McMenamins Crystal Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with 3 bars/lounges, near Moda Center

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Located near McMenamins Crystal Ballroom and Portland State University, McMenamins Crystal Hotel is a haven for relaxation and entertainment. Dive into the indoor pool or enjoy a drink at one of three bars, while taking advantage of free in-room WiFi. With concierge services, luggage storage, and local cuisine breakfast available nearby.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 3 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Bathrobes
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor swimming pools
  • Free toiletries
$99 nightly
The total price is $115
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Champagne service
In-room safe
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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303 S.W. 12th Ave., Portland, OR, 97205

What's nearby

  • Powell's City of Books - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • McMenamins Crystal Ballroom - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Providence Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moda Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Oregon Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 16 min drive
  • Beaverton Hall-Nimbus Station - 13 min drive
  • Portland Union Station - 14 min walk
  • Vancouver Station - 14 min drive
  • NW 11th & Couch Stop - 2 min walk
  • SW 11th & Alder Stop - 3 min walk
  • NE 10th & Couch Stop - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Crystal Ballroom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scandals - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Screen Door Pearl District - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cheryl's on 12th - ‬1 min walk

About this property

McMenamins Crystal Hotel

At McMenamins Crystal Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Moda Center and Oregon Convention Center. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Zeus Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Portland State University and Oregon Health and Science University are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: NW 11th & Couch Stop is 2 minutes and SW 11th & Alder Stop is 3 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite garage
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • An indoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Zeus Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Ringlers Pub - Onsite pub. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8.50 to 26.50 for adults, and USD 8.50 to 11.50 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 12:30 AM

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does McMenamins Crystal Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, McMenamins Crystal Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at McMenamins Crystal Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 12:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at McMenamins Crystal Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at McMenamins Crystal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at McMenamins Crystal Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 3 bars and access to a nearby indoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near McMenamins Crystal Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Zeus Cafe.

What's the area around McMenamins Crystal Hotel like?

McMenamins Crystal Hotel is in Downtown Portland, a short 2-minute walk from NW 11th & Couch Stop and 14 minutes' walk from Portland State University.

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Reviews

McMenamins Crystal Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The pool was a highlight, with many guests praising its unique features, cleanliness, and extended hours. (10 reviews)
  • The hot tub was consistently described as amazing, warm, and clean. (7 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered good food and drinks options with pleasant service. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place!
Cochise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly, the check in process was easy and the amenities were top-notch. Location was in a very walkable area near many attractions, I would definitely stay here again!
Severiana, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place is awesome!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a fun and unique stay! Perfect spot to walk around the pearl district
Erika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fun hotel with lots to look at. Conveniently located restaurant and bar on 1st floor. Nice bars in walking distance. Walking distance to China Town and water front. Portland appears cleaner than years before.
Breakfast at Hal’s diner was delish
Try Xin Ding Dumpling near Voo Doo donut place …you know the one
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay and friendly staff!
Lauren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique property right in the heart of Portland. Easy to walk neighborhood with lots of great dining options
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice soaking pool and breakfast was great parking was safe
Kris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are amazing.
Joel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The night shift girl was very friendly and helpful. The long hot tub was warm and clean. Our room was decorated very cute. It was nice to have a sink in the room. The shared bathrooms were close and clean. We had a great time!
Marvina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay, great speakeasy in the basement and beautiful wading pool.
Rhonda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Crystal Hotel is am amazing property. Will be staying again. Has restaurants and restaurants close. Providence Park was only a 10 min walk. There is parking near by, but read the reviews for parking. Overall a great experience..
aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I so appreciated all the staff. Everyone was more than happy to help and accommodate us. Great people and great food!
Alyssa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute and quirky building with lots of character. Tons of restaurants and breweries within walking distance which is a big plus!
Siôn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is very cozy, has a lot of character, great staff and the soaking tub is always amazing.
Spencer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is great, soaking pool is very relaxing and the staff is always pleasant. Free coffee is excellent. I always have a great time here.
S.b., 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a very nice and quiet stay the room was comfortable and clean and the restaurant was very nice
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hot water soaking pool was amazing.
Beatrice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a quirky spot. I’ve always wanted to stay here, finally did and was not disappointed! Everything you need under one roof. The shared bathroom isn’t bad. Not ideal but for a night or two it’s easy! I never ran into anyone.
MacKenzie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place.
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A perfectly quirky hotel in a great location!
Vanessa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

great stay
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This historic building has fantastic vibes and was within easy walking distance to our music venue and Powell’s - definitely will consider this place again when needing to stay in Portland. (Rooms are small, but that’s a perk imo!)
Christy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Unique property in typical Mcmenamins style(that's good thing); will stay again.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Portland!

Great location, super helpful staff, cute rooms - great place to stay!
JANET, 2-night trip