The Clyde Hotel by Kasa Living, Portland, Oregon
Portland’s Original Boutique Icon Returns Home
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● A beautifully preserved 1912 landmark that has come full circle, reclaiming its original identity after helping define Portland’s boutique hotel scene as the Ace Hotel.
● Historic architecture paired with simple, design-led interiors that embrace authenticity over unnecessary luxury.
● An unbeatable location between Downtown and the Pearl District, just steps from Powell’s City of Books, galleries, cafés, and Portland’s creative heart.
Back to Where It All Began
Few hotels have shaped Portland’s hospitality scene quite like The Clyde. Originally opened in 1912, the hotel spent decades welcoming travelers before gaining international recognition as the Ace Hotel Portland, one of the properties that helped redefine boutique hospitality during the 2000s. Today, under Kasa, the building has reclaimed its original name while preserving the independent spirit that made it such a beloved destination. Rather than reinventing itself again, The Clyde embraces its remarkable history and allows the building’s character to take centre stage.
Historic Bones, Contemporary Simplicity
The handsome brick façade remains largely unchanged, while many original architectural details continue to define the guest experience. Inside, clean-lined contemporary furnishings sit comfortably alongside historic features, creating interiors that feel understated rather than nostalgic. The aesthetic is deliberately uncomplicated: warm timber, industrial accents, mid-century influences, curated artwork, and honest materials that reflect Portland’s relaxed creative culture. Nothing feels over-designed. The building itself provides most of the personality.
A Different Kind of Stay
The Clyde occupies a unique position somewhere between boutique hotel and elevated hostel. Its 78 guestrooms range from compact rooms with shared bathrooms to spacious king suites with private facilities. Many retain original sinks within the rooms—a charming reminder of the building’s early twentieth-century origins—while simple furnishings, platform beds, industrial detailing, and carefully selected artwork create spaces that are practical, comfortable, and full of character. It’s an approach that prioritises authenticity over excess.
Connected to the Neighborhood
Like the Ace before it, The Clyde encourages guests to experience Portland beyond the hotel walls. Water Avenue Coffee Company occupies the ground floor, offering guests complimentary coffee each morning. Just outside are Powell’s City of Books, Union Way, breweries, restaurants, independent boutiques, cinemas, galleries, and the Pearl District’s creative energy, all within easy walking distance. The contactless self check-in and digital concierge reinforce the hotel’s independent spirit, giving guests the freedom to explore the city on their own terms.
A Living Piece of Portland History
Few buildings have reflected Portland’s evolution as closely as The Clyde. From its beginnings as one of downtown’s grand hotels, through its influential Ace Hotel years, to today’s modern interpretation under Kasa, it has continuously adapted while remaining true to its historic identity. The building has never stopped evolving, yet somehow still feels unmistakably Portland.
Why It Works
The Clyde succeeds because it doesn’t chase trends. Instead, it celebrates more than a century of history while offering an uncomplicated, design-conscious stay that feels genuine and accessible. For travelers who appreciate heritage, creative culture, and hotels with authentic stories to tell, The Clyde remains one of Portland’s defining boutique addresses.
