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Hotel Overview

515 Southwest Clay Street, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97201

The Hotel Zags Portland - Downtown hotel with courtyard views near Portland International Airport

The Hotel Zags Portland is located in downtown Portland's Business District, 25 km from Portland International Airport. The hotel features 174 rooms and suites with city or courtyard views, a Gear Shed offering bicycles and outdoor equipment, and a complimentary continental breakfast. Nearby attractions include the Portland Art Museum, Pioneer Courthouse Square, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. The hotel has received the AAA Best of Housekeeping award.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 7am to 11am

Gear Shed with bicycles, skateboards, and outdoor equipment for guest use

Pet-friendly accommodations with a two-dog maximum

Access to 24 Hour Fitness with a guest pass

Courtyard with bocce ball and cornhole

Loaner cameras available for guest use

Rooms overview

The hotel offers 174 rooms and suites with city or courtyard views. Premier Garden King Rooms feature king-size beds and views of Portland's West Hills. Premier Double Queen Rooms accommodate up to four guests with two queen-size beds. Accessible rooms include roll-in showers or shower benches with grab bars. The Zags Suite has a separate living room connected to the bedroom by a sliding glass door. All rooms include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and designer linens.

Other conveniences

Pillow-top beds with designer linens

Mini fridges in all rooms

Plush microfiber robes

All-natural bath products

Smartphone-docking stereo

Work desks in all rooms

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

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Deluxe King Room
Max:
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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King Room Garden View
Max:
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
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1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Superior Suite
Max:
2 persons
550 sq. feet 
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Shower
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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
Portland2300 ft
Airports
Portland International (PDX) 13.7 mi
Charlotte Amalie Harbor Seaplane Base (spb) 23.6 mi
Train
East Morrison Street Station4300 ft
Portland Union Station 1.1 mi
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel Location

515 Southwest Clay Street, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97201
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515 Southwest Clay Street, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97201
Nearby
Museum
Portland Art Museum
2000 ft
Fountain
Ira Keller Fountain Park
800 ft
Museum
Portland Police Memorial
1800 ft
1150 Southwest Fifth Ave
The Portland Building
1100 ft
Public Building
Portland City Hall
1200 ft
Art object
Portlandia
1400 ft
Restaurants
The Rookery
1000 ft
1331 SW Broadway
Keller Cafe
900 ft
222 SW Clay St
Mika Japanese Sushi
1200 ft
1425 SW 2nd Ave
Caffee Umbria -- Madison Cafe
1500 ft
710 SW Madison St
Xport Bar & Lounge
1500 ft
1355 SW 2nd Ave
Standford's Bar & Grill
1500 ft
Restaurant
Growler USA
1800 ft
631 SW Harrison St
ArtBar & Bistro
1600 ft
S.W. Broadway and Main
McMenamins Market Street Pub
1500 ft
1526 SW 10th Ave

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 11 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 1361 reviews
Anne
United States, April  2024
7.6/10

The hotel rooms were good in temperature, making it easy to stay in on a rainy day. They were not as clean as expected and slightly small, but still suitable for a couple. The service was slow but accommodating and incredibly helpful and attentive, especially when dealing with the bed and shower. The location was nice and quiet, albeit a bit of a walk to the center. The dining experience was overpriced but the restaurant offered very good dishes. The facilities were decent with transportation close by.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were good in temperature and made it easy to stay in on a rainy day. They were a bit small, but not bad for a couple. However, they were not as clean as expected.
Service
8.0
The service was slow but accommodating, and the staff was incredibly helpful and attentive, especially when dealing with the bed and shower.
Location
8.0
The location was nice and very quiet, suitable for working on presentations. It was a bit of a walk to the center but had transportation close by.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was overpriced in general, but the restaurant served very good dishes.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were decent, with transportation close by.
quiet
overpriced
Louis
United Kingdom, February  2024
6.0/10

The hotel has its ups and downs. The rooms, despite a strong cigarette smoke smell and being a bit small, offer some level of comfort. The service, while friendly and accommodating, can be hit or miss. The location is decent, close to transportation but a bit far from the center. The dining options are subpar, with overpriced and mediocre choices. Overall, it's a mixed bag in terms of experience.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms smelt strongly of cigarette smoke and were a little on the small side.
Service
7.0
The service at Hotel Modera was super friendly and accommodating.
Location
6.0
The location was good, near city transportation but a bit of a walk to the center.
Dining
5.0
The dining was overpriced and mediocre at best.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities provided were satisfactory.
Frederick
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were comfortable with nice complementary toiletries and coffee/tea, although they were a bit smallish for yoga practice. However, the noise levels were bothersome, and my request to adjust the heat was not fulfilled.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable with very nice complementary toiletries and coffee/tea.
Service
8.0
The staff seemed to be always busy and almost never said 'hi/hello'. However, they were incredible with handling special requests about checking in and were very friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location near the PSU campus was very good for what I was doing in the city. It was a bit of a walk to the center but easy to find off of Clay Street.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was mediocre at best, with overpriced options. However, some special dishes were very good.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers useful services like grocery shopping, shops, and a welcome drink, making the stay convenient.
Stuart
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.0/10

