I loved my stay here at the NW Portland hostel. I've been to many hostels around the world, and…read morethis is by far the most calm and peaceful hostel I've been to. They have everything you may need - soap in the shower (bring towels), free water, free social events (cider and wine tastings, city tours, live music), a cafe with food and drinks, and several buildings with rooms. I really appreciated that my 4-bed, all-female room only had me and one other person in it throughout my 4-night stay. I appreciated they don't try to cram the rooms full. I really liked that the bathrooms are private. Each floor has 4 private bathrooms, each with a shower. Each bad has its own bed lamp, charging station, and personal fan. There aren't any bed curtains, though. Staff was friendly and helpful. Location is great and only a 10-20 minute walk into the city. Street parking is available for less than $5 a day. Would choose to come back and stay here again!

It was a great hostel. Large, lots of amenities, and the cafe had good food. The service was great…read moreeverywhere. The front desk people were great and the cafe people were too. The kitchen is too cluttered with people's food. The room was too hot and we couldn't figure out how to cool it down. Those were the only things that kept this place from getting a 5 star.

I did a quick little trip to Portland and need a place downtown near the Roseland Theater. The…read moreSociety Hotel is within 5 minutes walking from there so it was perfect. Its hotel style BUT they also have private rooms you can book with it's own bathroom and super affordable. I didn't the private suite and it was perfect for the one night. The felt desk staff was super friendly both when I checked in and out, the room was clean, super comfy bed and overall loved my stay. The area this hotel is in is a bit sketchy but that's no fault of the hotel, just be aware when walking around especially at night.

The marketing is much better than the actual experience…read more I booked the outdoor dry sauna because the photos and marketing made it look like a polished, relaxing rooftop experience. Unfortunately, the reality was very different. First, prospective visitors should be aware of the immediate surroundings. During my visit, I observed people lingering around the property and what appeared to be drug transactions nearby. I understand that a business can't control everything about its neighborhood, but it directly affected my comfort. I felt uneasy leaving my car parked there, even just for the couple of hours I was there. Once upstairs, the sauna itself was extremely small. I'm not a large person, and I still found it claustrophobic. More concerning were the visible gaps between the wooden boards. I could literally see daylight through the walls. For an outdoor dry sauna in Oregon, that didn't inspire confidence in the construction or upkeep. The shower setup added to the frustration. The hot-water rinse had a chain within reach, but the cold-water control was placed so high that I couldn't reach it at all. There was no call button or clear way to reach an attendant from the rooftop either. So if I had a question, needed assistance, or wanted someone to fix the cold-water pull, I would have had to leave the rooftop and go all the way back down to the lobby. I also couldn't find something as basic as a trash can. The changing and bathroom setup was another surprise. Sauna guests use shared bathroom/changing facilities with guests of the property. I understand that The Society Hotel offers hostel-style accommodations, but as someone who specifically booked the outdoor sauna experience, it wasn't what I expected based on the polished way the experience is marketed. Then there's the rooftop aspect. I expected that being on the rooftop would mean there would be some kind of view or outlook. Instead, privacy fencing blocks the sightline. You can't really look out--you can basically only look up. That was another disappointment compared with the impression I got from the marketing. Finally, the towel-return process stood out in a bad way. I was given a towel at check-in, which I used in the sauna and after showering. There was no bin or designated place that I could find for used towels, so I ended up handing my damp, used towel directly to the front-desk employee, who took it with their bare hands. That made me uncomfortable and seemed like a poor system for handling used linens. It also left me wondering how many guests' used towels employees are handling directly throughout the day. Any one of these things on its own might have been something I could overlook. Taken together--the neighborhood experience, extremely cramped sauna, visible gaps in the sauna walls, inaccessible cold-water control, lack of a way to contact staff, no trash can, shared facilities, blocked rooftop view, and handling of used towels--the entire experience felt haphazard and makeshift rather than relaxing. The concept has potential, and their marketing team does an excellent job presenting it. Unfortunately, the actual experience did not live up to that presentation. I left extremely disappointed and would not return for the outdoor dry sauna.

Bluebird Guesthouse is a wonderful place to stay if you want to drop into the Hawthorne / Division…read moreneighborhood vibe for a few days. Wonderful location on Division, near great eating (pie, pizza, speakeasy, ice cream, and more!) and fun shops (vintage, more vintage, black owned bookstore, and more!). Walking distance to the heart of Hawthorne too! The house itself is like a classic "bed and breakfast" shared house. Baked goods and coffee available all day, fridge space for your leftovers and booze, plus bonus for long stays: you can use the washer and dryer! Cozy nooks for eating, front porch with swing, comfy couch in the parlor. Friendly staff, and friendly fellow guests, & comfy rooms -tho we were in a basement room, not the best view from there. I would definitely seek this guesthouse out if & when we're visiting the area again!

