Suite, 1 King Bed (Grand)

Reviews of The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

4.5 out of 5
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
506 SW Washington St, Portland, OR

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1004 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check in, and helpful staff went above and beyond. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 17, 2024
Steven, thank you for your positive remarks. At The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown, we're delighted to hear about your efficient check-in process and the stellar service provided by our team members. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. We can't wait to welcome you back!

10/10 Excellent

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 16, 2024
Todd, thank you for choosing The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown and rating us so highly. We're thrilled to see you had a delightful stay and look forward to welcoming you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very artistic hotel. Beautiful room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 15, 2024
Ben, it's splendid to hear you found The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown to be creatively designed and your room pleasing. We appreciate your feedback and eagerly anticipate your return.

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 15, 2024
Thank you for this excellent rating, Marisa!We're always working hard to provide a high-quality experience for all of our guests so It's wonderful to hear that you had such an enjoyable stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown! We'd love to host you again someday for yet another unforgettable visit.

10/10 Excellent

Ravinder

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ‘staff’ here were absolutely wonderful….right from the young gentleman from the UK at the front desk to the other nice gentleman who got me a kettle and coffee maker. The hotel itself and the room was so beautiful. I’d love to go back :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 11, 2024
Ravinder, thank you for your uplifting words! We're thrilled to hear your interactions with our team members at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown contributed to a wonderful stay. It's always a pleasure to know that our beautifully designed rooms and amenities enhanced your experience. We are excited to welcome you back for another enjoyable visit in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Los Angeles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 10, 2024
Erin, it's fantastic to hear that you loved your stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. Our team members strive to create a wonderful experience for all our guests. We are excited to welcome you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

danielle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and beautiful property! Will stay here again in a heartbeat
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 8, 2024
Danielle, it's always a joy to read such positive comments about The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We are thrilled you admire our beautifully-kept property and found our team members delightful. We eagerly anticipate your return, so we can provide another memorable experience for you.

10/10 Excellent

John, Indianapolis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful desk staff accommodated early check in. Very nicely decorated and spacious rooms. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 19, 2024
John, we're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. It's great to hear you appreciated our team members at the desk and found our rooms to be well-appointed and roomy. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 7, 2024
Philip, it's great to see you had a pleasing experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We appreciate your rating and hope to welcome you back in the near future. Thanks for choosing us for your stay in Portland.

10/10 Excellent

William, Spokane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Very large rooms Great value Easy parking Beautiful and interesting decor. Not another stamped out room with no character
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 1, 2024
William, thank you for recognizing The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown's allure, enhanced by its distinct and appealing style. We are glad you appreciated our spacious accommodations, convenient parking, and exceptional value. We commend our team members for assisting in making your stay enjoyable. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another delightful visit.

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a really fun property! We took advantage of the piano and the lobby. We stopped by the fireplace when we had friends visit. The breakfast in the morning was plentiful and the free morning coffee was excellent. Couple drawbacks: my mattress needs to be rotated. It was crushed on one side where people sit. Second, the sliding doors in our suite or very difficult to close. I'm glad they're there. Because I had a friend stay on the pull-out sofa. (I cleared with the front desk that I had a local friend stay with me. It was okay.) The best part of my stay was Nikki and the other front desk staff. They do a great job of making the place welcoming. Housekeeping was lovely as well. I will definitely come back and recommend your property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 1, 2024
David, it's delightful to hear that you had an enjoyable stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're glad you were able to appreciate our property's amenities such as the piano, fireplace, and our generous breakfast offerings. It thrills us to hear you found our morning coffee perfect for starting your day.We've taken note of your comments regarding the mattress and the sliding doors in your suite. Rest assured it's our priority to maintain a comfortable environment for all our guests.Your kind words about Nikki and our front desk colleagues are heartwarming. Everyone here strives to make our space welcoming and it's wonderful to note that their efforts made an impression.We anticipate your next visit and appreciate your recommendation. Thank you for sharing your feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decorations, nice lobby, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 27, 2024
Jeff, it's terrific to hear that you enjoyed the aesthetic appeal and prime location of The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We always strive to provide a welcoming environment for our guests to enjoy during their stay. We hope to welcome you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Ivy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 28, 2024
Ivy, it's delightful to hear that you had a wonderful experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We genuinely appreciate your feedback and we're glad we could meet your expectations. We look forward to your next visit. Safe travels until then.

