Oregon is full of beautiful forests, lakes, waterfalls, and beaches. It is an excellent state for an 18-year-old to visit.
Keep reading for everything you need to know about renting a hotel room in Oregon in preparation for your adventure!
Hotels in Oregon with 18+ Check-In
1. Portland
5 Star Hotels:
4 Star Hotels:
- Staypineapple, Hotel Rose, Downtown Portland
- Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
- Crowne Plaza Hotel Portland - Downtown Convention Center, an IHG Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Portland
- Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
- The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
- AC Hotel by Marriott Portland Downtown, OR
- Hilton Portland Downtown
- The Hoxton, Portland
- Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland, an IHG Hotel
- Kimpton Riverplace Hotel, an IHG Hotel
3 Star Hotels:
- The Mark Spencer Hotel
- The Paramount Hotel Portland
- The Society Hotel
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Delta Park North Portland
- Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport
- Hampton Inn Portland Airport
- Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
- Hyatt House Portland / Downtown
- Ramada by Wyndham Portland
- Moxy Portland Downtown
2 Star Hotels:
- University Place Hotel and Conference Center
- The Portlander Inn and Marketplace
- Econo Lodge Portland Airport
- Motel 6 - Portland, OR - North
- HI - Portland Northwest Hostel
Click here for Portland Hotels with 18+ Check-In guide
2. Salem
3 Star Hotels:
- Home2 Suites By Hilton Salem
- Best Western Plus Mill Creek Inn
- Shilo Inn Suites Salem
- La Quinta by Wyndham Salem OR
- Knights Inn Salem
4 Star Hotels:
2 Star Hotels:
1 Star Hotels:
Click here for Salem Hotels with 18+ Check-In guide
3. Eugene
2 Star Hotels:
- University Inn and Suites Eugene
- Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Eugene Downtown - University, an IHG Hotel
- Budget Lodge Eugene - Airport
- Motel 6 - Eugene, OR - South Springfield
- Eugene Lodge and International Hostel
- Candlewood Suites Eugene Springfield, an IHG Hotel
- Value Inn Motel
3 Star Hotels:
How old do you have to be to rent a hotel room in Oregon?
You have to be 18 years old to rent a hotel room in Oregon. The bad news is that many hotels set their minimum age requirement to 21, and they’re not legally required to allow those under 21 to rent a room.
So book from the above list of hotels that allow 18-year-olds to check-in.
FAQs
Do I need an I.D. to check in to a hotel as an 18-year-old?
To check in to a hotel, you will need a form of identification such as a driver’s license or state-issued ID. Passports and military IDs are also commonly accepted forms of identification.
Do I have to get a credit card to check in?
You will need to present a credit card upon check-in at a hotel. However, if you don’t have one, a debit card should work. Contact your hotel to see what you need before you get there.
Is renting a hotel room in Oregon legal for anyone under 21?
Yes. Although it is legal for 18-year-olds to rent hotel rooms in Oregon, many hotels have higher age requirements. So, I recommend choosing any of the 18+ hotels from this page.
Why do most hotels have an age requirement of 21?
It’s nothing personal. It’s just that statistically, more risks are involved with renting hotel rooms to people under 21. Hotels worry about the cost of damages, higher insurance premiums, and legal issues due to underage drinking.
Alternatives to Hotels for 18-Year-Olds
Here are some of the many other options for staying in Oregon as an 18-year-old.
Airbnb
Airbnb has an under-25 policy that is very friendly for 18-year-olds as long as you’re not staying anywhere locally.
While Airbnb probably isn’t going to save you money over a regular hotel stay, you will get to explore areas of Oregon and its cities where there aren’t hotels that would fit your needs and wants.
Youth Hostels
Youth hostels can be noisy and crowded, and you will have to share a room and bathroom with strangers, but for some people, that can be a draw!
Youth hostels are inexpensive and a great way to meet people. Some offer group meals and activities and are usually staffed by other young people who know their local scene.