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About No Vacancy Lounge

No Vacancy Lounge was a defining music venue in Portland's Old Town Chinatown, known for its intimate 350-person capacity and a lineup that drew world‑class DJs and electronic acts. Opened in 2017 and closed in February 2019, the venue earned Willamette Week’s Bar of the Year in 2018 for its high‑energy nights and carefully curated bookings. While the space is no longer operational under the No Vacancy name, its legacy continues to influence Portland’s intimate‑concert circuit.

Below you’ll find an overview of what the venue offered, along with practical information about seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options. This page is built to help you understand the experience and to guide you in planning future visits to similar venues in downtown Portland.

Practical notes: No Vacancy Lounge did not publish a public seating chart. The interior featured a mezzanine lounge known as the Plentitude Room, contributing to a multi‑level feel within a compact 350‑person space. For current events and comparable venues in the area, consider nearby downtown options and other intimate venues that host similar electronic and dance shows.

Nearby hotels (for a convenient stay after a show) include The Hoxton, Benson Hotel, and Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland. For dining before or after a show, downtown Portland offers a variety of options—great for a pre‑ or post‑event meal or drink. When planning visits, verify current venue status, as the No Vacancy name is no longer in operation, and explore current venues with similar vibes and programming.

Transit and parking guidance: Downtown Portland parking is typically available at meters and nearby garages. Old Town/Chinatown is well served by MAX light rail and bus routes, with the Old Town/Chinatown MAX station and several bus lines providing convenient access. Always check current parking and transit options before you go, as city guidance and station availability can change.

For ongoing updates on Portland’s live music scene, consider following official venue announcements and affiliate partners for lodging and dining recommendations to secure comfortable, convenient options for your night out.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland, OR 97204.
  • Venue type: Music venue / nightclub in Old Town Chinatown.
  • Capacity: 350 people.
  • Opened: 2017; Closed: February 19, 2019.
  • Notable events hosted: DJ Nu‑Mark, Donald Glaude, Dusky, Eli & Fur, Le Youth, BlackGummy, Zach Carothers (Portugal. The Man), Shaun Frank; A‑Trak and RJD2 performed for the first anniversary.
  • Award/recognition: Named Willamette Week’s 2018 Bar of the Year.
  • Seating/chart: No formal public seating chart; interior included a mezzanine lounge called the Plentitude Room.
  • Parking: No on‑site parking; downtown Portland parking is provided by meters and nearby garages (general city guidance).
  • Transit: Downtown Portland; near MAX/Bus access in Old Town; Old Town/Chinatown MAX station and multiple bus lines serve the area.
  • Nearby hotels: Several Downtown Portland hotels are nearby, including The Hoxton, Benson Hotel, and Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland.
  • Demolished/renamed: No Vacancy Lounge is defunct; the venue closed in 2019 and has not continued under the same name.