10/10 Excellent

Laarni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures don’t do justice to what this hotel look like in person. The hotel is clean, the service staff are all pleasant and the only thing I didn’t like was the homeless situation in some corners around the area. You will see pockets that are shady, but overall it was a a great experience. The hotel is in the middle of a lot of great restaurants. I walked alone at night to get to dine and was always guarded although I saw a quite a few walking out at night before and after.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 26, 2024
Laarni, we're delighted to hear about your great experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. Our dedicated team members always strive to maintain an immaculate setup and provide welcoming service. While we understand your concerns about areas outside of our premises, please know that the safety of our guests is highly important to us. It's also wonderful to hear you were able to enjoy the local dining options around us. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Gavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay and fantastic experience very convenient location with many restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 24, 2024
Gavi, we're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. It’s wonderful to learn that you found our central location convenient with lots of dining options around. We hope to be your host again on your next visit. Thank you for choosing and reviewing us on Expedia.

8/10 Good

PETER

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this facility for many years on and off. We always get the two room suite which is 550 ft.² The place is a little old and some outdated, but nice and funky in its own way. They offer a grab and go breakfast in the old restaurant area which has pastries, fruit, yogurt, and coffee/tea. You will notice there is a $25 per day resort fee added, so it is not free. You also get a couple of bottles of water in your room.. They have not had an attached Restaurant to the hotel since Sonesta took it over from Kimpton. Parking is very expensive, but we typically can find a place on the street in front of the hotel. if you’re going to do that get the Portland parking app called ParkingKitty. The unhoused people seem to be less frequent which is good. Make sure your credit card has enough money to cover the room charge plus a refundable hundred dollars a day extra charge that they book when you check in. You can get daily housekeeping if you request, but some days it is spotty.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 21, 2024
Peter, thank you for your detailed feedback on The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're pleased to hear you appreciate the distinctive charm of our suites. We're glad you enjoyed the grab-and-go breakfast option, however, we apologize if the resort fee was not clearer upon booking. We are continuously looking for ways to enhance our guests' experience, and we appreciate your suggestions. Regarding the restaurant, parking, and daily housekeeping, we highly appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration. We are thrilled to have you as a repeated guest and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit.

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again. I very funky hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 19, 2024
David, we're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. Your recognition of our distinctive style is much appreciated. We look forward to your return.

8/10 Good

Jenny

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 8, 2024
Jenny, thank you for your rating of The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. It's great to see you enjoyed your visit. We strive to provide our guests with a memorable experience and we're delighted we were able to achieve this for you. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 7, 2024
Marc, it's wonderful to see you enjoyed your stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're grateful for your rating and would be thrilled to welcome you back for another memorable visit in the future. Thanks for choosing us for your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 19, 2024
Thomas, thank you for your high rating of The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. It's a pleasure to see that you had a fantastic stay. We appreciate you selecting our hotel and we hope to serve you again soon.

8/10 Good

Shauna

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Apr 6, 2024
Shauna, thanks for choosing The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown and leaving a rating. We anticipate your next visit for a chance to make your experience even more enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely stay here again! It was accessible to everything! Great staff! Historical building
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 17, 2024
Gregory, thank you for sharing your amazing experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. It's fantastic to know you enjoyed our convenient location and the attentive service from our team members in our venerable property. We anticipate your next visit, eager to provide yet another unforgettable stay.

8/10 Good

Deanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the ascetic of the hotel, very cool decor. The room was spacious and comfortable. Staff were all very friendly. The cons were the hotel borders on a rough area of town, the parking was overpriced and they didn't clean the room the 2nd day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 14, 2024
Deanna, it's wonderful to hear that you appreciated the unique decor at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're glad you found the room spacious and our team members friendly.Regarding your concerns, we aim to provide a comfortable stay for all our guests and apologize if some aspects did not meet your expectations. The location of our establishment offers a unique blend of experiences, although we understand everyone's perception of the surroundings differs. Additionally, we acknowledge your feedback about the parking and room cleanliness. Rest assured, we are committed to continuous improvement for the satisfaction of our guests. Thank you for sharing your perspective, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 12, 2024
Sandeep, it's a delight to know you had a five-star experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We always strive to offer a top-notch service and it's wonderful to see this reflected in your rating. We thank you for choosing us for your stay and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

