Woodlark Hotel, Portland, Oregon
Historic Portland Elegance with a Contemporary Soul
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● Two beautifully restored landmark buildings seamlessly transformed into one sophisticated boutique hotel.
● Refined interiors that balance historic architecture with rich materials, understated luxury, and contemporary craftsmanship.
● Excellent dining and cocktail venues that make the hotel as much a local destination as a place to stay.
Two Portland Icons, One New Story
Woodlark Hotel brings together two of downtown Portland’s architectural landmarks: the 1908 Cornelius Hotel and the 1912 Woodlark Building. Rather than disguising their history, the restoration celebrates it, preserving the buildings’ handsome brick façades, distinctive proportions, and historic character while introducing a refined contemporary identity. The result is one of Portland’s most polished urban hotels—historic without feeling nostalgic, luxurious without unnecessary excess.
Modern Design with Historic Foundations
The interiors combine classic craftsmanship with contemporary elegance. Brass detailing, black lacquer accents, grey oak flooring, hand-blown glass lighting, and oversized leather seating create spaces that feel sophisticated yet inviting. Rich materials are layered with restraint, allowing the architecture itself to remain the star. Guest rooms continue the same design language with calm monochrome palettes punctuated by emerald velvet headboards, sapphire upholstery, brass finishes, and beautifully detailed subway-tiled bathrooms stocked with MiN bath amenities. The standout accommodations are the dramatic loft suites, where soaring ceilings and sculptural steel-and-wood spiral staircases transform historic spaces into striking contemporary retreats.
A True Portland Address
Perfectly positioned between Downtown and the Pearl District, Woodlark places guests within walking distance of Powell’s City of Books, independent boutiques, galleries, restaurants, and many of Portland’s best cafés. Yet much of the city’s culinary scene can also be experienced without leaving the building. Bullard, led by chef Doug Adams, serves bold dishes that blend Texas influences with Pacific Northwest ingredients, while Abigail Hall has become one of downtown Portland’s most stylish cocktail bars. Good Coffee provides expertly brewed local coffee throughout the day, completing a collection of venues that attract locals as much as hotel guests.
Comfort with Character
The 150 guestrooms prioritize quiet luxury over visual spectacle. Custom furnishings, Italian Egyptian cotton linens, velvet upholstery, marble and brass detailing, and thoughtful lighting create rooms that feel residential rather than corporate. Large historic windows bring natural light into the spaces, while modern comforts—including Peloton-equipped fitness facilities, barre3 in-room workouts, and locally loved Salt & Straw ice cream on the room service menu—add a distinctly Portland touch.
Heritage, Beautifully Reimagined
Woodlark demonstrates how adaptive reuse can feel both respectful and forward-looking. Historic architecture provides authenticity, while contemporary design delivers comfort and sophistication without competing with the building’s original character. Rather than relying on Portland’s quirky reputation, Woodlark presents a more refined side of the city—confident, cosmopolitan, and deeply rooted in place.
Why It Works
Woodlark Hotel succeeds because it treats history as a foundation rather than a theme. By combining landmark architecture with elegant contemporary interiors, outstanding food and drink, and an exceptional downtown location, it offers one of Portland’s most complete boutique hotel experiences. Sophisticated without pretension, it’s a hotel that captures the city’s evolving identity while honoring the buildings that helped shape it.
