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The Hotel Zags Portland

4.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Outdoor dining
Billiards
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly

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515 Southwest Clay St, Portland, OR, 97201
  • Place, Portland State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Portland Art Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (City)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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LCD TV, iPod dock, pay films

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Junior Room, 1 King Bed (City)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Garden)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite (Zags)

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed (City)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (City, Roll-in Shower)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Portland

The Hotel Zags Portland is centrally located in Portland, a 3-minute walk from Portland State University and 6 minutes by foot from Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. .This boutique hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Portland Art Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Pioneer Place.

What's nearby

  • Portland State University - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Keller Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Portland Art Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • SW Market & 5th Stop - 1 min walk
  • Portland Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love Belizean - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Jerk - SW - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Higgins Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Schmizza Pub & Grub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Zags Portland

Hotel with free breakfast, 3-minute walk to Portland State University
The Hotel Zags Portland offers 174 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 174 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at PLS on Sixth serving guests of The Hotel Zags Portland. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Portland? This hotel has 2740 square feet (255 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 5 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
PLS on Sixth - Onsite bistro. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • PLS on Sixth

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,740 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between midnight and 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 45.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 34.80 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 45.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between midnight and 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property charges per-night fees for additional included amenities.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Reviews

The Hotel Zags Portland Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jordan M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was limited, garage didn’t work, cleanliness was
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James, oakland

Liked: Staff & service
Great front desk staff, poor maintenance and housekeeping is almost non-existent
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed the space for games, Smores, dance on Saturday p.m. Rose & another young women were phenomenal in storing our luggage so we could do some sightseeing & come back a few hrs. later. They were labeled properly & were available when we needed to leave. They should both get an A+
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jerah, Belen

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel itself was cool, like a modernized motor inn. Free pinball! A good bar. Comfy outdoor space. Nice amenities. However, the rooms are ready for renovation. The carpet was stained pretty badly, and the bathroom tile too. The tub/shower is really outdated. But yeah I'd stay again for the free pinball.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A favorite

I always look forward to a trip to Portland because it means a stay here. Great central location, attentive staff, comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were far from the sparkling rooms pictured. Arrived and turned on the tap - rust in the water for the first minute. Yellowed bathtub floor. Fresh sheets? Found a red-brown stain on the duvet underside. Asked for new sheets - even the new clean sheets had a hole in the duvet. Complimentary breakfast is misleading advertising. No fresh food - stale bagels, Costco muffins, cereal & milk, and boiled eggs. Could at least get a waffle maker… Good things - service was nice & responsive when we asked for reclean, sheets, etc. The common area has events like dancing & smores, keeping things lively. There’s many games and activities that can be checked out at the front desk which is entertaining. But the actual amenities felt 2-star unfortunately
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irvin

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Very clean, location is good. Our room was right next to elevator and we didn't hear it at all. I loved the games in the lobby and the courtyard.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and a lot of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Karla, Bellevue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cons: 1. Dog friendly hotel with carpet instead of vinyl flooring. I got severely bitten by fleas in the first room and had to transfer to another room. Both rooms had stained carpets and smelled like dog. 2. Parking lot is very small and there isn't enough turning radius to park in some of the spots along the walls. There are a lot of large pillars and several spots are reserved for monthly parking tenants. A lot of the outdoor level spots are blocked off with cones. If you have a large truck or if you arrive on a weekend evening, good luck finding parking. 3. Continental breakfast is pretty bad. There were some bagels and cereal, coffee/tea, Dannon yogurt, and cold boiled eggs. 4. You get 2 free water bottles that are supposed to be in the room fridge, but they were not there. There are two $8 bottles on the desk. Don't mistake those for the 2 free water bottles. There is no water bottle filling station. 5. The air conditioner sounds like a turbo jet engine. It woke us up continuously throughout the night. My husband said it should be called "Hotel Zucks" instead of "Hotel Zags". Pros: 1. Windows open so I could dry some clothes and get some fresh air in the stinky room. 2. Staff were friendly and helpful. 3. Lobby area with arcade games was nice for families, but we didn't use those amenities. 4. I like that instead of a small, underequipped gym, they give out day passes to the 24 hr. Fitness 1 block away. We also used the opportunity to refill our water bottles.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanatcha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaliyah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Doris

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel downtown

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison V

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
S’more’s and unlimited games at night, brilliant! No fuss continental breakfast was new and free pinball was a blast. Our first room was unfortunately smoked in, they moved us no problem. We walked to the Saturday Market, dinner at the Duck House and brunch at Mother’s Bistro both were excellent. Another fun getaway to Portland
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chitra

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Bath tub was not clean and the shower was not working well. Over priced for the breakfast and facilities and neatness of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025