4/10 Poor

Treena, Surrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This is a lovely property and I like the eclectic vibe. Our room was huge and really nice. There are a lot of extra fees which add up, the vip parking discount is only on one night which isn’t what I understood… that may be on me but parking cost is crazy and the ‘resort fee’ is a money grab. I also note that we did not receive housekeeping service for our entire stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 4, 2024
Treena, it's valuable to learn about your recent experience with us. It's pleasing to know you appreciated the unique ambiance and spaciousness of your room. On the topic of fees, we strive for transparency and regret any misunderstandings regarding parking charges. Similarly, we regret any inconvenience regarding housekeeping. For longer stays, we typically schedule refresh services every few days for sustainability purposes, though our team members are always available upon request. We appreciate your feedback, we're continuously looking for ways to improve services for our guests.

10/10 Excellent

Josh, Ft. Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 24, 2024
Thank you for the 5 out of 5 rating, Josh!We're thrilled to see how much you enjoyed staying at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future! Thank you again for sharing.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Palmdale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 29, 2024
Wendy, thank you for choosing The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're thrilled you had an excellent stay, and we look forward to your return visit. Safe travels until then!

6/10 Okay

Adam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
hidden 25$ fee for no reason and expensive parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 26, 2024
Adam, we appreciate your feedback regarding unexpected fees and car parking rates. We ensure transparency with all charges, and we're sorry if there was confusion. For the best available rates and offers in the future, it's recommended to review all information available at the time of booking. Regardless, your comments are valuable, and they help us improve our guests' experience.

4/10 Poor

jaclyn maria

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A total mess. We had a room with a clogged tub and black mold coming out of the drain. Moved to another room that had not been cleaned as there were smudges all over the lower half of the mirrors from a child. Spent 2 hours in limbo moving from one room to the next room. Finally received a clean room which was a “comped upgrade” (it was the exact same as the one booked) but what was most outrageous is that we were given a room that management opened with us at the door and it was already occupied. Management completely violated their privacy by barging in on those guests and made us feel super uncomfortable. She did not apologize to them or us about that incident. It was a total mess.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 23, 2024
Jaclyn, it's regrettable to learn about the issues you faced during your stay, including the bathroom tub and the cleanliness of the replacement room. We understand that these experiences, including the room mix-up, may have tarnished your overall impression of our hotel. We take such matters very seriously and would like to reassure you that we have already taken steps to avoid such situations in the future. It's definitely not indicative of the experience we aim to provide. While we can't change your past stay, we hope for another opportunity to deliver a service that aligns better with our commitment to hospitality.

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Liked the breakfast every morning and the public area. But Faucet and outlets were broken, and valet service was not instant
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 20, 2024
Christopher, it's regrettable that certain aspects of your stay didn't live up to expectations. We appreciate your enjoyment of our morning meals and public spaces. We're also sorry you encountered trouble with some room facilities and our valet service. We always strive to deliver prompt and efficient services. Know that we take feedback like this into account as we look for ways to improve the guest experience. We hope for another chance to provide a more satisfying stay in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 21, 2024
Thanks for the fantastic rating, Rebekah!It's outstanding we could exceed your expectations during your stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're all looking forward to your next stay with us.

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Mar 21, 2024
Thank you for the 4/5 rating, Paula!We are excited to see that you had an enjoyable experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're so glad that you felt comfortably accommodated during your visit. We'd love to host you again for an even more enjoyable stay!

8/10 Good

Jolvin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, lot of fees. Great area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 14, 2024
Jolvin, it brings us joy knowing that you found The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown to be excellent and in a convenient location. We understand your concerns about the extra charges. They're necessary to maintain our high standard of services and amenities. We hope it didn't overshadow your enjoyable experience and looking forward to welcoming you back.

