The Paramount Hotel

I have loved staying at other Paramounts (especially Seattle) but my experience at the Paramount Hotel in Portland was less than impressive. The first room we checked into smelled musty, like someone had been smoking. Thankfully we were switched to a different room, and although grateful, we found the room lacking in comfort. The bed was too soft and creaked really loudly each time my husband got out of bed (and he's not fat). The carpet looked old and tired and believe the other reviewers who say the AC is LOUD. We had to switch it off at night as it was too loud and woke us up! Service is lackluster and management could do a better job of training the staff to take more initiative, such as helping front desk to manage long lines when some guests are requesting early check-in and others are leaving but need to store their baggage in the interim. While the location is great, we didn't have a very restful stay, and in future I will look for a more comfortable and inviting space than what the Paramount offers.

Excellent in every way. Highly recommended.

Great location, comfy room, fantastic tub!

The property is really beautiful architecturally, and the staff were very sweet. It's in a good location where you're right next to the MAX and the downtown parks, but there isn't a significant homeless population on this block. The walkability to other restaurants and bars is awesome. The rooms are fine. Our 2 queen room had a wireless charger, but it didn't have USB wall outlets like the website said it would. Good water pressure in the shower, and everything seemed clean. I also loved that the windows were able to open a few inches to get some air flow.