Fountains have been popular meeting places for communities for hundreds of years. While you're at Skidmore Fountain, why not stop and chat to a few of the locals and learn the story behind this fascinating historic structure?

When you've finished exploring this historic water feature in Downtown Portland, why not check out Oregon Zoo, Portland State University, and Portland Japanese Garden? They're not too far from Skidmore Fountain and also a favorite with many tourists.

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Mark Spencer Hotel

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OYO Waves Hotel Newport OR - NYE Beach

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The staff was friendly not just with myself, but the interactions with all the other guests I witnessed a was positive as well. Stayed 4 nights and the breakfast was good every morning. Pool and other amenities were open and available as expected. A few blocks from nye beach was convenient and within a mile of the hotel was walmart and Fredmeyers. The photos were from just outside of my room.

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Beautiful property. Never felt over crowded and the blackout curtains were the best.

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