Youth Hostel in Portland
Travel Tips for HI - Portland - Hawthorne District (Page 2/7)
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13 Sep 2011 Ashlee, Australia:
Cinemas such as Avalon cinema in hawthorne have super cheap movie tickets (all the time not just on Tuesday's). |
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21 Aug 2011 Aubrey, USA:
For breakfast, the Hawthorne Street Cafe--the man at the counter (the owner?) is so much fun! |
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05 Aug 2011 Richard, USA:
First there is a Fred's Market down the street where there is tons of fresh produce. Organic too if you wish. I picked up breakfast food here for a very reasonable price (multi-grain cheerios and organic bananas which were cheap). The kitchen is set up that you can cook all of your meals if you like. Locally I really was fond of the Bagdad Cafe with reasonable dishes and good happy hour pricing. Cup & Saucer is another good option. Breakfast foods all day long available. I had the garden omelet which was a huge plate of food. There is a bowl of rice, beans, cheddar, salsa and sour cream for $8 that I had for a mid-day meal and left me so full that I just had a happy hour appetizer late that night. Also worth checking out are the smaller stalls -- Mexican, Caribbean and Polish. A number of other places to check out that appeared to have reasonably priced meals. Also, note that every place I went to or heard about had vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. Many had full menus for people who follow those dietary philosophies. In the hostel dining room there is a flyer that lists great places to eat too. Grab a copy. Also just take a left out of the hostel and go for a walk. You will pass so many places to dine that you'll have trouble making a choice! |
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05 Aug 2011 Chelsea, USA:
Red and Black Cafe - not exactly budget but it has great vegan food |
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05 Aug 2011 Richard, USA:
I was more into exploring the city all day long, so I tended to turn in come 11PM. But the Bagdad is good for beer and to watch the the life along SE Hawthorne (try the IPA they brew). The attached Bagdad Theater shows movies every evening and you can have a beer while watching. Downtown and the Old Town/China District are all heavy with bars, clubs, pubs and cafes so you shouldn't have any trouble finding a local band or artist performing. Ask around or check out the freebie papers (the hostel usually has these weeklies on hand) or look on the utility poles which are peppered with fliers in the SE district. I think each Thursday during the month there are art walks in different areas of the city that should be attended if you can. All kinds of art to see and drinks easy to come by. I was there for First Thursday and Happy, one of the great staff members, came by to take anyone who wanted to go take it in. I also liked Kell's Irish Pub in Old Town. Good happy hour, Irish music every night after 9 or so, good beer and not pricey. Also if you are a football fan (soccer) this is the place to catch that match you wanted to see. You'll be amongst fans. |
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05 Aug 2011 Richard, USA:
Not sure...I came to immerse myself in and explore Portland with an eye to moving here. I left after ten days intending to be back soon as a resident. I heard the hostel up in Seattle and some in northern California are great to stay at. |
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23 Jul 2011 Kate, USA:
cup and saucer awesome - down the street from the hostel. Best sandwich in portland at bunt sandwich shop on Southeast Morrison Street |
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23 Jul 2011 Kate, USA:
Rogue brewery! Some of the best beer in Portland. |
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23 Jul 2011 Kate, USA:
Kennedy School was a great deal - three dollar movies! Multnomah Falls was a site too with great hiking and best part is that it was free! |
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12 Jul 2011 Gloria, USA:
multnomah falls is beautiful, breathtaking and free. |
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| HI Hostel Portland - Hawthorne DistrictOn one of Portland's most popular destinations. Close in, bohemian, & fun, Hawthorne Blvd is known for it's quaint eateries, coffeehouses, pubs, unique shops, and the famous Bagdad Brewpub & Theatre. A quick trip to City attractions such as Powell's Books, Old Town, Weekend Market, Washington Park, Willamette River Promenade, etc. It's the perfect blend of urban pulse and friendly attitude. 'I had a blast there! I loved Portland, the hostel, and everyone there. Thank you!' Bernadette Miami, Florida. 'Hawthorne is a funky area , full of quirky little shops and cafes. The transport to downtown is frequent and easy. This hostel feels like a hostel ought to !!!' - Paul C., Essex, England. Both 'Let's Go' and 'Lonely Planet' recommend staying with us. The hostel atmosphere is charming (dating back to the early 20th Century), clean, & safe. We have a spacious kitchen and common rooms, comfortable beds & attractive bathrooms. Outside are the front decks & side yard for relaxing and people watching.Free bagels & pastries; $1 pancake breakfasts, coffee & tea served. No lockout or curfew, & late arrivals available with prior arrangement. High-speed internet kiosk available, as well as free wireless and cabled systems for laptops. Free local phone, free linens, free parking. Discount bicyle rentals on-site; Lockers and laundry machines are available, too. Call directly for private room and late dorm availability.Tours are available from the hostel to the Columbia Gorge, Mt. St. Helens, Whale Watching, Historic Portland, and others. | more...... |