Southwest Portland Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Oregon Zoo
Awesome beasts native to America have a home alongside exotic and endangered species from around the world at this picturesque Portland attraction.
Oregon Health and Science University
Walk around the campus at Oregon Health and Science University during your stay in Portland. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.
Portland State University
Walk around the campus at Portland State University during your stay in Portland. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.
Providence Park
Catch an event at Providence Park and enjoy other activities in Portland such as cycling.Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Portland Japanese Garden
Tranquility abounds in these idyllic Japanese gardens, said by many to be the most authentic outside of Japan.
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
Learn about the local history of Portland when you take a trip to McMenamins Crystal Ballroom. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Top hotels in Southwest Portland
The Paramount Hotel
"Lovely hotel with friendly staff in a great location!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Moxy Portland Downtown
"Moxy Portland a nice quirky hotel. Great location walking distance from most things downtown. The availability of breakfast items and Thai food was a nice added touch even though the hotel does not have a restaurant."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
"Great stay, hotel has everything you need and everything is clean and up to date. Staff was wonderful, loved the heated pool and breakfas"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
"Really comfortable rooms; allowed our group to have adjoining rooms."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Heathman Hotel
"The front desk situation at this hotel is pretty bad. There isn’t one. Just a weird lobby , and the people working have their backs to you so they don’t notice if you need something. One person in particular, who kind of looked like an angry Dua Lipa was very dismissive when I simply asked “is this ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
"The property was pristine and the staff was very courteus."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Southwest Portland
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.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Vancouver Farmers Market and Columbia River while you're in town.
