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A half-hour drive from our Portland motel tucked away in the scenic west hills of Washington Park in Northwest Portland, you’ll find the Portland Japanese Garden in Springtime bloom. It’s now open to the public after having recently undergone a $33 million expansion designed by Kengo Kuma, the famed architect who designed the Olympic stadium for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Foodies from all over the globe travel to Portland specifically to experience our world-renowned restaurant scene. In celebration of our vibrant culinary offerings, Travel Portland puts on Portland Dining Month every March, during which over 120 restaurants around the city, not far from our Portland motel, offer prix fixe 3 course meals for only $29.

Here in the Pacific Northwest, we are lucky to have so many opportunities to celebrate nature’s bounty. One of the big things we’re known for throughout the world is the exquisite wine that is produced in the Columbia Gorge region of Oregon.

If you have time to take in some iconic Pacific Northwest outdoor beauty while visiting Portland, you might consider going on a hike to one of several pristine landmarks that are not far from our inexpensive Portland motel. There are many beautiful and historic outdoor landmarks to choose from within a half hour’s drive or less, each featuring a great opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy some fresh air any time of the year.

There are so many exciting things happening around Portland for New Year's Eve 2016. From live music of all kinds to comedy, dance parties, to a 5K run/walk along the waterfront in downtown Portland, there's literally something for everyone! So, why not let the conveniently located Portland Nordic Motel be your home base this New Year’s Eve 2016?

This holiday season if you find yourself in need of a clean, comfortable and inexpensive Portland motel, keep in mind that Portland Nordic Motel has a solid reputation for providing a quality stay at a price you can afford. Whether you are traveling to Portland to visit friends and family or for a business trip, you’ll find that our motel is just what you need. We are conveniently located just minutes from downtown, with easy access to the airport and all major highways.

Fall is a great time to visit Portland, and there are an abundance of activities and festivals to check out that offer something for everyone. The Portland Nordic Motel is centrally located between downtown Portland and the Portland International Airport, and only a short drive from many popular attractions. If hiking is on your list, we are less than a half hour away from the beautiful waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge.

Often times, the most expensive part of traveling isn’t the cost to get there, it is the cost of staying there as long as you’d like. This is especially true when traveling to popular cities like Portland, OR where hotel prices can climb to as high as $200+ per night for a room - if you’re lucky.

The Portland Nordic Motel was recently awarded Trip Advisor’s 2016 Certificate of Excellence, the third consecutive year we’ve earned the prestigious achievement. From the very beginning, our mission has been to deliver a truly unique and welcoming environment for you and your family to enjoy. We strive every day to give you the best possible experience every time you stay in Portland, and the honor of winning this award only makes us strive harder!

The Portland Metro area has long been a lure for travelers across the globe due to its unmatched natural beauty in the surrounding landscape, and famed “weirdness” spawned by the hipster lifestyle of some residents. With close to 10 million overnight stays each year, finding a quality Portland hotel that truly captures the essence of Portland can be quite the challenge – but it doesn’t have to be.