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Corporate housing insights, guest guides, and curated Portland content — everything you need to make the most of your stay in Oregon.

What Makes Ibis Properties Different: Luxury Corporate Housing Built on Service
Company 4 min read

What Makes Ibis Properties Different: Luxury Corporate Housing Built on Service

Corporate housing doesn't have to feel like a hotel. At Ibis Properties, we furnish homes — not units — and we treat every guest like a long-term resident, not a booking number.

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Corporate Housing vs. Extended-Stay Hotels: What HR Managers Need to Know
Corporate
February 3, 2026· 5 min

Corporate Housing vs. Extended-Stay Hotels: What HR Managers Need to Know

When relocating an employee for 30 days or more, the choice between a hotel and furnished corporate housing has significant cost, productivity, and morale implications. Here's the honest comparison.

A Travel Nurse's Guide to Portland: What to Know Before Your Contract Starts
Guest Guide
February 20, 2026· 6 min

A Travel Nurse's Guide to Portland: What to Know Before Your Contract Starts

Starting a travel nursing contract in Portland? Here's what you need to know about neighborhoods, commute times, parking, and making the most of your time in one of the Pacific Northwest's most vibrant cities.

Why a 30-Day Minimum Stay Protects You as a Guest
Guest Guide
March 1, 2026· 4 min

Why a 30-Day Minimum Stay Protects You as a Guest

The 30-day minimum isn't just a policy — it's a legal protection that gives you tenant rights, price stability, and a genuine residential experience that short-term rentals simply can't offer.

Portland Oregon Dining Guide: The Best Restaurants Right Now
Insider Pick
American Weekender
March 5, 2026· 8 min

Portland Oregon Dining Guide: The Best Restaurants Right Now

Our guests ask us constantly: where should I eat in Portland? The American Weekender put together one of the most comprehensive dining guides we've seen. This is required reading before your first week in the city.

Portland Neighborhoods Explained: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore
Insider Pick
Travel Portland
February 10, 2026· 5 min

Portland Neighborhoods Explained: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore

From the Pearl District to Sellwood, Portland's neighborhoods each have a distinct personality. Here's a quick guide to help our guests understand the city before they arrive.

The Pacific Northwest Outdoors: Day Trips From Portland
Insider Pick
Travel Portland
January 28, 2026· 4 min

The Pacific Northwest Outdoors: Day Trips From Portland

One of the best perks of staying in Portland is the access to world-class outdoor adventures within 90 minutes. Mt. Hood, the Oregon Coast, Columbia River Gorge — it's all right here.

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Curated Local Picks

We handpick the best local content so our guests can explore Portland like a local from day one. These are articles we genuinely recommend.

Portland Oregon Dining Guide: The Best Restaurants Right Now
American Weekender

Portland Oregon Dining Guide: The Best Restaurants Right Now

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Portland Neighborhoods Explained: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore
Travel Portland

Portland Neighborhoods Explained: Where to Stay, Eat, and Explore

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The Pacific Northwest Outdoors: Day Trips From Portland
Travel Portland

The Pacific Northwest Outdoors: Day Trips From Portland

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