KEX Portland

2.0 star property
Hotel with a sauna, 7-minute walk to Oregon Convention Center

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Lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
Courtyard
Lunch and dinner served
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan

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100 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232
  • Place, Oregon Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tom McCall Waterfront Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Moda Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Queen Shared Bath)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (Small Bunk Room with Shared Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (Deluxe King Ensuite)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (Standard Queen Ensuite)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ensuite (ADA King Room Ensuite)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom (Double Queen-Shared Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (Standard King Ensuite)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite (Family Room Ensuite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Bunk in a 16 Bunk Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Bunk in a 4 Bunk Room-Female Only)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Bunk in a 4 Bunk Room-Mixed)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Basic Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (Small Bunk Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (16 Bunk Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Portland

KEX Portland puts you in the heart of Portland, within just a 10-minute stroll of Oregon Convention Center and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a sauna. .The restaurant, Pacific Standard, is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Northeast Portland hotel include Moda Center and Powell's City of Books.

What's nearby

  • Willamette River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oregon Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moda Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Powell's City of Books - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • NE Martin Luther King & E Burnside Stop - 1 min walk
  • Portland Union Station - 6 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nong's Khao Man Gai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roseline Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rontoms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kava Saia Tea House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

KEX Portland

Hotel with a sauna, 7-minute walk to Oregon Convention Center
KEX Portland offers its guests a sauna and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

KEX Portland also features a library, concierge services, and express check-in.

This Portland hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
KEX Portland offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and designer toiletries. Beds feature down duvets. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Portland hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 12 per night)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pacific Standard

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 2.0 per cent will be charged
  • A 1 per cent tourism fee will be charged
  • Service fee: USD 12 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.

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 12 per night (rates may vary)
  • 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

KEX Portland Hotel
KEX Portland Portland
KEX Portland Hotel Portland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at KEX Portland?

KEX Portland offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at KEX Portland?

As of 10 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KEX Portland on 11 Jan 2026 start from NZ$153.09, 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.

Is KEX Portland family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that KEX Portland is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at KEX Portland?

No, KEX Portland does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at KEX Portland?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at KEX Portland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at KEX Portland?

No, only service animals are allowed.

KEX Portland Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 541 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 541 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 541 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 541 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 541 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Stacey

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lakota

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice, the drinks were very pleasant, I liked the Boilermaker option on the happy hour
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful experience. We loved the vibe of the hotel. Jazzy, calm, and relaxing. Very much not like the typical hotel chains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, FAIRWAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
KEX is a very clean, no frills hotel/hostel in Portland with a fantastic lobby and bar. The food was inventive, fresh and tasty. Good cocktails, and even better service....just enough attention to get what I wanted and plenty of space to just enjoy the scene.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan Edward Lile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I tried to store my valuables in my assigned security drawer, but it was blocked by another set of bunks. I didn't even deal with this nonsense in the military, which should say something to these people. Get it together, kids.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelsea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
n/a
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were very inconsistent with my stay. I had a one bedroom and in a day was moved to a bunk room of four for no reason. So I went from 314 to 313 and had to pay fee after fee. Even though I was still the same resident from Tues through friday. They are not consistent, made me move rooms and made it apparent I’d have to leave my luggage with them before checkin. This had not occurred since I stayed at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelsea

Disliked: Staff & service
Bo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelsea

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I got there and had to pay an incidentals fee that was higher than I was told it would be when I booked, then the blue haired gentlemen that was at the front desk said “you won’t find any place without a deposit”, I said yes but I’m rooming with 16 other people. He seemed bothered during our whole interaction. Then in the middle of the night I was woken up to a flash light in my face saying that I was in the wrong bunk. Okay, so you wake me up to say that and that’s it. There were empty bunks everywhere, I found this interaction to be so rude. I must have read the bunk card wrong, the blue hair gentleman told me that I couldn’t get a bottom bunk and the room would be full, so I got a top bunk only to be woken up to be told I made a mistake. The staff was extremely rude and pretentious, not helpful and I would never go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the staff. I wish it was consistent with my extending of my stay. It was different at the end from the beginning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Molly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were fine but bathrooms down the hall was more uncomfortable than expected. The doors were very heavy and locked behind you. Bathrooms were single stall and only 3 for an entire floor. No place to put toiletries. No robes. If you forgot your towel you were out of luck. Not super comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms, fair price. Nice on location bar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lily

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here, it's affordable and the beds are comfy. I omly wish the bathroom had a fan (to vent out steam and smells), and some of the bunks didn't have their storage drawer blocked off.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSH

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved KEX Portland! Such a unique spot with beautiful retro decor. The front desk guy Jermaine was awesome, so friendly and helpful. Walkable to restaurants and breweries. Would def stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second stay at KEX, why look further? It's entire vibe is chill and inviting. Love meeting friends for dinner/drinks downstairs. Every room type to suit a variety of stays/price points. I look forward to my next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alamelu

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025