The Hotel Zags Portland

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Portland State University

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Exterior detail
Outdoor dining
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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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

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (City)

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

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

  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Room, 1 King Bed (City)

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Garden)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Zags)

  • City view
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (City)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • City view
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Portland

Heart of Portland.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Portland hotel, you'll find Portland State University and Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. Portland Art Museum and Pioneer Place are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Portland State University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Keller Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portland Art Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Hotel Zags Portland

4-star boutique hotel near Portland State University
The Hotel Zags Portland offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 5 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2740 square feet (255 square meters) and includes conference space. An arcade/game room, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Hotel Zags Portland. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Portland hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 174 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2740 sq ft of conference space
  • 255 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Hotel Zags Portland offers 174 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 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 hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self 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

Things to do

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

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
  • Elevator
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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: USD 45.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 34.80 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

This property charges per-night fees for additional included amenities.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hotel Zags Portland to the airport?

The Hotel Zags Portland is 9.6 mi (18-min drive) away from the Portland International Airport (PDX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Zags Portland?

As of Jan 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Zags Portland on Feb 4, 2026 start from $87.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Hotel Zags Portland have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hotel Zags Portland.

Does The Hotel Zags Portland offer free breakfast?

The Hotel Zags Portland offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Hotel Zags Portland?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Zags Portland?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Hotel Zags Portland?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 40 per night.

Does The Hotel Zags Portland have a pool?

The Hotel Zags Portland does not have a pool.

Does The Hotel Zags Portland have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Hotel Zags Portland have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Hotel Zags Portland to downtown Portland?

The Hotel Zags Portland is 0.7 mi away from Portland.

The Hotel Zags Portland Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom disgusting. Could hear other guests through walls. Continental breakfast lacking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place, staff is great too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and it’s affordable for the area that the hotel is in
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our trip!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
While the room was fine, all the ammenities were misleading. The breakfast was continental (not complementary), the wifi was slow, and the parking garage was broken in a dangerous way. There was also a ring camera in the room that felt violating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Under the toilet seat was unclean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I checked in about 10pm w a reservation. The room was freezing cold. I eventually located an open window behind the closed drapes. The bath mirror was cracked and glued together, the bath sink was cracked down the middle. I found brown lumps on the carpet that were obviously from dog doo doo (smell), carpet was not vacuumed and had dog food I kept stepping on. Breakfast was cold cereal, apples, muffins and bagels. Not my idea of a 4 Star hotel. Sadly disappointed!
Broken sliding mirror bathroom door
Dog doo doo and dog food on carpet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

omar

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A unique and fun place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff and guests are kind.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great amenities. So close to public transportation makes it a plus! Great staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Renton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Broken gate. I did not know there is breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

karen

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great staff, easy to walk to or bus, rooms are smaller but clean, loved the shared space and free evening smores
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jensen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked this specific hotel because it was close to the Moda center and the price.. but the hidden fees took away any sort of value in this hotel. $40 for parking (per night!), and you can’t even maintain your EV charging? There’s only one out of five working EV chargers.. why even advertise that. And $30 for an amenity fee? What amenities are there? The poor excuse for the breakfast? Or the $8 waters in the room? Or the lack of an ice machine on each floor? Lack of a microwave in the room? Also, back on the breakfast, when we saw how poor the continental breakfast was, we decided we’d order off the menu since the prices seemed decent. Stood there like a clueless idiot for awhile before anyone even acknowledged us, and then got served a jimmy dean breakfast sandwich and a stale frozen burrito with mystery meat. This hotel has so much potential, it has an amazing location and a great atmosphere as you walk in, but it feels so shady and gross to be charged for the lacking amenities, and to pay that much for parking with one EV charger is absolutely ridiculous. Just avoid this one!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cute hotel with fun amenities. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quiet and easy attitude. “Amenities” said gormet coffee in rooms. There was no coffee at all. The breakfast was mostly cereal. We did get free water, but for $30 each, we were disappointed. A few years ago we loved this hotel. Now the garage exit door was broken and things seemed a little “tired.”
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool games and gear rentals!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

José

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

José

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Air conditioning not adequate in rooms. Parking is not monitored. I paid for parking and was unable to find parking in garage in basement. Exit door nonfunctional. Continental breakfast is definitely lacking. Bar was excellent. Amenities were excellent. Staff very attentive and eager to make the stay excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025