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There's a familiar joke among Portlanders that their city only has two seasons: Rain and Summer--Rain lasting about ten months out of the year, and Summer, short and sweet, but absolutely gorgeous. It won't surprise you then, that the fleeting Summer season, spanning over July and August, is the most popular time to visit Portland, and therefore, the hardest time to score a good hotel deal.

With a recent motion from the Oregon Governor--a proposal to reduce budget spending by eliminating the State Tourism Office--hotel deals may be harder and harder to come by, unless you go directly through the hotel you plan to stay at. Online promotions for Portland hotel deals are your best bet for saving money. Sign up for newsletters and updates from trusted travel websites, and be one of the first to hear about any money-saving news on Portland.

More than likely, they'll update you about the savings you will receive by booking during Portland's low and shoulder seasons. Portland sees a decline in tourism from January-March, mostly due to the cold and rainy weather (rarely does the city see any snow). This is when hotel rates will reach their lowest pricing. Families and individuals planning a vacation to Portland in the spring or fall will enjoy smaller crowds, and cheaper prices for accommodations, transportation and tours. Remember, hotel vacancy often correlates with major events. The Portland Jazz Festival, the Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade and the Portland Marathon all draw large crowds of people who will fill up local hotels.

The closer you wish to stay to Downtown Portland, the more you will pay for accommodations. Portland has a variety of trusted brand name hotels located right in the heart of the city, including Embassy Suites, Hilton Portland and Executive Tower and Portland Marriott City Center. Check with individual chains for member rewards benefits and extended stay discounts. For cheaper accommodations, consider staying in one of the Northeast Portland hotels or any of the Portland airport hotels.

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