Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hospitality Suite) | In-room dining

Reviews of Mark Spencer Hotel

3 out of 5
Mark Spencer Hotel
409 Sw 11th Ave, Portland, OR

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 772 out of 1057 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1057 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1057 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1057 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1057 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The wine happy hour was good. Walls a little thin but it’s whatever. Very easily walkable to great places to eat and drink. Parking was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, modernized, boutique like hotel that is either recently renovated or very well kept. The double queen room was very spacious and the mattresses really comfortable. My kid who is 5'7 and who chose the pullout didn't like the springs but slept fine on it in couch mode. We didn't really use the kitchen, but noted the builtin twin hotplate and pans supplied for next time (in addition to the microwave and "full size" undercoubter fridge). Water pressure in the shower was exceptional! Staff were great all round and also found us a tower fan for white noise, as we forgot our box fan that our other kid needs to sleep. Like other cities, Portland has a homeless population but we never encountered any trouble. People are just trying to survive in a nationwide broken system.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from General Manager on Apr 11, 2024
David,Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to write your review. We are thrilled that our spacious rooms and comfortable beds added to the enjoyment of your family's visit. In addition, it is wonderful to hear that our team provided you with the high standards of service we are known for. We hope you had the chance to explore all that our area has to offer, including the Travel Portland Visitor Information Center that just opened on our block. We are grateful for your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Mark Spencer Hotel for another five-star experience!Guest Relations Manager

6/10 Okay

Vincent

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lois

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely corner room. Very quiet. Slept well on comfortable mattress and many pillows
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from General Manager on Apr 8, 2024
Lois, We're thrilled you found your room delightful and enjoyed a restful night's sleep. Your comfort is our priority. Nestled in our vibrant neighborhood, we're also just moments away from Portland's renowned attractions, including the bustling Pearl District and dynamic Theatre District, and we hope you had the chance to explore all the area has to offer. Thank you for choosing us for your stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable experience.Guest Relations Manager

4/10 Poor

Taizo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smell of animals Dirty air conditioning machine mesh needs to be cleaned Room is facing with other room’s bedroom and not feeling comfortable to open the curtain as I could see the entire bed of others
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from General Manager on Apr 9, 2024
Taizo,While we thank you for being our guest and sharing your feedback, we hope you'll accept our sincerest apologies for the housekeeping issues you encountered during your stay. We want to assure you that we do engage in deep cleaning processes, and we appreciate you informing us of a need to address our housekeeping policies and procedures. Thank you for your comments. We hope to see you again and impress you with our improvements.Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Erika, Jacksonville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it! Very nice and clean hotel in the heart of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from General Manager on Apr 8, 2024
Erika,Thank you for choosing Mark Spencer Hotel and for sharing your lovely five-star review. We are delighted you enjoyed our clean accommodations and perfect location. We hope you also had the opportunity to check out the Travel Portland Visitor Information Center and Powell's Book Store, which are both located near our hotel. Should your travels bring you back to the area, we look forward to welcoming you back.Guest Relations Manager

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Apr 9, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to seeing you again.Hotel Manager

8/10 Good

marcos

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Apr 9, 2024
Thank You for your feedback.Hotel Management

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Apr 9, 2024
Thank You!Hotel Manager

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its in a great part of town. Downside is the lack of hot water during morning prime use times on the weekends
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 29, 2024
Kenneth,It's always a pleasure hearing from our guests. We're glad our location was convenient for your trip, and we hope you took advantage of the Pearl District just steps away. However, we apologize for any issues with the hot water, and we'll keep your comments in mind as we continue making improvements for our great guests. Should you be in the area again, we hope you'll come back to see us.Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Apr 9, 2024
Thank You!Hotel Manager

8/10 Good

Shaznin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The heater didn't work. no toothpaste is provided. otherwise, all good. staffs are helpful. clean room. good area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 29, 2024
Shaznin,Thank you so much for the high rating! We're so happy to know that our clean accommodations, as well as our friendly team members, were the highlights of your stay, and we trust you had a good time with us overall. We hope you got the chance to check out some of the local attractions during your visit like Powell's Book Store. It's unfortunate to hear about any issues with our heater during your visit, and our maintenance team will be sure to look into your comments further. Please consider coming back to join us again soon. Guest Relations Manager

