If you're visiting Portland for the first time, I highly recommend staying on Hawthorne as opposed to the city centre (there's just so much you'd miss otherwise). And if you're going to be in Hawthorne, there's no better place that Jennifer's. Her cozy room has every amenity you'd need: private bathroom, mini fridge, washer/dryer, and incredibly comfortable bedding. It even has things you don't need but never knew you needed: fresh chicken eggs and amazing snacks she's gracious enough to leave, freshly roasted coffee and French press, and fleece bedding if you're a Hawai'i girl like myself.

It's thanks to Jennifer that my friend and I had such a wonderful time in Portland.