McMenamins Kennedy School, Portland

It's a great hotel but if any of you are looking to save some $$ then book it at http://referer.us/9/SweetHotelDeals They usually have some pretty good deals on there!

I visited a friend in Portland in February and this was one of the stops we went to while I was there. I feel in love with McMenamins and can't wait to go back! It will definitely be one of the places I frequent when I move there myself! The drinks were good, the atmosphere was fantastic and I thought you got the best bang for your buck during their happy hour. I didn't get to stay there but I did get to see the soaking pool, which is a nice amenity. Definitely a place to stop at if you get to visit!

We've been coming to Kennedy School for years as a friends and family retreat for movies, dinner, wine tasting or drinks. By far this is my number one place to watch a movie while enjoying Pizza and my favorite wine. We recently held a large catered event at Kennedy School Gymnasium. The staff was excellent and atmosphere perfect. They made the event a sucess with no stress. We also stayed overnight here for the first time and it was on par with the other McMenamins B&Bs. Don't expect TV and hotel type amenities..its all part of the charm ( but they do have a great soaking pool). Enjoy the atmosphere and they even have some activities such as shuffle board and pool in the "Boiler Room" By the way, they have the best freshed squeezed drinks...fresh magaritas or greyhounds...and mommie matinees..this is just a great all around family place.

I took my sweetie here for a special night a couple of months ago and we had a great time! I was shocked to find that it's cheaper to stay here than most of the other hotels in town, and way more unique and fun! Free access to the movies and to the soaking tubs when you stay here...nice!

Plan on staying a while, you don't want to rush your experience. Take a tour around the school, check out the different rooms/bars, the photos and history... Truly an experience! Awesome food selection and their brews can't be beat. Ruby is my favorite, but the IPA, Porter and Stout are worth checking out. Or try the Rubinator (a combo of Ruby and Terminator Stout). Spring/Summer evenings are especially nice on the patio when the big fireplace is lit.

Communication break down burger is so good! I love the atmosphere of the Kennedy School, not so happy with the service when they are busy, but the burger makes it worth it and the fries, holy cow make sure your order ranch to go with them!

If you havena(TM)t gone here before you will be amazed. They took an old school and turned it into a hotel and a few different bars. You can drink great beer and feel wrong about doing it at school. Great stay.

We had my high school 20-year reunion here. It was a great place for it. Really fun location, interesting area, easy to get to, good parking, friendly staff.

We went here for my husband's 20 year high school reunion. It was a GREAT place for it. People could stay all night there if they wanted/needed. Food was good and of course, the beer was great.

Probably THE coolest place in Portland. Loved this former school that was revamped into a B&B with a movie theater and teeny tiny bars dotting the halls. The artwork was reason enoughto visit. Drinking a beer and eating great pizza while watching a movie is reason enough to visit.Sleeping in a former classroom is another reason to visit. We loved this place! Why oh why doesn't someone do this in San Diego??????