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

฿2,886
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

฿4,231
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting

฿1,443
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Portland City Tour

Portland City Tour

฿2,187
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Portland City Tour
Discover Portland A Guided Tour

Discover Portland: A Self-Guided Tour

฿153
per adult
Discover Portland: A Self-Guided Tour
Picture 11 for Activity Portland: Champagne Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

฿3,444
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,905 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿3,905
฿4,551 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (3,727 reviews)
"Everything and every one was quiet and courteous. The quiet part that I appreciated was that they gave me a lovely nice room in the 11th floor which was extremely quiet"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Heathman Hotel

Heathman Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1001 SW Broadway Portland OR
The price is ฿3,326 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,326
฿5,015 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

3 out of 5
2080 SW River Drive Portland OR
The price is ฿3,922 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,922
฿4,550 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

3.5 out of 5
550 SW Oak Street Portland OR
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,683 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿3,683
฿4,273 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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 ...
Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
Mark Spencer Hotel

Mark Spencer Hotel

3 out of 5
409 Sw 11th Ave Portland OR
The price is ฿4,225 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,225
฿4,901 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,465 reviews)
"A very nice place to stay, clean and well kept. Very nice front desk people and a great location. Will definitely stay again. Thanks"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Mark Spencer Hotel
The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1355 SW 2nd Ave. Portland OR
The price is ฿4,318 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,318
฿5,009 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,684 reviews)
"Great stay with family"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

The Porter Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
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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 Powell's City of Books, 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