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Good PDX downtown hotel
Have never stayed in a PDX hotel downtown - I usually stay in the suburbs - but I wanted to treat...
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Sharu
- Mar 19, 2012
Great location and courteous staff
The hotel was in a great location. Walking distance to Powell's Bookstore, the food trucks, you...
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Superchauffeur
- Mar 10, 2012
Elegant hotel provides luxury and class in downtown Portland
Located in a 1909 building, the stately Governor Hotel provides an elegant lodging experience. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places and the hotel is the recipient of the AAA Four-Diamond award. The newly remodeled rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi, plush linens and a pillow top bed. Suites include penthouse options with terraces that offer a gorgeous city view. The Governor Hotel also houses a Starbucks and Jake's Grill, an upscale restaurant offering fresh Northwest cuisine.The Governor Hotel Rooms
- Superior Queen
- Newly refurbished guest rooms with European contemporary accents. Room amenities include bathrobes, pillow-top mattresses, dial-up and wireless Internet access, dual-line phones, cable TV with premium channels and pay movies, minibars, recycling boxes, and coffee makers. 24-hour room service and complimentary shoe shines.
- Superior King
- Newly refurbished guest rooms with European contemporary accents. Room amenities include bathrobes, pillow-top mattresses, dial-up and wireless Internet access, dual-line phones, cable TV with premium channels and pay movies, minibars, recycling boxes, and coffee makers. Hotel staff delivers daily newspapers to guestrooms and provide 24-hour room service and complimentary shoe shines.
- Deluxe Two Doubles
- Spacious, light-filled rooms featuring two double beds, comfortable work spaces, and luxuriously appointed arm chairs - perfect for reading and relaxing. All 3 of the Double Bedded rooms afford guests plenty of natural light and exciting views of bustling downtown Portland.
- Junior Suite
- Oversized corner rooms, offering a king sized bed and gas fireplace and small sitting area. Perfect for that special occasion or honeymoon! Also offers two bright windows that overlook downtown Portland and open to fresh air.
- Parlor Suite
- Parlor Suites are spacious, light-filled: two room suite featuring one king-size bed, attached living room (which can be closed for privacy), and great views of bustling downtown Portland.
- Deluxe King
- Light, over-sized rooms featuring king-size beds and comfortable sitting areas. Each of the Deluxe Rooms offer unique and charming views of downtown Portland
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Portland, OR
- Nearby airports
- Portland International
- Area description
- Many recreational activities are available on the nearby riverfront and in city parks. Recreational activities (fees may apply): golf-driving range, ice skating, shopping, aerobics, basketball, hiking/biking trails, golfing, boating, rowing or canoeing, running track/path, bicycle rentals, and fishing.
Amenities
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Wireless Internet
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The Governor provides 22,000 square feet of the most elegant function space in the region. Modeled after rooms in Italian palaces, each of the 13 meeting rooms offers ceiling heights of almost 20 feet and windows that open to fresh Northwest air. The hotel can accommodate groups of 10 to 600.
Dining
- Jake's Grill
- Downtown restaurant located in hotel's east wing. Brass-and-mahogany bar; carved wood columns; old photos; mounted wild game. "Dome Room" features eight-foot stained-glass dome. American Grill cuisine includes seafood, steaks, and specialty desserts. Room service available 24 hours. Open daily.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (92)
Ratings and reviews for The Governor Hotel
- All travelers (92) 4.3 / 5
- Business (20) 4.4 / 5
- Couples (43) 4.4 / 5
- Families (10) 4.5 / 5
- Friends (6) 3.8 / 5
- Singles (8) 3.8 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Paul Anthony
Over rated and dirty
I booked this hotel 3 months ago when it was touted as a 4 star hotel, offering a suite with a fireplace for a $100 special rate. On arrival, the desk did not have my reservation, and I was booked into a small businessman's room where the coffee pot was kept in the closet and patrons had to find a place to plug it in, the rugs were dirty, the porcelain basin in the bathroom cracked and dirty, and outlets sparked when I plugged in my laptop, causing it to crash. To add insult to injury, the coffee shop chain downstairs which name will remain unmentionable offered sandwiches but had no salt or pepper for same. This did not cause the counter staff any problems however as a cool indifference befitting the unmentionable chains' servers attest to. Finally, I don't think I received that discount offered as I left early -- and received no receipts from the desk. By that time, I was so depressed by the experience, I was just happy to get out of there.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
Powell's Books is 3 blocks from the hotel, a wonderful bookstore. Unfortunately, it is 2 blocks from seedy transient hotels you must pass on the way to Powell's. On the other hand, those hotels are only 1 star less than Governor Hotel IMHO.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sharu
Good PDX downtown hotel
Have never stayed in a PDX hotel downtown - I usually stay in the suburbs - but I wanted to treat the girlfriend and wanted to be close to things downtown. This hotel worked well. We got lucky and our room was upgraded from a deluxe to a suite. Parking is a pain - valet is $27 a day and otherwise you have to self-park in the separate lot across the street. Housekeeping arrived early one day - they said they would come back but never did. Without the upgrade it seems a bit overpriced, but you're probably paying for location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Clyde Commons and Stumptown Coffee are just down the block on SW Washington - great places for lunch and joe.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Superchauffeur
Great location and courteous staff
The hotel was in a great location. Walking distance to Powell's Bookstore, the food trucks, you name it. The staff was very courteous and quick to respond to any need. It was so quiet! Starbucks right beside the lobby. We'd stay again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
violet4tampa
nice location
very easy to access anywhere in downtown portland. There is only Valet parking (27usd for overnight guests) for this hotel. Hotel is a bit old.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
the hotrod
the hotrod
would stay there again without hesitation. a great hotel with charm and century old feel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Jakes, great seafood.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
KCCP
Thanks
Everyone was so friendly and went above and beyond to help us! Someone even sent a fax for us!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Deschutes brewery great beer food and atmosphere
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Igor the Grape
Great Value Hotel
This very centrally located landmark hotel is just perfect if you need to be in the middle of downtown. You can walk to lots of places. No need for a car or cab. The price is right. The hotel is old but well maintained. The rooms could be a little brighter but this won't deter from the overall rating.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Jake's Restaurant isn't really in the hotel but connected to it with a great staircase entrance from the hotel lobby. No need to walk if its raining. The food is superb, the bar area and dininig areas are comfortable and the establishment is well attended especially for lunch and dinner....not to mention happy hour.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
j.fro
Fabulous place to stay!
Starting with warm and friendly staff that is more than accomodating to your every need, this hotel takes you back in time to when comfort and care precede all else in hospitality. The hotel is located right in the heart of downtown, allowing easy access to all Portland has to offer. The rooms are comfortable and very well appointed. Size is limited, but fine for a short stay. Jake's Grill, located in the hotel, is an excellent restaurant with great service. Most importantly, the staff is exceptional, meeting every need and expectation!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
hayes
great value downtown
a quick business trip. the hotel was nice and had everything i needed.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
cooper
Beautiful Facility
Nice facility with good staff. Only problem was room service.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
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