Monticello Motel
4801 N. Interstate Ave., Overlook, Portland, Oregon, 97217, United States, Portland, Oregon, USA
Why We Like It
Monticello Motel isn’t what we’d call an upscale experience, but it does the job, and if you’re looking to save money, you won’t find a better deal in Portland.
Sometimes when you travel, all you want is an inexpensive place to lay your head at night--no frills, no fuss. Which is what you’ll find at Monticello Motel. This motel delivers on the essentials and has a great location, and as long as you’re not expecting anything fancy or high-end, you should be comfortable during your stay.
room
The building, rooms, and furniture at Monticello Motel are all definitely on the older side--and it shows. The decor looks like it’s straight out of 1974, but each room comes equipped with a few modern amenities like microwaves, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi.
YOU SHOULD KNOW Monticello Inn does offer cable TV and DVD players, but some of the TVs are as old as everything else in the room. If you want a reliable television-viewing experience, request a room with a flat-screen.
bathroom
The bathrooms are also pretty bare-bones, but they’re clean and the shower has plenty of space.
lobby
This motel is a lobby-free zone; once you check in, you go straight to your room.
dining
The only food you’ll find on-site at Monticello Motel comes from the vending machines.
drinking
Some of the upgraded rooms have kitchenettes (including a stove), so if you don’t want to eat out every meal, request one of those rooms and stop by the store to stock up on a few groceries and snacks.
People also liked
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
$$ | Downtown | 2080 SW River Dr.
Seated just steps away from the Willamette River, the Hyatt House Port... Read More
Caravan–The Tiny House Hotel
$$ | North Portland | 5009 N.E. 11th Ave., Alberta Arts District, Portland, Oregon, 97211, United States
In keeping with the artsy, idiosyncratic vibe of the surrounding Alber... Read More
DoubleTree by Hilton–Portland
$$ | Northeast Portland | 1000 N.E. Multnomah St., Lloyd District, Portland, Oregon, 97232, United States
This bustling, business hotel maintains a steady customer base in meet... Read More
Embassy Suites Portland–Downtown
$$$ | Downtown | 319 S.W. Pine St., Portland, Oregon, 97204, United States
The grand lobby of the former Multnomah Hotel, built in 1912, offers a... Read More
Evermore Guesthouse
$$ | Southeast | 3860 S.E. Clinton St., Richmond, Portland, Oregon, 97202, United States
Just a block from the trendy dining along Southeast Portland's hip Div... Read More
LOCATION
Getting Around
Monticello Motel is just a few blocks away from a MAX Light Rail station that will take you right downtown. Or, if you’d rather bring your own wheels, they offer free parking on-site.
Restaurants
The motel is just a block from Alberta St, which is home to some of the best eateries in Portland. Try Aviary (11-minute drive), an Asian fusion restaurant with an inventive menu of small plates, including an impressive range of vegetarian options. Also be sure to check out Pine State Biscuits (12-minute drive), a Portland staple where you can enjoy fresh-baked biscuit sandwiches (make sure to try The Reggie, a fried chicken-bacon-cheese creation smothered in gravy).
