In a great location just across the street from the Willamette River, the Four Points Sheraton Downtown Portland is a perfect place to stay for walking to downtown or riding the Max Light Rail.
Service at the hotel was wonderful. Courteous front desk employees gave directions and advice. They also allowed me to quickly access the Internet from the lobby computer and print out our boarding passes for our flight without charge. Our one-night stay was also granted free parking.
The Riverside Restaurant and Bar is in the lobby of the hotel. We had dessert here because the chocolate lava cake sounded irresistible after dinner elsewhere. We also had breakfast before heading for the airport. The lava cake was so-so. My eggs benedict for breakfast, though, were wonderful. The best thing about this restaurant is the ambience. Quiet and peaceful, the view of the river is relaxing. There is a conversation area with comfortable seating and a fireplace.
The rooms have recently been redecorated. I had stayed here a couple of years ago and was somewhat disappointed. However, the upgrades are beautiful and the new Sheraton Four Comfort bed is more comfortable than my bed at home!
A light rail stop is just a block away. Rides are free if you’re just staying downtown, or going to the Lloyd Center shopping mall. Walking to the downtown area is so easy from the hotel, though, that riding the rail seemed unnecessary.