Mary's place is a great location and it's within walking distance to restaurants & breweries. It was very clean and updated too. The bed was comfy and the shower was nice. The only downside was that it's definitely a basement. If you're carrying heavy luggage, you'll have to carry it up & down narrow steps. If you're tall, be cautious. My boyfriend smacked his head on the ceiling beam, a shelf that sticks out in the hallway, and on a corner that sticks out by the TV. I think it's worth mentioning that noise is to be expected as well. You're in the basement of an old home- you're going to hear the homeowner's walking around, moving things, and talking. They also have a little girl who must have had a friend over because we could hear them running through the house playing hide and go seek. Mary was courteous in providing a noise machine to help with sleeping but I kinda wish I knew what to expect ahead of time. Over all, it's a clean place to stay when visiting Portland and it's close to things to do so I can't complain too much.