10/10 Excellent

Kagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice decor!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 13, 2024
Kagan, we're thrilled you appreciated the decor at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. Our goal is to create a pleasant atmosphere for our guests. We hope to welcome you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed there before, and have always loved it. The location is perfect for walking. Portland is Portland so take that into account when walking, but the area is safe and way less homelessness downtown than our last trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 12, 2024
Michael, it's certainly delightful to hear about your repeated visits to The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We're heartened that its convenient location suits your needs. We believe Portland truly has much to offer, and we're thrilled to provide accommodations amidst its unique fabric. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back during your next visit. Safe travels!

8/10 Good

Kory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Sonesta was a very stylish boutique like hotel. Loved the vibe and look of the place. Everyone was nice and helpful. Great downtown location. Valet parking was a great addition but it was a bit expensive at 52$ a night added to total expenses. Loved my stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 7, 2024
Kory, it's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We pride ourselves on our unique hotel that offers a chic atmosphere and our friendly team is always eager to assist. Our valet service aims to provide convenience to our guests and we trust it was helpful despite the cost. Thank you for your recommendation, and we're thrilled you appreciated our prime location. We look forward to welcoming you back.

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel. Great location, friendly and helpful staff, and very comfortable and regal rooms with a cool library/sitting room. I stay here every time I come to my old stomping grounds !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 8, 2024
Taryn, the Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown appreciates your wonderful comments! We're thrilled that our prime location, welcoming team members, and comfortable, royal-inspired rooms continue to impress you. Hearing that you always choose us when returning to your old stomping grounds truly means a lot. Until next time!

2/10 Terrible

melissa

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was horribly run down and date. The pictures are a real bait and switch. Mold in bathroom, damage to doors, fixtures, carpet. The smell was what sent us over the edge tho, it smelled like burnt sewage or trash in the halls and room. I didn’t stay, I had to leave and my coworker stayed to tough it out. Really disappointing. Valet parking was $52/night. And reprt fee was $25/night. Problem paying with a business debit card. Will not ever be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 8, 2024
Melissa, it's regrettable to hear about your recent experience. We understand your disappointment regarding the condition of the rooms and the unwanted odors you encountered. Also, we acknowledge your frustration with the charges for valet parking and the resort fee as well as difficulties you handled with a business debit card transaction. While we always strive to provide a pleasant stay, it seems we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback as it reveals areas that require our attention and improvement. Please accept our sincerest apologies. We hope you'll allow us another chance to welcome you and demonstrate our commitment to creating an enjoyable experience for our guests.

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 29, 2024
Angela, thank you for staying with us at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. A rating of four out of five suggests your visit was enjoyable overall. We would be very happy to welcome you back and strive to make your next stay even more impressive. Safe travels until then!

2/10 Terrible

alex

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly wierd and creepy hotel, the rooms have weird peep holes and large blood stains that have furniture or some decoration trying to cover it, accidentally opened a maintenance staff door thought it was the ice room, And saw a man looking through a hole in the wall. The man started yelling at me at the top of his lungs. Very wierd things are going on at this hotel, u can feel the intense energy as soon as you walk in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 26, 2024
Alex, it's concerning to hear about your experience as your comfort and safety are our topmost priorities. Your description is noted and we'd like to assure you that we're taking these allegations very seriously. We apologize not meeting your expectations, and we appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. Rest assured, we continuously strive to improve our services and guest experience.

6/10 Okay

Eric

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice, but the surrounding area had a lot of homelessness. Also, the 24 valet parking is okay but the staff aren’t really at their valet stand most of the time, expect a wait when picking up your car
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 26, 2024
Eric, it's promising to hear that you appreciated our hotel. Regarding the locale, we're situated in a bustling urban environment, which can present its own diverse set of circumstances. As for the valet parking, our dedicated team members genuinely strive for swift service. We've taken your remarks onboard, and we're committed to making continuous improvements. We hope you give us another opportunity to serve you even better in the future.

