StayAreasIs Nob Hill a good place to stay in Portland?
Yes, if you want a calm, leafy neighbourhood near Forest Park. It's lovely, but there's only one real hotel and downtown is a streetcar ride away.
Stay here if
- Couples
- Families
- Longer stays
Look elsewhere if
- You want lots of hotel choice
- You want nightlife
- You want to walk to downtown sights
Hotels in Nob Hill
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Staying in Nob Hill
Nob Hill is a lovely place to stay in Portland for a calm, neighbourhood feel. NW 23rd and 21st Avenues are lined with boutiques, cafés and restaurants, Forest Park starts a few blocks up the hill, and the streetcar runs through the Pearl District to downtown in about 15 minutes.
The area is residential, with Victorian houses, old trees and small shops. Locals walk their dogs to coffee on 23rd, hikers head up to the Wildwood Trail in Forest Park, and Pittock Mansion on the hill above has views of the city and Mount Hood on clear days.
The downside is the lack of hotels. There's essentially one hotel, the Inn at Northrup Station, so rooms book up fast, and most other places to stay are short-term rentals. Nightlife is low-key, and the main sights need a streetcar ride.
What makes Nob Hill special is how livable it feels. You can start the day with a forest hike, spend the afternoon browsing boutiques and eat at a neighbourhood restaurant in the evening. For a longer or slower stay, it's a delight.
Getting around
- NW 23rd Avenue7walk
- Powell's City of Books15transit
- Lan Su Chinese Garden15transit
- Pioneer Courthouse Square17transit
- Portland Art Museum20transit
- Portland Saturday Market21transit
- Portland International Airport (PDX)52
Nob Hill questions
Is Nob Hill a good area to stay in Portland?
Yes, if you want a calm, leafy neighbourhood near Forest Park. It's lovely, but there's only one real hotel and downtown is a streetcar ride away. It suits couples, families and longer stays.
How much does a hotel in Nob Hill cost?
A typical double is around $185 a night at a budget hotel, $185 mid-range and $185 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Nob Hill?
About 52 minutes door to door: MAX Red Line to downtown, then the NS streetcar.
How far is Nob Hill from the main sights?
Door to door from Nob Hill: NW 23rd Avenue 7 minutes on foot, Powell's City of Books 15 minutes, Lan Su Chinese Garden 15 minutes and Pioneer Courthouse Square 17 minutes.