Hostess House

Nothing fancy about Hostess House, which is a comtemporary home in a mellow neighborhood, yet has been open since 1988. This tells you that hostess, Mill Laughlin, is doing something right.

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"A place like home" 7/29/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

The experience we had staying at Hostess House was wonderful. The home is a private residence and was very comfortable. The yard was meticulously maintained with flowers everywhere. The breakfast was delicious and beautifully presented. What... read more
"Great Place!" 6/24/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

I look forward to returning to the Hostess House. It had wonderful food. read more
"3rd trip" 6/4/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Our third trip, always wonderful. Milli is the perfect hostess. read more
"Amazing Grace, How sweet the rest!" 4/14/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

Amazing is the down home simple grace, humility, and quiet, gentle strength that abides in this place! Truly, I have been places that have purported to have all the luxuries one could want, only to be disappointed! Milli provides all one could want... read more
"hostess with the mostess" 1/28/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

Milli, our hostess, was a charming, helpful, and gracious hostess. Great food, good company.

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"charming and resting" 11/10/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

Millie, the hostess of hostess House, offers a very delightful home for one's stay. Tasty food, quiet atmosphere, lovely grounds make one's stay delightful. read more
"homey, welcoming" 11/3/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

food was great, innkeeper is helpful and welcoming

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"Oustanding Breakfast" 10/13/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

Hostess House is in a modest Portland neighborhood, though house is clean as a whistle - room was small, though adequate. Location was convenient to city sights and wine country, also local restaurants. The highlight was the breakfasts - very... read more
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Thanks for taking time to submit a review and for your candid comments. We would like to know how to improve our room (we can't change the size) and any suggestions for improving our service. Thanks! Happy Thanksgiving, Milli
- Mili (innkeeper)
"Warm, Wonderful & Wise" 7/23/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We had a wonderful stay: A beautiful immaculate room, gourmet breakfasts and great conversations.

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Innkeeper Response
As always we have wonderful guests and you two are among the ones at the top of the list.
- Milli Laughlin (innkeeper)
"Just like home but better" 7/8/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Worth finding in the eastern end of portland in quiet Cully neighborhood. Friendly owner,Milly Laughlin does everything but sing you to sleep. Great food!

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"Very comfortable, warm hospitality." 7/2/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

This is a very comfortable B&B at which to stay. Milli, the host, is incredibly friendly and enjoys conversation with guests. I would recommend this B&B for anyone looking for a pleasant, safe, and enjoyable stay near a nice... read more
"Great Value" 12/12/2007
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Stayed On: 12/2007

The best possible value, delicious food and gracious, friendly service.

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"Magnificent Milli" 11/27/2007
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Stayed On: 11/2007

I had the pleasure of staying here for 3 nights while in Portland on business. Milli takes care of her guests, from delicious breakfasts to extra blankets if needed to terrycloth robes for guest usage. She is such a warm person who takes a... read more
"Everything you could ask for" 10/26/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

This B&B is near the airport, but a quick drive to downtown, and very quiet. We had our own key and heard nothing from the next room. Everything was provided, from baby cot to handrails on the tub, water pitcher to toothpaste. The breakfasts... read more
"Hostess House" 10/16/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

The is a first class B&B - One of the very best. - Personable + accommodating hostess - Very comfortable room and home - Very clean - Great location! read more
Innkeeper Response
When Hostess House was rated "5" in every area and all comments positive except one - VERY UNCOMFORTABLE ROOM AND HOME - doesn't make sense does it?
- Milli Laughlin (innkeeper)
"Just like home" 8/19/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

Staying at the Hostess House has all the comforts of home - beautiful view from the upstairs deck, delicious food prepared by the innkeeper, and gracious hospitality. Would definitely stay there again.

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"Highly recommended." 7/22/2007
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Stayed On: 6/2007

The hostess was very gracious. She took the extra trouble to serve me breakfast at the crack of dawn, so I could be on my way. Staying here made all the differance! It is very clean and quiet. I plan to spend another week there in the fall. read more
"Hostess House" 4/19/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

Very comfortable and private. Keep returning whenever I stay in Portland for Milli's company, an exceptional person, and her wonderful breakfasts. Also, a convenient location. read more

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Hostess House Bed and Breakfast
Hostess House, Portland, OR - Inn
Hostess House
5758 NE Emerson Street
Portland, OR 97218-2406
USA
Phone: +1-503-282-7892
Toll-free: +1-800-760-7799
Innkeeper(s)
Milli Laughlin
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$75 - $85
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* * * * * Guests are pampered, coddled, and well fed * * * * * Of course, there is a scent of freshly baked breakfast pastries. * * * * * * * * A bright casual ambience* * * * * * * * *Americana Room The Americana Room features a Queen Size bed with bedside reading lamps. Remote control basic cable TV/VCR/DVD and free wireless internet access. The private bath has a partially tiled corner shower. Comfy cotton knit robes available along with many other bathroom amenities.
The Around the World room features Heywood Wakefield furnishings including a Queen Size bed with bedside reading lamps. Remote control basic cable TV/DVD and free wireless internet access. The private bath has a full sized tub and shower. Comfy cotton knit bath robes are provided along with many other bathroom amenities.Guests enjoy the park-like atmosphere while reading, writing, sipping tea and/or sunbathing on the deck. Children enjoy the spacious one-third acre park in the heart of the City of Roses.
A classic experience. Guests enjoy an afternoon tea or a late evening snack under the clear, starry skyThe City of Roses is also known for beautiful blooming shrubs, trees, and innumerable fair weather plants. Fuchsias, too, love the mild climiate and produce a bevy of beautiful blossoms from late spring through early fall.
There is a touch of Asian ambience throughout the inn. This beautiful Japanese wedding kimono is a stunning art piece featured in the living roomView of the large deck from the dining area. Weather permitting, breakfast may be served "under the sky' on sunny spring, summer or early autumn days.
Always available, the innkeeper answers your questions about our beautiful city,surrounding attractions and enjoys serving you afternoon tea on the deck.