Overall score: 4…read more Customer Service: 5 Location: 5 Parking: 3 Cleanliness: 4 Reservations: 5 Comfort: 4 We stayed last night at this lodging location, while we were visiting the Portland area. We made our reservations a few weeks ago, and the process was seamless and very easy. Everything was contactless and we received an email from the staff on how to access the house. Our email instructions included our room and private bathroom details. The parking situation is very challenging because they don't have on site parking. There is nearby street parking within 1-2 blocks. This lodging is within walking distance to many nearby restaurants, shops, and bars. The rooms are warm and cozy, but not very accessible for handicapped people. Overall our lodging experience was very good and I'm sure we would return for another visit. Tip: Enforce or put a sign in your driveway "Don't Block Driveway" so your guest can at least load bags. Parking is not good at all. I saw others homes in area that had signs stated the obvious. There are alot of steps. Don't stay here if you can't handle stairs or parking issues in this area. Other than that, enjoyed my stay. @glampedlife

Food is fresh cooked. Service is kind and thoughtful…read more Ambience depends on time of day. Thank you for the hard work.

The hotel has 22 very steep stairs with one handrail one the left side ascending through a private…read moreentrance. It's not handicap accessible. Room #1 was very quaint and enough room without bumping into furniture. The bed was soft as were the pillows. We were able to get a good night's sleep. The cafe has a handicap ramp plus separate stairs leading to it. A million hats off to the chef! The food had ample portions and was scrumptious!! The sourdough toast was a delight as you could actually taste the sourdough. It was a perfect pairing with my bacon and eggs. The live music was a bonus! Even though the stairs were daunting, people were friendly, warm, and I can't wait to eat there again!!

A great location, an intriguing old house and great hosts! And Trader Joe's is just down the block…read more Hosts will help you arrange parking permits. Very close to the medical facilities. Absolutely fab restaurants and food trucks in the area.

Such a quaint house & location is great! I happened to found this when I was looking for B&B's…read more I'm surprised there hasn't been other reviews in years! It's truly a gem! The owner was very responsive and if you are looking for a safe place just to sleep while visiting, this is the place. There are 4 rooms available and I took the single bed room. Suited my needs perfectly! I took the metlink from the airport and had no issues! It's also close to bus stops and other rails. I took it all over the city! There are 4 rooms for rent and you share 2.5 bathrooms. I never had any issues using the bathrooms when I needed! Everything was kept clean! There is also a small kitchen area where there are items available. I however did not eat anything since I was eating my way around town! Soo many options and not enough stomach space . There are also lots of food places around the corner as well as a Trader Joe's. Works perfectly! Definitely a gem.

This place was a great find. Ben is such a great host and we met amazing people who were staying…read morethere too. The hostel is homey and a true bread and breakfast since we booked it thru airbnb. They offer food to make for breakfast. There's toiletries if you forget yours, towels and etc. It's such a unique place in a quaint town. I would love to go back.

The host Benito and his parents were simply charming. The home itself is quaint and roomy with…read moreplenty of amenities. Lots of room which could be good for groups of people or individuals who are willing to bunk with others. Definitely would stay again!

Its a very cozy spot and all physical accommodations are perfect. The only 'complaint' is that the…read morefood and drinks in cafe are priced high considering what you are getting, which is similar to bar food. Nothing special though it is always served warm and cooked well it is not really deserving of the pricing so I'd go else where for food and or prepare your own. A huge bummer because it it SO convenient and the music in the cafe can be wonderful! If they want to attract more diners in their cafe I'd say lower the prices! Usually budget travelers re: ppl staying in hostels don't have huge budgets and they / we try to do as much as possible with fewer funds! I think the least expensive thing was gluten free toast @ $8., soups, sandwiches and everything else is waaaaayyy too expensive again bc it presents like 'healthy' bar food and should be priced accordingly. For those prices you can wander up to NW 21st Ave. (which is recommended anyway) and get excellent Indian, Thai, Korean, Italian or any number of ethnic cuisines (complete dinners) in same price range!

Five stars because the staff remembers you and they are really accommodating to people with kids…read more Food is consistent and they have an affordable gf pizza which Is a great size. Great options on tap as well. Prices can be a little steep but with the quality and consistency I 100% think it's worth it

So sad we had a 2 day reservation and told us no because I had a 4 lb service animal bu yet ive…read morebeen told that they've had pets there the last 2 weeks or so ya thought they said no pets such liars

The female dorm of 10 people has more like a capsule hotel feel and comfy beds. However there are…read moreonly two toilets. Staff is friendly. Last check in time is at 8 pm. There's free coffee, tea and snacks. Also there's a free food section of the fridge. Parking lot can be full during the summers. This hostel also overlooks the water.