Set among the stately mansions of Kings Hill Historic District, the Park Lane Suites in Portland, Ore., exudes old world gentility. Splendid mimosa and grand chestnut trees shade the thoroughfares of this gracious residential community.

Classically designed, the Park Lane Suites is located two blocks from Washington Park, location of the world renowned International Rose Test Gardens. The park also features immaculately groomed Japanese gardens and provides a home for the regionally acclaimed Oregon Zoo. One block away, the historic district's urban diversions include trendy cafés, eclectic brew pubs, chic boutiques and distinctive home décor shops.

Warmly inviting, the apartment style Park Lane Suites offers property amenities including 24-hour front desk services, complimentary continental breakfasts and onsite laundry facilities.

Newcomers to Portland can enjoy the city's pristine waterways and lush greenery. Portland is the site of one the largest city parks in the United States, and also the smallest park, Mills End, which measures just 24 square inches.