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Kuza Cottage

Travelers looking for a place to call their own will enjoy several new lodging options on Portland’s east side, each with its own distinctive flair and bountiful neighborhood attractions. Each has a full kitchen, though with the succulent offerings within walking distance, visitors will be excused for not cooking at home.

Kuza Cottage, nestled in a garden behind the elegant Yakuza restaurant in Northeast Portland, is a stylish upgrade of a 1922 carriage house featuring Pendleton fabrics and reclaimed materials; guests enjoy private access to the outdoor hot tub and shower. Walk to Autentica, Cocotte and DOC.

The Pocket House, near the bustling North Williams and North Mississippi Avenue districts, offers light-filled eco-friendly accommodations with discounts for visitors who work in schools and nonprofits. Walk to Hopworks BikeBar, Lincoln and Tasty n Sons, in addition to local shops like Ink & Peat, Spielwerk Toys and Queen Bee Creations.

Inn Beervana, a cozy two-story guest house in the Hawthorne district designed with the beer lover in mind, comes with a six-pack of Oregon’s finest and access to the beer writer/owner’s plentiful resources on Portland’s craft brewing scene. Walk to BridgePort Ale House, Evoe and McMenamins Bagdad Theater & Pub.

Have you visited the official Portland fan page on Facebook? That’s where we share local tips and talk with 6,000 or so of our closest friends.

If you’re not yet among Portland’s fans, now is the perfect time to join the party. This month, we’re sharing more than great insider info about the city: We’re offering a $50 gift card for shopping — sans sales tax — at downtown Portland’s Pioneer Place. Just book your spring getaway (minimum two-night stay) by Feb. 21 for travel by April 30.

To get your gift card, plus complimentary overnight parking, continental breakfast for two and the discount-packed Portland Perks coupon book, visit the Portland fan page on Facebook.

Since I work for Travel Portland, many of my out-of-town friends and family ask me if I know of any secret deals on hotels, restaurants and activities in Portland (most of these people are beyond crashing on my couch, but still want to save a buck).

The answer? Of course I do. I always send them to Portland Perks, where they can get exclusive deals on more than 35 Portland hotels, free parking, free continental breakfast and the Portland Perks coupon book – more on that in a second.

But starting today, I can share an even sweeter deal. People who follow the Travel Portland Twitter feed can book a participating Portland Perks hotel with all the benefits and save an extra $50 off a two-night stay. (more…)