Northwest Portland Travel Guide

Portland

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McMenamins Crystal Ballroom

8.4/10 (13 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Portland: 2-hour Lunch Cruise on the Willamette River

Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown

฿2,891
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Portland: 2-Hour Lunch Cruise Through Downtown
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings

Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings

฿1,577
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Brewery Tastings
Portland: Willamette River 2.5-hour Dinner Cruise

Portland: Dinner Cruise on the Willamette River

฿4,238
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

฿1,314
per adult
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Picture 11 for Activity Portland: Champagne Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River

฿3,449
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland City Tour

Portland City Tour

฿2,190
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Portland City Tour
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Top hotels in Northwest Portland

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

3 out of 5
165 NW Park Ave Portland OR
The price is ฿4,696 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿4,696
฿5,448 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Moda Center and Powell's ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (587 reviews)
"The front desk to the valet - very impressive staff"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District

Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District

3.5 out of 5
354 NW 9th Ave Portland OR
The price is ฿3,990 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,990
฿4,628 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,215 reviews)
"Good safe location, spacious clean room, decent breakfast with amenities."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Portland-Pearl District
The Hoxton, Portland

The Hoxton, Portland

4 out of 5
15 NW 4th Avenue Portland OR
The price is ฿3,062 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,062
฿4,707 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The Hoxton Portland was amazing! Yes, the neighborhood is a little sketchy, but the second you walk through those doors, you're transported into this incredible retro vibe. The refurbished furniture, the décor, the atmosphere—it's just cool. I was all about it. The staff was hands down one of the ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

The Hoxton, Portland
Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District

Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District

4 out of 5
425 NW 9th Avenue Portland OR
The price is ฿5,594 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿5,594
฿6,490 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 clean ...
Canopy by Hilton Portland Pearl District
Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District

3 out of 5
1150 NW 9th Avenue Portland OR
The price is ฿5,939 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,939
฿6,889 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Pretty decent free breakfast. Good location, nice rooms, courteous staff. No complaints at all."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Residence Inn Portland Downtown/Pearl District
Harlow Hotel

Harlow Hotel

2.5 out of 5
722 NW Glisan St Portland OR
The price is ฿3,463 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,463
฿4,040 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (870 reviews)
"Nice hotel with nice shower and comfortable bed. Area was a bit sketchy."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Harlow Hotel
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Where to stay in Northwest Portland

Find the best Northwest 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.

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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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Photo by Glenn Miller
Open Photo by Glenn Miller

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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Southwest Portland

Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Oregon Zoo and Sellwood Bridge. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.

Northwest Portland Travel Guide