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McMenamins Crystal Hotel vs Nordic Inn and Suites
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Crystal Hotel ranks slightly higher than Nordic Motel. Crystal Hotel ranks #20 in Portland with endorsements from 3 reviewers such as Frommer's, Lonely Planet and oyster.com.
McMenamins Crystal Hotel
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
Oyster
Zagat
Frommer's
303 SW 12th Ave., Portland, OR
From $85 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Room furnishings that blend Grateful Dead–inspired psychedelia with the interior of a Victorian boudoir can only mean one thing."
Full review
Frommer's
"Like the Ace , the Crystal epitomizes a certain Portland aesthetic that is basic, down-to-earth, and inexpensive."
Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 51 small, song-themed rooms at the upper-middle-range Crystal Hotel in downtown Portland embody the quirkiness that defines this city."
Full review
Zagat
"Quirky hotel with dining & a bar."
Full review
Frommer's
"Rooms named after famous musicians who have hit the stage at the Ballroom...staying here gives you same-night access to otherwise sold-out shows. Al's Den in the basement hosts more live music"
Full review
Nordic Inn and Suites
Gayot
11942 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR 97220
From $81 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Business Center
- Air Conditioning
- Fax / photocopying
Gayot
"This cute motel is very off the beaten path, but some travelers like it that way."
