The Benson Hotel

• Overview
• Reviews

• • Portland's Grand Hotel Since 1912

  The Benson Hotel in Portland has graciously welcomed celebrities, CEO's and U.S. presidents. Now it's your turn to discover the timeless beauty of our AAA Four-Diamond landmark, featuring Italian marble floors, Austrian crystal chandeliers and Circassian walnut paneling from Russia.
  
  
  Beyond our front doors, the city's best attractions await you. The Benson Hotel's convenient location puts you within easy walking distance of restaurants, theaters, the Pearl District, Pioneer Courthouse Square, and Portland's Classical Chinese Gardens. The MAX light rail and downtown trolley system are just a few blocks away.
  
  
  Location:
  
  
  Portland combines stunning natural beauty with a wonderful array of shops, restaurants and cultural opportunities. Stroll through one of the city's glorious gardens. Shop to your heart's content (tax-free) at Nordstrom or Pioneer Place mall. View the latest exhibits at the Portland Art Museum, followed by a symphony or opera performance. Or venture to Mt. Hood, the Oregon Coast or Willamette Wine Country -all less than two hours away.\n\nThe Benson Hotel prides itself on its impeccable service and attention to detail. If you have any special requests, please don't hesitate to ask.
  
  
  Amenities:
  
  
  All 287 smoke-free guest rooms and suites include:
  
  
  * TV with Cable, HBO, Pay-Per-View Movies, and Nintendo
  * Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access
  * Two Dual-Line Speakerphones with Data Port and Personal Voicemail
  * Clock Radio with MP3 IPod Dock
  * Large work desk
  * USA Today Weekday Newspaper Delivery
  * Honor Bar
  * Coffee Maker, Caffe Appassionato and Tazo Tea
  * Iron and Ironing Board
  * Hair Dryer
  * Organic Bamboo Robes and Slippers
  * Umbrella
  * 24-Hour Room Service from the London Grill
  
  
  Guest Conveniences:
  
  
  * Complimentary Coffee and Newspapers in the Lobby
  * Complimentary High-Speed Internet Access
  * Hotel Safe Deposit Boxes Located at the Front Desk
  * Notary Service (A Nominal Fee Applies)
  * Pets Are Welcome (A $25 Non-Refundable Fee per Room Applies)
  * Smoke-Free Environment
  * Wake-Up and Turn-Down Service upon Request
  
  
  Les Clefs d'or USA Concierge Service:
  
  
  Whether you require tickets to a Trailblazers game, last-minute dinner reservations, or personal shopping assistance, you can count on the dedicated service of our highly experienced Les Clefs d'Or USA concierge
  
  
  Business Center - 24 Hours a Day
  
  
  Dry Cleaning & Shoe Shine
  
  
  Valet Parking - $29 per Night

  

  Tips

  • When to Go
    Be sure to sample from Benson's Sunday brunch buffet from 9:30am to 2pm. The London Grill's buffet lunch is from 11:30am to 2pm, Monday through Friday.
    
  • Know Before You Go
    Traveling with your pooch? For $75, the Benson Buddies package includes food and water dishes, a luxurious pet bed, a copy of Dog Nose News and yummy treats.
    
  • The Extras
    Check out the hotel's restaurant, the London Grill.
    

• Customer Reviews

  

  disappoinyed

  Reviewed by jaclab
  7/5/2010
  

  for the last five years me and my husband and children been spending birthdays, anniversaries at the Benson Hotel but with the last experienced we had this year we will never go back at the Benson Hotel.With a big surprised when we…

  Pros: wrinkled sheets,moldy tiles Cons: motel 6 is better

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  Poor brunch service

  Reviewed by lizzardb
  3/30/2010
  

  My hubby, 12 yo and infant strolled down to the hostess podium and waited about 4 minutes before someone acknowledged us. The host asks if we have reservations and I informed him we did not. He informed us it was brunch and we said that…

  Cons: Poor service and communication skills

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  Overrated, Overpriced

  Reviewed by tommymc59
  10/30/2009
  

  I recently had out-of-town visitors - as my loft is too small to accommodate them, I reserved two rooms at the Benson Hotel for them to stay in. These are dear friends of mine and I wanted them close to me and I wanted them to be…

  Pros: Nice lobby and location Cons: Small rooms, stuffy service, poor value

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