The Clyde Hotel by Kasa Living – A Portland Original, Reimagined
Historic Roots, Modern Comfort
From Clyde to Ace and Back Again
In the heart of Portland’s Pearl District, a historic property has come full circle. Originally opened as The Clyde Hotel in 1912, the building spent decades as a local icon before transforming into the stylish Ace Hotel Portland, a pioneer of the city’s boutique hotel scene. Now, under Kasa Living, it has returned to its roots, proudly reclaiming its original name while embracing a refreshed, modern approach to hospitality.
A Building That Tells Portland’s Story
The Clyde’s heritage shines through its classic beige brick façade and vintage details like the narrow lift and original window lines, while Kasa has updated the interiors with clean, contemporary touches designed for today’s travelers. Many of the beloved quirks remain—rooms range from compact urban studios to larger suites, and some still feature shared bathrooms, an intentional nod to the hotel’s early 20th-century charm.
A Neighborhood Hub
Located just a block from the iconic Powell’s City of Books and surrounded by the Pearl District’s coffee shops, bars, galleries, and restaurants, the Clyde remains perfectly placed for exploring Portland’s creative energy. While the popular Clyde Common restaurant and Stumptown Coffee in the lobby defined the Ace years, the new Clyde by Kasa focuses on flexibility and independence, with seamless self-check-in, fully equipped accommodations, and easy access to the neighborhood’s best dining and nightlife.
DNA Hotels Verdict
The Clyde Hotel by Kasa blends historic authenticity with a modern, contactless stay experience. It’s a piece of Portland history that has evolved with the city itself—first a 1910s original, then a millennial design hotel icon, and now a future-facing hybrid that honors its past. For travelers seeking a true Portland story in a central location, the Clyde remains a timeless choice.
History Box: Ace Hotel Portland (2007–2022)
The Era That Changed Boutique Hotels in Portland
When Ace Hotel Portland opened in 2007, it transformed the city’s hotel scene and arguably helped define what a “boutique hotel” could be for a new generation. Taking over the historic Clyde Hotel building (1912), Ace infused it with creative, irreverent energy—vintage photo booths in the lobby, record players in the rooms, industrial-chic finishes, and a Portland-first food & drink program featuring Stumptown Coffee and Clyde Common.
It quickly became a hub for travelers, creatives, and locals alike, embodying Portland’s reputation for being quirky, design-forward, and community-driven. For many, the Ace era was the moment Portland’s hotel scene went global, proving that boutique hotels could be both cool and accessible.
When the hotel reverted back to The Clyde Hotel by Kasa in 2023, it closed one chapter but preserved the spirit of innovation and community that Ace brought to the city.
