The Governor Hotel
One hotel with a lap pool in Portland is The Governor Hotel. Originally named the Seward Hotel, this historic building infused with Native-American themes consists of gilded archways, a terra cotta facade and large murals of the Lewis and Clark journey. Select a room or suite with beige hues, a fireplace, a plush sofa, a leather armchair, a mahogany work desk, a spacious living area and views of downtown Portland. The Governor Hotel's amenities are free shoeshines, morning coffee, daily newspaper delivery and wireless Internet service. Visit the fitness center to swim in the lap pool or exercise on the treadmill. Dine on American cuisine at Jake's Grill. There is also a Starbucks Cafe adjacent to the lobby.
The Governor Hotel
614 SW 11th Ave.
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 224-3400
governorhotel.com
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront
Another Portland hotel with a lap pool is the Marriott, which is along the waterfront. This eco-friendly 497-room accommodation provides wireless Internet service, plush beds, a desk, an easy chair with an ottoman and a 32-inch television. Exercise in the on-site fitness center and use the treadmill, stairmaster or swim laps in the pool. Make plans for a spa treatment at the nearby Bliss Salon or Kanani Pearl Spa. Have breakfast, lunch or dinner at the on-site Allie American Grille or Champions Restaurant and Sport Bar.
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront
1401 SW Naito Parkway
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 226-7600
marriott.com
Hilton Portland & Executive Tower
Hilton Portland & Executive Tower, the largest Green Seal Certified hotel on the West Coast, is situated in the middle of the city. Minutes from the MAX Light Rail system, the Hilton Portland consists of 782 guest rooms in two buildings. Each hotel room provides a chair, ottoman and a 37-inch plasma HDTV. The Hilton's features are granite countertops in the bathrooms, Internet access, a work desk, Crabtree and Evelyn bathroom accessories and a featherbed with down comforters. Relax in the Jacuzzi, get a massage or swim a few laps in the indoor lap pool in the on-site Hilton Athletic Club.
Hilton Portland & Executive Tower
921 SW Sixth Ave.
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 226-1611
hilton.com
Article Written By Kyla Chele Cambrooke
Kyla Chele Cambrooke has written content and radio commercials since 1999. Her work appears on Real Beauty, Dexknows WEDDINGS and Bed & Breakfast Inns Online. She has been a part of "S.I. KIDS," "People en Espanol," "Association Meetings" and "Stitch." She covers beauty, footwear, weddings and accessories. Cambrooke attended the University of Maryland in the Bachelor of Arts program focusing on communication studies.