8/10 Good

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have been staying at this hotel for over 10 years on and off. The Suites are a good size in a sitting area can be separated from the bedroom with sliding doors. The restaurant attached to the just hotel is under renovation, so there was no local food. For some nice dinner eating it is suggested to go over to the Pearl District. There is a $25 per day extra fee for supposedly the use of the gym and some other things and two bottles of water when you first get there, plus some coffee and muffins in the morning. The room service for fresh towels and making the bed was not the best. For parking at the hotel is $52. If you are driving, there is usually parking across the street or just down the street that you can use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 23, 2024
Peter, thank you for your continued loyalty to The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown over the years. It's gratifying to know you appreciate the spaciousness of our suites and their features. Please pardon any inconvenience due to the temporary restaurant renovations. Regarding the amenities charge, it includes a myriad of extras that we believe add value to our guests' stays. We're sorry to hear about the housekeeping concerns and we'll ensure this matter is discussed with our team. With regards to parking, we try to offer competitive rates and appreciate your tips for alternative parking solutions. We hope your next stay will exceed your expectations.

10/10 Excellent

LEVOY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 22, 2024
Levoy, thank you for your rating. We're thrilled to know you had a great stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. We hope to see you again soon for another exceptional visit.

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 17, 2024
Connor, thank you for the glowing review! The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown team takes pride in delivering exceptional service. We're thrilled you had a wonderful experience and look forward to hosting you again during your future visits.

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from TomtheGM on Feb 6, 2024
Thanks Connor ! We loved having you with us.

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came here to have one night of warmth after losing power at our house and sleeping in the cold house (30F) for 3 nights. The hotel was SUPER cold and our room was 54F so we spent $193 to barely sleep again because we were cold YET AGAIN and regret coming. We would have been better off sleeping in our cold house and saving money or going to a different hotel. They offered no solutions or compensation. NOT HAPPY.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 17, 2024
Paula, it's clear your stay didn't meet the level of comfort you expected and we truly regret to hear that. Our team members work hard to provide a pleasant and warm experience for all our guests. It's disheartening that you experienced chilly temperatures instead. We always aim to resolve any concerns during the stay itself and we're sorry we fell short this time. We strive to provide valuable service for the price and we're sorry if you felt this wasn't the case. Your feedback is pivotal in helping us improve for the future. We sincerely hope you consider giving us another chance to deliver a better experience.

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Go elsewhere
There was no heat. Which was explained when we checked in. But the service wasn’t good. Employees seem pre-occupied and unenthusiastic despite the fact there was no one staying here. They offer no services onsite whatsoever. The breakfast was sort of pathetic. This place needs a new life - sad to see it go down like this because it’s a beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 17, 2024
Jennifer, we sincerely appreciate your feedback. It's regrettable to hear about your recent experience with the temperature control and our team members. We assure you, our team is committed to delivering high-quality services to all our guests. In response to your comments about our amenities, we continue to refine and improve based on guest feedback. We're disappointed that you found our breakfast selection underwhelming. Our team always aims to offer diverse and enjoyable options. We're devoted to preserving the authentic charm of our facility and enhancing the guest experience. Your insight is valuable for us. We invite you to revisit us in the future for a refreshed experience.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceeded expectations!
Thank you, Karla, for the upgrade and your hospitality! Front desk people remembered our names and that we were on a birthday trip. The room was great with comfortable beds and the location was centrally located in the downtown area. The hotel had board games to borrow if your party wants to hang out in the room or the spacious lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 17, 2024
Christopher, it's wonderful to hear about your experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown. Having team members like Karla who remember your names and the occasion of your visit certainly adds a personal touch to your stay. Our prime location, cozy rooms, and amenities such as the borrowable board games add excitement to your downtime spent in the hotel. We hope to host your future celebration trips!

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Five Star Service
Karla was exceptional in the level of service that she provided. My friends and I were visiting Portland for the weekend to celebrate my 30th birthday. Unfortunately, a lot of things were closed due to severe weather. However, she was very accommodating with any needs that we needed. The rest of the staff were phenomenal as well. If we decide to come back we will definitely be staying at the Sonesta with Karla!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Jan 16, 2024
Mark, it's delightful to hear about your recent experience at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown, particularly about the service received from our outstanding team member, Karla. We're thrilled that our dedicated team was able to accommodate your needs and make your weekend unforgettable, despite the severe weather. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for more celebrations in the future!

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Customer Service on Feb 4, 2024
Sarah, we're delighted to hear that your stay at The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown was enjoyable. We strive to offer a memorable experience for our guests and your rating indicates that we achieved that during your stay. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon.