Review: Hotel Eastlund in Portland, OR [2024]

Hotel Eastlund is a boutique hotel near the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon. It is part of the Best Western Premier Collection. I stayed here in May 2024 while I was in town for TravelCon.

I don’t usually stay at boutique-style properties, but thanks to the Delta Stays Amex Credit, I got $200 off my stay, which saved me quite a bit of cash! Since the hotel is steps away from the Oregon Convention Center, I figured it was worth a shot as the nearby Hyatt’s cash rates were expensive, and I wanted to save my Hyatt points for my extended stay at Lindner Hotel in Cologne.

Booking My Stay at Hotel Eastlund

I booked my room through the Delta Stays portal, powered by Expedia. I don’t usually recommend using a third-party site for bookings, but I had a $200 credit to burn, and I didn’t want to let that go to waste.

This was about $10 more per night than booking direct with Hotel Eastlund, so I recommend doing that if you are considering this hotel (unless you have a credit or other incentive).

Hotel Eastlund Location & Parking

Hotel Eastlund is located at 1021 NE Grand Ave in Portland, Oregon, kitty-corner from the Oregon Convention Center and across the street from Hyatt Regency.

It is 10 miles from Portland International Airport (about a 20-minute drive). If you feel adventurous walking across a bridge, Hotel Eastlund is also within walking distance of Downtown Portland.

Valet parking is available for $43 per night. Self-parking is available on the street.

Hotel Eastlund Lobby & Check-In

The hotel’s front desk is located directly past the entrance inside of the hotel. I had two separate reservations (to maximize my Delta Stays credits), and they were able to link them together once I arrived.

The lobby is inviting — with several areas to work and relax. The hotel’s gym and coffee shop are also located on this floor.

Hotel Eastlund King Room

If I had to choose one word to describe my room at Hotel Eastlund, it would be quirky! I could really feel the boutique vibe inside of the room — from the artwork to the furniture and fixtures.

I did think the faux-fur bedding was odd at first, but the bed was comfortable at night!

My room included a Keurig, a stocked mini-bar, and a tempting bottle of wine. Since I usually stay at hotels where I have status, I initially thought some of this was complimentary, but only the coffee and tea were. I only say this because I was about to dive in, and that would have been an expensive mistake!

Hotel Eastlund Dining Options

There are three restaurants at Hotel Eastlund. I tried two during my stay (I didn’t realize the third was part of the hotel until now).

Metropolitan Taven is a rooftop bar with impressive views of downtown Portland and the Willamette River. I stopped by here for Happy Hour one night and ordered their Yucatan Pork Tacos for $8 and a local beer on tap. Both were excellent! Happy Hour is from 3 pm to 6 pm and 9 pm to close daily.

Wild Bean Coffee Bar is on the first floor and open from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. It is a solid cafe that serves espresso drinks and offers excellent breakfast options. I stopped here each morning for a vanilla latte and ordered their avocado toast one day.

Amphora Wine Merchant is the third option at Hotel Eastlund, but I missed it during my stay. It can be accessed from the street and serves a small menu of snacks and sandwiches.

Here are photos from Wild Bean Coffee Bar:

Hotel Eastlund Gym

Hotel Eastlund’s Gym is small and located on the first floor behind the front desk.

It has two treadmills, an elliptical machine, a bike, a dumbbell set, and a few yoga mats.

It was functional during my visit — I was the only person in there — but it would be tight if multiple people were working out at the same time.

Closing Thoughts

Hotel Eastlund is a great mix of affordable and stylish accommodations, making it an excellent choice if you’re attending an event at the Oregon Convention Center. I enjoyed my stay there! While the hotel doesn’t have many on-site amenities, there is a small gym and three restaurants. The area is very walkable, so you can easily explore the city. I usually stay at points hotels, but this was a great option, and I would consider it again if I had to be in this part of Portland.

Have you stayed at Hotel Eastlund? Share your experience in a comment below!