6/10 Okay

Jose

It’s OK
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 29, 2024
Jose,We appreciate every bit of feedback, as it helps us make our service all the better. In this regard, please feel free to reach out to us with any specific aspects you encountered while with us that were not up to par. Thank you for your review, and we hope to see you again soon for a truly exceptional experience.Guest Relations Manager

8/10 Good

Liang

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Bainbridge Island

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful. I do wish they had recovered more staffing post-covid. Linen service wasn't automatic and same for morning meals. The coffee cafe was terrific, though
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 25, 2024
Kathleen,It was a pleasure to host you at Mark Spencer Hotel. We're glad you enjoyed our espresso bar, Spencer Cafe, where you can find beverages and baked goods. Constructive feedback is always appreciated, and we'll certainly discuss your thoughts. Please know we're always happy to provide fresh linens and amenities upon request. Our team hopes you'll join us again soon. Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable location! If you need it quiet it's probably not the place for you. There is a street car route directly in front of the building. That being said, building is clean, cute, trendy and I would stay here again no hesitation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 25, 2024
Melissa,Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback on your stay at Mark Spencer Hotel. It made us so happy to hear that you enjoyed how close we are to local Portland attractions! Next time, we recommend trying the Craft Beer Crawl or a local Wine tasting, depending on your preference. We are excited to give you another perfect stay! Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and great location to all that downtown has to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 25, 2024
Dear Leslie,It was a pleasure having you stay with us during your recent visit. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're happy to hear that you love our location. The new Travel Portland Visitor Center opened recently next to our hotel! Should your travels bring you back to the area, we hope that you will choose The Mark Spencer for your stay again. Guest Relations Manager

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Mar 20, 2024
Thank you for your feedback and we appreciate your continued support of the Mark Spencer Hotel.Sincerely,Hotel Manager

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to say. It hasn’t older feel to it, but some very contemporary touches. We had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 18, 2024
Kelly,Thank you so much for your five-star rating, it's a delight to hear you enjoyed our property and found our contemporary touches to be enjoyable. While you were in town, we hope you had the chance to visit famous spots such as Powell's Book Store and the Pearl District. We look forward to earning another five-star rating should your travels point you back in our direction, so come and see Mark Spencer Hotel again!Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 18, 2024
Jamie,Thank you for choosing Mark Spencer Hotel! We're glad you enjoyed your visit, and we hope you have the chance to stop into Powell's Bookstore the next time you're in the area. Please come see us again soon.Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from MG on Mar 20, 2024
Thank you for your continued support of The Mark Spencer Hotel. We appreciate your business and look forward to your next visit.Sincerely,Hotel ManagerMark Spencer Hotel

8/10 Good

Wyatt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Mar 20, 2024
Thank you for your feedback and we appreciate your continued support of the Mark Spencer Hotel.We look forward to your next visit.Sincerely,Hotel Manager

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The front desk was very friendly and helpful. Construction and noise outside was not great but nothing they could control. However the vent in the bathroom was a bit gross and dirty. The shower was a little aged, but understandable for the age of hotel. Loved the location with so many shops restaurants. Room was pretty great minus the bathroom. Shower handle and upgrade in plumbing would be of great help.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 15, 2024
Dear Keith,It is an honor to have earned a perfect rating for your time with us. We are glad that you appreciated our location, accommodations, and team members. However, we are disheartened that we could not exceed your expectations. Please know that what you experienced is not typical and the construction will be finished soon. Your feedback will be shared with our team so that we can further improve the guest experience. Please consider us in the future for a much better experience. Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. The rooms were well-insulated and had a really cozy feeling. The beds were so comfortable, the linens extra-soft and luxurious. The room has a window you can open, which allows for air circulation, and a good heating system. Also, it is really close to Powells Bookstore, Whole-Foods and restaurants and shopping
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 13, 2024
Samuel,Your perfect rating and kind words keep us going strong. Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience and spotlighting our comfortable accommodations and central location. It was our pleasure to ensure you had a relaxing stay, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Mark Spencer Hotel soon.Guest Relations Manager

