Ballroom Parkrose is OPEN with a new name PARKROSE BALLROOM! Wonderful venue, delightful lessons,…read morebeing completely refurbished by owner to a 1920's theme! Historic building formerly used by the USO.

The place is really beautiful and peaceful. Its a nice couple hours admiring the surrounding and…read morebeautiful statues. You dont need to be religious to enjoy and respect how breathtaking this are is.

I really wish I had more time here. This was one of the very last places to visited before I had to…read morefly home. I got here late about 30mins before closing so I only walked around for a little. It's so Beautiful, peaceful, & calm here. The Grotto is a 62-acres sanctuary founded in 1924. There are so many beautifully carved statues. All the statues are made from marble, granite, bronze, wood, polyester resin and fiberglass. On their webpage, The Grotto's Vision is To forever be a place where the human spirit can seek peace and consolation. The National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother embraces and supports people of all cultures and all faiths who seek a place of prayer and meditation; The Grotto values the dignity of everyone. I'll definitely come back here the next time I'm in town so I can spend a bit more time exploring. There's a decent sized parking lot. It was empty as I got here close to closing but I'm sure it gets very busy here.

This is the first time I've been to Portland international airport, and this has to be one of the,…read moreif not the nicest US airports I have ever been through. It has gone through a massive renovation that changed it from just your average "airport", to a bright airy space that is actually a pleasure to go through. It's about 20 to 30 minutes from downtown, there is bus and light rail service to the airport, and it sits right on the Columbia river, which is the state line, giving it easy access from Washington state as well. It is definitely a big airport. If you are renting a car, you do not have to take any type of airport shuttle. There is an underground, climate, controlled tunnel, connecting the rental cars, and the main terminal. It is about a 10 minute walk, but they do have moving sidewalks, and you can also rent luggage carts at a reasonable price. There are also tunnels and pedestrian bridges connecting the short term and long-term parking lots to the main terminal. All the check-in's are in one centralized area. They have people to help you find which aisle your check-in is on. You just walk up to that aisle number, and check-in. Once you've checked in, you go through security, and it's on to your gate. You can walk between all of the Concourses without having to go through security again. Again, it is a big area, but in the concourses, they also have the moving sidewalks and luggage carts available. There is lots of shopping and food/drink outlets, with an emphasis on Portland/Oregon businesses. They even have entertainment inside the terminal. I loved this airport, and I hope I get the chance to fly through here again.

Hands down the most BEAUTIFUL airport I've flown in/out of as of yet!…read more PDX received a facelift and reopened in fall 2024, boasting an interior that brings the outdoors inside. Whether it or not it was psychological, I felt having all that greenery was mood lifting yet calming. Airports are known to be all hustle and bustle, but at PDX I felt like I was at a park where you could sit down at one a cafes and people watch. The amenities were clean and all the people from check in to gate were friendly and helpful. Lots of dining options and things to do while waiting. I hope to return to PDX either as a destination or layover and consider it an top tier airport.

For locals and visitors alike, you Must visit McMenamins…read moreKennedy School. Whether you visit the boiler bar for some billiards and shuffleboard or get sent to detention to try some great whisky the atmosphere is always eclectic and serene at the same time. Sound juxtaposed? Just go and visit, you'll see what I mean. Feeling adventurous on a warm evening, visit the courtyard restaurant and order a Moscow mule but substitute the vodka for their signature Aval Potta whisky, while sitting next to the fire place. Trust me, this is the night out you've been looking for!

Didn't realize this place is in a neighborhood so it's understandable that they close early. We got…read morein there before 10pm (when most of the rooms close) and ordered. We did not get our appetizer but had to ask about it. Our waiter did not address until we did... So that was a bust. We did not see our waiter again as another lady took over. Not sure why. Anyway, the food was alright, nothing crazy, nothing too impressive. We ordered drinks at one of the rooms that was also closing at 10pm. The lady was taking our order when her friends showed up and she decided to greet and talk to them in the middle of me ordering. That's right, she literally stopped listening to me and started talking to them. She did a little, "oh I'm sorry" but definitely felt the ick. Weird vibes from that place and the restaurant. The Boiler Room was the best place cause it stayed open late and the vibes were chill. Ordered a few drinks that were delivered to us since the bar is downstairs & our table was at the top. Cool room and decor.

