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McMenamins Kennedy School

3.5 star property
This former school turned hotel near Alberta Arts District offers gardens for relaxation, a spa tub for soaking, and five bars for evening entertainment

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McMenamins Kennedy School, near Portland's Alberta Arts District, offers travelers a garden and spa tub for relaxation. Enjoy local dishes at the Courtyard Restaurant and stay connected with free WiFi. Five unique bars provide craft drinks in this charming converted schoolhouse.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly) | Interior entrance

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing)

Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Northeast Portland, a neighbourhood in Portland, McMenamins Kennedy School is in the suburbs and near the airport. Enjoy an event or a match at Moda Center, and consider making time for Oregon Zoo—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Visit our Portland travel guide
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5736 NE 33rd Avenue, Portland, OR, 97211

What's nearby

  • Portland_ConcordiaUniversity_6180369-5
    Concordia University
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alberta Street which includes signage
    Alberta Street
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fernhill Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alberta Rose Theatre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alberta Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • North Lombard Transit Center
    6 min drive
  • Portland Union Station
    19 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • McMenamins Kennedy School
    1 min walk
  • Autumn Coffee Roasting
    2 min walk
  • The Great North
    12 min walk
  • Aladdin's Cafe
    6 min walk
  • KISS Coffee
    6 min walk

About this property

McMenamins Kennedy School

Hotel near Portland Expo Center
Located close to Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum, McMenamins Kennedy School provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and 5 bars. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Courtyard Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and luggage storage
  • Free newspapers, a banquet hall and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All 57 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Free infant beds and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 10 to 20 per person
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cypress Room Bar
  • The Boiler Room Bar
  • The Courtyard Restaurant
  • The Detention Bar
  • The Honors Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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, debit card or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is McMenamins Kennedy School pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at McMenamins Kennedy School?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at McMenamins Kennedy School on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$295, including 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.

How much is parking at McMenamins Kennedy School?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at McMenamins Kennedy School?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at McMenamins Kennedy School?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is McMenamins Kennedy School located?

Located in Northeast Portland, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Oregon Convention Center, Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Portland Expo Center and University of Portland are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

McMenamins Kennedy School Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 512 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff,service, ambiance all were top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We always love the vibe and soaking pool at this location! Also,,, nice that you can roam around and eat and drink right on property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great restaurant inside as well as soaking pool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the first time I've stayed, but I have visited the Kennedy School several times before. I love how much there is to do just on the campus. The food is tasty, the room was comfortable, and I loved the soak pool. I also appreciate that the property is in a neighborhood of Portland that I love. Overall, I had a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Comfortable and unique

Cool hotel, very unique. The bars were great and the rooms were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, food and drinks. A lot of history with building
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at the Kennedy School. It was fun learning the history of the school and walking around enjoying the artwork and unique design. They had a very friendly culture and I especially enjoyed the soaking pool. It is an old building, so does not feature more modern amenities like a mini fridge, tv in rooms, or super updated bathrooms, but the culture and variety of other options like the bars and restaurants more than make up for it. I was also able to check my luggage early before check in, as well as after check out. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

LAURA

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s a fun spot for dinner and a soak but the hotel is over priced
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first experience at a McMenamins hotel. What a special property! All the different bars/restaurants are so adorable. The soaking pool was delightful. Will look for others in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Staff & service
Room is small, had to ask to get it cleaned (not explained that I would need to do so at check in) Good location for my family needs. Next time I'll look for something more upscale
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

HELEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff go above and beyond here. This is my favorite hotel in Portland without a doubt.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great historical school building with lots of options to enjoy yourself while here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great experience to stay at this location. Would do it again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome. Pet friendly. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raechel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time here. Bar options great and staff were all excellent. Room was spacious, room service great. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a real destination. And the staff are fantastic. Front desk to gift shop, and in each of the five bars on site!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience, pool was delightful and the perfect temperature even though it was raining. Wander the halls for the art and grounds are well cared for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always fun with McMenamins! Room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the art on the walls and remnants of the old school. Staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoy having options for restaurants that are open later, as well as easy and safe well lit parking that is close to drive to just about everything I need. Nice to have the extra amenities like the soaking pool. Cool place with lots of personality and history. Always friendly staff! Amazing art everywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

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

Worth every penny

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Minturn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful salt pool and gardens. Boiler room bar. Close to Alberta rose theater. :) Lyle Hehn artwork! Stage coach and tavern days.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024