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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Photo by Charles Arcudi
Open Photo by Charles Arcudi

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

฿2,912
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

฿4,318
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

฿1,458
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Portland: Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

฿1,004
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

฿3,475
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Portland: Brunch Cruise on Willamette River
Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park

Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park

฿3,153
per adult
Portland Timbers Football Game at Providence Park
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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 ฿3,699 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,699
฿4,311 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (3,610 reviews)
"I was on the 12th floor and it gave me a beautiful view of the city. They had two great food options that were both tasty and it was in a great location to walk around and explore."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

The Paramount Hotel
The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
545 SW Taylor St Portland OR
The price is ฿4,988 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,988
฿5,786 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"the pool was so cold"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

The Duniway Portland A Hilton Hotel
Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown

3 out of 5
2080 SW River Drive Portland OR
The price is ฿3,901 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿3,901
฿4,525 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,705 reviews)
"We liked this hotel a lot! It’s very clean. The staff is friendly. The room was spacious and quiet. The breakfast is pretty good and there are enough choices. We were very happy… and I booked this hotel again for my next trip to Portland in few days."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hyatt House Portland/Downtown
Heathman Hotel

Heathman Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1001 SW Broadway Portland OR
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,214 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿3,214
฿4,878 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,045 reviews)
"Gorgeous building and rooms with friendly, accommodating staff. On site restaurant and lounge area are great. Great location in walkable area."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

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 ฿3,676 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿3,676
฿4,308 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (2,528 reviews)
"The room was clean, the staff was very helpful at check-in, and the hotel location is convenient to catching the MAX lines."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown

4.5 out of 5
506 SW Washington St Portland OR
The price is ฿3,207 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,207
฿4,871 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
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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.

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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.

A river with a bridge, a red building with 'OMSI' on it, and a modern glass building in the background.
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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Buckman

If you're spending time in Buckman, check out sights like Experiment PDX or Grand Central 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