Experience Portland Culture - From Our Staff Who Know It Best!
Getting off the beaten path and discovering hidden gems is one of the wonders of travel. But how do you find those special places? Ask a local. Hotel Monaco helps you make the most of your Portland stay by sharing our staff's favorite picks and insider tips.
We asked our intrepid staff: If you had only two days in Portland, what would you do? Take a peek, have some fun and Live Like a Local.
Jennifer Parker
Area Assistant Director of Sales
Porltand has a lot of parks - including the best one at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Great for excursions, play dates, friendly eats & more!
Jamison Square has an interactive fountain, pool and outdoor art that make it a "kid friendly" magnet for families.
Alison Brown
Conference Services Coordinator
Located in the city's trendiest shopping district-Crossroads Trading Company offers consignment clothing in a really cool setting.
Portland has an eco-friendly mindset and this includes vintage shopping. I like Buffalo Exchange which offers a wide variety of clothing and shoes.
Todd Moehling
Bellman
Known as "Portland's Living Room" - this outdoor public space (Pioneer Square) is just 1 block from the Hotel Monaco.
A community built skate park located under the Burnside Bridge on 2nd Avenue is a favorite among local Portland skate artists.
Jessica Hage
City Reservation Agent
This expert local brewer, BridgePort Brewing Company offers a fun local atmosphere that is hard to beat in Portland.
With more than 40 local breweries in Portland, the choices are endless. Deschutes is one of the best and has a fun pub atmosphere.
Emily Dalsfoist
Conference Service Manager
Perfectly situated at the Hotel Monaco, Dosha salon and spa offers a full range of treatments and services.
Get Fit & Feel Great! Blossoming Lotus Yoga offers donation-based classes with skilled instructors. Check out their urban yoga oasis and more!