Our Hotel Planner Expert Reviews of The Benson Portland Curio Collection by Hilton
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"Downtown Elegance "
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The Benson is a lovely, elegant, and historic hotel that perfect for very formal events, luncheons, and private dinners. They have a prime location, right in the heart of downtown bordering the trendy Pearl District. The lobby has impressively high ceilings and beautiful columns, and could be looked down upon by a balcony on the second floor. The hotel’s only active restaurant is right to the left of the main entrance, and seems more of a fancy café than a real restaurant, with no real separation between the café and the lobby. The hotel used to have a second restaurant which was more of a proper, separated space, but it has closed down and is now a very cool, sultry meeting space used only for private dinners (one of the prime private dinner venues the Benson offers). The main ballroom was my favorite part of the property. It is large but feels intimate due to their very high ceilings and massive hanging crystal chandeliers. The walls were pretty and large windows made up the whole back wall. There was also a small balcony attached to the front wall that overlooked the whole room, which the sales team said was a very popular place for toasts and for brides to throw their bouquets. One warning - This hotel is not a good option for children-heavy groups.
Aria T from
07-Jun-2013 Verified Review
Verified Reviews of The Benson Portland Curio Collection by Hilton
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"The room was very nice, clean, and comfortable. 9"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent hospitality for our stay. Comfortable bed and clean room. We will definitely be back.
Kimberly S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
19-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 18 to Thu Dec 19 2024 at a $140.06 average nightly rate.
"Amazing Service!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We had dinner in the lobby and Carla was our waitress and she was absolutely amazing! In fact, everything about the way we were treated was perfect, the guests were very considerate of my walking sticks and helped me any way they could.
Louise C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 07 to Sun Dec 08 2024 at a $198.99 average nightly rate.
"Had a great room and great breakfast!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great room! Great breakfast! Great service throughout our stay! We’ll come again!
Barbara O. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
20-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Oct 15 to Fri Oct 18 2024 at a $155.99 average nightly rate.
"Friendly check in, beautiful room, comfortable bed, very clean."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We stayed at the Benson for the Portland Marathon! We had a wonderful experience in a very walkable area. Great parking, service and location!
Beth S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 05 to Sun Oct 06 2024 at a $187.85 average nightly rate.
"Charming Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Would highly recommend this hotel in Portland. The old building is charming and the rooms have been renovated tastefully with modern amenities. It feels safe, exceptionally clean and the staff was friendly.
Jordan S. (Group coordinator, booked 3 rooms), from
27-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 27 to Sat Sep 28 2024 at a C$153.99 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent service!
William J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 06 to Sun Sep 08 2024 at a $131.49 average nightly rate.
"Great Hotel!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The hotel stay was great. I good deal for the money!
David C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
31-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 30 to Sat Aug 31 2024 at a $151.38 average nightly rate.
"Good Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Our stay was good.
Donna M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 12 to Thu Jun 13 2024 at a $212.99 average nightly rate.
"Festive & Friendly Place"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Festive and friendly place with great service and great quality for the money!
Kenneth J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
24-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Dec 19 to Fri Dec 22 2023 at a $128.32 average nightly rate.
"A Treasure!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
My favorite hotel on the west coast!
Robert J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
11-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 08 to Sat Dec 09 2023 at a $164.00 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 14-Dec-2023:
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Property Description
Celebrating its 110th birthday in 2023, the historic Benson Hotel features 287 guestrooms/suites with Tempur-pedic Sleep System beds, Palm Court restaurant/bar and El Gaucho steakhouse (both offering an impressive selection of Northwest wines), 24-hour room service, Les Clefs d’Or USA Concierge, fitness room, business center and event space for up to 400 people. There are a variety of meeting and banquet rooms, ranging from 320 square feet to 5,850 square feet.
Green Sustainability
Guestrooms•Guestroom Bathrobes and Slippers made from biodegradable bamboo, the world’s fastest growing renewable resource•Linen and towel re-use program•Amenity dispenser units •Consumable amenities replaced only as requested by guests•Energy conservation via management of guestroom heat/ air conditioning and lights while unoccupiedFood & Beverage•Emphasis on locally grown, organic, and sustainable ingredients•Partnerships with local farmers, vineyards, and breweries•Custom-made menus catering to vegetarian and vegan diners•Recycling program for produce and food waste, including cooking oil used to power local biodiesel vehicles•Comprehensive Composting ProgramMeetings & Events•Reduction of all disposable products through emphasis on cloth napkins, glassware and silverware•Overall reduction of paper, glass, aluminum items during events•Energy conservation through use of compact fluorescent bulbs and lighting•Customization of sustainable offerings as requestedGeneral•Use of recycled materials for all employee uniformsCommunity Outreach•Donation of unused non-perishable food items to local food banks•Sponsorship and support of local sustainability-focused groups, such as Oregon’s SOLV program and Oregon Food Bank, as well as countless non-profit and charitable events
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
Portland International- 12 miles away. Taxi $47, Max light rail $2.50, ride share approx. $25
Local Shuttle Info: Airport Shuttle is run by Blue Star Airport Express. Shuttle runs every 30 minutes. One way $14 per person. Round Trip $24 per person.
Breakfast Information
Palm Court offers breakfast 7 days a week, starting at 6:30 am on Monday through Friday and 7:00 am Saturday and Sunday. Palm Court's breakfast features everything from Continental options to Omelettes, Waffles and French Toast.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.
$40 per stay Parking Info
$49.00 for guest overnight valet parking, and an hourly charge for guests not staying at the hotel, currently $9.00 per hour, with a maximum charge of $49.00 per day. Parking rates may change. Bus parking is available approximately 6 blocks away at a rate of approximately $150 per day.
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary wi-fi access (basic level) in all guest rooms and suites, as well as public spaces. Premium level wi-fi service available for a nominal fee.
Cleaning Policies
•2021 AAA Inspector’s Best of Housekeeping Award for the highest cleanliness and condition scores;•Hand sanitizing stations are present in all high contact areas;•Increased frequency in cleaning and sanitization of high touch areas, such as the front desk, elevator controls, restaurant/lobby countertops and tables, and other surfaces in public areas, as well as desks, nightstands, bathroom surfaces, remote controls, doorknobs, in-room phones, and clocks in our guest rooms;•An EPA registered peroxide all-purpose disinfectant cleaner, effective in killing viruses, is used on all surfaces;•All guest bedding and bathroom linen is laundered under appropriate commercial textile processing standards for sanitation;•Desktop protective shields at the Front Desk provide staff and customers peace of mind in safeguarding the risk of exposure;•72” high standing plexiglass dividers are designed to help guests feel safe & comfortable, with minimal risk of exposure at the Front Desk, while checki
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