Southwest Portland Travel Guide
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Visit Southwest Portland
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: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Southwest Portland
The Paramount Hotel
"We have stayed here many times and still like it. Location is excellent, and staff is friendly, helpful, and professional. Rooms are comfortable with pleasant city views. Although we’re never happy when hotels charge for bottled water, we sure enjoyed the discount we received at the bar."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Moxy Portland Downtown
"Nice, urban hotel with a bar and lobby perfect to hang out in. Walkable to Powell's Books, Whole foods, fun bars, a movie theater and Portland Center Stage theater. Rooms are tiny but efficient, not much storage but they do have a fold-out desk & espresso maker, so that's a win. Helpful young staff ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
"Beautiful spot. Great central location. Wifi was a bit patchy."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Heathman Hotel
"Amazing!! Clean. Great views."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
"The property was pristine and the staff was very courteus."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
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.
