Benson Hotel, Portland, Newer

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Benson Hotel	Average Price: $176 Check Rates

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309 Southwest Broadway

Portland, 97205 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 7 of 16
Average review rating: 3.76

OpinionWell Value Index: 5

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (72) , MyTravelGuide (1390) , Travelocity (8) , TripAdvisor (389) , YahooTravel (34)

SAFE TO BOOK ? (1/5 issues found)

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Construction:	No recent comments about construction were found.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. There are many newer hotels in town that may be a better choice for service.

"It had some ups and some downs " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/2/2012 Vote

2. Other than that suggest something newer in the same area.

"Nice People, Nice bed, that's about it. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/3/2011 Vote

3. This place is pretty to look at, although the rooms are smaller than a newer hotel, they are quaint.

"Nice stay. Great location. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/17/2011 Vote

4. There are hotels that are newer but the Benson is a classic and when you are a guest they make you feel very special.

"A Real Gem " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/30/2011 Vote

5. Since it is in the newer part of the hotel the room did not have as much old style as the previous room we had stayed in but it was still very nice.

"Very Nice Hotel in Downtown Portland " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/30/2010 Vote

6. The mattress is not soft like some hotels, which could be a great thing for some (it is not hard like rock - I personally find it quite comfy); nor does the bed have the newer comforter-like bedding.

"Wonderful Location " Read full review on TripAdvisor 7/7/2010 Vote

7. This is an old-style hotel that offers all the conveniences of one that is 100 years newer.

"Superb value in a centrally-located hotel! " Read full review on Expedia 6/2/2010 Vote

8. I have previously stayed in newer eco-friendly hotels and will now go back to them and their comfort.

"Beautiful Old Hotel - Very Average Stay " Read full review on Expedia 5/5/2010 Vote

9. 3 star hotels in Dt Portland are probably better because they are newer and keep the sound out.

"Benson Pros and Cons " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/10/2010 Vote

10. It would've been nice to stay with a 4 star hotel with some clean & newer looking hardware.

"Meh " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/1/2009 Vote