Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel

Yes, the location is wonderful, but it's the staff that really make this place a retreat. Even my dumbest attempts at romance for my guest were met with enthusiasm and creativity.

Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel is a grand old hotel and we loved our stay here. From the moment we arrived, every person on staff made us feel welcome, and Matt at the front desk was especially helpful and generous from first to last. Our suite was clean, comfortable, and tastefully furnished. The simplicity and ease with which we could cool or heat our rooms was especially appreciated. A little sign in the bathroom lists several things you might have forgotten and a reasurring -- "We have it!" -- no worries. The King Tide Restaurant at the hotel is pricey but offered excellent options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and has a friendly and attentive wait staff. The location of RiverPlace, right on the Tom McCall Waterfront Greenway, is womderful. There are spectacular views of the Willamette River, the marina, and the bridges over the river. We watched the dragon boat teams gather and do their warm-up exercises before going down the ramp to the pier and their fierce, ornate dragon boats. There is a big park at one end of the Greenway, and a wide, tree-lined walkway provides an easy walk to cafes and the small, well-stocked Marina Market, with plenty of items a traveler might need, as well as wine, cheese, jams, chocolates and other goodies a traveler might enjoy. At the other end of the walkway is a lovely garden where one can meander, rest, or play with friends and family on the little lawn areas. We will definitely return to Kimpton RiverPlace. It's a fine hotel staffed by lovely people, situated in an especially beautiful place in Portland, one of our favorite cities.

the service was great.

My stay at the Kimpton Riverplace was wonderful! The entire staff were welcoming, professional and incredibly responsive (which is especially helpful when running a retreat!). One staff member in particular (Oliver at the front desk) went over and beyond to be accommodating, helpful, and just so kind in general! I would definitely return for both work and personal stays, the views were breathtaking and the food delicious.

Unique style.