Our Hotel Planner Expert Reviews of The Benson Portland Curio Collection by Hilton
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"Downtown Elegance "
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The Benson is a lovely, elegant, and historic hotel that perfect for very formal events, luncheons, and private dinners. They have a prime location, right in the heart of downtown bordering the trendy Pearl District. The lobby has impressively high ceilings and beautiful columns, and could be looked down upon by a balcony on the second floor. The hotel’s only active restaurant is right to the left of the main entrance, and seems more of a fancy café than a real restaurant, with no real separation between the café and the lobby. The hotel used to have a second restaurant which was more of a proper, separated space, but it has closed down and is now a very cool, sultry meeting space used only for private dinners (one of the prime private dinner venues the Benson offers). The main ballroom was my favorite part of the property. It is large but feels intimate due to their very high ceilings and massive hanging crystal chandeliers. The walls were pretty and large windows made up the whole back wall. There was also a small balcony attached to the front wall that overlooked the whole room, which the sales team said was a very popular place for toasts and for brides to throw their bouquets. One warning - This hotel is not a good option for children-heavy groups.
Aria T from
07-Jun-2013 Verified Review
Verified Reviews of The Benson Portland Curio Collection by Hilton
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Friendly check in, beautiful room, comfortable bed, very clean."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We stayed at the Benson for the Portland Marathon! We had a wonderful experience in a very walkable area. Great parking, service and location!
Beth S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 05 to Sun Oct 06 2024 at a $187.85 average nightly rate.
"Charming Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Would highly recommend this hotel in Portland. The old building is charming and the rooms have been renovated tastefully with modern amenities. It feels safe, exceptionally clean and the staff was friendly.
Jordan S. (Group coordinator, booked 3 rooms), from
27-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 27 to Sat Sep 28 2024 at a C$153.99 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent service!
William J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 06 to Sun Sep 08 2024 at a $131.49 average nightly rate.
"Great Hotel!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The hotel stay was great. I good deal for the money!
David C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
31-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 30 to Sat Aug 31 2024 at a $151.38 average nightly rate.
"Good Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Our stay was good.
Donna M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 12 to Thu Jun 13 2024 at a $212.99 average nightly rate.
"Festive & Friendly Place"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Festive and friendly place with great service and great quality for the money!
Kenneth J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
24-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Dec 19 to Fri Dec 22 2023 at a $128.32 average nightly rate.
"A Treasure!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
My favorite hotel on the west coast!
Robert J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
11-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 08 to Sat Dec 09 2023 at a $164.00 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 14-Dec-2023:
"A beautiful hotel, friendly staff, good food."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
A beautiful hotel, friendly staff, good food. The palm court entryway is exceptional. The staff helped us find our way around the city and the restaurant served us two good breakfasts and a wonderful dinner on our last night.
Paul W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
07-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 02 to Tue Sep 05 2023 at a ¥25160.51 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 13-Sep-2023:
Customer Reviews of The Benson Portland Curio Collection by Hilton
- 4.5 of 5Overall
- 4.3 of 5Amenities
- 4.7 of 5Cleanliness
- 4.6 of 5Comfort
- 4.5 of 5Condition
- 4.6 of 5Service
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Property Description
The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton is in the heart of Portland, within a 5-minute walk of Powell's City of Books and Pioneer Courthouse Square. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Portland Art Museum and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lan Su Chinese Garden.
Enjoy a meal at Palm Court, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Make yourself at home in one of the 287 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Roseland Theater - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Powell's City of Books - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Pioneer Courthouse Square - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Pioneer Place - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Portland'5 Centers for the Arts - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Burnside Bridge - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Lan Su Chinese Garden - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Portland Saturday Market - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Portlandia - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Portland Art Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Broadway Bridge - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Willamette River - 1 km / 0.6 mi
The preferred airport for The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton is Portland International Airport (PDX) - 14.2 km / 8.8 mi
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Portland? This hotel has 14000 square feet (1301 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 8 meeting rooms. Limited parking is available onsite.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour health club, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this Beaux Arts hotel include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a ballroom.
Green Sustainability
Guestrooms•Guestroom Bathrobes and Slippers made from biodegradable bamboo, the world’s fastest growing renewable resource•Linen and towel re-use program•Amenity dispenser units •Consumable amenities replaced only as requested by guests•Energy conservation via management of guestroom heat/ air conditioning and lights while unoccupiedFood & Beverage•Emphasis on locally grown, organic, and sustainable ingredients•Partnerships with local farmers, vineyards, and breweries•Custom-made menus catering to vegetarian and vegan diners•Recycling program for produce and food waste, including cooking oil used to power local biodiesel vehicles•Comprehensive Composting ProgramMeetings & Events•Reduction of all disposable products through emphasis on cloth napkins, glassware and silverware•Overall reduction of paper, glass, aluminum items during events•Energy conservation through use of compact fluorescent bulbs and lighting•Customization of sustainable offerings as requestedGeneral•Use of recycled materials for all employee uniformsCommunity Outreach•Donation of unused non-perishable food items to local food banks•Sponsorship and support of local sustainability-focused groups, such as Oregon’s SOLV program and Oregon Food Bank, as well as countless non-profit and charitable events
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
Portland International- 12 miles away. Taxi $47, Max light rail $2.50, ride share approx. $25
Local Shuttle Info: Airport Shuttle is run by Blue Star Airport Express. Shuttle runs every 30 minutes. One way $14 per person. Round Trip $24 per person.
Breakfast Information
Palm Court offers breakfast 7 days a week, starting at 6:30 am on Monday through Friday and 7:00 am Saturday and Sunday. Palm Court's breakfast features everything from Continental options to Omelettes, Waffles and French Toast.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Service animals are allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
$40 per stay
Parking Info
$49.00 for guest overnight valet parking, and an hourly charge for guests not staying at the hotel, currently $9.00 per hour, with a maximum charge of $49.00 per day. Parking rates may change. Bus parking is available approximately 6 blocks away at a rate of approximately $150 per day.
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary wi-fi access (basic level) in all guest rooms and suites, as well as public spaces. Premium level wi-fi service available for a nominal fee.
Misc Fees / Policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 35 for adults, and USD 10 to 35 for children
- Valet parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Cleaning Policies
•2021 AAA Inspector’s Best of Housekeeping Award for the highest cleanliness and condition scores;•Hand sanitizing stations are present in all high contact areas;•Increased frequency in cleaning and sanitization of high touch areas, such as the front desk, elevator controls, restaurant/lobby countertops and tables, and other surfaces in public areas, as well as desks, nightstands, bathroom surfaces, remote controls, doorknobs, in-room phones, and clocks in our guest rooms;•An EPA registered peroxide all-purpose disinfectant cleaner, effective in killing viruses, is used on all surfaces;•All guest bedding and bathroom linen is laundered under appropriate commercial textile processing standards for sanitation;•Desktop protective shields at the Front Desk provide staff and customers peace of mind in safeguarding the risk of exposure;•72” high standing plexiglass dividers are designed to help guests feel safe & comfortable, with minimal risk of exposure at the Front Desk, while checki
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Contactless check-in is available
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
Cashless transactions are available
Essential workers only - NO
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
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- Pre-arrival planning services
- Pet Friendly Program
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