This was a great, small spot in the Alberta Arts District. The apartment was private enough, and was clean and well-appointed; it was perfect for my girlfriend and I.
The hosts were very communicative and friendly and even provided eggs from their coop, which we cooked for breakfast.
The main thoroughfare of the Alberta district was just down the street, so we were steps away from shops, amazing restaurants and local brewpubs.
You’re bit of a hike from downtown and other parts of Portland, but transit and bike shares are close by. We also walked quite a bit and found it easy to get around and enjoyable to just walk and check out different neighborhoods.
Finally, Alberta felt local and quaint, a real neighborhood with a grocery co-op and local hangs. If you’re looking for touristy, obvious stuff, you’d probably be better suited downtown. But, if you’re into exploring, trying new things and living more like a local, then the Alberta area is perfect. We loved it.