The Society Hotel is a collection of boutique hotels, with this location built within reclaimed buildings in Portland's Downtown district. It features a design-focused, minimalist aesthetic intended to encourage connection and collaboration among travelers, digital nomads, friends, and families. The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk and offers social spaces. Its on-site restaurant, The Society Hotel Cafe, serves a menu with tasty dishes and is committed to quality coffee. There is also a spa available.
Should you book The Society Hotel?
A stylish hotel in downtown Portland with social spaces, an on-site cafe, and a spa.
Best for
- Location in downtown Portland
- Social atmosphere
- Spa facilities
Maybe not ideal for
- Shared bathrooms in some rooms
Design and social spaces
Housed in reclaimed buildings, the hotel offers a minimalist aesthetic. Social spaces are designed to encourage connection, complemented by unique design elements.
On-site spa and cafe
The spa features a courtyard with a saltwater soaking pool, sauna, cold plunge, and hot tub. The Society Hotel Cafe serves a menu with quality coffee and dishes.
Downtown Portland location
Situated in the Downtown Portland district, the hotel is a short walk from Lan Su Chinese Garden and Powell's City of Books.
Rooms & rates
King Suite
19.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
Private suite · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Free Wifi
Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
Room with shared bathroom · City view · Air conditioning · Free Wifi
King Suite with Sofa Bed
20.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Free Wifi
Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed
Bed in dorm · Air conditioning · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Good Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tour desk
- Stand-up comedy
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
Location
203 Northwest 3rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97209, United States, Portland, Oregon
The Society Hotel is located in Portland, Oregon.
5 sights nearby, the closest being The Merchant's Hotel at 300 ft; the nearest metro station, Northwest 5th & Couch, is 500 ft away.
Things to do nearby
- The Merchant's Hotelhistoric site300 ft
- Lan Su Chinese Gardengarden450 ft
- Japanese American Historical Plazahistoric site0.2 mi
- Oregon Jewish Museummuseum0.2 mi
- Portland Saturday Marketmarket0.2 mi
Getting around
- Northwest 5th & Couchmetro station500 ft
- Old Town/Chinatownmetro station0.1 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.1 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 886 guest reviews
The Society Hotel wins consistent praise for its exceptionally friendly staff, central Portland location, and strong value for money, making it a comfortable base for budget-conscious travellers. However, a recurring and significant issue is booking confusion between private rooms and hostel dorms, and several guests flagged safety concerns and unpleasant conditions on the surrounding streets. Minor practical shortcomings — limited in-room storage, noise bleed, and sparse kitchen facilities — are worth noting for longer stays.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 14 · average 9
They wrote about: room, bathroom, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 15 · average 7.5
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hotel's location?
The Society Hotel is located in the Downtown Portland district. It is close to attractions like the Lan Su Chinese Garden and Powell's City of Books.
What are the room types?
Room options include King Suites, King Suites with Sofa Beds, Queen Rooms with Shared Bathrooms, and Single Beds in Mixed Dormitory Rooms.
Does the hotel offer breakfast?
Yes, the hotel is noted for having good breakfast and features The Society Hotel Cafe which serves tasty dishes and coffee.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
Yes, family rooms are available at the hotel.
What attractions are nearby?
Nearby attractions include the Lan Su Chinese Garden, Powell's City of Books, the Portland Art Museum, and the Oregon Convention Center.
What is the price range?
Prices start from $65 for a single bed in a mixed dormitory room, with other rooms ranging up to $256.