8/10 Good

Mary Elizabeth, Corvallis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a little bit dated but our bedroom was lovely. It is in a very convenient location - shopping, great restaurants, theater and Powell’s Bookstore all within minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 12, 2024
Mary,Thank you for the wonderful review and your kind comments on our comfortable accommodations. Our location in Portland is what draws guests to our hotel, especially with having Powell's Book Store nearby, as well as Travel Portland Visitor Information Center and the Pearl District just steps away. Thank you again, and we hope to have another opportunity to host you in the future. Guest Relations Manager

8/10 Good

Scott, Happy Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from MG on Mar 11, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to seeing you again.Hotel Manager

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service and rooms were great, as always. Construction and homeless around the neighborhood distract a bit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Mar 8, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to your next visit. The construction across the street will be completed very soon. Hotel General Manager

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great find, I highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Mar 8, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to your next visit. Be sure to check out the new shops and restaurants at the recently opened Ritz Carlton nearby. Hotel General Manager

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing we did not like was the we had to pay parking twice and your vehicle is not safe unless you are in the lower parking garage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Mar 8, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to your next visit. Hotel General Manager

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Mar 8, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to your next visit.Hotel General Manager

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from MG on Mar 8, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to your next visit. Be sure to check out the new shops and restaurants at the recently opened Ritz Carlton nearby. Hotel General Manager

4/10 Poor

amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well the staff was amazing. 32$ for parking totally and completely OUTRAGEOUS!! When we got to the room it sounded like someone was knocking on the door every hour. Finally figured it was some machine going on and off. Very very annoying. The shower head was AWESOME however the drain was broken and wouldn’t stay open and I couldn’t take it out. So while I was taking my shower the bath tub filled up with water. Which at the end I had to go ahead and hold the drain so it could drain. That frustrated me.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 8, 2024
Amanda,Thank you for acknowledging our team's exceptional service and the quality of our shower. We also appreciate your feedback regarding aspects such as parking and the noise you encountered during your stay. We have taken note of these concerns and will work to ensure we offer the highest level of guest experience. Your insights are valued, and we eagerly look forward to welcoming you back for a more seamless stay.Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed, sheets and pillows!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 5, 2024
Michael,It's wonderful to know that our comfortable beds left a positive impression on you and that you had a great time with us overall. We hope you got the chance to check out the local area during your visit, as our neighborhood has plenty of attractions and shops for every guest, like Powell's Book Store. Thank you so much for the perfect rating and we hope to see you again soon. Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and the staff were great but there was an incident. there was a fight between a few people in the room next to us and it got violent with alot of slamming and yelling. I hope everyone's OK.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Mar 5, 2024
James,We're glad you loved the room and found our team great. However, it's concerning to hear about the incident next door, and we take such matters seriously for the safety and comfort of our guests. We'll ensure our team is alert to promptly address and prevent such situations. Your safety is a priority, and we hope to welcome you back for a peaceful and enjoyable stay.Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Martin-Louis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient and charming hotel. Surrounding area has a lot of absolutely desperate drug users that bring down the entire vibe of the otherwise great neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you for staying with us. During your next stay, please check out the new Restaurants. at the new Ritz Carlton a block away and the shake shack around the corner. We look forward to your next visit. General Manager

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, peaceful and staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you for staying with us. During your next stay, please check out the Travel Portland Visitor Center on our block and Powells Books a block away. We look forward to your next visit. Sincerely, General Manager

8/10 Good

Arcenio, Las Vegas

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only complaint I would have was that the shower door leaked out to the bathroom floor creating a big puddle and potential slipping hazard.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will fix this leak right away. Sincerely, General Manager Mark Spencer Hotel

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Mar 20, 2024
Thank you for your continued support of The Mark Spencer Hotel. We appreciate your business and look forward to your next visit.Sincerely,Hotel ManagerMark Spencer Hotel

