Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with free toiletries, bathrobes, and hairdryers. Additional amenities include work desks, carpeted and parquet floors, and free WiFi in public areas.
Dining and Leisure: The on-site restaurant serves American and pizza cuisines for lunch and dinner. Guests can also enjoy a bar and hot tub, with evening entertainment and room service available.
Location and Attractions: Located in Portland, the hotel is 3 km from Portland International Airport. Nearby attractions include Alberta Park (17-minute walk), Hiih Gallery (less than 1 km), and the Alberta Arts District (2 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“It is an experience itself to be able to sleep in an old school. The whole building is very atmospheric with a lot of memorabilia and references to its period as a school. Loved also the concept of the smaller bars with different types of music...”
Wagner
United States
“Location is great, and free parking is a huge benefit. Kennedy School is really neat with its history and ambiance.”
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Linda
United States
“McMenamin's is an experience that eveyone should enjoy at least once! The historically preserved property was restored with funky lighting and art that celebrated its history. We spent hours walking up and down the hallways of the old school...”
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Luming
China
“Nice architecture and decor.Food is also delicious.A diversity of activities here.”
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Charlene
Canada
“I had to leave early to catch a plane so no breakfast”
John
United States
“Wonderfully exotic. The art and wall posters were fascinating. Like a museum of joy!”
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Leslee
United States
“Very good location for dog walkers, appreciated having the Dogi-pot container outside not far from our room.”
Robyn
Netherlands
“What a fantastic hotel and wished we'd had longer than one night. So much character and history in one building and it felt quite magical to enter into it all even if just for one night. Hotel was also in a lovely part of Portland.”
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Steve
United States
“I loved the old school charm, into modern comfort and entertainment. Such as soaking pool and movie theater. The different drinking areas were great too. Staff was exceptional”
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Amy
United States
“I had a wonderful stay at the Kennedy School. It's such a unique space, and the staff members were incredibly kind. I enjoyed meandering the hallways, which were full of quirky art and interesting lighting fixtures. Also a lot of history. Clearly...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
3 restaurants on site
Courtyard Restaurant
Cuisine
American
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Cypress Room
Cuisine
American
Boiler Room
Cuisine
Pizza
Facilities of McMenamins Kennedy School
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
3 restaurants
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
24-hour front desk
Bar
House rules
McMenamins Kennedy School takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per person, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this hotel
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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