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Say hello to Portland, one of America’s most vibrant cities and a city that’s blessed with a surrounding countryside brimming with natural beauty and packed with an amazing array of year round outdoor recreational pursuits – from skiing and snowboarding in the winter to hiking, biking, fishing and white-water rafting in the summer, there really is something for everyone in the Portland Region, Oregon’s largest and most exciting city destination.
Affectionately referred to as “City of Roses” Portland is famous for many things including an amazing culinary scene, the welcoming locals, an amazing public transportation system that includes cycle friendly streets, historic monuments and museums, a lively arts and culture scene and much more – all surrounded by some spectacular countryside and wilderness just waiting to be explored.
Popular attractions include Oregon Zoo, the west’s oldest zoo and home to 2,200 animals including a herd of Asian elephants – it’s a great day out for all the family. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry is a truly world class attraction and educational resource that brings science to life for kids of all ages (and adults too)! Featuring 5 unique exhibit halls, 8 hands-on science labs, a motion simulator, a science playground for 0 – 6 year olds, the Kendal Planetarium and the USS Blueback submarine, it’s a must see attraction on your Portland stopover.
Make sure to visit the Pearl District home to some of Portland’s liveliest bars and restaurants, art galleries, and boutiques and Powell’s City of Books, the world’s largest independent new and used bookstore. If you’re downtown on the first Thursday’s of the month you’ll enjoy First Thursday Gallery Walk – all the galleries and shops stay open late allowing you to meet and mingle with the artists who work in this vibrant part of the city. The last Thursday of the month’s a fun time too as Northeast Alberta Street transforms into a lively open air party that’s popular with visitors and locals alike.
You’ll find over 400 acres of trees, gardens, playgrounds and other attractions at Washington Park and it’s easily accessible by public transport. The park also houses other major attractions including Oregon Zoo, Portland Children’s Museum, the Hoyt Arboretum, International Rose Test Garden, Portland Japanese Garden and much more. It’s great for walkers and hikers as well with over 15 miles of scenic to trails waiting to be explored.
Shop till you drop at one of the many shopping districts dotted around the city including Washington Square, Portland Saturday Market, Clackamas Town Centre and the Lloyd Centre featuring over 150 stores, an indoor ice rink and 10 screen movie theatre. As an added bonus there’s no sales tax in Oregon so grab a bargain or two to take home with you.
Other popular attractions include craft breweries, festivals, performing arts and a lively music scene. From Ballet and Symphonies to Folk and Indie Rock – there’s something for everyone here in Portland.
Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory is the Portland Region’s adventure capital. Ski and snowboard at Mt. Hood’s Timberline Lodge or Skibowl – offering the longest ski season in North America as well as the largest night ski area in the country. Discover the Oregon Trail, the route that led emigrants to the American West, and experience daily pioneer life in the 1800s at Philip Foster Farm. In Oregon City, the end of the Oregon Trail, marvel at Willamette Falls, the second largest waterfall by volume in the U.S. after Niagara Falls.
Mt. Hood Territory also has many passionate vintners and winemakers, sustainable farmers, craft brewers, and all-star chefs who bring their farms to your fork for an authentic slice of Americana. Wineries, such as Villa Catalana Cellars, Tumwater Vineyard and Pete’s Mountain Vineyard and Winery, add to the Portland Region’s collection of easily accessible wineries.
Getting around Portland is a cinch thanks to the extensive public transport system including streetcars, buses, a light railway system and an aerial tramway. Once you’ve settled in to the hotel get ready to sample the many amazing attractions and tax free shopping that Portland is rightly famous for.
Featuring elegant European design and a host of modern amenities the Benson Hotel Portland is handily located within walking distance to the busy shops, galleries, bars, restaurants, and other attractions of the Pearl District, Pioneer Square and Downtown Portland. It’s no wonder it’s been a favourite haunt to US presidents for over a hundred years! The friendly helpful staff and well-appointed accommodations of the Benson Hotel Portland makes it your perfect jumping off point to explore all that the vibrant city of Portland and the surrounding areas has to offer.
A great choice for your stay in Portland, the Benson hotel combines exceptional concierge services with modern facilities and amenities to ensure you get the most out of your Oregon visit. Kick start the day with a workout at the Hotel’s well-appointed fitness centre, its open 24 hours a day – ideal for gym enthusiasts! Relax refresh and rejuvenate with a no commute in room massage service and choose from a range of traditional massages delivered in the comfort of your room. Grab a complimentary morning tea or coffee and browse one of the handy newspapers in the lobby while you’re there. Why not have a chat with one of the friendly concierge staff who’ll happily share their local knowledge with you? A great way to start planning the day’s adventures!