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we loved it all
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 27, 2024
Todd,Thank you for choosing Mark Spencer Hotel! We're glad you enjoyed your visit, and we hope you'll have the chance to drop into Powell's Book Store the next time you're in the area.Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Bria Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and simple property. The bed is comfortable, the room was clean, and despite the lack of regular room service you could request anything via text message and they would bring it right up. Not to mention the location was incredibly close to restaurants, shops, and public transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 27, 2024
Bria,It's good to hear you enjoyed our central location close to Portland's Theatre District and Powell's Book Store. We also thank you for highlighting our comfortable beds, dedication to cleanliness, and nice property overall. Your concerns on how we could've improved your time with us regarding our service are gratefully received, and we hope to welcome you back down the line for a better, more seamless visit. Please return soon and allow us to display our authentic, caring spirit of hospitality.Guest Relations Manager

8/10 Good

Lorrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 23, 2024
Lorrie,Thank you for sharing your short, but kind review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Mark Spencer Hotel and look forward to welcoming you back again.Guest Relations Manager

6/10 Okay

Ishikeeba, Tucson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and nicely decorated but we found a wad of hair on the bathroom wall. Apart from that, everything else was comfortable. The noise from the construction next door was loud and woke us up early but most of the staff was polite and helpful. And being able to make our own food using the stove was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Feb 21, 2024
Thank you for your kind comments and I have already discussed the issue in the bathroom with our Executive Housekeeper for follow up with the room attendant. We look forward to your next stay at The Mark Spencer.Thanks again,General Manager

10/10 Excellent

Jose Jonathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brent was very nice and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Feb 21, 2024
Thank you for choosing The Mark Spencer and we're glad you enjoyed your stay. I have already sent a note of appreciation to Brent. We look forward to your next visit. Thanks Again!General Manager

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the building
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Feb 21, 2024
Thank you for choosing The Mark Spencer and we're glad you enjoyed your stay at our Historic Hotel. Thanks Again!General Manager

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with comfortable rooms, nice location, and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 20, 2024
Gregory,Thank you for your perfect rating and kind words. We are delighted you enjoyed our central location, comfortable rooms, great value, and lovely property overall. Welcoming you back would be a pleasure, so please return to Mark Spencer Hotel soon.Guest Relations Manager

10/10 Excellent

Rabecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel, and we enjoyed our stay very much. The quiet was astounding, considering the prime downtown location. The room was gorgeous and immaculate. Temperature was easy to adjust and very comfortable, beds and sheets were luxurious. We didn't need the kitchenette, but it was great to have the suite with the couch and chair for reading after our visit to Powell's. We stayed here years ago with young kids, and the suite was great for that. The elevator from the parking garage was out during our stay--not a big problem for us, but I don't think there was an alternative for anyone with mobility issues. The espresso machine in the lobby was also broken. This was a problem only for the 1 minute it takes to get to one of many nearby coffee shops. The complimentary drip coffee was top notch, and I don't usually drink drip. Secure underground parking with in and out privileges was a bargain, and much appreciated. Front desk staff were helpful and friendly. Housekeeping is on-demand only, like everywhere else these days, and we actually prefer that. Also appreciated the QR code for tipping. We visit Portland for fun (great beer, food and live music) every few months. Efforts to clean up downtown seem to be starting to work. Despite a serious drug and homeless problem, we feel safe walking all over town. We have great affection for this city, and we can't wait to visit again in spring!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from General Manager on Feb 20, 2024
Rabecca,Your perfect rating and kind words keep us going strong. Thank you for spotlighting what you loved about your stay at Mark Spencer Hotel, especially our peaceful location, friendly staff, and all the comfort and amenities we provide our valued guests. We appreciate your feedback as we constantly aim to make the appropriate changes and enhance our guest experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Until then, we wish you well.Guest Relations Manager

8/10 Good

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from MG on Feb 21, 2024
Thank you for choosing The Mark Spencer and we're glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks Again!General Manager