McMenamins Kennedy School

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly) | Living area

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

9.0 / 10.0

Excellent(421 Ratings)

Hotel in Portland, OR

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this hotel

Suburban Portland hotel in Northeast Portland with free parking
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 5 bars/lounges, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a spa tub, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.
McMenamins Kennedy School offers 57 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a spa tub.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Portland, OR

Nearby attractions

Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum

56.7 mi

Available Rooms

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

1 Queen • 300 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing)

1 King • 172 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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McMenamins Kennedy School

$$$$

9.0 / 10.0

Excellent(421 Ratings)

Hotel in Portland, OR

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

About this hotel

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a spa tub.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Portland, OR

Nearby attractions

Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum

56.7 mi

Available Rooms

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

1 Queen • 300 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing)

1 King • 172 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.0 / 10.0

Excellent(421 Ratings)

2.0 / 10.0

Oct 2024

It wasn’t what u expected. No a/c in the room just a fan. Several of the bars were closed. The ones opened wasn’t what I expected.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2024

We had a wonderful time here. Bar options great and staff were all excellent. Room was spacious, room service great. Would definitely return.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

One of a kind experience. Perfect for one or two nights, a nostalgia walk or an old American school experience. Very cool and casual.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Always a favorite. Quiet, and chill. Theater on site, large comfy couches. You can walk around with your pint in hand. The people are kind and respectful, and the art everywhere makes Kennedy School a delight to escape to.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

We enjoyed the tasteful charm of the decor within the historic building and ate multiple times at the Courtyard Restaurant which was outstanding for all mealss

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

I stayed here last night and I absolutely love the staff. I started having a panic attack and the person at the bar got me a muffin and some water and asked how I was doing, I’m so grateful for that. Thank you so much!

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

A very special place to stay during our PNW summer adventure. We are committed to return for a longer stay in three months.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Great experience to stay at this location. Would do it again.

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Great location and a very unique property Love the devote and history of the building

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

A quirky spot : need a tour guide of which they have many. The hotel staff was top notch & helpful. My room was safe and clean — maybe could have been vacuumed better . The main restaurant staff was untrained and clueless. Will try the other locations ! Very cool place

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

What an absolute treasure of a hotel! So unique! Great staff, fun bar/restaurant/artwork/movie theater/pool/gift shop/coffee bar etc. You really need to experience this beautiful place. I will definitely be back.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

We’re return visitors and love the charm and uniqueness of Kennedy School. If you need a tv in the room, this is not the place for you, but we welcomed a break from it. Wifi is good for phones or laptops. Restaurants onsite open until 11 pm for late arrivals and food was good. If you are here earlier, saltwater soaking pool and a small, cozy movie theater are onsite, too. Love finding another comfortable and pet friendly hotel.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Always fun with McMenamins! Room was nice and clean.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

It is such a great place to stay!!!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Fun venue!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

A great historical school building with lots of options to enjoy yourself while here

8.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

The history, soak pool, theater.

8.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

The whole place is unique. It's fun to wander around and look at the lighting fixtures and old photos and articles. My complaints are the 60/40 sheets (should be cotton, at this price point), and that the A/C unit dripped water onto my head.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

This place is awesome. Pet friendly. Nice location.

1.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

We arrived about 4pm from Seattle and check in was difficult due to a long line signing in to use the soaking pool, after checking in we got to our room and the noise from the soaking pool was overwhelming. Our room had a window looking out and people were shoulder to shoulder and drinking alcohol, it seemed like a regular thing. Loud voices and laughter are ok at a restaurant , party, public park etc but we should have been warned or given a choice of rooms that the “relaxing soaking pool “ is a party. This went on most of the day when the soaking pool is open to the public (10:00am-6:30pm) and didn’t relent until almost 10:00pm. Ironically there’s a sign outside the window looking down on the pool “Hotel Guests only Quiet Please” Clearly no one was respecting this as the pool is very loud and people were touring the hallways that lead to the rooms , also drinking and speaking in loud voices. The final morning (a Monday ) they began cleaning the pool at 6:00am (must be a huge chore after the high volume usage over the weekend) and then the toilet back up and flooded the bathroom. The peace and quiet of the soaking pool is one of the big reasons we have been back here a half dozen times, we felt the hotel is not encouraging respectful voices in the pool or hallways adjacent to guest rooms. We lived near here when the hotel was developed , and raised our kids going to see a movie and take a soak. Unfortunately it’s time to move on.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Great stay! Would go again

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Everything.