Located in the lobby, breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the elegant Palm Court restaurant furnished with classic woodwork and featuring sparkling chandeliers. For breakfast, expect American fare like buttermilk pancakes, biscuits and sausage gravy or the Benson Benedict, all served up with an extra helping of friendly service. Dinner choices include grilled rib eye, a smoked chicken club sandwich or vegetable vermicelli and there’s also live jazz entertainment on Wednesday through to Saturday. At the end of a busy day out and about in Portland it’s nice to return to Benson Hotel’s warm and comfortable guest rooms featuring a host of thoughtful amenities including Tempur-Pedic luxury beds, air conditioning, minibar, in room lap top safe, complimentary tea and coffee, clock radio, ironing sets and more. Keep up to date with emails and social media thanks to free in room internet access, watch a movie or live sports event on an LCD TV, order some room service and chill out to your favourite sounds on the docking station. Bathrooms feature organic bamboo bathrobes and slippers complimented by luxury Gilchrist and Soames bath products – all the comforts of home in your downtown Portland retreat.
With a fantastic setting close to Washington Square Mall and only a short ride from Downtown Portland the spacious and well-appointed accommodations at the Embassy Suites Portland Washington provides the perfect base to explore the greater Portland Region.
Oregon’s Tualatin Valley is situated in the northern part of the famed Willamette Valley wine region—between Portland the Oregon Coast—and is home to 30+ wineries, including the pioneering wineries of Ponzi Vineyards and Oak Knoll Winery. Each estate winery produces exceptional Pinot Noir and dozens of other cool-climate varietals, with cozy and welcoming tasting rooms. From top-notch craft beer and award-winning whiskeys to other spirits, saké, and cider, the Portland Region’s craft breweries and distilleries showcase the artisanal spirit of Oregon.
Where the city meets the trees, Tualatin Valley’s forests feature outdoor adventures, and protected wetlands and nature parks are popular birding and wildlife watching sites. Trails, such as the Banks-Vernonia State Trail and the Tualatin River Water Trail delight with their picturesque, peaceful and scenic beauty. Farms are abundant, and dozens of “u-pick” farms, farm stands and farmers’ markets invite visitors to explore and savor the tastes of the Tualatin Valley countryside. One of the best ways to truly experience farm life is with a relaxing drive along the Vineyard & Valley Scenic Tour Route, or a bike along the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway.
Your stay at the Embassy Suites Washington Square is a real treat. You’ll get your day off to the perfect start with an extensive choice of hearty cooked to order breakfasts and healthier options available – all complimentary of course! And after a busy day exploring the exciting attractions of the Portland Region (including the wonderful tax free shopping), the evening reception is the perfect place to meet up with fellow guests and recharge your batteries with a complimentary cocktail and some tasty snacks before heading out on the town.
Cascadia, the hotel’s family friendly restaurant serves up a succulent array of the freshest Northwest cuisine including chicken, seafood, steaks salads and pastas along with other great American favourites. The heated indoor pool is the perfect spot for some relaxing downtime and the well-equipped Precor® the fitness centre has everything needed to keep your workout routines going. Your spacious and well-appointed all suite accommodations provide the perfect retreat, bedrooms feature either a king sized bed or two double beds, there’s also a handy living area and bathrooms equipped with marble vanity areas and bathtubs with showers. All of the hotel’s suites feature a host of home comforts including kitchenette areas with microwave, mini fridge, coffee making facilities and wet bars. Air conditioning, two televisions with premium channels, Wi-Fi*, clock radios, mp3 connectivity, iron and ironing board and complimentary toiletries are all part of the service.
Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory is the Portland Region’s adventure capital. Ski and snowboard at Mt. Hood’s Timberline Lodge or Skibowl – offering the longest ski season in North America as well as the largest night ski area in the country. Discover the Oregon Trail, the route that led emigrants to the American West, and experience daily pioneer life in the 1800s at Philip Foster Farm. In Oregon City, the end of the Oregon Trail, marvel at Willamette Falls, the second largest waterfall by volume in the U.S. after Niagara Falls.
Mt. Hood Territory also has many passionate vintners and winemakers, sustainable farmers, craft brewers, and all-star chefs who bring their farms to your fork for an authentic slice of Americana. Wineries, such as Villa Catalana Cellars, Tumwater Vineyard and Pete’s Mountain Vineyard and Winery, add to the Portland Region’s collection of easily accessible wineries.
The Best Western Plus Rivershore Inn on the banks of the Willamette River, located just off Interstate Highway 205, offers easy access to some of the Portland Region’s favorite attractions. Willamette Falls, the largest waterfall in the Pacific Northwest, is a short kayak paddle away. Mt. Hood (snow-capped year-round) and the Clackamas River beckon with abundant outdoor activities, within an hour’s drive of the Rivershore Inn.
The Rivershore Bar & Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner to visitors and locals, who enjoy the river view whilst dining. Their focus is on the Northwest bounty of seafood, vegetables and grass-fed beef. Guests enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, and all guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi, cable TV, microwave, refrigerator and tea and coffee-making facilities; select rooms feature river views. The hotel also features a business center, a fitness center and guest laundry facilities.
