Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street

"This boutique hotel stocks its pantry with buffalo-ranch-flavored chips, Swedish almond cake, and fancy soda." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"The Blind Tiger Guest House, a Prohibition-era speakeasy once occupied the basement of this lovely 19th-century house." - Sophie Friedman

"Give us an overview.The Inn on Carleton is a beautifully restored 1869 townhome that has become one of the best-known B&Bs in a city full of them. Located in the West End, the hotel has six guest rooms, all accessed by a winding stairway. The English garden is a perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon. Tell us about your room. What made it exceptional?The Waterfront, a corner suite on the third floor, has soothing blue tones, a walk-in shower and clawfoot tub, and an attractive queen-sized bed that's just as comfortable as it looks. Is there a charge for Wi-Fi?There is not. Wi-Fi is free. Drinking and dining—what are we looking at?The inn is well-known for its two-course breakfast, which features a rotating, artfully plated array of dishes. Guests are encouraged to enjoy tea or coffee out in the garden, as well. And the service?The emphasis here is on hospitality—and meeting the individual needs of every guest—as if you were visiting someone’s home. What about the neighborhood? What's here?The West End is quieter and more residential that some other neighborhoods in Portland, but it's full of historic buildings and within reach of great restaurants. Bottom line: Why are we choosing the Inn on Carelton?Because you will feel like a guest in someone’s home." - Joe Ricchio