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McMenamins Crystal Hotel

303 SW 12th Ave · Portland, OR

Why you should go…

McMenamins Crystal Hotel occupies a 1911 flatiron building in Portland's West End, across the street from the Crystal Ballroom. Each of its 51 rooms is decorated around a song or performance from the ballroom's past; 9 king suites have private baths while the queen and twin rooms share bathrooms down the hall. Overnight guests get free use of the subterranean saltwater soaking pool, and Hal's Cafe, Al's Den (nightly live music and comedy) and Ringlers Annex are on site. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places.

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General stay guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Rates swing with the calendar

    Midweek nights and shoulder-season dates are usually the kindest on price.

  • Read what is included

    Parking, resort fees, and breakfast are the three extras that most often land on the final bill.

  • Ask at booking, not at the desk

    Early check-in, late checkout, and room preferences go further when you request them in advance.

  • On a short trip, location wins

    What you can reach on foot from the door matters more than the amenities list.

What's around here?

The closest stops to McMenamins Crystal Hotel, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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    Powell's City of Books

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  • Eat & Drink
    Foodie Pick

    Deschutes Brewery Portland Public House

    Under $25

    Deschutes Brewery's Pearl District brewpub in a historic 1919 building, pouring 26 taps including beers brewed on site only for Portland alongside a full pub menu.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education

    Under $25

    Portland's Jewish history museum and Holocaust education center, the only Jewish museum in the Pacific Northwest.

    0.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Museums
    Quirky Fun

    Skeleton Key Odditorium

    Under $25

    An oddity museum and curiosity shop showcasing macabre antiques, sideshow history and gothic art in downtown Portland.

    0.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Stay
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    13 mi awayMore like this

  • Stay
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    Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa

    $50+

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