Editorial review:
This classy hotel was built in 1912 and has hosted every American president since Woodrow Wilson. The service is accommodating and there are TempurPedic beds in the renovated rooms. The bar is great as well. Critics feel that it's becoming outdated.
Verified Reviews:
- Bathroom is very small and wasn't clean - Food was wonderful - Lobby was nice enough
- Bed was large - Wireless internet is not complimentary - Large rooms
- Staff was very knowledgeable - Breakfast was very good - Ballrooms are gorgeous
- Free wine tasting - Bed was absolutely wonderful - Exhorbinant parking $29 a day
- Bathroom was nice and clean - Bathrobes and towels were moderately fluffy - Location was great
Overview
Located in Portland city centre, luxury four-star property is within walking distance of shopping, sightseeing, galleries, museums and is close to famous Pearl District.
The hotel is fashioned in French Second-Empire style, with glazed terra-cotta and brick façade, arched windows and a French mansard roof.
All 287 rooms include high-speed wireless internet access, complimentary wired internet access, fully stocked mini-bars and Swedish Temper-pediatric mattresses.
London Grill serves international cuisine and presents tableside service and an extensive variety of wine. The Palm Court lobby restaurant is open in the evenings for tapas, wine and spirits.
The Benson Portland offers a business centre complete with fax and photocopy services.
Number of floors 14. Number of rooms 287.

The hotel is conveniently located just in 200m from city centre and is close to the Oregon History Museum and Classical Chinese Garden.
Beaverton Transit Center train station is in 10km and the bus stop is just in 100m.
Distance to:
- City Center - 200 m
- Airport Portland International - 9.7km
- Train Station: Beaverton Transit Center - 10.1km, Hall/Nimbus WES Station - 11.1km
- Bus stop - 100 m
Rooms
The hotel provides non-smoking rooms, as well as rooms and facilities for people with disabilities.
The hotel offers an impressive cast of accommodations that range from standard guestrooms to penthouses and presidential suites.
Each guest room features original artwork, brass lamps, and velvet throw pillows.
Up to two children under 18 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/baby cots in a room is 1.
Dining options
Substantial and fresh breakfast is served in a lovely breakfast room.
El Gaucho is a theatrical Argentinian steak and chop house with low lighting, dark wood, and an open kitchen. Open for dinner only.
El Gaucho also has a cigar lounge and a bar with live Latin guitar music nightly.
The Palm Court Restaurant and Bar offers an impressive collection of craft brews, fine wine, and spirits from around the world, plus a full menu from appetizers to dinner. Happy hour is held twice nightly, and live entertainment is offered Friday and Saturday evenings from 8pm until 11.30pm.
A full breakfast is served at affordable prices.
Facilities
| Internet | Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms |
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| Guest Parking | Private hotel parking is possible on site and the rate is USD 31 per day. |
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Policies
| Check-In | from 3 pm |
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| Check-Out | until 12 pm |
| Pets | Pets are allowed on request |
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Rooms and availability
The hotel provides non-smoking rooms, as well as rooms and facilities for people with disabilities.
The hotel offers an impressive cast of accommodations that range from standard guestrooms to penthouses and presidential suites.
Each guest room features original artwork, brass lamps, and velvet throw pillows.
Up to two children under 18 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/baby cots in a room is 1.
Classic
Queen Size Bed |
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Benson Junior Suite
King Size Bed - 41m2 |
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Executive
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Executive Junior Suite
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Deluxe Room
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Getting there.
Portland International Airport is just in 9.7km.
Located 20 minutes from the Portland International Airport, limousine and Town Car service can be arranged by either the concierge or the front door staff.
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- No prepayments
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- Low prices
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- Free cancellations
- Usually cancellations can be made without charge close to your arrival date (check policies).
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