The hotel offers comfortable rooms with real cream containers for gourmet coffee but faces a busy intersection. The service is very expensive but helpful and responsive at all hours. The location is excellent for accessing downtown and PSU, with various transportation options nearby. The dining is overpriced and mediocre, with French bread being a highlight.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms feature real cream containers for gourmet coffee but face a busy intersection.
Service
6.0
The service is very expensive but helpful and responsive at all hours.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent for downtown and PSU, close to central restaurants and walkable areas.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience is overpriced and mediocre, with the French bread standing out.
Facilities
8.0
Facilities include a grocery shopping service, commercial services, welcome drink, pet amenities, and happy hour.
Convenient Location
Expensive Service
Mark
United Kingdom, September  2023
6.6/10

The room was decent for the price paid, but some improvements are needed like better airflow and fixing damages before charging premium rates. The service had its ups and downs, with a mix of helpfulness and lack of friendliness, but certain amenities were appreciated. The location, while good for specific activities, still has room for enhancement to reach a top-tier status. Dining options were disappointing and overpriced. Overall, a mixed experience with some positives and areas that require attention.

Rooms
6.0
The room wasn't automatically cleaned daily and lacked a Queen or King-sized bed, but the cost was less than expected.
Service
7.0
The service was a mixed bag, friendly at times but not consistently so. Some additional amenities were beneficial.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for certain activities but fell short of being exceptional. Some notable spots nearby.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was below expectations, overpriced, and not satisfactory.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were average, with room for improvement. Some notable room for growth.
John
United Kingdom, September  2023
6.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. The rooms, although comfortable, had some issues like not being able to adjust the heat, which made it pretty cold and the musty smell didn't help. On the bright side, the service was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The location was convenient for our event, but the neighboring noise was a drawback. The dining experience was overpriced and mediocre. Overall, a stay with some ups and downs.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were comfortable.
Service
8.0
The service was very friendly and hospitable.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for the event we attended.
Dining
5.0
The dining was overpriced and not good.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were average.
Friendly staff
Overpriced dining
George
United Kingdom, September  2023
6.8/10

The hotel rooms could have more to offer for the price and felt a bit outdated. While not as clean as expected, the presence of darts and pool tables added a fun touch to the stay. The service was really friendly, especially Brennon, who was super helpful during check-in and check-out. However, more knowledge about local dining and attractions would enhance the experience. The location was convenient for exploring the city on foot, though not as ideal as expected. The dining experience was overpriced but still enjoyable. The hotel facilities offered opportunities for entertainment and relaxation.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were a bit outdated and could have had more amenities for the price.
Service
8.0
The service was really friendly and accommodating, especially Brennon who was super helpful.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for exploring the city on foot, though not as ideal as we were led to believe.
Dining
6.0
The dining was overpriced but still enjoyable.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had darts and pool tables for entertainment.
Willie
United States, August  2023
7.4/10

I stayed at this hotel and had a great experience. The rooms were incredibly quiet, perfect for a good night's sleep. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff, although a bit busy at times. The location was ideal for exploring the city, with easy access to various transportation options. The dining experience was mediocre, but the facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are super quiet and comfortable.
Service
8.0
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent with all transportation options nearby.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were overpriced and not great.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities met my expectations.
Marilyn
United States, July  2023
7.8/10

I was thrilled with the great location of the hotel, in the heart of downtown Portland, making it convenient to walk around and explore. The rooms were cozy and at a good temperature, although on the smaller side. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, adding to a pleasant stay. However, the dining options were overpriced and not up to par. The hotel is a decent choice for those looking to stay centrally with a friendly service experience.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were cozy and at a good temperature, albeit a bit small in size.
Service
9.0
The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, making the stay pleasant.
Location
9.0
The hotel was in a great downtown Portland location, allowing us to easily access many restaurants and attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were overpriced and not very good.
Facilities
Oliver
United Kingdom, June  2023
7.0/10

However, the young staff member was extremely attentive and made our stay better.

Rooms
7.0
The room we got this time around was not ready when we arrived and was not quiet, which was a downside.
Service
9.0
The young staff member was extremely attentive and made our stay enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The hotel was smallish for yoga but nice and very quiet for working on presentations. It was in a convenient location for our needs.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience at the restaurant was mediocre at best which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers happy hour, but the overall facilities were not remarkable.
Marjorie
United Kingdom, May  2023
9.2/10

The hotel was a delightful surprise in the heart of downtown Portland. The rooms were cozy and quiet, perfect for a rainy day. The service was top-notch with friendly staff and great recommendations for local attractions. The location was extremely convenient, allowing easy access to various areas in town. The dining experience exceeded expectations with delicious options available.

Rooms
9.0
My stay in the rooms was cozy and quiet, ideal for the rainy day I experienced. It made it too easy to just relax and unwind.
Service
10.0
The service was exceptional with friendly and helpful staff who made my stay even more enjoyable. They provided excellent recommendations for exploring the area.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in downtown Portland was superb, making it easy to walk around or use public transportation to explore different parts of the city. It offered a perfect blend of convenience and charm.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delightful, exceeding my expectations with a variety of delicious options available to choose from.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were well-maintained and catered to all my needs during my stay. Everything was in top condition and made my visit even more pleasant.
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