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Banfield Studios By OYO Portland OR

Stay at Banfield Studios By OYO, a 3.4-star motel in Portland near trendy Alberta Arts District. LGBTQ+ friendly, close to Portland Art Museum & Portland International Airport.

3800 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232, United States View on map
6.8/10
Average Based on 68 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Pet-friendly Golf course
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stays with friendly service in a convenient location

Recent guests highlight welcoming staff, clean and functional rooms, and great access to nearby dining and attractions. While the motel is modest and undergoing renovations, it offers good value for visitors looking to explore Portland’s trendy Alberta Arts District.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, accommodating, and helpful staff who enhance the guest experience
  • Clean, functional rooms with kitchenettes including a refrigerator and microwave
  • Quiet location with many restaurants, shops, and entertainment within walking distance
  • Good shower pressure, reliable hot water, and comfortable heating
  • Affordable pricing with excellent value for budget-minded travelers

Worth knowing

  • The motel is currently undergoing some exterior renovations, which do not generally disrupt guests
  • Rooms lack closets and sometimes have unusual layouts, such as spare bunk beds
  • Not comparable to upscale hotels or resorts; accommodation is basic but practical
  • Pet-friendly with a covered smoking area on site
  • LGBTQ+ friendly environment in a trendy neighborhood

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking comfortable, no-frills lodging
  • Visitors wanting to explore Portland’s Alberta Arts District and nearby attractions
  • Guests who appreciate friendly and personalized service from motel staff
  • Travelers looking for easy access to public transportation and local markets
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About this property

Welcome to Banfield Studios By OYO Portland OR

Banfield Studios By OYO Portland OR is a modest motel located in the vibrant Northeast Sandy Blvd area, close to Portland’s trendy Alberta Arts District. The setting offers easy access to a variety of local shops, eateries, and the Alberta Rose Theatre, making it convenient for visitors seeking an artsy and walkable neighborhood. Guests benefit from a location that also provides quick routes to cultural sites such as the Portland Art Museum, Portland Japanese Garden, and OMSI, all popular attractions within a short drive.

The property features simple, clean rooms that include practical amenities like a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and sink. While the accommodations do not have traditional hotel luxuries such as closets, they offer functional space suitable for budget-conscious travelers. Recent guest reviews highlight the friendly and attentive staff, the comfort of the rooms, and ongoing renovations that are intended to improve the facilities without causing significant disruption.

Banfield Studios welcomes a diverse crowd and is noted for being LGBTQ+ friendly. Check-in is from 3 PM, with check-out at 11 AM. The motel is particularly suited to visitors who prioritize location and affordability over upscale amenities. The quiet surroundings combined with nearby dining options provide a practical base for guests looking to explore Portland’s northeast neighborhoods.

Though rated moderately with a 3.4 out of 5 from 60 reviewers, many guests appreciate the motel’s value, cleanliness, and the helpfulness of the staff. It stands apart from larger hotel chains by offering a straightforward lodging experience with some home-like touches. Those traveling through Portland International Airport will find Banfield Studios approximately an 18-minute car ride away, adding further convenience for short stays or budget travel.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Golf course

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Accessible
Pool
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

RS
Ryelan Sjostrom Apr 16, 2026
10

Quiet part of the town, with plenty of places within walking distance to eat. Wonderful staff. Decent rooms. Amazing prices

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Kyle “Karl” C. Apr 06, 2026
10

Friendly staff, room was ok for the price, no complaints honestly. Would stay here again.

JL
Joseph Ligon Apr 06, 2026
10

My name is Joseph Ligon. I stayed here for 1 week and had a pleasant time. The people were nice and showed great hospitality.

HS
Harley Sinn Apr 01, 2026
10

Room was basically brand new, staff was super friendly and accommodating. Great location with lots of stuff walking distance. Not super fancy but has everything you need and is clean. You can't ask for more at this price. They are still remodeling so don't be put off by the exterior.

M
Mukazi Mar 30, 2026
10

I was very pleased with my stay at this particular hotel. The service was beyond excellent!!

BB
Bob Brinkman Mar 01, 2026
10

One must view and rate Banfield Studios for what it is. While I'm giving a 5 star rating, it shouldn't be compared to a Hyatt or Embassy Suites, this is a wholly different sort of lodgings. At the end of the day, this is a motel, not a resort. It is a place to lay your head, watch some TV, and unwind from the day's activities... and it is more than up to the task. With all of that said, Banfield Studios is a *fantastic* place for budget-minded travelers, or for anyone looking for accommodations in the immediate vicinity. The rooms do have a few idiosyncrasies, such as having a spare bunk bed in the room and there being no closet, but the rooms are clean and functional. However, having a refrigerator and a microwave in the room, along with a kitchen sink, was a nice surprise and is a real bonus that certainly balances things out. The staff are WONDERFUL, and I cannot overstate this. They were welcoming, helpful, and had some great recommendations for places to eat in the area. There is always someone at the office and they are more than happy to answer questions and make sure that your stay is as comfortable as possible. Frankly, a number of large hotel chains could learn quite a bit from the staff here. Just dealing with a motel clerk with a positive attitude was a refreshing change from the norm. I wasn't sure what to expect from the online photos but, once we checked in, I was glad for the booking. The neighborhood around the motel is quite nice. Plenty of restaurants and coffee shops in walking distance, as well as the historic Hollywood theater. The area has a lot to offer and the rest of Portland is just an Uber/Lyft away. For the price? One simply cannot do better than the Banfield Studios. I'm already looking ahead to my next visit to Portland, and will certainly be staying there again.

AO
Arthur Oliver Feb 20, 2026
10

Wonderful place! Do not be put off by the construction that can be seen from the street. They are undergoing some renovations, but do go above and beyond to make sure it doesn’t impact the guests in any real way. Rooms are clean, stylish and functional. The kitchenette met my needs satisfactorily. Hot water was always hot and shower pressure was above average. Heater blew hot and easily kept pace with some of the colder days we had in January. Management was always professional and effective. Banfield Studios exceeded my expectations and I would recommend it to anyone

KJ
Kris Johnson Feb 12, 2026
8.0

Management and house keeping is very kind and on site. This is within a very short walk from anything you need: the library, the Saturday Hollywood Farmers Market, TriMet busses and trains, bicycle pathways, Grocery Outlet and Trader Joes, and Sensible Cannabis. You can bring a small cooker, as there's a dorm fridge and microwave as well as a full bathtub. Pet friendly and with a covered smoking area, and very near a variety of inner city neighborhoods, consider this as a long term vacation rental. I'm getting my business done at the table, and the Frigidaire regulates temperature and blocks out street noise great.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Banfield Studios By OYO Portland OR

Portland, Oregon, USA

Trendy area with Alberta Arts District’s edgy shops & eateries, plus the Alberta Rose Theatre.

  • Portland Union Station 1 hr 7 Walk
  • NE Sandy & Cesar Chavez Blvd 2 min Walk
  • Hollywood/NE 42nd Ave 9 min Walk
  • Portland International Airport 18 min Car · 29 min Transit
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