Tom McCall Waterfront Park, home to numerous summer events and great paths for morning runs."
Not For Tourists "Tops with businessmen and visitors to July's Waterfront Blues Festival."
Mark Spencer Hotel Fodor's Star Service Gayot
Oyster
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
409 SW 11th Ave., Portland, OR 97205
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "This family-owned hotel, centrally located near Powell's Books, is one of the best values in town and the rooms, which all have full kitchenettes, are clean and comfortable." Full review
Star Service "The perks keep coming here, with comps including breakfast, wireless Internet, afternoon tea and evening happy hour with wine and snacks." Full review
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Be sure to request a new room, as a few oldies are still in the mix.
Gayot "It is a favorite for locals who need to ditch the in-laws, escape a remodel or separate from a spouse."
OysterMid-Range
"Historical charm, boutique design, and prime location are blended with Portland spirit at this three-pearl hotel downtown." Full review
Frommer's "This is a good hotel for extended stays—and for families, as the suites have nice little working kitchens...the staff here is pleasant and professional, and the location is central to downtown" Full review
Lonely Planet "A no-nonsense downtown option is this simple yet refined choice, hosting spacious rooms, most with kitchens" Full review
