St. Johns Inn and Event Venue

“My mom and I were traveling around Portland for her birthday and needed a last minute accommodations for the evening. We were having a very difficult time finding a place on short notice but we’re fortunate enough to find St.Johns Inn and get put in touch with the owner, Tim. Tim was able to honor our VERY last minute accommodations and was so kind and welcoming when we arrived. We were able to check in immediately to the penthouse suite and get settled in after a long day of travel. The space itself exceeded our expectations - photos really can’t do justice! We spent a considerable amount of time taking in the views from the many windows, as well as admiring the many thoughtful decor details through the space. This space had all the modern conveniences one would hope for, while also still making you feel like you’d been transported to a different time. Our only “complaint” would be that we couldn’t reserve the room for additional nights as they were understandably booked up for the weekend - this was of course our own fault for not planning ahead! We would have been thrilled to spend the remainder of my moms birthday trip in Tim’s wonderful inn. As a Portland local, I will definitely be back with friends and loved ones and would give this review ten stars if I could. What a local gem this place is! Thank you again for a stay that my mom and I will remember for a lifetime :)”

“The St. Johns Inn is easily my favorite place to stay in all of Portland, and it will be yours too! A 10/10 experience in a classic, eclectic, beautiful home on the bank of the Willamette River with stunning views of downtown Portland, mount hood, and many of Portland's famous bridges. The BNB host, Tim is a delight! he is responsive and helpful and ensures a pleasant stay! The rooms and bathrooms were clean and comfortable, and the house is within walking distance to many lovely shops, cafes, and pubs in the adorable town of St Johns. I spent many mornings 10 minutes across the bridge running or hiking in a forest park and exploring downtown Portland (10-15 minutes away). But it was lovely to retreat to my warm, cozy quarters at St Johns Inn and enjoy the peace and serenity after a busy day of exploring. Thank you for the memorable stay and exceptional service!”

“Oh, my. This was a very special place to stay, and one we'll be talking about for years. One evening during our visit we made the pleasant walk through the pretty local streets to the St John's Pub & Theatre to watch a film in the historic Lewis & Clark Exposition hall. The next evening we ate a takeaway pizza and drank a glass of red wine in the spacious riverside garden available to guests at the St John's Inn, watching the sunset and then the lights of downtown Portland start sparkling into the darkness. Our room was huge with wonderful views, spotlessly clean, and beautifully furnished with attention to detail. Ornate door hooks, a pretty bathroom rug, a little basket of carefully chosen sweet treats, all small details which make a big impact. In the kitchen provided for guests was a range of coffees, including decaf, and organic milk in the fridge. Teas on offer included mint tea and English Breakfast, plus a kettle for the perfect cuppa! (We ate breakfast pastries which we'd bought from the nearby Safeway store in St John's). One day we went into Portland so we could visit the Historical Society's museum, and we parked at the nearest Smart car park to the museum. The charges were very reasonable, and there were plenty of parking spaces. Portland's traffic can get slow at big junctions, but it was surprisingly quick and easy to get between Downtown Portland and St John's Inn. The owner was very nice and welcoming, and has created a truly exceptional establishment that you cannot fail to love.”

“My new favorite place to stay! Beautiful historic property with wonderful hospitality and cleanliness. It was nice to be outside of downtown Portland in a quieter part of town, however you are close to services to get downtown if needed. Great view of the whole Willamette River and surrounding area. And, St. Johns has lots to offer for food and services. One of my favorite parts of the experience was spending time talking with the owner, Tim, about his story and the history of the place. Will be my go-to choice when returning to Portland.”

“One of a kind. If you like the photos online, you'll love the place in person. Quirky, comfortable, great location, and clean. The views of the river alone are worth the stay. Shopping and restaurants are nearby--as in minutes. Going Downtown (e.g., Powell's Books)? 15 minutes. Willamette Valley Wineries (Dundee)? 30 minutes. Columbia River Gorge (Hood River)? 45 minutes. A home away from home.”

“Absolutely lovely room and location. Felt really secluded and secure, yet we were close to our fishing spot & various breweries. We loved the little kitchen & outdoor table & chairs that overlooked the river. We will definitely stay here again next time we’re in Portland.”

“Great place to stay. The room was clean and tidy was in a beautiful historic home with incredible views over the Willamette. Quiet and peaceful grounds with a great spot to sit outside and enjoy the view. Easy walking distance to St John's and all of the restaurants and things to do there. If you went to school down the street, this is the best place around campus to stay and visit old spots. We will be back next time we are in town.”

“My partner and I stayed here for my birthday and our anniversary. It was the most romantic and sweet getaway we could have asked for. Our host was very responsive, helpful, and kind. We truly felt safe and happy our whole stay. The room we stayed in was clean, beautifully furnished, and spacious. Our host even left us a few snacks and water which was much appreciated. Overall loved our stay at the home and meeting the host. 10/10 would recommend and rebook.”