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McMenamins Old St. Francis School

700 N.W. Bond St.

Bend, Oregon 97701

541.382.5174

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating based on 471 reviews

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Spend the night in a former classroom or nuns’ cottage at this renovated 1936 elementary school, located in downtown Bend. No worries about disrupting class here! Have a scotch and some spirited conversation at O’Kanes Pub, settle in the outdoor courtyard to enjoy a pint in the central Oregon sunshine, take in a movie in the theater, rest your bones in our soaking pool after a day spent on the links or the slopes.

Amenities

Handicap Accessible
Pet Friendly
Spa / Hot Tub
Non-Smoking
Family Friendly
Restaurant / Lounge
Internet Access
Kitchen
Air Conditioning

Bike Friendly Business Amenities

Visitor Info
Wi-Fi
Dining
Public Restroom
Long-Term Vehicle Parking
Lodging

TripAdvisor

August 27, 2021

Kris_K_D

Dog-friendly stay on The Quest

Stayed one night in a ground floor “King Room with Patio” in the Art House, number 1106. The room is small with a cabin feel - pine-paneled walls and dim, yellow lighting - with a television, small table with chairs, and its own small bathroom with shower. It was mostly clean, though I found some clumps of hair atop the folded towels in the bathroom. The patio is enclosed by a metal fence, which provided better security without the convenience of lawn access for our pup. (Our 7-month-old dog got to stay with us for an extra $20.) Luckily, the room was next to an entrance which made potty breaks easy, and noise was minimal. A bonus or negative depending on preference, the faint scent of cigar smoke was detected from O’Kane’s, just around the corner. As we explored the property on our “quest,” we encountered many staff. Service was 75% positive, likely a result of the low staff-to-patron ratio; the property was busy on a Thursday evening and there was a private event. Overall value is marginal. McMenamin’s Old St. Francis School is one of the chain’s more expensive hotels. I wouldn’t recommend it for someone unfamiliar with the brand, but it checks all the boxes for those on The Quest.
August 12, 2021

lakegirl621

Truffle fries = heaven

Choice of comfortable indoor or outdoor seating, fast friendly service. The local brews and ciders were very good and fun to try, the food was unique and very good. The Truffle Shuffle pizza and elk burger were hits with our group and everyone loved the truffle fries.
June 28, 2021

sneeze516

Why should one NOT stay here

We chose this property bc it was “ funky”- that it is, but what bad service is provided. We booked two rooms assuming we would be in the same building as our friends . We were not. We are not young and we were placed in a building without an elevator. That in itself is not an issue but carrying our bags up flights of stairs is and no one offered to help us. We asked to have our room cleaned upon check in for the next day when it was offered. We were told it would be done after 11 am and when we returned at 5pm, No one had entered the room. When I called I was addressed with an attitude. I addressed this with the desk person and she apologized so I will not be naming her in this review. I think perhaps management needs to be stronger at this hotel.
May 31, 2021

DayTrip64001804295

Good...but.

This is a very interesting place to stay. Lots of nooks and crannies to explore. I stayed in room 9 as part of a group. I loved the furnishings in the room and the history. However, the room was so dark, between the paneling and large plants over the windows, it was depressing.
March 12, 2021

E4823BPbenv

Excellent beer and good food

Did a flight and particularly enjoyed the Purple Haze and Ruby Ale. Both have light fruit and were perfect after a 5-mile hike. Anytime at a McMenamins we get tots and they never disappoint. Rueben and gyro were both tasty. Will be back.

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Dog-friendly stay on The Quest

Truffle fries = heaven

Why should one NOT stay here

Good...but.

Excellent beer and good food