Ants in the bathroom.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing

Beautiful and historic house.

Stayed in August 2025

Sharing rooms can be awkward when other guests don't respect the space. Found another guests clothing in my bed and their bags under the ladder causing hazards getting down. But that was the guest, not the hostel.

The staff were friendly and the expectations were clear. The social spaces were comfortable and the people were very friendly

Stayed in August 2025

Stairwells and hallways in the older building smelled bad

Such a beautiful property with tons of character, charm, and lots of common areas. Would definitely be somewhere to stay longer. We had a beautiful private room with comfy pillows and bedding.

Stayed in August 2025

They could use bigger bowls in their kitchen, the bowls were all pretty small.

Great location close to public transit and many stores. Really nice kitchen and facilities. The room was spacious and I liked that there were multiple bathrooms. Nice and clean.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing

Kitchen

Stayed in August 2025

Clean, comfortable, friendly, lots of common spaces, fun community events, central location, good wifi

Stayed in July 2025

We had a hard time with the many stairs in the old building.

The staff was super helpful, informed, and thoughtful. The old building is a historic part of Portland and that was cool to learn about. It was a lively place with music in the evenings and people from the community coming in, walking tours, and lots of places to sit and work or socialize. The shared restrooms were super clean. Attention to conserving energy and resources was appreciated too. (Reusable hand towels, no plastic water bottles, etc.) The hostel does an amazing job of filling a niche in places to stay in the city (not corporate hotels, not air bnb) and serving the needs of hikers, long distance bike rides, and travelers on a budget. It gives travelers positive vision of the “real” Portland.

Stayed in August 2025

The staff are very kind and helpful! The room I stayed in was comfortable, the room and bathrooms were kept clean. The kitchen is great as well as all the common spaces to sit, relax and meet other travelers. The live events throughout the week are totally awesome. Great location to get around town. The cafe has excellent food and drinks available. Overall wonderful experience staying here, I would definitely recommend it to other travelers!

Stayed in August 2025

Bunk rooms were immaculate. The bathrooms were clean and well-maintained. The hostel cafe serves great food.

Stayed in July 2025

That a shared dorm meant that I would be the only girl in a room full of guys.

Friendly and helpful staff, a big and clean kitchen, pretty big shared dorms, free body wash, the outside area. They also offer great luggage storage.

Stayed in July 2025

Apparently they used to give free breakfast but now only offer a discount on the attached café's breakfast items (not drinks). Beyond that - this hostel has an outstanding reputation, and therefore I had high expectations - that's the only reason I was a bit disappointed.

Really cool setup, with multiple buildings, comfortable common spaces (indoor and out), old architecture, and an attached café. Very clean, big comfortable room with individual lockers, privacy curtains, outlets, and lights. Kind and approachable staff.

Stayed in July 2025

No AC, and cafe was not for us.

That we could come and go as we pleased

Stayed in June 2025

food was good , bed was comfy ...

Stayed in July 2025

Continental breakfast should be included.

The building and the staff are nice.

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

Awesome people!!

Stayed in July 2025

Clarify rules on alcohol consumption and male and female quarters need to be distinguished a little bit better

My first experience brought me to my second.

Stayed in July 2025

Rooms are a bit small.

Breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

Less ventilation in the dorm room

Price location

Stayed in July 2025

Minor things but the bathroom could have been a tad cleaner and the walk from the bus station takes you past some questionable streets.

Great staff, very helpful and nice room with decent facilities. There was a friendly atmosphere and some events available. Also a good cafe attached.

Stayed in May 2025

room, refill coffee

Stayed in June 2025

The bedding

Food and calm

Stayed in June 2025

The signage about alcohol a where you can drink what you buy there and what you provide is a little confuse.

I submitted some request ahead of time and the had everything ready for me when I arrived.

Stayed in May 2025

There’s limited parking on the street but a car is actually a hassle in the city of Portland in general. The city has excellent public transit including the MAX system, many dozens of bus lines, a cool electric streetcar line and even an aerial tram!!

Excellent cafe with great menu. Two options for dining outside, comfortable dining room and spacious “commons” with generous seating options including places to charge and use electronic devices. Awesome entertainment options throughout the week both in the hostel and locations nearby, which offer discounts for hostel residents. Facilities, staff and location make this my go-to whenever I visit Portland!

Stayed in May 2025