McMenamins Kennedy School

3.5 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Outdoor spa tub
5 bars/lounges
Interior detail
Hallway

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
5736 NE 33rd Avenue, Portland, OR, 97211
  • Alberta Street
    7 min walk
  • Alberta Arts District
    8 min walk
  • Lloyd Center
    8 min drive
  • Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    13 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed (English Wing)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Pet Friendly)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

McMenamins Kennedy School

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.
During your stay at McMenamins Kennedy School, you're just a quick walk from Alberta Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus 5 bars.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at The Courtyard Restaurant
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and 4 meeting rooms
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Alberta Arts District and 8 minutes from Portland Expo Center
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 5 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 4 meeting rooms available. A spa tub, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at McMenamins Kennedy School. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Portland hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
The Courtyard Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Happy hour is offered.
The Boiler Room Bar - Onsite bar.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends: USD 10.00-20.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Billiards/pool table
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Meeting rooms - 4

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • 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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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 available for USD 25 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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McMenamins Kennedy School Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 423 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leotie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jin, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of a kind experience. Perfect for one or two nights, a nostalgia walk or an old American school experience. Very cool and casual.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

Montana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very special place to stay during our PNW summer adventure. We are committed to return for a longer stay in three months.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
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

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and a very unique property Love the devote and history of the building
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirissa, BELLEVUE

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

8/10 Good

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is such a great place to stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun venue!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024