6.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

This property was highly recommended for the soaking pool, fun dining, drinking options and the overall many things to do under one roof. The soaking pool was broken. The room although comfy, was not cleaned properly. Visible dust everywhere. Things left from former guest (a throat lozenge on the floor near the bed). Sadly I’m sure their workforce is still down due to Covid. But we will not be back. Dust is no bueno and it was everywhere. We didn’t want to complain, but we should have. I just dusted myself.

4.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

This was a super fun property. We only stayed one night but I’d like to come back and spend a few days just experience the activities and amenities on site. The soaking pool was amazing but word of advice, bring an umbrella if it’s raining. The vibe of the property is fun and there’s something interesting to see in every direction. We didn’t make it to the theater but that will be for next time. We stayed in a king room in the English wing, and though the room was super small, it was cute and cozy. The bed was very comfortable, but the bathroom could have been cleaned better. Staff were really nice and very helpful.

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Love the art on the walls and remnants of the old school. Staff was helpful and friendly

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

The staff was amazing and very accommodating even though we were stuck in an ice storm and they were understaffed. Fantastic group there.

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

Such a fun place to stay and so convenient because unique restaurants and entertainment are built in. It's in a neighborhood area, so the rooms are quiet. The staff is so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this location.

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

Adorable niche venue with lots to see. They have a bar, movie theater, restaurant, shop and to my surprise the Bed was extremely comfortable. Reminded me of an American Hogwarts as the hotel is built in a repurposed vintage school.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

Fun.

8.0 / 10.0

Nov 2023

We have stayed here 3 times. Love the funky vibe, especially the soaking pool. Will be back. Only complaint is the wifi sux.

6.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

"Tried" to eat in the Courtyard restaurant. Tried the operative word as wife ordered a soup along with 10 inch pizza (that she could as bread). They delivered her soiup, she ate it, tender checked n said to bring out pizza. After 40 minutes from ordering i said Canc it n left with no dinner. Just an apology for my trouble.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

I would highly recommend this place

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Old school theme fun and different. Staff very congenial and didn't roll his eyes at request for six different checks at our Happy Hour get together. It's a very large facility with a number of entrances. It would be helpful if there were arrows directing guests to the main lobby and check-in. We are senior citizens and had to lug our bags back and forth when coming from parking lot in back, trying to find the front desk and then back again to where our room was located.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

So much character. Beautiful

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

The property was such a fun experience. Everything was so beautiful and green. I loved all the drink and food options inside the property. The rooms where clean and lovely. I do wish they had a bit more light but honestly it was such a great experience.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Very unique! Comfortable and clean.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

We loved our stay!!! Our room was nice, bed was soft, water pressure in the shower was great!!! Will definitely stay again for a longer time so we can see more!

4.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

The good-ish: Kind of a cool museum of the old school it used to be The not-so-good: Hard to find the entry into the facility. I say facility because you cant really tell if its a museum, hotel, public pool, restaurant or bar(s). I had a company offsite and thought it would be good to stay so that I could be fresh...should have not stayed. No TV's in the rooms. Everything is old. Smells like old. And, the whole building smelled of BBQ smoke, including my room. I had to do some work and it was hard to get WIFI to work. My chair was torn up and it snagged my clothes. Good thing it was only me as I only got one towel for my room. Called for room service...no one ever answered. Gave up after 5 tries and went to the restaurant. The hostess said sometimes the phone gets knocked off the hook...uh...ok. The food was ok. Spendy for what you get, or dont get.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2023

I always feel right at home at McMenamin properties.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Incredible unique experience in this hotel / school. It has so much character both the hotel and the bars and event room. highly recommended.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Portland?

The average price for a rental in Portland is $232 per night. This rental is $62 above the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at McMenamins Kennedy School. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is McMenamins Kennedy School pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at McMenamins Kennedy School?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, hot tub or spa, and garden.

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McMenamins Kennedy School

Hotel in Portland, OR

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Portland, OR

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing)

McMenamins Kennedy School

Hotel in Portland, OR

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Portland, OR

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing)

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Portland?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is McMenamins Kennedy School pet friendly?

What amenities are available at McMenamins Kennedy School?

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