The hotel is neat and clean with a very friendly staff. The bunks are comfortable and it's pretty quiet at night for sleep. The cafe in the lobby has coffee in the mornings, and the rooftop is an awesome place to relax and hang out. The downtown location has plenty to offer nearby. There are homeless in the neighborhood on the sidewalks, but hardly anyone asked me for much and they kept to themselves. Portland is a wonderful city for transit. You can get pretty much anywhere you need to go on the Trimet rail and bus system. There are even shuttles to Mt. Hood and the Columbia Gorge. Have fun!