Portland: 5 Places to Stay

The only boutique lodging option in the trendy Nob Hill neighborhood, Northrup Station is one of those easily missed gems that even locals may not realize is a hotel. The long, three-story, contemporary building (which basically looks like a residence) fronts palm tree–lined Northrup Street and the handy Portland Streetcar line — and is just a stone's throw from such landmark restaurants as Paley's Place Bistro & Bar and Wildwood Restaurant & Bar. The all-suites property harks back to the '70s with its mid-century-modern aesthetic and slightly kooky color schemes (there's a generous use of mauve, lime green and orange). The value here is great, especially considering the generous dimensions of the 70 units — all of which have fully equipped kitchens, granite counters and two TVs apiece. Parking, breakfast, Wi-Fi and Portland Streetcar tickets are included with your room rate.

Room to Book: South-facing units on the third floor overlook pretty Northrup Street and get lots of light.

Insider Tip: Make good use of your unit's kitchen by shopping for provisions in the neighborhood. Both Trader Joe's and City Market — one of the best gourmet food shops in the city — are nearby.

• 1. Inn @ Northrup Station
  2025 NW Northrup St., Portland, OR 97209; 503-224-0543 45.531344-122.693931 northrupstation.com
• 2. Paley's Place
  1204 NW 21st Ave., Portland, OR 97209; 503-243-2403 45.5314509-122.6943 paleysplace.net
• 3. Wildwood Restaurant
  1221 NW 21st Ave., Portland, OR 97209; 503-248-9663 45.531775-122.695327 wildwoodrestaurant.com
• 4. Trader Joe's
  2122 NW Glisan St., Portland, OR 97210; 971-544-0788 45.5262658-122.6953687 traderjoes.com
• 5. City Market
  735 NW 21st Ave., Portland, OR 97209; 503-221-3007 45.528213-122.695108