OR Portland Marriott Waterfront Downtown

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Just got back from a 5 night stay.

The hotel is located on the waterfront, overlooking the Willamette River. If you're lucky, you'll get a room overlooking the snow-capped Mt Hood, and the river.

Somewhere along the line, this property must have been renovated. Nicely decorated room with plasma tv. The bathroom was on the small side, but well done. The hotel uses scented soap. Bring your own if it's a problem.

Front desk staff was aces. Very helpful.

Internet access in the business center $5.95 for 15 minutes. Head to the library (10-15 minute walk) for free access.

Hotel has an indoor pool. Free in-room coffee and hair dryer.

Free on-street overnight parking from 7:00 pm till 8 the next morning. After that, feed the meter.

This hotel is a solid 10 minute walk from where the 'action' is. In Manhattan that's not a problem. In Portland, it wasn't really that big a deal once you get use to it! A Starbucks is 5 minutes away. Most of what you might consider the 'standard' Pacific NW type of coffeehouses were a 10 minute walk.

The hotel is located in the 'fareless' downtown district. It's free to ride. When you leave the free zone, it's on the honor system.

Make sure you head to the Pearl, and the NW District (a few blocks from the Pearl). It's much more interesting than downtown. Local feel. Nice shops and plenty of food places to eat.