Southwest Portland Travel Guide

Portland

A cable car system, a cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.
A cable car system, a cityscape with buildings, a lake, and a mountain in the distance.
A serene pond with a small stone pagoda, lush greenery, and a waterfall in the background.
A cable car system with a cable car in motion, a bridge, and a mountainous backdrop.
A cable car system in a cityscape with tall buildings and a river.

Stay near popular Southwest Portland attractions

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Oregon Zoo

8.8/10 (2,016 reviews)
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
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Things to do

Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown

฿2,969
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River

฿4,352
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

฿911
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

฿1,485
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Discover Portland A Guided Tour

Discover Portland: A Self-Guided Tour

฿38
per adult
Discover Portland: A Self-Guided Tour
Portland City Tour

Portland City Tour

฿2,249
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Portland City Tour
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Top hotels in Southwest Portland

The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is ฿3,474 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿3,474
฿4,049 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,789 reviews)
"Only there for a night. Restaurant and hotel staff are always amazing"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Mark Spencer Hotel

Mark Spencer Hotel

3 out of 5
409 Sw 11th Ave Portland OR
The price is ฿3,443 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,443
฿3,994 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
Mark Spencer Hotel
Heathman Hotel

Heathman Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1001 SW Broadway Portland OR
The price is ฿2,876 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿2,876
฿4,504 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Heathman Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

3.5 out of 5
550 SW Oak Street Portland OR
The price is ฿3,330 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿3,330
฿3,863 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,661 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
The Clyde Hotel Portland by Kasa Living

The Clyde Hotel Portland by Kasa Living

3.5 out of 5
1022 SW Harvey Milk St Portland OR
The price is ฿1,980 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
฿1,980
฿2,801 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (811 reviews)
"The rooms may be on the smaller side, but they are so charming and clean that it is totally worth it. The location is great, and the staff were all super helpful!"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

The Clyde Hotel Portland by Kasa Living
Hotel Lucia

Hotel Lucia

4 out of 5
400 SW Broadway Portland OR
The price is ฿2,898 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿2,898
฿4,490 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,670 reviews)
"Great location, easy walking to great restaurants in the Pearl District. Great gym."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Hotel Lucia
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Where to stay in Southwest Portland

Find the best Southwest Portland areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Portland

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Portland. Check out top attractions like Portlandia and Portland City Hall, and jump on the metro at City Hall-SW 5th and Jefferson Street Station or SW 6th-Madison Street Station to see more of the city.

The Moda Center with a clear sky, trees, and a pedestrian area.

Northeast Portland

While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Moda Center or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.

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Pearl District

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Pearl District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Broadway Bridge, and catch the metro at NW 10th & Johnson Stop or NW 11th & Johnson Stop to see more of the area.

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Southeast Portland

Travellers choose Southeast Portland for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station and check out top sights like Mall 205.

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Buckman

If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Revolution Hall or Experiment PDX and hop on the metro to see more of the city at SE Grand & Belmont Stop or SE Grand & Stark Stop.

Southwest Portland Travel Guide