Clean hotel less than 10 minutes from PDX. They do offer a 24 hour a day shuttle to the airport as…read morewell. I was able to check in very early which I appreciated. I have great experience with Marriotts overall and appreciate the fun vibe Aloft provides. Noise was a bit of an issue but I find that with just about any hotel

Just stayed here for the weekend. I wouldnt stay here again, hotel needs some work. See pros and…read morecons. Pros Close to the airport Indoor pool Dont hear any planes Employees were friendly at the front desk Close to the airport, resturants and shopping Cons Beds uncomfortable, very soft and makes lots of noises Strange smell in lobby and halls of hotel Pool room is like a sauna had to prop open the door Out dated hotel, lots of touch up work needed No sign for ice machine No clock in the room Shower has no shelf for any of your own products, had black spots on parts of the shower glass Air conditioner is loud, when turned off you can hear the ones in rooms around you In room safe didnt work Sink is so low you splash yourself No USB charging / no outlets on the desk Parking lot was dark in the side area of the hotel and the lot filled up, was told you cant park on the i-hop side.

Whether you're just looking for a place to dip your toe in or dive into a full weekend away, the 3…read moreDiamonds indoor swimming pool is cool for the whole family We had a terrific time swimming and hanging out at the 3 Diamond pool! Great host and great personalities. We stopped by for a 2 hour session and it was worth the time. The atmosphere is safe and cozy. The water was a warm 90+ degrees even though it was rainy and cold outside. They had nice jazz music playing with we were there which made it even more relaxing. We know how to handle the cold. The freezing cold. But even in the dead of winter, we deserve this resort-style pool day, if we do say so ourselves. They provide a nice private bathroom for changing and a shower for cleaning up afterwards. Nothing beats a hot shower after being in chlorine. They can't promise the sun, but they can promise some fun with the indoor pool. May be the thing to chase the winter blues away. It's the PNW, it's winter most of the time! Make your reservations now! You won't be disappointed.

Are you looking for fun during the cold and rain here in Portland? Do you dream of times swimming…read morein the warm water, laps or playing on pool toys? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then 3 Diamonds in-door pool is just what you have been looking for. Diana and Rick are wonderful hosts and welcomed us to their in-door pool and were wonderful hosts during our 2 hour swim. In addition to jazz music playing in the background, they have everything you need. There is a mini fridge with a variety of waters and fizzy waters as well as snacks available. The private bathroom, where you can change in privacy, also has a shower, soap, and towels available. Once you are ready to get into the warm pool, they have ride-on-inflatables, rings, beach balls, dive toys, floating basketball, pool volleyball and much more. So what are you waiting for? Book your pool time, grab your swimsuits and head on over! You can swim laps, play a game of Marco Polo, enjoy floating and chatting with friends or getting in those laps.

They had the best deals at $21/day for a compact car…read more They don't have an app or website to check in on line. So you have to wait in line physically. The line took me about 30 minutes. It took me another 15 minutes to check in. Be prepared to wait. It's also the same line for budget and another company which I forget. Same line for all company's. They can you DL in this machine and then you have to show your DL again when you leave the lot. I did get upgraded without asking so that was pretty awesome seeing how I waited so long. Now, once you finish checking in downstairs you then have to go upstairs. This is where there was chaos. The lady said my car would be parked and ready to go. It wasn't. I then I had to wait in another line only to have my car pull up another 10 minutes later. So over all it took me 1 HOUR to get my car. Would I use them again.....? Maybe. The car also had another passengers paperwork inside. Overall the car was great.

If given a choice, do not rent a car from Payless, Avis, or Budget at PDX! They all share one…read morecounter at the airport unlike all of the other rental companies so the line is insanely long and ridiculous. I waited nearly an hour to get my car when I landed and the person working at the desk told me that line wasn't even considered bad for them - in the summer the lines go out the door.

Great location, good service and good food. Beautiful location on the river. Will returnread more

I've frequented The Deck for the last three years and was disappointed with my last two visits…read more Last year when we visited the fish seemed overcooked and the crust was soggy. This year they changed their menu a bit and the quality of the food has gone down. All the fried foods were over cooked. My spouse had fish and chips and the outside was dark and the grease tasted old. My wrap was not bad but definitely not worth $20 for turkey lunch meat, lettuce, cucumber, and tomato. I'm not one to complain about prices as I know it's expensive for restaurants these days. I'm happy to pay for good quality food but this wrap was so basic, cost maybe $5 to make. Thankfully our server Ziggy was friendly. He did a good job at getting to us quickly and refilling drinks. However, not sure we will return. Island Cafe has a larger menu and the food is good.

The lodge always puts on the most decadent activities in the area! Completely free for the…read morecommunity. Being a member brings lots of volunteer activities and socializing. The live bands and food are a BIG bonus on the weekends. Being part of an order that is focused on Faith Family and Community has really enriched our lives tremendously

Great place to meet great people They have a lot of fun…read moreactivities Come and visit and join the Elks